DEBUT - Key Persons


Alex Duke

Job Titles:
  • Hair Faculty Lead

Bobbie Hales

Job Titles:
  • Director of Finance and Funding
Oversees strategy, finance, and data at Debut. Combines sharp analysis with a deep passion for learner success, while managing our Stanford-le-Hope site and functional skills programme.

Carla Hales - CEO

Job Titles:
  • CEO
Leads Debut with a dedication to excellence in beauty education and training. With years of industry expertise, she drives Debut's mission to empower future professionals.

Charlotte Hughes

Job Titles:
  • Director of Teaching and Learning
Designs and leads Debut's curriculum. A passionate educator who brings energy, insight, and innovation to every classroom, helping learners unlock their full potential.

Charlotte Locke

Job Titles:
  • Director of Hertford
Co-owner of Debut Hertford. A dedicated tutor and mentor, she delivers Level 2-4 courses and helps learners grow into confident, skilled professionals in hair and beauty.

Clara Barlow

Job Titles:
  • Hair Tutor
Hair tutor with a lifelong passion for styling. Balances teaching with family life and brings warmth, experience, and joy to every lesson she delivers at Debut.

Clara Isac

Job Titles:
  • VTCT Skills Level 4 Diploma in Advanced Beauty Therapy

Danni Gore

Job Titles:
  • Head of Aesthetics
A skin specialist with 14+ years of expertise, she teaches advanced aesthetics at Debut, sharing deep knowledge in skin health, rejuvenation, and anti-ageing treatments.

Ella Crowhurst

Job Titles:
  • Customer Service Apprentice / Customer Service Apprentice Supporting Enquiries, Operations, Marketing, and Exams. Brings Energy and Growth Mindset to Both Stanford - Le - Hope and Brentwood Academies

Ellie Jones

Job Titles:
  • Apprenticeship & Sales Co - Ordinator
Coordinates apprenticeships and employer partnerships. A former apprentice herself, she now helps others begin successful careers in the salon industry.

Emma Sinkins

Job Titles:
  • Beauty Tutor Passionate about Semi - Permanent Makeup and Supporting 16 - 19 Learners. Loves Helping Students Grow in Skill and Confidence through Current, Real - World Training
Beauty tutor passionate about semi-permanent makeup and supporting 16-19 learners. Loves helping students grow in skill and confidence through current, real-world training.

Frankie Hales

Job Titles:
  • Content Creator
A qualified content creator and beauty professional, she blends creativity with technical knowledge to craft standout visuals that support learner engagement and marketing.

Janine Gildersleve

Job Titles:
  • Director of Hertford
Franchise owner of Debut Hertford and senior tutor. Delivers a wide range of beauty and aesthetics courses, combining real-world salon experience with a love for teaching.

Jenny Dobson

Job Titles:
  • Finance Manager
Keeps Debut's finances running smoothly across academies and salons. A long-time team member who brings dedication, accuracy, and heart to everything she does.

Kate Smith

Job Titles:
  • VTCT Key Account Manager

Kerry Bailey

Job Titles:
  • VTCT Skills Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training

Kersti Harding

Job Titles:
  • Director of Business Development
  • Director of Finance and Funding
Leads business development, community outreach, and funding partnerships. A former learner turned director, she's committed to building opportunity through meaningful education.

Linda Edwards

Job Titles:
  • General Manager & Safeguarding Lead
Manages safeguarding, learner welfare, and quality compliance. A dedicated support lead who ensures every learner feels safe, supported, and set up for success.

Lisa McCormac

Job Titles:
  • Director of Quality & Performance

Michaela Davis

Job Titles:
  • Beauty Tutor

Nail Tutor

Award-winning nail technician and tutor. Teaches NVQ Level 3 and bespoke masterclasses, sharing industry expertise with flair and precision across Debut's academies.

Nikki Henry

Job Titles:
  • Sales and Recruitment Manager
Former learner turned tutor, she now guides new learners through recruitment and training. Passionate about helping others grow in confidence and build their careers.

Patrick Cole

Job Titles:
  • Senior Economic Development Officer

Poppy-Ann Lowe

Job Titles:
  • Marketing Manager
Heads up marketing, events, and digital content. Blends creativity and strategy while teaching marketing courses and supporting aesthetics and private diploma learners.

Samantha Decatris

Job Titles:
  • Beauty Tutor

Sarah Chidley

Job Titles:
  • Director of HB Academy
With 20+ years in beauty, she runs her own training academy under the Debut brand. Passionate about helping students grow skills, confidence, and careers in the industry.

Sarah Doe

Job Titles:
  • VTCT Skills Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training