60-seconds with…Franco Vallelonga

Franco Vallelonga, Freelance Hair Stylist, Colourist, Men's Groomer and Educator.

Education
Certificate of Combined Hairdressing (1993); Certificate of Business Management/Hairdressing (1994); Basic Men's Grooming for Film and Photography (June 2005); American Dream Hair Extensions (August 2005); Racoon Hair Extensions (June 2006) and City & Guilds PTLLS - Teacher Training (2009).
 
Achievements
Member of Fellowship for British Hairdressing’s F.A.M.E. Team (2004).
 
Runner-up in L'Oreal Professional Spring/Summer Mirage Collection competition (2003).
 
State Winner of Australian L'Oreal Colour Trophy (1997).
 
Midland College of TAFE Apprentice of the Year (1994).
 
Midland College of TAFE Student of the Year (1994).
 
I.H.S. W.A State Hairdressing Competitions Winner - Junior Men's Cutting (1993).
 
M.C of TAFE Combined Hairdressing Top Stage 3 Student (1993).
 
M.C of TAFE Combined Hairdressing Top Stage 2 Student (1992).
 
Currently working on
Partnership with GCAgency to expand fashion client base.
 
Various advertorials and editorials for magazines such as 7th Man, Marie Claire, InStyle and Schön!
 
Designing college teaching materials for men’s grooming and hair colouring technique courses.
 
Objectives
Plan to build fashion clientele in London as well as explore international markets. Watch this space for unveiling of new project.