Hariz Loncarevic
Summary
Charismatic and experienced hair stylist with over 35+ years of work experience in world famous salons. Passionate about keeping up with the latest trends and industries best practices. A Highly educated patient instructor and educator for hairstylist and barbers. Known by peers and supervisors as a person with the ability to connect with clients and turn those connections into continuous repeat work.
Business professional with extensive experience in small business management, driving operational success and customer satisfaction. Known for collaborative approach to team leadership and achieving impactful results. Reliable and adaptable, excelling in dynamic environments while leveraging strategic planning and resource management skills.
Professional business leader with robust experience in managing and growing successful small enterprises. Proven track record in strategic planning, financial oversight, and marketing. Strong emphasis on team collaboration and driving results. Adaptable and dependable, skilled in customer relations, operational efficiency, and problem-solving.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Master Barber
Andreas Barber Co & Skin Bar
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Delivered precision haircuts and grooming services to diverse clientele.
- Mentored junior barbers, enhancing their skills in cutting techniques and customer service.
- Implemented innovative styling trends, elevating client satisfaction and salon reputation.
- Developed personalized grooming plans, fostering long-term client relationships and loyalty.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
- Managed inventory of tools and products, optimizing resource allocation and reducing waste.
- Trained staff on new products and techniques, promoting continuous professional development within the team.
- Streamlined appointment scheduling processes, improving operational efficiency and client flow management.
- Assisted colleagues during busy periods or staff shortages as needed to maintain optimal workflow throughout the salon space.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensuring adequate supplies were always on hand for seamless service provision.
- Delivered expert beard trims, shaping facial hair according to client requests while maintaining symmetry and balance.
- Mentored junior barbers, sharing best practices and fostering their professional growth.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere by engaging in friendly conversations with clients while respecting their personal boundaries during appointments.
- Maintained clean workstations throughout the day by adhering to rigorous sterilization protocols after each service provided.
- Styled hair according to customer preferences.
- Answered incoming telephone calls and scheduled appointments for clients.
- Consistently received positive performance reviews from guests.
- Monitored inventory and availability of supplies, tools and products to minimize delays.
- Maintained knowledge of styles of women, teens and young girls to offer comprehensive hair care services.
- Advised clients on how best to care for hair and maintain health between visits.
Small Business Owner
The Soul CITIZEN SALON STUDIOUS
10.2023 - 02.2025
- Company Overview: additional work for "CAREWEST"-Calgary, AB
- Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
- Led startup and opening of business and provided business development, creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Analyzed client business needs and assisted in determining appropriate resources and strategies.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Established career goals and success strategies with clients.
- Kept paper and digital records of bookings, reservations and client needs.
- Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls and preformed all receptionist duties.
- Extended education: La Bioestetique, Goldwell
- Managed daily operations, ensuring optimal service delivery and client satisfaction in salon environment.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to enhance brand visibility and customer engagement.
- Trained and mentored junior stylists on techniques, customer service, and product knowledge.
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Fostered a positive workplace culture focused on collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
- Participated actively in local community events or organizations as a way to give back while expanding brand visibility and credibility.
- Hired trained, and supervised staff to maintain high levels of productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Researched trends and current innovations to determine competition and develop competitive pricing points.
- Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices.
- Set strategic goals and monitored progress, adjusting tactics to meet changing market conditions.
- Negotiated favorable lease terms for business expansion, securing prime location at reduced cost.
- Elevated customer satisfaction, responding promptly to feedback and implementing loyalty program.
- Managed financial accounts to maintain budget discipline and ensure profitability.
Senior Hairstylist
Curious Hair Skin and Body
03.2021 - 10.2023
- Company Overview: Calgary, AB
- Welcome customers and identify their preferences by asking pointed questions
- Recommend hairstyles and haircuts according to customers' face shapes and tastes
- Wash, rinse and dry clients' hair using appropriate shampoos and conditioners.
- Cut, trim and shave hair using professional equipment
- Apply a wide range of hair coloring techniques, color correction, like highlights, ombre and balayage.
- Create hairstyles for formal events and everyday looks, including braids, ponytails and buns
- Apply hair treatment products, as needed (e.g. color protection creams and hydrating masks).
- Extended education, training of apprentices and preparation of candidates for taking the Red Seal exam.
- Education: La Bioestetique, Kerastase, Aveda, Kevin Murphy, AG…etc
- Mentored junior stylists, enhancing team skill set and service quality.
- Developed personalized hair care regimens, improving client satisfaction and retention.
- Trained staff on advanced coloring methods, elevating overall salon expertise.
- Mentored junior hairstylists, improving their technical skills and enhancing overall team performance.
- Participated in industry events to stay updated on latest trends, styles, and techniques, furthering professional development as a hairstylist.
- Conducted and maintained inventory and set up retail displays to attract guest attention resulting in increased sales.
- Studied effects of techniques on body, skin and hair to determine most beneficial services.
- Trained salon staff in traditional and innovative haircutting techniques and salon management.
- Developed creative techniques to provide clients with latest hairstyles.
Hair Stylist/Barber
Denim & Smith
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Company Overview: Calgary, AB
- Suggest a hair style compatible with client's physical features or a style determined by client's instructions and preferences; cut, trim, taper, curl, wave, perm, and style hair; apply bleach, tints, dyes or rinses to color frost or streak hair.
- Analyze hair and scalp condition and provide basic treatment or give advice on beauty care treatments for scalp and hair.
