im Hartley was first drawn to hairdressing because of his early love for music and fashion, and his naturally rebellious nature in the early 1970s. As part of the team at Vidal Sassoon his star quickly rose reaching the position of International Creative Director. In his 35 years with the company he covered every aspect of the business, from the salon floor to teaching and working on shows and shoots and worked closely with Vidal Sassoon himself.