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Constance O’Toole – Visionary Woman Founder to Watch — 2026
- Women Story
- Jan 24
- 2 min read
Building Confidence, Community, and Sustainable Growth—One Client at a Time
Category
Beauty & Personal Care · Hairdressing · Women-Led Local Businesses · Service Excellence
Constance O'Toole
Founder & Owner, Connie & Co Hairdressing
📍 Based in: Point Cook, Melbourne, Australia
LinkedIn Profile URL: https;//www.linkedin.com/in/connie-o-766679205
“Hairdressing isn’t just about how someone looks when they leave—it’s about how they feel.”
Why She Matters in 2026
In an era where scale often overshadows service, Constance O’Toole is proving that small, values-driven businesses can thrive sustainably—and still make a deep impact.
With over 30 years of hands-on experience across salons, education, and apprenticeship training, Connie founded Connie & Co Hairdressing to create something rare in today’s beauty industry: an inclusive, relaxed, and genuinely welcoming environment where clients feel heard, comfortable, and confident.
Her journey reflects the quiet strength of women entrepreneurs who grow not through hype—but through trust, craft, and consistency.
Company Overview
Connie & Co Hairdressing
Industry: Hairdressing & Personal Care
Location: Point Cook, Melbourne
What they do:
A boutique hairdressing salon offering personalised services for women, men, and families—focused on quality, comfort, and long-term client relationships rather than high-volume turnover.
What She’s Built
From Skill to Sustainable Business
Starting as a solo practitioner, Connie steadily transformed her salon into a profitable and professionally run local business, while staying true to her values.
Key milestones achieved:
Reached AUD $70,000 in gross revenue
Employed a senior hairdresser, growing beyond a solo setup
Successfully grew an off-site salon presence
Received opportunities to expand further off-site
Engaged a professional bookkeeper
Improved average client spend
Gained strong clarity around financials and business numbers
This evolution marks a critical shift—from working in the business to working on the business.
Experience That Runs Deep
Connie brings:
30+ years in hairdressing
Experience across multiple salon environments
A strong background in training and mentoring apprentices
Teaching “Learn to Braid” workshops to non-hairdressers, making skills accessible beyond the industry
Her approach blends technical expertise with patience, warmth, and education—qualities that clients and team members deeply value.
Client Trust & Reputation
⭐ 5.0 Rating from 95 Reviews
Clients consistently highlight:
A casual, friendly atmosphere
Exceptional colour and restyling results
A sense of ease and confidence during every visit
Feedback often describes Connie not just as a stylist—but as someone who genuinely listens and cares.
What Sets Connie Apart
✔ Inclusive and judgment-free salon culture
✔ Calm, corporate-friendly yet relaxed environment
✔ Strong focus on confidence and comfort, not trends alone
✔ Commitment to measured growth, not burnout
✔ Deep respect for craft, people, and process
Why She’s One to Watch in 2026
Constance O’Toole represents a powerful category of women founders often overlooked: local service leaders who build strong, profitable businesses through dedication, skill, and human connection.
As Connie & Co Hairdressing continues to grow—thoughtfully and sustainably—Connie stands as a reminder that success doesn’t always shout. Sometimes, it simply earns trust, one client at a time.
That’s why she is a Visionary Woman Founder to Watch in 2026.
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