

Step-by-step hiring system tailored for salons
Proven structure for attracting the right candidates
Interview and trial process that reveals true fit
Tips to avoid the costly mistakes of hiring the wrong person

Bülent (also known as Billy) is a Grand Master Barber, salon owner, and licensed business coach with over 30 years in the hair industry. Having worked across 30 countries as a Framesi International Master Technician, he’s trained and inspired thousands of salon professionals.
Through HairX Academy and SalontologyX™, Bülent helps salon owners build profitable, scalable, and sellable businesses using his proven V.I.S.T.A.™ Framework.
His approach combines global experience with practical systems that give owners more time, more income, and teams that thrive, with or without them.
Based in London, Bülent continues to run his own successful salon while mentoring owners ready to grow, lead, and future-proof their business.


Marianne is an award-winning leader described as a top expert in implementing systems and building high-performing teams. Her expertise stems from a 27-year career as a senior manager with McDonald's, during which she also trained over 14,000 managers and franchisees as the company's Training Manager.
For over a decade, Marianne has coached successful small business owners to develop simple, logical systems and structures, including the Complete Right First Time Hiring System. Her goal is to free owners from the day-to-day operations, giving them time for a fulfilling life, confident their business can run without them. She is the author of four books, including the best-sellers 'Mission: To Manage' and 'Simple Logical Repeatable'. Known for being inspiring and fun-loving, she transforms daunting business processes into simple, effective solutions, helping teams take ownership.
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