Hair and beauty business cuts a deal for city premises
HAIRDRESSING and beauty business RMUK has created 30 jobs and increased turnover following its relocation to Great George Street in Leeds.
Funding from the Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) has been used in addition to the owners’ own capital investment to support RMUK’s move to the 3,500 sq ft building which was previously derelict.
Launched in 1981 by Roberto and Laura Moura, RMUK was previously located on Eastgate in the city. The relocation to Great George Street has enabled the owners to create a day spa, with the larger premises boasting 14 cutting stations, a nail bar, five beauty therapy rooms and a café/bar and terrace.
Mr Moura said: “The new salon is fabulous and really sets us apart from our competitors. The support from the RBS team has also been very important in helping us to achieve this move which has enabled us to create a unique holistic experience for our existing customers and to attract new ones also.”
Richard Cooper worked alongside his colleague Lindsay Crooks to assist RMUK with the expansion plans.
Ms Crooks, senior relationship manager for RBS, said: “This is a very exciting stage for RMUK. A lot of hard work has gone into the new salon to create a relaxing and unique space. The new salon offers so much more for their customers with larger hairdressing and beauty facilities as well as a café/bar area.
“The purchase of a London taxi for collecting clients is a great touch and sets them apart from other salons in the area. It complements their long standing reputation for providing professional service and creative hair designs and relaxing beauty treatments. Both the RMUK and their clients are reaping the benefits of this new salon experience.”
