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Perspectives Salon chain owners
Salon owners across the country grapple with issues of business building, staff retention, product choices and much more, combining business with the creative art of understanding trends and what customers want. Salon India profiles some of their hopes and aspirations from across the country
Location Three salons in Goa – Panjim, Colva and Calangute Website www.neomisgoa.com Email neomi@neomisgoa.com
Neomi’s Hair & Beauty Salon
Name: Neomi Barneto and Mario Barneto Designation: Owners Business model: Proprietorship First salon opened: June 8, 1997 Growth plans: “We don’t intend to open any more branches at the moment, but are in the process of expanding our existing outlets.” Business mantra: “To maintain standards, keep a positive attitude and work towards achieving our goals.” Challenges faced: “Staff retention.” Products: Hair: L’Oréal Professionnel; Skincare: Cheryl’s Cosmeceuticals; Make-up: MAC Furniture and equipment: Remington, Muster & Dikson and Tondeo for equipment; Maletti for furniture Outlook for 2010: “To work hard and make Goa rock!”
Anoo’s
Location 11 salons in India and one in US Website www.anoos.com Email anoos@anoos.com
Name: Anuradha Ch Designation: Director Business model: Company owned First salon opened: 1982 Growth plans: “To increase the number of salons in South India, especially in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala. We plan to expand in Tier III cities such as Tirupati, Guntur and Karimnagar through a franchise based model.” Business mantra: “Our priority is to constantly upgrade our service offerings and procure the best.” Challenges faced: “Finding and retaining good staff and offering customized beauty service to customers.” Products: Hair: Anoo’s haircare range, L’Oréal Professionnel, Schwarzkopf Professional, Matrix; Skincare: Anoo’s herbal range Furniture and equipment: We get furniture customized locally and import equipment from different parts of the world Outlook for
Perspectives Salon chain owners
Salon owners across the country grapple with issues of business building, staff retention, product choices and much more, combining business with the creative art of understanding trends and what customers want. Salon India profiles some of their hopes and aspirations from across the country
Location Three salons in Goa – Panjim, Colva and Calangute Website www.neomisgoa.com Email neomi@neomisgoa.com
Neomi’s Hair & Beauty Salon
Name: Neomi Barneto and Mario Barneto Designation: Owners Business model: Proprietorship First salon opened: June 8, 1997 Growth plans: “We don’t intend to open any more branches at the moment, but are in the process of expanding our existing outlets.” Business mantra: “To maintain standards, keep a positive attitude and work towards achieving our goals.” Challenges faced: “Staff retention.” Products: Hair: L’Oréal Professionnel; Skincare: Cheryl’s Cosmeceuticals; Make-up: MAC Furniture and equipment: Remington, Muster & Dikson and Tondeo for equipment; Maletti for furniture Outlook for 2010: “To work hard and make Goa rock!”
Anoo’s
Location 11 salons in India and one in US Website www.anoos.com Email anoos@anoos.com
Name: Anuradha Ch Designation: Director Business model: Company owned First salon opened: 1982 Growth plans: “To increase the number of salons in South India, especially in Tamil Nadu, Karnataka and Kerala. We plan to expand in Tier III cities such as Tirupati, Guntur and Karimnagar through a franchise based model.” Business mantra: “Our priority is to constantly upgrade our service offerings and procure the best.” Challenges faced: “Finding and retaining good staff and offering customized beauty service to customers.” Products: Hair: Anoo’s haircare range, L’Oréal Professionnel, Schwarzkopf Professional, Matrix; Skincare: Anoo’s herbal range Furniture and equipment: We get furniture customized locally and import equipment from different parts of the world Outlook for