Melbourne, Australia, March 2026 — muk Haircare has announced the appointment of Laura Buckley as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). In this role, Buckley will lead the company’s finance function, supporting strategic decision-making and operational performance as the Australian, family-owned professional haircare brand continues to scale its portfolio and partner ecosystem.
Buckley has been with muk Haircare since May 2025, serving as Financial Controller, before stepping into the CFO position in March 2026. Her progression reflects a strong foundation in financial leadership, controls, and business partnering within the organization.
Before joining muk Haircare, Buckley spent more than a decade at Grant Thornton Australia, most recently as a Senior Manager. Over this period, she developed deep expertise advising businesses on financial reporting, assurance, and finance best practices, strengthening her ability to support growth-focused decision-making and governance.
Earlier in her career, she held roles outside finance, including experience at Zara as a Sales Assistant, and served as a Soccer Coach at Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School, reflecting an early grounding in customer-facing work and team leadership.
About muk Haircare
muk Haircare is an Australian, family-owned professional haircare brand known for bold attitude and high-performance products. Founded in 2006, the company offers a full-service range including a professional colour range, in-salon treatments, haircare and styling products, styling tools, education, and the Thrive Salon Partner Program. muk Haircare develops and sources products globally and is committed to being cruelty-free.
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