The Hair Cove

Meet Abigail Overend, who took the leap to open The Hair Cove so she could build a business around doing what she loves while creating more time for her young family. Deciding the timing was right, she set out to turn her ambition into reality, balancing long days with the determination to make it work.

With guidance from Tracey at Durham Startups, she gained clarity around finances, goals and planning for the year ahead. Just 12 weeks after opening, the salon is already busy, with clients rebooking and a strong sense of trust and community. “Don’t overthink it. Just do it.”