Award-winning Founder, Managing Director, Creative Director and Head of Education. Teresa Weller is a hair professional with more than three decades of experience across salon leadership, creative session styling, training and business growth. Recognised for technical excellence, client care and team development, Teresa has built a respected reputation in both the hairdressing industry and the wider creative sector.
Professional Career
1991-1993
Junior Stylist
Alan International, Epsom
- Began professional hairdressing career as a junior stylist.
- Trained through Alan International’s academy programme, attending advanced training at Selfridges, London and Hammersmith.
- Completed training prior to the company entering liquidation.
1993-1995
Junior Stylist
Total Look Hair & Beauty
- Continued professional salon training and development within a busy salon environment.
1995-1999
Stylist
Krinkles, Ewell Village
- Progressed to stylist level and developed a loyal client base.
- Attended Kingston College two days per week whilst working full time.
- Achieved:
- NVQ Level 3 Hairdressing
- D32/D33 Assessor Awards
- Further developed cutting, colouring and client consultation skills.
1999-2001
Hair Stylist
Steiner Leisure
- Completed intensive academy training under Ian Carmichael, hairdresser to Queen Elizabeth II.
- Successfully completed Steiner’s prestigious training programme.
- Selected to join the Disney Cruise Line.
- Worked throughout the Caribbean, delivering professional hair services to an international clientele.
- Gained valuable experience in luxury hospitality, client care and high-volume salon environments.
2002-2005
Self-Employed Hairdresser & Senior Stylist
Charisse Hair Salon, Carshalton
- Began building an independent client base from home.
- Worked three days per week at Charisse Hair Salon, Carshalton.
- Successfully balanced growing business commitments whilst raising a young family.
2005-2010
Founder & Salon Owner
Angel Hair & Beauty, Cheam Village
- Opened and operated first salon business.
- Built a highly successful salon with a loyal and growing clientele.
- Managed all aspects of salon ownership including recruitment, training, marketing, client retention and financial management.
- Successfully navigated the challenges of operating during the 2008 recession.
- Made the strategic decision to close the business in 2010 following significant economic pressures affecting the industry.
2010-2012
Senior Stylist
Dry 503, Raynes Park
- Continued to build reputation as a senior stylist.
- Maintained a strong client following and delivered advanced cutting and colouring services.
2012-2015
Senior Stylist
Clay Hair Salon, Oxshott
- Worked as a senior stylist whilst continuing to expand technical and creative expertise.
- Maintained a loyal and growing client base.
- Began pursuing opportunities within the fashion and entertainment industries.
2012-2017
Session & Editorial Hair Stylist
Alongside salon work, Teresa pursued her passion for creative and session styling, building an impressive portfolio across fashion, entertainment and live events.
Highlights included:
- Working on London Fashion Week shows.
- Participating in Pride in London events as part of professional hair teams.
- Working alongside leading makeup academies and creative professionals.
- Styling for film productions.
- Styling for television productions.
- Hair styling for commercial advertising campaigns.
- Working with numerous celebrities, performers and public figures.
- Styling hair for singer Rebecca Ferguson during her European tour.
- Gaining extensive experience in fast-paced backstage, editorial and live-event environments.
This period fulfilled a long-standing ambition to work within the creative fashion and entertainment industries and significantly broadened Teresa’s professional experience.
2015-2018
Founder
Hair Art, Surbiton
- Established Hair Art as an independent business.
- Operated from a private salon within Aaron’s Barbers in Surbiton.
- Built a loyal and growing client base.
- Assisted in the management and day-to-day operation of the barbershop during the owners’ absence.
- Continued developing the Hair Art brand and reputation.
2018-Present
Founder, Director & Salon Owner
Teresa Weller Hair Art
- Established Teresa Weller Hair Art in Dorking, Surrey.
- Built a thriving salon business with clients travelling from across Surrey, London and the surrounding counties.
- Developed an outstanding reputation for client care, technical excellence and bridal hair styling.
- Built a highly successful and loyal client following.
- Expanded the business into an award-winning salon recognised within the hairdressing industry.
- Continues to oversee all aspects of business management, team development, training and client experience.
2024-Present
Business Expansion & Growth
- Incorporated the business as a limited company.
- Led the restoration and renovation of the historic Rotunda building in Dorking.
- Oversaw the relocation of Teresa Weller Hair Art from Dorking High Street to its new flagship salon premises on South Street in September 2025.
- Continues to lead the business through its next phase of growth and development.
Training, Mentoring & Industry Development
Throughout her career, Teresa has been passionate about supporting and developing future hair professionals.
- Qualified Assessor (D32/D33 Awards).
- Successfully trained and qualified six apprentices who have progressed into professional hairdressing careers.
- Mentored numerous junior stylists throughout her career.
- Continues to support training, development and career progression within the industry.