TRACIE AND JEMMA GUNNINGHAM ATTEND VENUS AWARDS LAUNCH

Tuesday 17th May, Location; Tamar Science Park. It was the Venus Awards 2016 launch party. In attendance were some of the most talented business woman in the South-West including our very own Tracie & Jemma Gunningham. 

With many awards up for grabs, there is one in particular that grabs the attention of the crowd more than others: Business Mother of the Year. The foremost popular award has gained itself sponsorship from Heart FM this year.

All other awards are stated below. Know a talented Woman in business? Go to: www.venusawards.co.uk/devon to nominate her now. Award ceremony will be held at the Great Hall, Exeter University on Friday 18th November 2016.

Categories in the Devon Venus Awards 2016 are:

Sampson Hall Company of the Year

Atkins Ferrie Services Ltd Lifetime Achievement Award

Brend Hotels Customer Service Award

Bishop Fleming Director of the Year

Plymouth City Bus Ltd Networker of the Year

University of Exeter Inspirational Woman of the Year

Plymouth Science Park Digital Media and Online Business of the Year

Heart FM Business Mother of the Year

PR Works Inspirational Woman in Technology (STEM disciplines)

Employee of the Year

Green Business of the Year

Marketing Award

Entrepreneur of the Year

Employer of the Year

ENVY TEAM MEMBERS PREPARE TO GET MUDDY FOR CHARITY.

A select few of our team members need your support as they prepare to dress in their scruffs, and run 10KM in the multi-terrain “Muddy Duck” fun run! Following our recent fund raiser’s, the Envy team will be running in aid of the Hugs from Henry charity. The fun run takes place on Saturday 9th July at 6pm, Location: Oreston Academy School Plymstock. 

To donate please visit our donation page:

https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/envymuddyduckfunrun

Thanks for your support! 

TRACIE & IAN GUNNINGHAM ATTEND PRESTIGIOUS BLACK TIE DINNER EVENT AT SANDY PARK.

The annual Devon Chamber of Commerce event took place on Thursday at Sandy Park: the home of the Exeter Chiefs. In attendance were both Tracie & Ian Gunningham; Networking and socialising away into the night. Also in attendance was key speaker Deborah Meaden. The Taunton born business “dragon” passed on some of her experienced knowledge to the event’s attendee’s. With a net-worth of £40 Million, Meaden made her fortune in textiles, amusement arcades and holiday parks. Starting from the bottom the Dragon’s Den star used her brilliant business mind to drive her dreams forward, a story that has captured the attention of many business owners and entrepreneurs in attendance.

Tracie Gunningham - "It was a fabulous event great food, wine and company Deborah was really inspiring. "

2 ENVY TEAM MEMBERS FIGHT IT OUT TO GAIN A PLACE AT GOLDWELL COLOUR ZOOM

Josh & Tom are preparing models to show their unique creativity, inspiration and passion in an amazing fashion meets stunning hair competition: Goldwell Colour Zoom.

At its heart there’s the Colour Zoom Collection. Designed by international Goldwell Global Masters and former winners of the Colour Zoom Challenge it inspires stylists to push the limits of their creativity. It’s the ultimate chance to put your name on the map.

The two stylists are ready to show the world their interpretation of the D!SRUPT Collection. We think that they have what it takes. Create your masterpiece and go for the gold guys!

ENVY HOST 'CREAM TEA EVENT' FOR SIMPLY COUNSELLING AND HELP THE LOCAL COMMUNITY

ENVY recently hosted an afternoon pamper session in association with Simply Counselling. Indulging their clients, carers and family members, with a mixture of treatments accompanied by cream teas the event was a success.

The event was held across all three ENVY salons, where staff offered complimentary conditioning treatments, head massages, blow-dries and mini manicures, whilst offering discount to all Simply guests.Tracie Gunningham, an experienced individual when it comes to VIP treatment and giving back to the community shared, “I know only too well, the health benefits of taking time out and finding some pamper time, it can reduce stress, lift your spirits and give you a sense of wellbeing, I recommend people do it more often”. The Envy team were delighted to be involved in a scheme to help those in need.  Local support was also involved as Tom Pennington of Cornish Tea, kindly supplied the tea for the afternoon. 

