Hairstyling doyen Datin Winnie Loo, 63, goes back to college

"Age is just a number. It’s never too late to study," says Datin Winnie Loo.

After 40 years of building an empire that comprises 13 hair salons and one hairstyling academy, A Cut Above Group of Salons founder Datin Winnie Loo, 63, can finally retire and sit back in comfort.

Now, the business mogul can afford to go back to school in pursuit of a 12-month executive masters in business administration – while still running her chain. “Sometimes I think I’m foolish. Instead of having high tea with friends or window shopping, I am busy studying and attending lectures on weekends,” Loo quips.