Wendy Gunn Appointed QLD State Manager for Smiths Collective Brands.
Continuing to grow & expand their Australian customer-base and reach, prolific hair care distribution company and purveyor of boutique, high-performance products & brands, Smiths Collective Brands, is thrilled to announce the appointment of industry icon, Wendy Gunn, QLD State Manager.
One of Australia’s leading colour specialists, renowned for her precision blonding, transformative colour and cutting work and her ability to elevate both clients and teams through education, Wendy’s work has been recognised both nationally and on the global stage winning multiple awards – including L’Oréal Professionnel Colour Trophy Global Winner – along with her past contribution to the prestigious Intercoiffure Artistic Team.
The owner of QLD salon, Ink For Hair, Wendy’s commitment to craftsmanship, innovation and elevated client experience continues to shape her reputation. With decades of hands-on industry expertise, she remains a driving force in modern style and colour education and salon growth.
Having worked previously with Brian & Jane when they helmed ARTec Australia, Wendy’s appointment to this representative role is a synergistic alignment with Smiths Collective Brands.
Says Wendy, “To be back working with Brian & Jane as Smiths Collective Brands felt like a natural alignment for me.
I’ve spent my career championing brands that genuinely support the craft of hairdressing, and Smiths Collective Brands has stood out for its integrity, its people and its commitment to salon success, not trends, but results.”
“Stepping into the role of QLD State Manager allows me to combine my passion for education with brands that shares the same values around authenticity, performance and long-term industry support.
It’s an opportunity to contribute to something meaningful while elevating how salons work, grow and create.”
As Smiths Collective Brands continues to inspire creativity and push boundaries with their portfolio of high-performance, boutique brands, they have sought out like-minded individuals who understand the industry and the brands they represent to fulfil team roles with enthusiasm, skill, and professionalism.
“We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Wendy ‘back’ to the team in the role of QLD State Manager; she brings an extensive wealth of experience and knowledge, and her lifelong passion for the hair industry into the roles,” said Brian & Jane
“Wendy combines exceptional technical skills with a deep understanding of what drives salon success, and her genuine love for the craft and sharp industry insights make her a powerful asset to our clients and partners across Queensland, and our team.”
A hallmark of Brian & Jane’s industry longevity has been an unwavering focus on delivering high-end, high-performance products to the Australian/New Zealand hairdressing industries from brands like REF Stockholm, Pure Elements/Pure Pact, Color Defence, INNOluxe, and FABRIQ. This has been underpinned by the belief that to be successful a point of difference is required, coupled with listening to clients’ needs, the ability to change and adapt, and not only giving advice but also receiving it.
Wendy reflects on this when thinking about Smiths Collective Brands, “Brian & Jane have sourced brands that offer the rare balance of luxury, performance, and simplicity. For salons, it means access to brands that are intuitive, reliable, and commercially smart. For stylists, the brands deliver beautiful results without unnecessary complexity.”
“Smiths Collective Brands empowers hairdressers to work better, create better and grow with confidence. Salons can tailor orders to align with their business needs, and we are able to personalise products/ranges to suit both the team and the business. We work to make salon life easier, not harder and that’s why their brands resonate so strongly across the industry.”
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