MEET THE TEAM
Cllr. ASHLEY ORWIN
Owner & Salon Manager
Meet Ashley, your first point of contact and the friendly face that keeps Aspire Creative running smoothly. Originally from Derbyshire, Ashley’s remarkable career began on stage, spending 15 years performing in London’s prestigious West End and touring internationally with world-renowned dance companies such as Rambert, The Royal Opera House, and Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake. His talent also took him to the big screen, with appearances in Harry Potter, The Muppets, and Keira Knightley’s Anna Karenina.
After hanging up his ballet shoes, Ashley moved into customer service, managing a top London salon before taking to the skies as a First Class cabin crew member with British Airways. His travels spanned the globe - from the Caribbean to the Indian Ocean, across the USA, and through South America - perfectly honing his skills in delivering exceptional service.
Co-founding Aspire Creative in 2020, Ashley has brought his passion for excellence to Matlock, and in 2024, he was co-opted onto Matlock Town Council as a Councillor, being appointed to the Deputy Mayor of the town in May 2025; giving back to the community that’s been the heart of his thriving business.
Whether he’s greeting you at the front desk, usually with a dance or championing a local cause on a philanthropic mission, Ashley’s dedication to making people feel welcome and cared for, shines through in everything he does.
JAMIE HADLEIGH
Owner & Creative Director
Jamie brings over 15 years of industry experience, a Master’s in Colour with Schwarzkopf and an unwavering passion for hair to Aspire Creative. Leading our hair team, he combines technical expertise with a creative vision that keeps clients coming back and travelling afar time and again.
His career has taken him from backstage at top fashion events for icons such as Vivienne Westwood and Selfridges, to styling celebrities for red carpet appearances, including the wives of Westlife, the cast of Hollyoaks and at the BAFTAs 2025. At just 21, Jamie opened his first salon - a thriving business for seven years - before relocating to Derbyshire. During this time, he worked as part of the prestigious Session Styling team for Kevin Murphy and went on to become an international educator for Paul Mitchell, sharing his craft across the UK and Italy.
For Jamie, hair isn’t just a profession, it’s a passion. Whether he’s creating editorial looks on set or helping guests in the salon achieve their dream hair, his style philosophy is all about effortless, romantic, and confidence-boosting beauty. His commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and drive for continuous growth have made him a trusted and respected name in the industry.
MEGAN LEES
Senior Creative
Megan’s journey into hairdressing began with a childhood dream, teenage work experience, and a passion that’s never faded. Now with over a decade in the industry, she’s built a career rooted in creativity, precision and a genuine love for making clients feel amazing. Along the way, she has expanded her expertise through qualifications in hairdressing, media makeup, and beauty therapy sciences, plus advanced training with brands including L’Oréal Professionnel, Shu Uemura, Kérastase, Cloud Nine, and Schwarzkopf Professional.
Specialising in cutting and restyling, Megan is the go-to stylist for anyone craving a bold transformation. Her creative flair shines in effortless, lived-in colours, soft blends, balayage, grey blending, mullets, pixies, bobs, and statement coppers. Known for her iconic personal style, she brings the same fashion-forward energy to her work, ensuring every look feels both unique and effortlessly wearable.
Warm, confident, and endlessly creative, Megan infuses every appointment with positivity and skill - making her an invaluable part of the Aspire Creative family.
LILY SLATER
Creative Stylist
Lily has been part of the Aspire Creative family since day one, joining us for our grand opening in 2020. Her love for hairdressing began at just 12 years old as a Saturday girl, before completing her apprenticeship at a top Derby salon. She then spent four years in her hometown of Matlock building a devoted clientele, known for her warmth, skill, and attention to detail.
Passionate about continuous growth, Lily has trained alongside celebrity stylists who work with stars like Kate Ferdinand and Molly-Mae. A lover of lived-in colour and classic foilwork, her expertise earned her a spot as a finalist for Colourist of the Year at the Salon Awards 2024. She also has a deep talent for hair-up styling, with experience creating picture-perfect looks for high-profile weddings both in the UK and abroad.
Whether she’s delivering dimensional blondes, seamless balayage, or elegant event hair, Lily combines technical excellence with creativity, making her an invaluable and much-loved member of Aspire Creative. However, she is currently fulfilling a life-long dream of travelling the world, and we'll get her back in the salon Spring 2026...
CHRIS COOPER
Creative Stylist
Chris discovered his passion for hairdressing in his twenties while searching for a creative outlet, and he’s never looked back! Drawn to the salon buzz, fashion, music and beauty, he knew this was the career that would let him blend artistry with people-focused service.
Since starting his journey five years ago, Chris has trained and worked with top industry brands including Wella, Redken, Paul Mitchell, and now Schwarzkopf including advanced courses in-salon & at their London locations, as well as mastering specialist services like Kerasilk smoothing treatments (keratin blow dry). His career began with an NVQ in hairdressing, followed by invaluable hands-on experience during a year-long apprenticeship and further years perfecting his craft in busy salons.