Tracie and her team, hope everyone who attended managed to escape their stresses and thoroughly enjoyed their ENVY experience.

If you want to find out more about simply, visit their website: http://www.simplycounselling.org/

ENVY RAISE £255 FOR HUGS FROM HENRY!

The Envy staff members braved the weather for a 3 legged walk around Burrator resevoir. However, it wasn’t just for the giggles, the team raised £255 for Hugs from Henry!

Already looking ahead to the next fund raiser, the team will be wearing purple on the 29th April for Hugs From Henry’s “wear it purple” day. Sponsorship forms can be found in all salons.

5 ENVY TEAM MEMBERS SET TO VISIT KMS UK HEADQUARTERS IN LONDON THIS WEDNESDAY

Sarah Chapman will attend a visual merchandising seminar, which will provide the relevant skills to transform the salons retail and window displays into a Visual “WOW”. The other four: Tracie Gunningham, Lynda Penny, Lauren Crossly and Ellie Temple will be having a one to one session with Simon a Harris a mentor for salons in the hair industry.

 Harris explained: “While I continue to offer in-salon coaching as I have always done, I recently embraced new technology and can offer an on-line learning facility which allows salons anywhere in the world to access my webinars and videos. The response has been terrific, and I now have members signed up from across the globe who all want to benefit from learning how to tackle the most common issues faced by those in our industry.”

The team are eager to get to the Capital, and then to get back and implement their new skills & knowledge onto the salon floor. 

ENVY TEAM NEED YOUR HELP AHEAD OF 3 LEGGED WALK

Allison Samuels; supervisor at Envy Broadway Salon has organised a charity event in aid of supporting Hugs from Henry.

More on the charity: https://www.facebook.com/HugsfromHenry1/videos/536455699838847/

The Envy team are going to take part in a sponsored 3 legged 'walk' around Burrator Reservoir on Sunday 10th April 2016 (That’s THIS Sunday!!!)

Each stylist has a target to raise more than £50 each.

We are hoping that each client will support them in their quest, with a 50p or a £1 donation. All money raised will go to the charity.

There are two ways you can donate. Either pop into any of our salons and fill out a sponsorship form or online at: https://crowdfunding.justgiving.com/envy-hugs-from-henry

MAKING THE SWITCH

MAKING THE SWITCH

Envy stylist Tom Pearce is set to make the switch from the Royal William Yard to our Plympton, St Maurice salon on Saturday 2nd April. 

The client centric hairdresser has completed 5 hairdressing courses including Level 3 Hairdressing, Goldwell colour expert, L’oreal colour keys & Intensive cutting with Saks London - all which have had a big impact on Tom’s success in the salon environment. 

Thomas has a passion for cutting hair and enjoys colour correction and colour changes. 

To book an appointment with Tom call: 01752 251351

SUNNY TUESDSAY AT BOVEY CASTLE

Tuesday provided Devon with arguably the best weather 2016 has offered, the perfect day for a wedding photoshoot. Shot by Emma Barrow at the stunning location Bovey Castle, Tracie Gunningham was behind the scenes making sure that the model bride and groom’s hair looked fabulous. Tracie showed true talent to help capture the mood of the shoot We’re excited to see the photo’s published!

The Wright Media Company were also on set to film a behind the scenes feature - coming soon!
 

All credits for the photo-shoot are listed below:

Hair: Tracie Gunningham

Location - Bovey Castle - http://www.boveycastle.com

Photographer: Emma Barrow - www.emma-barrow.com

Models: Adam Phillips & Amy Coles

Personal Stylist : Natalie Watts - http://www.nataliewatts.co.uk

Cake Supplier: Cut Me Off A Slice. (Cupcakes and Cakes) - http://www.cutmeoffaslice.com

Floral designer: Flourish - http://www.withaflourish.co.uk

Dress Provider: The Wedding Company, Plympton - http://the-wedding-company.co.uk/

Social Media Specialist - The Wright Media Company - www.thewrightmediacompany.co.uk

GUESS WHO'S BACK?!

HE'S COMING BACK!!

