Hair and Beauty students at the College of West Anglia were treated to a fascinating and inspiring talk from Captain Fawcett founder, Rich Finney, who shared how he turned his small kitchen experiments into a global grooming brand.

Rich’s story began in his own kitchen, where he started mixing ingredients in baked bean tins, determined to create high-quality hair and beard care products. What started as a passion project has now grown into Captain Fawcett, a world-famous brand sold in over 40 countries, offering everything from beard oils and balms to styling tools and hair products.

Before starting his brand, Rich worked in the film industry behind the scenes. It was here that he began experiments with creating his own products which quickly gained popularity with actors and crew members.

Rich encouraged the students to think creatively, work hard and believe in their goals, no matter how ambitious. His motto, ‘Dream Big’ really struck a chord with the students.