Winning Laurels

Sumit israni, Celebrity Stylist and Managing Director, geetanjali Salon and academy, shares insights about his award-winning Geetanjali Academy, Hauz Khas, Delhi, with Priyanka Parshurami.

Education is the backbone of the professional beauty industry. A good academy provides aspiring beauty professionals with quality education, industry-relevant training, practical experience, professional development and a strong network. Geetanjali Academy, Delhi, provides all this and more as it takes the salon industry to the next level. Sumit Israni, Celebrity Stylist and Managing Director, Geetanjali Salon and Academy, shares his vision for the academy.

Evaluating beauty education

“Beauty education has experienced a remarkable transformation in the last decade. It has moved beyond basic hairdressing and make-up to offer a diverse range of specialised courses in nail art, spa therapies, cosmetic science and salon management. Students now have the opportunity to learn advanced skills and specialise in their areas of interest.

There is also a stronger emphasis on professionalism and industry standards. It has become a priority to teach students not only technical skills but also business skills, including client management, marketing and professional ethics. This prepares students for successful careers in the beauty industry.”

Award-winning academy

“Being felicitated by the Honourable Union Minister Shri Narayan Rane fills us with immense pride and gratitude. It is a moment of validation for the hard work that we have invested over the years.

Our goal is to empower our students and this recognition definitely motivates us to stay committed towards excellence.

We have assembled a team of highly skilled instructors who bring industry expertise and a passion for teaching to the classroom. Apart from investing in state-of-the-art facilities that enable students to develop their skills in a modern and practical setting, we have also prioritised industry connections and collaborations by offering our students exclusive opportunities and masterclasses with renowned brands and professionals from all over the world.

Our academy is affiliated with ARTH by L’Oréal Professionnel. Through this affiliation, we offer a 3-month hairdressing diploma for students looking to gain an all-round education in hairdressing. We also have multiple professional courses available in hair, make-up and nail-art.

A student can choose amongst short term courses like art of balayage, haircutting, styling, mens’ hairdressing and other specialised programmes. Then, we have basic to advanced programmes for learning make-up and nail-art.”

Enrollment criteria

“The courses have been designed for every level of experience and skill-set. There are short term courses for experienced artists who are looking to upgrade their skills as well as complete beginner-friendly programmes.

With focus on creating professional and well-trained artists, Geetanjali Academy seeks to employ highperforming students within the Geetanjali community through internship and placement opportunities.”

Message for aspiring artists

This industry thrives on dedication and continuous learning. Be prepared to put in the hard work, as it will be the foundation of your journey. Seek out opportunities to learn and grow, whether through formal education, workshops or hands-on experience. More importantly, believe in the power of your dreams and the potential within you. Embrace your passion for creativity and let it drive you towards success.” PBHJ