Education & Workshops
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2025 Educators
Ryan Sharpe
Enhancing with Extensions: Adding Volume & Fullness Using Tape-Ins & K-Tips! $200
Sunday August 3rd, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Classroom A
My goal is for those attending my class to leave equipped with the knowledge and confidence to begin practicing these skills themselves so that they can introduce these services to their clients, increase their income and elevate their craft behind the chair!
Tara Glynn
Trust & Mane Extension Certification Course $450
Aug 4th, 9:30am-1:30pm
Classroom B
Course Description
I will be teaching 3 different handtied techniques with a focus on our main method. I will go over:
Client Consultation
How to decide the amount of hair and type of hair to use
Color matching
Coloring the extensions
Cutting and blending
Styling your perfect finish!
I will also go over business building and how to grow your income with extensions!
Sara Gallagher and Kristina Metzroth
Cut Your Boredom OUT!
Aug 3rd, 1:00pm-2:00pm
Classroom D
ANIME and PLAY with BOLD haircutting shapes inspired by Anime and androgyny. Soft + strong textures, DROP OUTS and max movement. Let's BANG it out and discuss fringe options, tool choices and face shape analysis.
This class will INSPIRE, yet you'll leave with true techniques that can be applied to any haircut. LAYER UP and LEVEL UP!
Krystine Sherwood
TIME MANAGEMENT FOR BEAUTY & BARBER PROS
Sunday August 3rd 2:30-3:30
Classroom B
Are you tired of running around but not getting anything done? You jump from one thing to another hoping you’ll make progress? You want to do ALL THE THINGS but feel like you just don’t have the time to get it done? Join internationally certified life & business coach, Krystine Sherwood, as she gives you the tried & true tools used by Forbes’ ranking companies for you, your salon & team. Don’t miss it!
PRACTICAL APPLICATION: In this class, you’ll learn:
-Mental Health Behind the Chair and it's effects on our professional lives
-Salon & Spa Systems
-Delegation Rules
-5 Principles Of Top Forbes' List Companies to Follow
-& more
Krystine Sherwood
MARKETING ON A BUDGET
August 3rd 10:30am-11:30am
Classroom B
Are you completely burnt out on how to get the word out on your services, your salon, your spa and all the amazing things you have to offer your community? Are you running out of ideas to get your ideal client?! Join internationally certified life coach and salon & spa owner with a university degree in strategic public relations and marketing as she shares with you methods on how to get more people in your salon, spa or barbershop while still maintaining your budget!
PRACTICAL APPLICATION: In this class, you’ll learn:
-How to attract your ideal client & keep them using FREE marketing
-The importance of using kindness and professionalism to get more money
-How to collaborate in a way where EVERYONE wins
-What you need to do next to get your team involved and motivated
-What to do in a seasonal area vs an all-around steady area as far as demographics
Kimberly Loomis
Fundamentals of Heat Styling : Modern Bride Edition $200
Aug 4th, 11:00am-1:00pm
Classroom C
Get certified with Free Your Mind Education on fundamentals of styling + modern bride looks and set yourself up for success every wedding season!
$200 per person (includes Swag Bag) This class is an investment that pays for itself within one event.
You will get certified in:
- Hot Tools Mastery: Learn to select the best one for each look.
- Customized Heat Settings: Understand how heat affects the hair internally, and find the perfect settings for each hair type to protect and enhance your results.
- Product Essentials: Discover the "why" and "how" of key products to achieve polished, long-lasting styles-no matter which line you use behind the chair!
Look and Learn techniques:Understand the key elements of creating
- Long lasting “Glam Waves”
- Easy texture updo looks for every bride
- Easy polished looks for any occasion
Kimberly Loomis
Beauty Pro 101
Aug 3rd, 1:30pm-2:30pm
Classroom C
1hr class helps set any beauty pro up for success!
Find your personal brand, identify your target client, keep your books full and make a profit. Turn today’s clients into tomorrow’s profit.
- Building Your Brand: Understand your brand voice and who your ideal client is. Find your ideal clients!
- Leveling up the Client Experience: Retain clients and stay booked + get the reviews you are looking for.
- Understanding your Expenses: Better understand your numbers and pricing menu structures.
