Barber Connect

Take your barbering to the next level with the Wahl Artistic Team

The Wahl Artistic Team return for another year of barbering excellence, join them at the Wahl Stage as they show off their freshest techniques, take-home tips, and the latest trending styles your clients will love.

SUNDAY 18TH MAY

10:00 VAPOR BALD TO FADE Simon Shaw, Dean Gleeson, Michael Damiano, Cal Newsome, Alan Beak & Rhys Whitehouse

11:00 CLASSIC CLIPPER TEKKERS Simon Shaw, Dean Gleeson, Michael Damiano, Cal Newsome, Alan Beak & Charlie Baker

12:30 BARBER OF THE YEAR SHOWCASE Simon Shaw, Dean Gleeson, Michael Damiano, Alan Beak, Rhys Whitehouse & Luke Dolan (BBOY)

14:00 BARBER BOOTCAMP Simon Shaw, Dean Gleeson, Cal Newsome, Alan Beak, Rhys Whitehouse & Charlie Baker

15:00 WAHL AMBASSADOR SHOWCASE Simon Shaw, Mitch Dyer, Spuk, Luke Dolan, Michael Damiano & Cal Newsome

MONDAY 19TH MAY

10:00 ACADEMY MASTER CLASS Simon Shaw, Morgan Jones, Zanear Ali, Michael Damiano, Cal Newsome & Dean Gleeson

11:45 CLIPPER TEKKERS Simon Shaw, Morgan Jones, Zanear Ali, Michael Damiano, Cal Newsome & Dean Gleeson

14:00 FADE AWAY Simon Shaw, Morgan Jones, Zanear Ali, Michael Damiano, Cal Newsome & Dean Gleeson

Meet The WAHL UK Artistic Team

Simon Shaw, Director of Education EMEA

SIMON SHAW

With over 40 years industry experience, Simon Shaw is one of the most popular presenters in the UK and overseas. He has a wealth of experience and brings a fresh approach to every presentation. Simon has demonstrated incredible dedication to education over his four decades in the industry.

WAHL UK EDUCATION & ARTISTIC TEAM

Alan Beak

ALAN BEAK

Alan Beak, Creative Consultant Wahl UK, is one of the biggest names in barbering. He specialises in contemporary and traditional barbering techniques including fading, layering and extensive styling.

Michael Damiano

MICHAEL DAMIANO

Michael was managing a full column of clients by the age of 16, now the three times Barber of The Year winner continues his legacy at his shop Damiano Hair.

Rhys Whitehouse

RHYS WHITEHOUSE

Rhys Whitehouse has earned awards, including the Wahl UK British Barber of the Year 2021, and Wahl UK Future Maker 2025. Rhys has a passion for the mechanics and precision of barbering tools.

Jake Lansley

JAKE LANSLEY

Jake started as an apprentice in 2009. Skilled in classic barbering with a modern twist, he is one of the longest serving members of the Wahl UK Artistic Team.

Dean Gleeson

DEAN GLEESON

As Lead Educator for Wahl UK, Dean is shaping the next generation of barbers working to empower others to excel in their craft.

Zanear Ali

ZANEAR ALI

A Kurdish barber with eight years in the industry, Zanear is proud to be the first Kurdish barber to work with Wahl. He is the co-founder of Movemen Salons and his love for fashion and hair reflects in his work.

Cal Newsome

CAL NEWSOME

Cal Newsome started his career in barbering at the age of 24, specialising in modern and classic street styles alongside fashion and male image editorial work.

Morgan Jones

MORGAN JONES

Morgan is the newest addition to the Wahl UK Artistic Team. In 2020 she opened her own shop in Liverpool city centre. Morgan combines hairdressing and barbering and will be making her debut on stage this year.

EXCLUSIVE BARBER CONNECT LAUNCHES

Wahl will be bringing an exclusive pre-launch to Barber Connect, the Next Generation Super Taper XTM .

The Super Taper XTM is a direct upgrade from the industry favourite Super Taper with the magic being in the new tapering T-blade. Plus, get your hands on the latest Vanquish™ colour in a cool blue to match. Don’t miss your chance to be one of the first to try the NEW Super Taper XTM , available from the Barber Blades stand.