We are proud to share that Kayleigh Byrne, stylist at Tribe Clapham, has been named the winner of the BHA Bursary 2026.
This marks a huge step in Kayleigh’s creative journey as she works towards entering the 2026 British Hairdressing Awards, sponsored by Schwarzkopf Professional.
The #BHABursary26 was created to support rising hairdressing talent. It gives stylists access to funding, mentorship and industry exposure, helping remove some of the barriers that can make entering major competitions more difficult.
For Kayleigh, this achievement means more than winning a prize. It represents confidence, growth and the courage to back herself creatively.
Kayleigh said:
“Winning the BHA bursary has truly left me lost for words. For a long time, I didn’t believe I was good enough to showcase my own work. I lacked confidence and wasn’t sure how to take risks. Over the past year, I’ve learned how important it is to step outside my comfort zone and tell my own story. Entering competitions like this not only expands your knowledge of the hair industry, but also helps you discover who you are.”
What does Kayleigh win?
As part of the bursary, Kayleigh will receive expert mentorship from Schwarzkopf Global Ambassador Nick Irwin. This will support her in developing a strong creative concept, planning her shoot and building a competition-ready photographic collection.
The programme also includes financial support towards her collection shoot, media coverage through HJ and two tickets to attend the 2026 British Hairdressing Awards.
At Tribe, we believe in creating an environment where our team can grow, take creative risks and build long-term careers in hairdressing. Kayleigh’s achievement is a brilliant example of what can happen when talent, hard work and support come together.
We are so proud of Kayleigh and cannot wait to see her creative vision come to life.
Congratulations Kayleigh. The whole Tribe team is behind you.
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