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Charis Roberts

Birmingham,United Kingdom

Summary

Self-taught professional with expertise in afro and mixed-texture hairdressing and a background in project administration. Established a successful business specialising in micro locs while offering educational masterclasses for aspiring stylists and business owners. Committed to innovation and excellence in service delivery.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Loctician & Educator

Self-Employed
Birmingham
07.2012 - Current
  • Established a successful afro and mixed-textured hairdressing business, specialising in micro locs and providing consultations for loc health.
  • Offered installations, retightenings, and styling services while developing a product line and Amazon storefront for client purchases.
  • Conducted masterclasses for aspiring loc stylists and locs business owners to share techniques and business insights.

Project Administrator (IT Business Delivery)

NHS Birmingham East and North
Birmingham
03.2010 - 06.2010
  • Collaborated on development of detailed project plans, specifically pertaining to the Summary Care Record rollout, that guided teams towards completion within stipulated timeframes.
  • Provided administrative support to Project Managers, aiding in successful project execution.
  • Performed daily administrative duties.
  • Liaised between different departments, creating smooth flow of information during projects.

NHS Data Entry Co-ordinator with Project Office

NHS Birmingham East and North
Birmingham
12.2008 - 09.2009
  • Managed large volumes of data with precision and speed across many disciplines
  • Assisted in the transfer of data from paper files in GP offices to PAS online.
  • Performed quality control checks on all incoming data, ensuring accuracy.

Education

Advanced Award - Human Resources

NEW College
Redditch, Worcestershire
09.2011 - 06.2012

Master of Arts - Humanities (Caribbean Studies)

University of Warwick
Coventry
09.2006 - 07.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology with Social Policy

University of Warwick
Coventry
09.2002 - 07.2005

Skills

  • Passion for all things hair and skin
  • Passion for Teaching/Coaching/Mentoring
  • Great communication skills
  • Business management skills
  • Customer Services skills
  • Calm under pressure
  • Demonstrates leadership qualities and resourcefulness


Affiliations

  • Reading autobiographies/memoirs of famous black women

Accomplishments

  • Multicultural Inspire Awards 2025 Nominee in the category Outstanding Contribution to Leadership and Professional Services
  • Nobeel Summit Awards 2024 Nominee for Black-Owned Business Owner of the Year
  • Black Women of Birmingham Awards 2022 Nominee for Best Hairdresser

Timeline

Loctician & Educator

Self-Employed
07.2012 - Current

Advanced Award - Human Resources

NEW College
09.2011 - 06.2012

Project Administrator (IT Business Delivery)

NHS Birmingham East and North
03.2010 - 06.2010

NHS Data Entry Co-ordinator with Project Office

NHS Birmingham East and North
12.2008 - 09.2009

Master of Arts - Humanities (Caribbean Studies)

University of Warwick
09.2006 - 07.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology with Social Policy

University of Warwick
09.2002 - 07.2005
Charis Roberts