The Fellowship for British Hairdressing has named its four 2026 F.A.M.E. Team members: Troy Boyd, Olivia-Rose Brady, Samantha Bryne, and Chesley Stone. This annual initiative offers emerging hairdressers industry exposure and a platform for development.
Troy Boyd, Creative Director at Anthony John Salons, brings expertise in cutting, colouring, and styling. He previously participated in Project Colour and was a finalist for ‘Salon Stylist of the Year’ at the British Hairdressing Business Awards 2024.
Olivia-Rose Brady, Creative Director and Salon Manager at The Honey Comb Hair, specialises in colour. She has a history with the Fellowship, having been on the ClubStar Art Team and supported Project X in 2025.
Samantha Bryne, owner of Vanilla Hair Design in Ireland, holds the ‘Irish Hairdresser of the Year’ title from 2019. She is also a L’Oréal Colour Trophy Finalist and works with the Irish Hairdressing Federation.
Chelsey Stone, with over 16 years in the industry, has completed Project Colour and Project X. She received the Calligraphy Cut Scholarship in 2025 and is a L’Oréal and Wella Colour Specialist.
Mentor Christel-Barron Hough will guide the chosen stylists throughout 2026. While the F.A.M.E. Team aims to nurture elite talent, the specific criteria for selection and the measurable impact on career progression remain internal to the Fellowship. The program's success ultimately rests on how well these stylists translate their new experiences into tangible business growth and creative leadership within their salons.
