Professional Register

Find a Recognised Sharpener

The public register of sharpeners recognised by ESE, for hairdressers and barbers looking for proven expertise, across Europe & worldwide.

Recognised as part of ESE’s founding register, before the formal framework opens. Applications are not yet open.

Portrait of Arend-Jan van Kampen

Recognised sharpener

Arend-Jan van Kampen

ESE Recognised

Country
Belgium
Recognised on
26 October 2026
Portrait of Aime Langeraert

Recognised sharpener

Aime Langeraert

ESE Recognised

Country
the Netherlands
Website
kyone.com
Recognised on
26 October 2026
Portrait of Bert Suggs

Recognised sharpener

Bert Suggs

ESE Recognised

In the industry since 2013. Trained by multiple professionals across the US and by factory masters.

Country
United States
Recognised on
26 October 2026
Portrait of Nick Vracknos

Recognised sharpener

Nick Vracknos

ESE Recognised

Started in the industry at 14, learning freehand sharpening in his father's barbershop. Trained with sharpening masters from around the world and completed factory master training.

Country
Australia
Recognised on
27 October 2026
Recognised professionals – 4 entries
ProfessionalBusinessCityCountryWebsiteStatusRecognised on
Arend-Jan van KampenEagle-Eye ScissorsSankt VithBelgiumeagle-eye-scissors.beESE Recognised26 October 2026
Aime LangeraertKyone Service CenterBreskensthe Netherlandskyone.comESE Recognised26 October 2026
Bert Suggs––United Statesaceredge.comESE Recognised26 October 2026
Nick VracknosCoastal Scissor Services–Australia–ESE Recognised27 October 2026

Status

ESE Recognition Framework – Under Development

The register will grow once the assessment criteria and procedures have been approved by the founding members.

About the Register

A listing reflects competence demonstrated under the ESE requirements at the time of assessment.

  • Only professionals who meet the ESE requirements are listed
  • Recognition remains subject to the applicable rules
  • Rules for renewal, suspension and withdrawal will be published

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