Teesha Hopper & Micheal Banner Carr
Jumping The Color Wheel a Hands On Creative Color Experience: $65
Aug 3rd, 10:30am-12:30pm
Classroom A
Are you new to Fashion colors ? Do you have years of experience and just want a refresher course? Come join us as we help you learn how to get from one side of the color wheel to the opposing side using PulpRiot Semis and High Speed toners . We will also be going over color shifting and how you can achieve beautiful colors without having to lighten or damage your clients hair if it’s already compromised. You will get to have a hands on experience so you can see in real time how to achieve the goals you are wanting .
Camie Parsons
Smart Enough to be a Stylist.
Aug 4th, 11:00am-12:00pm
Classroom A
Have you ever heard that you "just cut hair"? Stylists have a variety of roles: practical chemists, therapists, entrepreneurs, social media experts, mentors- all in one day! Smart Enough to be a Stylist is a movement to showcase just how amazing stylists are! Come learn the why behind the chemicals so you can be the smartest one in the room when it comes to your craft!
Camie Parsons is a stylist who went back to school to earn her Master's degree in Chemistry, one of the few in the world to have done that. Camie started the brand IUVENI to bring proven, science based products to help stylists give their clients the best results.
Michaela Payne
DERMAPLANE 101: $175
Aug 3rd, 3:00pm-5:00pm
Classroom C
- IN THIS CLASS YOU WILL LEARN ABOUT THE HISTORY AND BENEFITS OF DERMAPLANE, HOW TO IMPLEMENT IT INTO YOUR PRACTICE. AND MICHAELA'S UNIQUE TECHNIQUE.
- OPPORTUNITY TO RECEIVE SOME HANDS ON TRAINING WITH MICHAELA. SWAG BAG WILL BE PROVIDED FOR EACH ATTENDEE.
Rachel Hudson
Adanced Lash Extension Class: $300
Aug 4th, 9:30am-2:30pm
Classroom D
Are you ready to start your lash extension career but have no idea where to start? Rachel provides a learning experience for everyone; new artists & artists looking to improve their skills with her complete lash extension course.
What the class includes: classics, hybrids, & volume lashes, how to apply lash extensions from beginning to end, eye / lash anatomy, lash extension history, lash health, retention, adhesive, extension removal, placing a lash, lash brands & so much more!
You will also receive a certificate, lash kit & will have the opportunity to watch me perform a lash fill, do some hands on work with a mannequin, & ask any questions you may have!
Morgan Buckner
Hidden Row Extension Course. $200
August 3rd - 12:00pm -1:00pm
Classroom C
A one-day training class highlighting the innovative Hidden Row technique, which safely and flawlessly conceal a beaded foundation. Loved by guests, this technique allows for more styling flexibility and a cleaner, more refined look.
You will be able to customize the weft on the whole head based on that individual hair type.
We will be using the new Bellami “infinity weft” and stacking two different colors to show you how to combine two colors with this look as well!
This class will also include a swag bag and a raffle to win amazing prizes & Certificate of completion!
Savannah Givan
Bridal Glam Sponsored by Saint Minerals: $75
Aug 3rd, 2:30pm-3:30pm
Classroom D
In this class you will learn step by step how to tackle a full face of bridal makeup using Saint Minerals makeup.
My goal is that after taking this class you feel more confident and comfortable to do bridal makeup than you had before. Then you can begin practicing with my techniques to add this service to your menu! I want to help set you up for success on your clients special day!
Kayla (Zenagen)
The Scalp Health Trend: Transforming Solution with Zenagen:
Aug 3rd, 2:30pm-3:30pm
Aug 4th, 12:30pm-1:30pm
Classroom A
From Social Media to behind the chair, our clients are vocalizing their hair loss and scalp health concerns more than ever. They want an alternative natural approach as opposed to what has been offered in the past. For 15 years, Zenagen has been leading the Industry in blazing a new path with its botanical based solutions. Empower your clients to achieve their hair goals with confidence and zen-like calm.
Echo (Actiiv)
The Scalp Health Revolution: Addressing Multifaceted Hair Struggles with Actiiv:
August 3rd, 4:00pm-5:00pm
Aug 4th, 2:00pm-3:00pm
Classroom A
When your clients come to you with thinning, breaking, or lackluster hair, the root cause often lies beneath the surface: scalp health. However, scalp health is not a singular issue but a complex interplay of factors that influence hair vitality. This class dives deep into Actiiv’s breakthrough formulas and equips you with the knowledge to offer your clients holistic solutions for a variety of interconnected scalp challenges. Learn how to recommend tailored solutions and create personalized care routines that keep clients coming back for more.
