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Abney brings over twenty years of professional beauty experience with some of the industry’s biggest names, and will oversee education for ColorProof, Neuma and Number 4.

Cosway Beauty Brands, a beauty manufacturer whose portfolio includes NEUMA, Number 4 High Performance Hair Care, and ColorProof Color Care Authority, has announced that Tim Abney has joined the company as the new Global Director of Education.
Abney brings over twenty years of professional beauty experience with some of the industry’s biggest names, including his most recent role as Global Director of Education with Kevin Murphy. During his tenure, he has mentored thousands of educators and salon professionals. Abney has the innate ability to cultivate teams, build culture and develop education platforms that enrich the stylist community and foster growth.
As the Global Director of Education for Cosway Beauty Brands, Abney will oversee education for ColorProof, Neuma, and Number 4, harnessing his skills to create a solid education structure of learning and support to the team. He will be working alongside the current Directors of Education to deliver ground-breaking education worldwide for all three brands.
“We are incredibly thrilled to have Tim join the CBB team at such a pivotal and exciting time. Tim brings a vast knowledge of salon professional education, a fresh perspective, keen eye for detail, and a drive for success that truly sets him apart,” says Rick Kornbluth, President and CEO of Cosway Beauty Brands. “I have personally known Tim for over 12 years and have seen his skills and spirituality bring a company together with one common vision and culture. We look forward to Tim spreading his magic here.”
This appointment to Cosway continues to expand plans for further growth in supporting the company’s rapidly expanding portfolio.

At its core, Bumble and bumble is about giving people the tools, the confidence, and the freedom to express themselves through hair.

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