Professional hairdressing
Technical skill matters. We invest in education, professional products and continual development.
About Epic Hair Designs
Built in Queensland.
Built in Queensland.
Grown with our people.
Since 2008, Epic Hair Designs has grown from one Brisbane salon into a privately owned group of 18 salons across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
What has grown with us is the part that matters most: our commitment to great hairdressing, education, our people and the communities that have supported Epic along the way.
Serious about hair. Grounded in people.
Epic Hair Designs was founded in Brisbane in 2008 with a simple idea: create salons where exceptional hairdressing, strong education and genuine client care could exist together.
Today, Epic is one of Queensland’s leading privately owned salon groups. Across our salons, Academy and support teams, our focus remains on giving clients access to highly trained professionals in modern, welcoming salons while creating meaningful careers for the people who work with us.
2008The year Epic began
18Brisbane and Gold Coast salons
200+People across the Epic team
Our story
From one salon to an Epic Queensland story.
Brendon Mann founded Epic Hair Designs in 2008, opening the first salon in Kenmore.
The business grew by focusing on professional standards, strong salon leadership, education and creating an experience clients would want to return to.
Rather than operating as a franchise, Epic has remained privately owned. That gives the group direct oversight of salon standards, education, culture and the client experience across every location.
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Leadership & culture
Growing people, not just salons.
General Manager Shayne Wright plays a central role in the day to day leadership of Epic Hair Designs, supporting salon managers, senior stylists, apprentices and teams across the group.
That investment in people is fundamental to Epic. When our teams are supported to grow in skill and confidence, our clients feel the difference.
Careers at Epic
What matters to us
The things that have shaped Epic.
Careers with a future
From apprentices through to senior stylists and salon leaders, Epic is built around creating opportunities for people to learn and progress.
Community
Community partnerships, fundraising and giving back remain an important part of who we are.
Education & excellence
Training the next generation.
Education has always been part of Epic’s foundation. The Epic Salon Academy builds on that commitment by supporting the development of apprentices and future hairdressers through practical, industry focused training.
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Our community
Our impact should go beyond great hair.
Epic Hair Designs is deeply connected to the Brisbane and Gold Coast communities that have supported us.
Through fundraising, volunteering and community partnerships, we have seen what can happen when a salon group and its clients come together behind something bigger than hair.
Our Epic Community
Life at Epic
Education, creativity, community and salon life.
Our Executive Team
The people supporting Epic behind the scenes.
CEO & Founder
Brendon Mann
Founder of Epic Hair Designs.
General Manager
Shayne Wright
Leads salon operations, people and culture.
Operations Manager
Nicole Gislingham
Supports operations and the Salon Academy.
Accounts & Payroll
Linda Seeto
Supports financial and payroll operations.
Head of Marketing
Emma Willemsen
Leads marketing, brand and communications.
Director of Philanthropy
Carlee Hay
Leads philanthropy and community initiatives.
About Epic FAQs
A little more about us.
Useful answers about Epic Hair Designs, our salons, our people and how to visit us.
Is Epic Hair Designs privately owned?
Yes. Epic Hair Designs is privately owned and was founded in Brisbane in 2008. Epic is not a franchise.
How many Epic Hair Designs salons are there?
Epic Hair Designs has 18 salons across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.
Where are Epic Hair Designs salons located?
Epic salons are located across Brisbane and the Gold Coast, including locations such as Ascot, Bardon, Cannon Hill, Carseldine, Eatons Hill, Everton Park, Forest Lake, Fortitude Valley, Greenslopes, Hope Island, Jindalee, Kenmore, Lutwyche, Mount Gravatt, Newmarket, Norman Park, Springfield Lakes and Upper Coomera.
What hair services does Epic Hair Designs offer?
Epic Hair Designs offers professional cutting, colouring, blonding, balayage, styling, treatments, hair extensions and special occasion hair. Service availability can vary by salon and stylist.
How can I find the right Epic stylist for me?
You can search Epic stylists by salon and service specialty, including blondes, balayage, brunettes, copper and red, cuts, extensions, blow dries and more.
Does Epic Hair Designs train its own hairdressers?
Yes. Education is a major part of Epic Hair Designs. Apprentices and qualified stylists receive ongoing technical education, and the Epic Salon Academy supports the development of future professional hairdressers.
What is the Epic Salon Academy?
The Epic Salon Academy is Epic Hair Designs’ training and education initiative, focused on practical industry skills and the development of apprentices and future hairdressers.
How does Epic Hair Designs support the community?
Epic Hair Designs supports Queensland charities and community organisations through fundraising, volunteering, partnerships and initiatives including the Epic Walk for Domestic Violence.
Has Epic Hair Designs won industry awards?
Epic Hair Designs has received recognition through Australian hair industry awards and media coverage across its salon, creative and community work.
How does pricing work at Epic Hair Designs?
Epic Hair Designs uses different stylist levels, and pricing can also vary by salon and service. Clients receive a consultation and personalised quote before their service begins.
How do I book an appointment with Epic Hair Designs?
You can book online or choose your preferred salon and stylist through the Epic Hair Designs website.
How can I work at Epic Hair Designs?
Epic Hair Designs offers career opportunities for apprentices, emerging stylists, qualified hairdressers, salon leaders and support team members.
Experience Epic
Great hair starts with the right people.
Find an Epic Hair Designs salon near you across Brisbane and the Gold Coast.