Our Purpose
Adelaide Institute of Hair & Beauty principal purpose is to provide high quality education and training in the fields of hair & beauty. We are a long-established education provider based in Adelaide, with a proud history of developing students into confident, skilled, and industry-ready professionals. The organisation exists for the primary purpose of delivering education to both domestic and international students, ensuring that every learner gains the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviours required to succeed in the hair and beauty industry.
Ms. Huong “Holly” Mai
Chief Executive Officer
Ms Huong “Holly” Mai is the Chief Executive Officer of Adelaide Institute of Hair & Beauty. With over 20 years’ experience in hair and beauty, Holly’s passion for this vibrant industry, and her deep desire to mentor others, led to her to establish the College in 2014.
“Today, our mission remains unwavering: to empower the next generation of hair and beauty professionals by providing cutting-edge education within a supportive environment. We pride ourselves on fostering confident, skilled, and industry-ready individuals who are equipped to build exceptional careers.”
At Adelaide Institute of Hair & Beauty you become part of a family dedicated to nurturing your talent and celebrating your success every step of the way.
Mrs. Brooke JOHNS
Hairdressing Trainer
With over 30 years’ experience in the hairdressing industry. Brooke is passionate and talented and is committed to passing her skills and experience on to her students. She has been training aspiring hairdressers for the last two decades years while continuing to operate her own business. Brooke’s exceptional abilities as a stylist and colourist are matched by her empathy and communication skills. She cares about her students and with expert instruction supports them to rapidly achieve professional qualifications and salon readiness.
Brooke finds the best way to educate each student as an individual. She trains with classical foundations but a modern edge. Brooke loves working at Adelaide Institute of Hair & Beauty which offers students strong fundamentals, creative opportunities and a warm personal environment.
Mrs. Sumandeep SANDHU
Diploma of Beauty Therapy Trainer
With over 10 years of experience in the beauty industry and training, Mrs. Suman is a passionate and effective educator.
She combines practical, hands-on experience with strong theoretical foundations, creating a supportive and creative learning environment.
Through student-centred methods such as case studies and mentoring, she emphasises personal growth, confidence building, and the entrepreneurial opportunities within the beauty industry—empowering students to pursue successful and fulfilling careers.
Mrs. Helen VO
Nail & Beauty Trainer
A passionate and dedicated professional in the nails & beauty industry, with over 17 years’ experience. With extensive expertise not only in Nails & Beauty Training and Services but also in business development, customer relation and team leadership.
Helen’s is passionate in her teaching, she connects with her students by making her lessons come alive with real-world relevance and contagious enthusiasm, using creative and innovative methods and demonstrating a commitment to her students growth and well-being.