Envy are pleased to inform you that former RWY salon manager, Steve Dyer will be returning to ENVY from Tuesday 15th March 2016.

Steve swapped his Plymouth lifestyle for the endless sunshine and golden beaches of Sydney, in January. However the heat, spiders and drop bears have all got a little too much for Steve, and the ‘Down Under’ lifestyle doesn’t quite compare to good old Janner-ville.

Envy RWY, currently are taking bookings for Steve, to make his return a busy one. He will be working Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Book now to secure your appointment 01752 251351.

Team Envy look forward to welcoming him back, and seeing all his friendly clients again soon.
 

INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY

International Women’s Day. 

A celebration of women who continue to contribute towards social, economic, cultural and political achievement. 

The Duke of Cornwall hotel in partnership with Shekinah Mission, The Eddystone Trust and Trevi House, held an afternoon of cream tea and invited female business leaders to chat  informally to women who are supported by the charities. In the hope to gain an understanding to the challenges faced by vulnerable women in the city but also to inspire the women and help sow seeds around them gaining confidence to move forward in their lives. Tracie Gunningham attended - “I think talking informally over a cup of tea and a scone helps find mutual ground in regards to children, family life, and some difficult things that they may have encountered. It was definitely an eye opener for all parties involved”. 

“The support from the charities involved is fantastic to see. I was glad I could be of assistance, I wish everyone good luck for the future”

Envy supplied goodie bags containing KMS hair products and other treats for each attendee. 

http://www.plymouthherald.co.uk/women-s-group-pampered-Duke-Cornwall-Hotel/story-28891907-detail/story.html

ENVY HOST VIP PAMPER EVENING

Friday evening saw Envy RWY host another of its popular VIP Pamper Evenings. In collaboration with Jo Butler, manager of Eden collection, and in association with Bovey Castle – the evening brought together a variety of high profile companies from around Devon.

The VIP styled events started when the Royal William Yard salon opened, in 2012.  The ‘VIP pamper experience’ evenings were invented in aid of creating awareness of the yard- based salon, which now continues as a marketing based event.

The February edition was attended by a mixture of companies including, Ocean BMW, Grosvenor Casino, Kawasaki, Plymouth Chamber of commerce and St Peters Primary School.

The evening consisted of champagne, with a variety of hair and nail services on offer, such as manicures, blow-dries and massages.

It was a very successful night and Envy hope all that attended had an enjoyable and memorable experience.

MANAGEMENT TRAINING BEGINS FOR ENVY EMPLOYEES

It certainly has been a busy week for Envy, with management training kicking it  off first thing on Monday morning.

Held at St. Elizabeth’s house just around the corner from Envy PSM, a selection of employee’s started their journey into a six month management training programme in hope of it securing themselves a management role within the Envy brand.

The programme was written and delivered by director Tracie Gunningham, who hopes all her staff enrolled on the programme will find it challenging but rewarding, leaving them with the skills and knowledge to manager her salons.

The next training session will commence on the 29th Feb.

ENVY COMPLETE LONDON SHOOT

Tracie Gunningham and her assistant Ellie Kittle travelled to London this week to creatively style the hair for a product shoot.

The photo-shoot for ‘Bee’s’ – a London based jewellery company consisted of a team of 12 to create their spring campaign.

Shot at the luxurious Alexander House Hotel and Spa, Tracie and Ellie created four different hairstyles throughout the 13-hour day that started at 5am.

Working closely with a very talent team, the shoot was very successful. Envy can’t wait to see the finished photographs, and share them with you all.

All credits for the photo-shoot are listed below:

Photographers:

Emma Barrow www.emma-barrow.com

Paskali Photography www.paskaliphotography.com

Bree Ferris www.bryanaferris.com

Model: Risha Phukan

Designers:

Art OfLiza www.artofhenna.co.uk

Marina Aria www.marinaria.com

Hair: Tracie Gunningham & Ellie Kittle – www.envymyhair.co.uk

Make-up: Lipa Makeup www.lipamakeup.com

Bee’s – shopbees.com/jewellery

Location: Alexander House www.alexanderhotels.co.uk

ENVY TAKES PART IN WORLD CANCER DAY

Envy BWY & Envy RWY took part in their first fundraiser of the year this week… and what a success!

