Debbie Koo was born and raised in the Greater London area, England, United Kingdom and has accumulated over 29 years of experience in cosmetology. She has settled with her family in Cartersville, Metro Atlanta, Georgia, USA since 1991. 1977-79, Debbie Koo trained under Glemby International an upscale hair salon in London which had 40 Hairstylists, 15 assistants, 3 Beauticians, 1 manicurist, 2 Electrolysis & 6 receptionists. 1979-83 employed as a master cosmetologist at S & L International an upscale hair salon in London, England. 1983-85, employed as a master cosmetologist with Viva Hair an upscale hair salon in London. 1985-90, Debbie owned and operated two upscale hair salons in London, England. 1990, Debbie sold her businesses to stay at home to raise three young children. 1991, Debbie, her husband Roger and three children Gemma, Gregory and Alexis moved to the United States. 1997, Debbie has resumed her professional career in Cartersville, Georgia, USA. She is certified and licensed as a master cosmetologist by the Georgia Board of Cosmetology. Courses Attended & Diploma Obtained Perming/Coloring/Advanced Coloring/Balayage and other types of workshops at L'oreal Technical Center, London, England. While in England, Debbie attended numerous cutting courses and hair shows. L'oreal conducted various coloring seminars at her upscale salons. A couple of her certificates under her maiden name: Deborah Murray Hairdressing Awards & Competitions As an Apprentice, Debbie Koo won 1st. Place amongst the apprentices in Glemby International Hair competitions. She achieved 3rd Place in the Nationals for S & L International. Trained Apprentices During the ownership's of the two upscale hair salons, Debbie was authorized by the U.K. Government to train and employ new apprentices under their "Pruners Youth Training Scheme." Some of Debbie Koo's famous regular British clients Actress: Diana Rigg, Ona Blackman Actor: Clive Dunn, Peter Bowles Musician & Composer: Carl Davis Writer & Author: Dorothy Stevens Recording Artist: Sandy McKweon Mrs. Garmon, one of the director's wife of Vidal Sasson. Continuing Education Debbie continues to keep up to date with the latest techniques and styles by attending courses and Seminars. L'oreal Professionnel Technical Team Debbie joined The L'oreal Professionnel Technical Team in July 2004. L'oreal Professionnel Workshop September 12 & 13, 2004. Debbie attended Color & Cutting by Nancy Braun and Rodney Hicks at the Soho Academy, 15 Mercer Street, New York City, New York. L'oreal Professionnel Knowledge Lab June 6, 2005. Assisted Robert DeBartolo at a L'oreal Knowledge Lab Convention Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee. 300 Hairstylists attended.