creating beautiful hair
since 1981
Since opening the first seanhanna salon in 1981, the brand has grown to become one of the most respected names in UK hairdressing.
Known for innovative signature cuts, creative colour work, and award-winning salon environments, seanhanna has spent over four decades shaping modern hairdressing while staying true to its founding philosophy: creating beautiful hair that is tailored to every individual.
Today, the brand continues to evolve under the leadership of Sean Hanna's daughter Ellie, alongside directors Yesmin, Lloyd and Tomm. Together they champion the same passion for creativity, education, and exceptional client experience that has defined the seanhanna name for more than 45 years.
the founder
sean hanna
Sean Hanna founded seanhanna in 1981, building the brand from a single salon into one of the UK’s most respected independent hairdressing groups.
With a career spanning more than four decades, Sean has always believed that education, creativity and great people are the foundation of great hairdressing. His commitment to developing talent and raising professional standards helped shape the culture that still defines seanhanna today.
Over the years, Sean and the seanhanna team have received significant industry recognition, including:
• UK’s Best Independent Hair Salon Group
• BHBA Marketing Awards
• UK’s Top Business Director (British Hairdressing Business Awards)
• Inducted into the BHBA Business Hall of Fame
The team has also won numerous prestigious industry titles including:
• London Hairdresser of the Year
• Avant Garde Hairdresser of the Year
• L’Oréal Colour Trophy
• Salon Group of the Year (multiple times)
Sean was also awarded Fellow with Honours by the Fellowship for British Hairdressing.