Each employee was challenged to bake something to help create a variety of delicious goodies for a cake sale in aid of world cancer day.

The event that was held across 2 days, raised £140 in its first day alone, the total amount is still yet to be confirmed.

Hugs from Henry being Envy’s chosen charity of 2016, means that all proceeds of the charity cake sale will go towards helping Team Hugs support children and their families who are diagnosed with childhood cancer.

Envy would like to thank all clients and local business for making their first event so successful, and for the kind donations. 

LATEST PHOTOSHOOTS

Take a look at our favourite images from our latest photo-shoots, recently published in various magazines. Working closely with photographer Emma Barrow to create new stylish and creative publications. 

Title: The Blackest Day

Team Credits:

Photographer – Emma Barrow – www.emma-barrow.com

Hairstylist – Tracie Gunningham @ Envy Hair – www.envymyhair.co.uk

Hairstylist Assistant – Abbie Webb @ Envy Hair  - www.envymyhair.co.uk

Make up artist – Amber Gunningham

Model – Lili Webster

Stylist – Denista Avramova-Bastable – ID Fashion – www.traditsia.co.uk

Designers

ID Fashion – www.traditsia.co.uk

Accept from images (emmabarrow_theblackestday006/007/008/009)

Designer  - Anna Avramova

Title: Crystaline

Team Credits:

Hair Stylist/Make Up Artist: Tracie Gunningham @ Envy - Hair Salon,

Hair Stylist Assistant – Ellie Kittle @ Envy - Hair Salon,

Model - Alina @ Grace Model Management,

Photographer - Emma Barrow Photographer www.emma-barrow.com

Photographer's Assistant: Abbie Evans,

Stylist - Jo Chatterley - Jo Chatterley - Lady C stylist and MUA

Team Credits

Photographer - Emma Barrow www.emma-barrow.com

Model: Grace Elizabeth

 Hairstylist/Make up artist: Kerra Day Envy - Hair Salon,

Hairstylist Assistant: Abbie Webb - Envy - Hair Salon,

Wardrobe:

Plenilune Magazine

ENVY MANAGER EMIGRATES TO AUSTRALIA

Royal William Yard salon manager, Steve Dyer has emigrated for a new life in Sydney. 

All of Team Envy would like to wish him every success in his new adventure and future career; all staff and clients will miss Steve.

If you are a client of Steve and looking for a new stylist, Please call our salons on 01752 251351 to be advised on future services.

CREAM TEA NETWORKING.

Tracie Gunningham recently attended a networking event held at Buckland Tout- Saints. 

Hosted by Clare Stirling, the cream tea was attended by a variety of different businesses from across the city including Ocean BMW, accountants and engineering consultants.

The afternoon consisted of local businesses’ raising money for Jeremiah’s Journey through the uses of a raffle, generous donations and paying £5 each for their ticket to the cream tea.

The afternoon was a successful event, with the attendees being given the chance to build business relations as well as raise money. The total amount raised is still yet to be confirmed. 

ENVY TO SPONSOR HUGS FROM HENRY THROUGHOUT 2016.

Envy are proud to announce, their chosen charity for 2016 will be Plymouth based ‘Hugs From Henry’.

Requested specifically by the staff of the 3 Envy salons, all fundraising will go towards raising awareness and support for children suffering a rare childhood cancer.

Henry Hallam was only 3 years old when his family were told he had stage 4 Neuroblastoma, a form of childhood cancer.  Henry suffered months of gruelling treatments to help save his life, in various locations across the country.

The original charity ‘Hugs For Henry’ was set up to help raise money for treatment available outside the UK, which could be beneficial to Henry.

In 2013, Henry was given the news that his condition is stable. His parents decided to change the charity from ‘Hugs For Henry’ to ‘Hugs From Henry’ – The charity offers any kind of support emotionally and financially for families who find themselves in the same position as the Hallam family did in 2012.

Envy will be hosting a variety of different charity events throughout the year to raise money for their local charity.

More information on Hugs From Henry can be found on the website: http://hugsfromhenry.co.uk/

Charity No: 116138