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
2012.07 - 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
2010.03 - 2010.06
- 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
2008.12 - 2009.09
- 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 2011.09 - 2012.06
Master of Arts - Humanities (Caribbean Studies)
University of Warwick
Coventry 2006.09 - 2007.07
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology with Social Policy
University of Warwick
Coventry 2002.09 - 2005.07
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
2012.07 - Current
Advanced Award - Human Resources
NEW College
2011.09 - 2012.06
Project Administrator (IT Business Delivery)
NHS Birmingham East and North
2010.03 - 2010.06
NHS Data Entry Co-ordinator with Project Office
NHS Birmingham East and North
2008.12 - 2009.09
Master of Arts - Humanities (Caribbean Studies)
University of Warwick
2006.09 - 2007.07
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology with Social Policy
University of Warwick
2002.09 - 2005.07