Lisa Salter

Lisa Salter has loved hairdressing since she was a child and started her career in the industry as soon as she left secondary school in Hamilton.

She started an apprenticeship at a local salon and completed a Certificate in Hairdressing before taking a job in Christchurch.

After 10 years of hairdressing in New Zealand, Lisa left home to work and travel in the United Kingdom, Europe, and United States.

Upon returning to New Zealand, she knew she wanted to share her knowledge and experience with others. She gladly accepted a position as a hairdressing tutor at VARDA’s Waikato School of Hairdressing.

After seven years, she was ready for a new challenge and became a hairdressing tutor at WINTEC’s Centre for Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy.

In 2020, Lisa brought her decades of experience to NMIT’s hairdressing programmes. She’s currently a tutor for NMIT’s Certificate in Hairdressing programme and the Top of the South Trades Academy hairdressing programme, which is delivered through NMIT. She’s also the on-campus Hair and Beauty Technician.

“Coming to NMIT is a dream. Nelson is such a beautiful place to live and the staff and students are lovely,” Lisa says.

“Studying here at NMIT is awesome because it is so hands-on and the learning happens organically.”

Lisa has continued to upskill throughout her career, gaining a Certificate in Adult Teaching, Advanced Haircutting and Barbering, as well as a Certificate in Business and Administration.

She enjoys the variety and unique challenges of her roles at NMIT and hopes to inspire students to do their best and work hard.

Her philosophy is, "If you work hard and don't give up, you will surprise yourself at what you can accomplish".