Team

A Glasgow native, Lorraine always wanted to be a hairdresser and after seeing Vidal Sassoon onstage, she officially committed herself to the craft. She went on to complete her training at the Toronto Salon in 1992. Lorraine quickly proved her leadership skills and now leads the Toronto Salon and Academy businesses as Creative Director.

Throughout her career, Lorraine has organized shows, taught seminars for Sassoon and partnered with various brands on fashion shows, festivals and other high-end events. Inspiring hundreds of clients and stylists for more than 15 years, Lorraine’s commitment to education and the industry is evident in each course she teaches.

I'VE BEEN WITH SASSOON SINCE:

• 1999

THE MOST REWARDING PART OF WORKING FOR SASSOON IS:

• Being able to do what I love with great and talented people.

I AM:

• Passionate, dedicated, attentive. 

MY STYLE IS:

• Classic, minimalistic, simple.

I'VE BEEN WITH SASSOON SINCE:

• 2004

THE MOST REWARDING PART OF WORKING FOR SASSOON IS:

• The opportunity to travel and work closely with my team members in North America and the UK.

MY STYLE IS:

• Vintage and eclectic.

North American Color Director, Richie Rivera started his Sassoon career at the Los Angeles Academy in 1992. He then went on to complete his apprenticeship at the Boston Salon in 1993, where he has been based for the last 19 years. During Richie’s time at Sassoon, he has worked as Salon Color Director and East Coast Regional Color Director before earning the prestigious role of North American Color Director in April 2012. In this role, Richie has the ultimate responsibility of educating and developing the next generation of colorists and tinters in all the North America Salons and Academies.

Over his 20 years with Sassoon, Richie has gained a reputation for being a gifted educator, who captivates his audiences while teaching the renowned Sassoon color techniques. Frequently representing Sassoon internationally, from Japan to Brazil and everywhere in between, Richie spends much of his time showcasing Sassoon collections and leading countless shows and seminars. Additionally, his talent behind the chair has led to a fiercely loyal clientele in Boston, where he continues to see clients on a regular basis.