Meet the Cruz Hairworks Team

With decades of professional experience, Mark Murray is the driving force behind Cruz Hairworks in Whitley Bay. Renowned for his precision cutting and meticulous attention to detail, Mark’s work is consistently in high demand. His calm, considered approach and commitment to quality set the standard for the salon. A passionate mentor and educator, Mark takes pride in developing the next generation of stylists, investing in both technical training and personal growth. His dedication to expert service and skill development has helped establish Cruz Hairworks as one of Whitley Bay’s most trusted destinations for cutting, colouring, and specialist hair care.

As Salon Manager at Cruz Hairworks, Olivia Murray combines advanced colouring expertise with strong leadership and client care. Known for her vibrant, personalised colour transformations, Olivia works with clients across Whitley Bay and beyond to deliver beautiful, lasting results. Her calm professionalism, technical skill, and commitment to quality set the tone in the salon. Olivia plays a key role in supporting the Cruz Hairworks team and ensuring each client receives an exceptional, tailored experience from consultation to finish.

Andrew Clark-Ormston is a highly sought-after Senior Stylist at Cruz Hairworks, known across Whitley Bay for his skill in bespoke colour work and expertly applied hair extensions. His calm confidence, creative eye, and commitment to quality allow him to deliver stunning transformations that reflect each client’s personal style. Whether creating dimensional balayage, rich tones, or seamless length and volume with extensions, Andrew approaches every service with precision and care. Clients return time and again for his friendly, professional manner and consistently flawless results.

Amy Johnson is a respected Senior Stylist at Cruz Hairworks, well-known across Whitley Bay for her dedication, expertise, and long-standing relationships with her loyal clientele. With a calm, attentive approach and consistently high standards, Amy delivers personalised hair services that clients trust and return for time and again. Whether it's a precision cut, colour refresh, or restyle, Amy brings experience, care, and a genuine understanding of her clients’ needs—making her a valued and trusted stylist in the salon and community alike.

Chloe Stratford is a Graduate Stylist at Cruz Hairworks who has grown with the salon over the past five years. Starting as a Level 2 apprentice, she completed her Level 3 qualification with distinction and is quickly becoming known in Whitley Bay for her fresh, on-trend approach to hair. Chloe specialises in creative colouring, with a particular flair for balayage and modern techniques. Her perfectionist nature and warm, bubbly personality make her a pleasure to be around, and clients appreciate the care and time she puts into every appointment. Chloe is passionate about building strong client relationships and delivering results that are both stylish and personalised.

Katelyn Thompson is a dedicated 3rd-year apprentice at Cruz Hairworks, bringing warmth, reliability, and a clear passion for the industry. Known for her friendly nature and attention to detail, Katelyn supports both the salon team and clients, helping ensure each appointment runs smoothly. As she advances through her training, Katelyn is developing strong technical skills and a confident, professional manner. With her commitment to learning and natural client care, she is a valued member of the team and a promising future stylist in the Whitley Bay community.