Be inspired by our global collective of award-winning stylists as they share their hair stories – from career highlights to signature styles.
At Schwarzkopf Professional, we believe in the power of community. Together with our global collective of award-winning hairdressers, we challenge, inspire and elevate one another – sharing knowledge, creativity and expertise to shape the future of professional hair. Every artist brings their own story, perspective and signature style, helping make our community stronger together.
In this article, we showcase the talented stylists behind our HAIR BY SCHWARZKOPFPRO looks and services. Explore their career-defining moments and signature styles, as they share the experiences that have shaped their craft, demonstrating that success in the hairdressing industry takes more than just skill – it requires creativity, determination and a genuine passion for hair.
Known for her innovative vision and tailored approach, Rozan Zonneveld is a proud salon owner and award-winning hairstylist whose work has featured across major industry platforms, including Fashion Week.
“You need to know who you are, and then you can be creative with your technical skills.”
Inspired by photography and the way light naturally falls, Rozan’s signature style embraces minimalism – enhancing her client’s natural features and elevating them further using strong shapes and colour.
In 2024, Rozan was named Dutch Hairdresser of The Year for her clever use of strong shapes and colour. This accolade not only highlighted her styling success but propelled her career to new heights.
Part of Schwarzkopf Professionals USA Artistic Team, Genia Church has over 25 years of experience as a hairstylist, educator and salon owner. Passionate about diversity, education and pushing creative boundaries, her career has seen her work on both London and New York Fashion Week as well as for global hair campaigns, red carpet events and television.
“Sometimes the things that frighten us the most will be the things that help us grow the most.”
Genia draws her greatest inspiration from street culture around the world, reflected in her dynamic approach to hairdressing. Working with a diverse range of hair types and textures, she continues to push boundaries and redefine what is possible.
The changing point in Genia’s career was making her desire to be a versatile hairstylist a reality. Forging her own creative path, Genia’s expertise now spans across barbering, hair extensions, advanced cutting, colouring, and editorial styling.
As Styling Expert for Schwarzkopf Professional Poland, Daniel Gryszke has a passion for all things creative. With an impressive list of clients and looks which have featured in top publications such as Vogue, Daniel has also worked backstage for high-end brands at both London and Paris Fashion Week.
“The thing I like most in my job is to make people look and feel beautiful.”
As a former dance champion in Poland, Daniel is inspired by his love for performing. Whether crafting a clever cut or extreme volume, Daniel’s signature style is defined by creating shape, movement and texture throughout the hair, for a look that feels rhythmic and expressive.
Working with a range of iconic celebrities has been Daniel's biggest career highlight so far, including actor Tilda Swindon. Known for her bold and expressive hairstyles, Tilda asked Daniel to cut her hair for a performance at a festival in Poznań, Poland.
Tymoteusz Pięta is Schwarzkopf Professional's Creative Ambassador and has styled for Vogue, ELLE and Glamour, as well as editorials featuring Yves Saint Lauret, Dior and Armani.
“I love the moment when I see my clients looking in the mirror and I see the sparkle in their eyes.”
For Tymoteusz, hairdressing is more than just a technique – it's an art of self-expression and transformation. Drawing inspiration from architecture, music, film and subcultures, as well as his experience in session work and on cruise ships, his signature style blends precision with intuition. He tunes into energy and emotion to create looks that enhance both personality and confidence.
Tymoteusz's career highlight came from founding HAIRMATE salons. As creative director, he currently leads a 130-strong team across 11 salons, a professional academy and a cosmetics brand.
Born into a family of hairdressers, Andrea Hecker is an international colourist and educator based in Munich. With over 15 years in the industry, she has influenced product development, service concepts and global trends – now sharing her expertise through workshops and seminars.
“What I love most about my job is to give people a new attitude to life.”
Inspired by fashion and a love for being creative, Andrea uses her craft to empower others and enhance natural beauty. She has earned recognition as a pioneer of free-hand hair painting, with her signature style being the use of well-placed, authentic hair colour which is individual to every client.
Andrea’s greatest career highlight lies in the lasting impact she has on her clients, using hair colour as a tool for transformation to enhance confidence and create a renewed sense of self.
Finding her love for colour, trends and creative expression at just 15, today Vanessa Kranke is a successful colourist, educator and creative lead for Schwarzkopf Professional in Germany. Whether on set for a photo shoot, backstage at Fashion Week or inspiring audiences at major industry events, Vanessa is passionate about helping other hairdressers learn and grow.
“Not in one salon did I feel properly trained – the reason why I became an educator was to support people in similar situations.”
For Vanessa, her signature style is more than a specific look or technique but is all about the power of empathy. Before choosing a direction for her client, Vanessa understands exactly how her client wants to be perceived so they are guaranteed to leave the salon with a smile.
After 12 years in one company, Vanessa stepped outside of her comfort zone to join Schwarzkopf Professional as an educator and creative lead. Taking the biggest leap of her career proved to be her most rewarding decision yet, opening the door to new opportunities and experiences.
Sofia Geideby is an award-winning hairdresser, colourist, and creative director based in Stockholm. Her passion for colour and creative freedom has shaped her expertise in advanced colour, precision cutting and conceptual styling.
"A great hairdresser has curious hands, sharp eyes and a big heart!"
Sofia's signature style is about taking risks, breaking rules and pushing boundaries – whether it's mixing controversial colours, using tools in unconventional ways, or cutting in unexpected directions. Sofia's personal fashion style reflects this approach, with a love for working with colour in every form.
The happiest moment of Sofia's career came when her very own ground-breaking hair and style studio, Little Faktory, received four awards at Sweden’s Hairdresser of the Year Awards. A testament to her influence on contemporary hairdressing and her commitment to shaping the future of the industry.
Zito Chung was first inspired to join the hair industry by a group of stylish, well-dressed individuals who sparked her passion for creativity. Her work reflects both technical excellence and an innovative approach to modern hair artistry.
“Hairdressing for me is not just about hair, it’s about revealing who you really are.”
Known for her strong vision and love of colour, Zito’s creative influence comes from the powerful visual storytelling found in film, where composition and colour play a central role. For Zito, hairdressing is about enhancing the most authentic version of each person and reflecting their individuality with confidence and creativity.
After several years honing her craft in Hong Kong, Zito was invited to join the Schwarzkopf Professional Education Team in Shanghai, where she played a key role in elevating the team’s technical standards and creative output. She contributed to the delivery of high-impact brand shows, editorial campaigns, and signature looks for brand ambassadors, cementing her reputation as a leading creative talent.
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