MEET OUR TRAINERS
We take pride in our team of highly skilled and passionate trainers, each bringing years of experience in the beauty industry. Not only are our trainers experts in their fields, but they are also dedicated educators, committed to helping you achieve your goals. With their extensive knowledge, hands-on teaching style, and supportive approach, you'll gain the confidence and skills needed to excel in your career.
Meet the Team Behind Your Training.
Dannielle Punton
I'm a qualified nail technician with over 8 years of experience in the industry. I specialise in gel polish and intricate nail art. I'm passionate about blending artistry with skill and helping both new and experienced nail artists grow with confidence. My focus is on teaching strong techniques, encouraging creative development, and helping each artist show their individuality.
Emma Kehoe
I’ve been working in the nail and beauty industry for over 6 years. My passion lies in empowering others through education and helping aspiring professionals gain confidence in their skills. I specialise in Gel polish, BIAB, Efile, nail health, and precision techniques, with a strong focus on client care and safe practice. As a trainer, I bring a nurturing, down-to-earth approach that combines real-world salon experience with high-quality training standards.
Jade Dowse
I’m from Yorkshire and have been in the nail industry since 2019. I have loved every minute of it; exploring new nail trends, chatting to clients over a brew and even when my clients challenge me with some tricky nail art!
Jase Pinson
I'm a qualified nail technician with over three years' experience specialising in natural overlays and nail enhancements with gel and hybrid gel products. I'm passionate and enthusiastic about the anatomy and physiology element of the role and in educating clients about their nails. My focus is to educate new technicians coming into the wonderful world of nails by spreading my experiences and knowledge.
Kayleigh Parr
I have been in the nail industry for around 15 years, and I've been a part of the Pure Nails family for around 6 years. I first started doing beauty and nails in college, then went on to do my certificate in education at Huddersfield university, where I did my placement at city of Liverpool college. I ended up teaching at the college for 3 years before going into the private teaching sector, teaching from a salon.
Lisa Campbel
I am a beauty therapist and nail tech from Belfast, Northen Ireland I have been in the industry since 2006 so I have nearly 20 years’ experience. I achieved my foundation degree and started teaching in 2012 in my local college after 10 years I decided to teach from my own salon and work with Halo products, I love educating and meeting new people, I do believe in the industry you are drawn to a particular area and for me this is nails, nail art and nail health.
Luci Goodyear
I’m a fully certified beauty therapist and nail technician with over 17 years of professional experience in the industry, specialising in acrylic. Within my career I have competed in a few nail competitions gaining 1st, 3rd and top 5 positions which was truly an amazing experience. I would say I am a creative person and love trying to incorporate different mediums into nails and experimenting with new things however, I am a massive perfectionist but I suppose that brings a lot of technical precision into my work. All in all I am very passionate about all things nails my main focus is giving some of that same energy, love and skill to aspiring nail artists.
Michelle Thompson
I have 23 years of experience as a nail technician, specialising in excellent prep work to create long-lasting enhancements using Builder Gel, Hard Gel, and acrylic. I also have 12 years of experience in the beauty industry, focusing on lash lifts, tinting, and brows. I earned my teaching qualification in 2006 and have been sharing my knowledge and experience with students ever since - a part of my career I truly enjoy.
Nicole Dowling
I have been in the nail and beauty industry for 20 years and have been running my own business for the past 16 years. I specialise in nail extensions and gel polish, and I love creating perfectly shaped nails. My passion for the nail industry led me to teaching six years ago, where I now help future nail technicians achieve their goals and pass on the knowledge and experience I’ve gained throughout my career.
Penny Broughton
I've been a nail technician for 15 years and a salon owner for 13, so I bring both hands-on experience and business insight to my training. I specialise in acrylic, BIAB and gel polish, focusing on natural nails and extensions to create safe, strong, lasting results. My teaching style is relaxed, fun and practical, aimed at helping nail techs build confidence, speed, and salon-ready skills. I'm passionate about supporting others in growing their careers and thriving in this industry.