As Global Artistic Director, Chris created Redken’s vision for trend shoots, styling and finishing techniques. He helps develops the core curriculum taught across the country and around the world in Principle Based Design, Redken education and fashion’s hottest trends; as well as, being a key facilitator for Redken's train-the-trainer programs, both internationally and domestically.
Alongside his work as Education Artistic Director, Exchange Facilitator, and training coach, Chris divides his time between major trade shows, hands-on workshops and train-the-trainer seminars. He is also the owner and president of Fuel Productions and Coach Chris Baran, companies dedicated to creating easy to understand technical training systems for salon stylists and educators.
Chris Baran’s accolades include being Canadian “Hairdresser of the Year,” an ABBIE for “Best Educational Program”, and the prestigious “Master Stylist” title at the NAHA awards. Chris was recognized at the Canadian Hairdresser, Mirror Awards as not only the “International Stylist of the Year,” but also with its Lifetime Achievement Award. Twice named “Avant Garde Hairdresser of the Year” and “Educator of the Year” in Canada and the US, Chris is in worldwide demand.
His relaxed teaching style, easy how-to approach and sense of humour make the sessions with him fly by with a payoff of fresh trends that will grow your client demand.
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For over a decade, Lori Zabel has been inspiring salon professionals around the globe. As a Redken Artist and Master Stylist at Dop Dop Salon, SoHo, NY she has the insight to help stylists find new perspectives that were previously unimaginable. Originally from Saskatchewan, Canada, Lori has traveled the globe on behalf of Redken including Italy, Spain, Australia, Norway, and the U.K. “Every area has its own special uniqueness but the passion for our craft is what we all have in common.” Lori’s work has been featured in many educational DVD’s and publications including Color Generation, Shape Control Education on Demand, Redken Creates 2, Amazing Color, Fuel For Design, Fuel for Finishing, Launch Pad, Hairdressers Journal Australia, and Flare. She has worked backstage at NYC Fashion Week with designers such as Cynthia Rowley, Proenza Shuler, Patricia Fields, and Armani. Through imagination and participation, Lori guides her audiences on a journey of artistic discovery. Her seminars will help you unleash your creativity and empower yourself to be the artist that you dream to be.
In 2018, Lori received the NAHA Haircolorist of the Year from the Pro beauty Association, as well as the People’s Choice Award.
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