Chris loves creating stunning colour, beautiful styling and teaching guests how to maintain their look at home. For him, it’s about more than just the hair - it’s the whole experience: the salon atmosphere, the conversation, and making every guest feel special, comfortable, and thrilled with their visit. Energetic, motivated, and always eager to push his creativity further, Chris brings a vibrant energy to Aspire Creative.
GRACIE CLARK
Creative Stylist
Gracie’s journey with Aspire Creative began at just 15, joining us as an evening and Saturday girl while still at school. Her passion for hairdressing was clear from day one, and she jumped straight into her apprenticeship after leaving school, training one-on-one with Jamie for all of her in-salon education.
She quickly made her mark, achieving a Distinction in her Level 2 professional hairdressing qualification, earning the highest score her external assessor had ever seen. In 2024, she was crowned Future Talent of the Year at the Salon Awards, and in June 2025, she reached an extraordinary milestone: completing her Advanced Level 3 qualification with a DOUBLE Distinction - a score so rare it’s almost unheard of.
Gracie’s creativity and skill shine brightest in cutting and restyling, helping clients feel happy, confident, and completely themselves. Always eager to learn and grow, she’s become a valued member of the team, bringing fresh energy, dedication, and artistry to everything she does. The future is very bright for Gracie.
AMELIAH AMBROSE
Graduate Creative
Ameliah, the youngest member of the Aspire Creative team, began her professional journey straight from school, fuelled by a determination to be part of the hair industry. Training under the expert guidance of our Creative Director, Jamie, and assessed externally by KleekApprentice, she not only completed her Level 2 NVQ in Hairdressing in August 2025, but breezed through her End Point Assessment with total confidence.
Her passion for delivering the best possible experience shines through in every appointment - whether she’s creating a moment of relaxation at the backwash or offering attentive, personalised care throughout a visit. Now qualified and ready for the next stage of her career, Ameliah is eager to build on her skills, embrace new opportunities and continue making her mark in the Aspire Creative family.
FAYE ELLIS
Beauty Therapist and MUA
Faye is our multi-talented beauty therapist and makeup artist, bringing over a decade of industry experience (and a past life as a dancer and teacher!) to Aspire Creative. Her skillset covers everything from advanced facial treatments, including cutting-edge LED therapy and ultrasound, to flawless makeup artistry, precision waxing, sun-kissed spray tans, and expert brow and lash work, from henna to transformative extensions.
Her makeup magic spans every style, from bold editorial drama and catwalk glamour to timeless bridal elegance. A dedicated bridal makeup specialist for more than six years, Faye has worked on luxury weddings across the UK and abroad, as well as backstage at national fashion events and editorial shoots - plus, she’s even walked the runway herself.
Whether she’s perfecting your brows, delivering a rejuvenating facial, or creating a show-stopping look, Faye’s artistry, expertise, and signature flair ensure every client leaves feeling confident, radiant, and completely cared for.
SIAN KEMP
Aesthetician
With over 25 years in the beauty and aesthetics industry, Siân is our skin and aesthetics guru, dedicated to helping people look and feel their absolute best. Her expertise is backed by an impressive wall of qualifications, but it’s her genuine passion, warmth, and compassionate approach that truly set her apart.
Specialising in advanced skin health and rejuvenation, Siân offers a full range of treatments, from anti-wrinkle injections (including Botox and advanced toxins) and dermal fillers to facial contouring, fat dissolving injections, non-surgical facelifts, and non-invasive sculpting and toning. She’s also a master of vitamin infusions and skin therapies designed to boost both radiance and confidence.
For Siân, aesthetics is more than just enhancing beauty, it’s about restoring confidence and helping every client feel like the best version of themselves. Whether you’re looking for subtle refinement or a transformative glow, you’re in safe, expert hands with Siân.
RACHEL FELTHAM
SP-MUA
Rachel is our elite semi-permanent makeup artist, renowned for creating bespoke, natural-looking brows that perfectly complement each client’s features. With many years of experience in the beauty and aesthetics industry, she specialises in a full range of advanced techniques, including ombré, powder, hair stroke, and combination brows, as well as beauty spots.
Using cutting-edge digital technology and microneedles, Rachel meticulously implants pigment into the skin to achieve flawless, long-lasting results. Each treatment is entirely tailored - designed to enhance the individual’s unique style and preferences.
After relocating to the beautiful Derbyshire countryside, Rachel found her work family at Aspire Creative and now runs the majority of her UK-wide clinics right here, alongside locations in London and Cheshire. Always on the lookout for the latest innovations, she continues to refine her craft so every client can wake up with perfect brows, every single day.