- Shampoo and rinse hair; perform receptionist duties and order supplies.
- Mentored junior stylists, enhancing their skills and confidence in cutting and coloring techniques.
- Implemented new styling techniques, increasing client satisfaction through innovative services and personalized consultations.
- Led workshops on the latest hair trends, positioning salon as a community leader in hairstyling education.
- Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
- Resolved guest complaints about service or style.
- Trimmed, cut, and shaped hair and hairpieces based on customer preference.
- Mentored apprentice hairstylists throughout their training period, offering guidance on technical skills as well as professional etiquette within the workplace setting.
- Trained junior hairstylists in salon procedures, product knowledge, and advanced cutting techniques for skill development.
Hair Stylist/Barber
Denim & Smith
12.2018 - 01.2020
- Company Overview: Calgary, AB
- Improved business turnover and quality.
- Professional relationship customer - barber, barber - customer.
- Determined style from client's instructions and preferences.
- Cut, beard trim, tattoo hair style, curl, wave etc.
- Shampooed and rinsed hair.
- The relationship between client-barber and barber-client
- Raised quality and professionalism.
- Improved the relationship between client-barber and barber-client
- Developed strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of repeat business and referrals through exceptional service.
- Trained staff on product knowledge, improving team performance and promoting effective upselling strategies.
- Built a loyal clientele through exceptional customer service and attention to detail in styling techniques.
- Enhanced salon's reputation by consistently delivering personalized and high-quality haircuts and styling.
- Adapted hairstyling techniques to accommodate clients' diverse needs and preferences.
- Maintained clean and organized work station, complying with health and safety standards.
- Mentored junior barbers, fostering skill development and adherence to industry standards.
- Demonstrated knowledge of latest industry trends, tools and techniques to meet diverse customer preferences.
- Mentored junior barbers by sharing expertise on cutting techniques and best practices for maintaining a professional image within the salon environment.
- Educated customers on products to maximize benefits.
- Trained junior hairstylists in salon procedures, product knowledge, and advanced cutting techniques for skill development.
- Mentored apprentice hairstylists throughout their training period, offering guidance on technical skills as well as professional etiquette within the workplace setting.
HARRIS NO 1", "TIFFANY" (Owner /Hair Stylist)
HQ NATO
04.1996 - 12.2018
- Company Overview: Sarajevo, BA
- Provided an oversight of facility operations, ensuring that customers are satisfied, managing employees, scheduling, and performing.
- Selected contributions, conducted administration and management of all services and staff of beauty salon
- Promoted, recommended, and sold client specific beauty salons products and services.
- Budget preparation and management, expenditure control and monitoring of sales and revenue of beauty salon.
- Used my knowledge of hair styling and the science of hair to create unique styles for them and teaching them techniques for Home maintenance.
- Scheduled work timings for staff and appointments for residents and clients.
- Led styling team in delivering customized client consultations and personalized service experiences.
- Mentored junior stylists, fostering skill development and creativity in fashion techniques.
Master Hair Stylist
VALENTINO
09.1989 - 01.1992
- Company Overview: Sarajevo, BA
- Continuously researched relevant techniques to engage clients
- Strived to implement innovation and new technology into everyday operations
- Applied trendy and effective smoothing treatments and various products into the salon
- Instructed industry students on hairstyling with demonstrations.
- Educated clients about products and self-maintenance for healthy hair.
- Mentored junior stylists, enhancing their skills and fostering professional growth.
- Developed customized hairstyles, ensuring client satisfaction and building long-term relationships.
- Implemented innovative styling techniques, increasing service quality and client retention rates.
Education
Management and Soft Skills -
KBR Company University
01.2009
High school diploma or GED - Hair Styling and Cosmetology
Hair Styling and Cosmetology School
Post-secondary education - Hair styling
Hairstyling and cosmetology school
Hairstyling And Design
SELECTIVE ACADEMY
01-2003
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Collaboration
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Team player
- Scissor techniques
- Coloring and bleaching techniques
- Confidential
- Loyal
- Honorable
- Customer Service
- Hair Styling
- Front Desk
- Makeup Application
- Communication Skills
- Sales
- Bookkeeping
- Computer Skills
- Phone Etiquette
- Business Management
- Serving Experience
- Upselling
- Patience
- Education
- Small business operations
- Planning and execution
- Vendor relations
- Business marketing
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 12 in the development of soldiers haircuts...
Awards
RED SEAL
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Coloring License - Hairstyling
- Certified Master Barber and Hairstylist, - 4 years
Timeline
Licensed Master Barber
Andreas Barber Co & Skin Bar
06.2025 - 07.2025
Small Business Owner
The Soul CITIZEN SALON STUDIOUS
10.2023 - 02.2025
Senior Hairstylist
Curious Hair Skin and Body
03.2021 - 10.2023
Hair Stylist/Barber
Denim & Smith
10.2020 - 03.2021
Hair Stylist/Barber
Denim & Smith
12.2018 - 01.2020
HARRIS NO 1", "TIFFANY" (Owner /Hair Stylist)
HQ NATO
04.1996 - 12.2018
Master Hair Stylist
VALENTINO
09.1989 - 01.1992
High school diploma or GED - Hair Styling and Cosmetology
Hair Styling and Cosmetology School
Post-secondary education - Hair styling
Hairstyling and cosmetology school
Management and Soft Skills -
KBR Company University
Hairstyling And Design
SELECTIVE ACADEMY
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