Jacqui Victor
Salon Owner – Master Stylist – Winner NZARH New Zealand Salon of the Year – Master Builders Business Hero Award – Winner HITO Training Salon of the Year – Winner HITO Training Salon of the Year – Telecom Employer of the Year –
Jacqui Victor is a powerhouse in New Zealand’s hair industry, known for her energy, passion and relentless drive. With over 30 years behind the chair, Jacqui still brings the same enthusiasm to her work as she did on day one. She launched True Grit in 2005 with a bold vision and a whole lot of heart, and the salon has become an award-winning industry leader in Christchurch and beyond.
Steering a large, high-performing team through earthquakes, rebuilds and ever-changing trends hasn't been easy, but Jacqui’s resilience and leadership have kept True Grit thriving. She has built a reputation for delivering consistently high standards of service and hairdressing excellence, earning a loyal following of clients and long-standing team members alike.
Jacqui is incredibly proud of True Grit’s stunning salon on Manchester Street, a space that reflects the creativity, innovation and personality that defines the brand. She's especially passionate about mentoring the next generation of stylists, and her New Generation programme is one of her proudest achievements. Helping young hairdressers find their spark and thrive in the industry is something Jacqui takes seriously, and it shows in the talent that continues to come through the doors.
A natural educator and an inspiring leader, Jacqui is regularly called on to share her insights with industry peers and media. Her accolades include Kitomba’s Employer of the Year and the Master Builders Business Hero Award, and under her guidance, True Grit has twice been named HITO Training Salon of the Year.
For Jacqui, hairdressing is more than a career. Three decades in, she is still in love with the craft, still obsessed with beautiful hair and still just as excited about what’s next.