Aimee Eldred
Do Not Fear The Beard, The Steamer Is Here! A Guide To Increasing Revenue With Add-On Steamer Services.$149
Aug 3rd, 10:30am-11:30am
Classroom C
Learn how to increase your ticket size by offering beard treatments, trims & take-home retail to your male guests. From expert grooming techniques to our NEW facial steamer, we’ll show you how to make beard care effortless and profitable
Included in your $149 Investment ($372 Value)
- Look and Learn demo and Step-by-step instruction on how to perform a beard treatment and trim.
- A Facial Steamer
- All the products necessary to complete the service in your shop
- Initial stock of beard take-home retail products.
Jessica Cockerham
The All Star Haircut: How to perform a great men's haircut every time.
Aug 4th, 2:00pm-3:00pm
Classroom B
Great haircuts do not happen by chance—they’re crafted with skill and precision. Learn the step-by-step process to consistently deliver exceptional men's haircuts, from the initial consultation to the finishing touches. Plus, introducing a shampoo service to your clients that will keep your male guests coming back for more.
Sheli Benson
Stylist in Motion
Aug 4th, 9:30am-10:30am
Classroom A
I offer an engaging and interactive program designed specifically for hairstylists to improve posture, boost energy, incorporate stretches and movements, and relieve common aches and pains. I teach practical ways to integrate small, effective movements throughout the day, alongside small tools, and techniques for supporting one another.
Karin Besser (Elleebana)
"Lamination Nation: Become an Elleebana Pro"
Aug 4th, 9:30am-10:30am
Classroom C
To demonstrate why Elleebana certification is essential for lash and brow professionals looking to stand out, increase profits, and elevate their skills.
Each Attendee Will Receive a Complementary Swag Bag(Over $100 value)
What Unit (Men’s Surgical Hair Replacement)
Bobby Harris
Aug 4th, 3:00pm-4:00pm
Classroom C
What Unit!!!!!! Men’s Surgical Replacement Class!!!! In A World Today We Are dealing With Hair Loss No Matter If It’s Alopecia, Male Pattern Baldness or Simply As The Old Folk Tale It Runs In The Family!!!! What We Are Gonna Demonstrate Is The Ability To Restore Confidence & Take Away Years Of Aging By Simply Understanding The Foundation To Doing A Men’s Hair Unit!!! (Man Weave) Because Believe It Or Not It’s More Than Just Applying Hair!!! So In This Class You Will Learn The Following!!!
Proper Tool selection
Clipper Techniques
Placement & Laying The Hair
Creating the image
Skin Prep & Product selection
Color Enhancing Techniques
Maintenance & Routine For Customers
Easy tips and tricks for Fading
CLASSIC BOHEMIAN: THE RAZOR SYSTEM
Taylor Jameson
The razor is much more than a detailing tool. While most stylists are accustomed to using the razor this way, The Razor System course teaches proficient use of the razor as a cutting tool from start to finish. $30
Aug 4th, 1:30pm-2:30pm
Classroom C
During the course, you will learn:
- The difference between cutting a straight line with scissors and a razor.
- The difference between cutting with a razor and texturing with a razor.
- How to cut any type of hair with a razor - curly, straight, wavy, long, short, thick or thin.
- How to cut hair without over - texturizing.
- The difference between a guard - less razor and a razor with a guard, and which offers the best results.
CURLTelligence™️ Decoding the Natural Curl
Stacey Prescott
Aug 3rd 4:00pm-5:00pm
Classroom B
Welcome to the CURLTelligence™ intro class—the foundational class every stylist wishes they had before touching their first curl.
This isn’t just curl theory. This is curl truth—rooted in the latest peer-reviewed science, not outdated salon myths.
In this eye-opening session, you’ll discover:
• Why the most common curl “facts” are actually holding your clients back
• The real science behind curl structure, hydration, and behavior—down to the cellular level
• What textbooks left out about lipid loss, strand structure, and long-term damage
• The must-know difference between what makes curls look good for a day… and what makes them thrive for a lifetime
If you’ve ever felt like something was missing from what you were taught—this is where the missing puzzle pieces finally lock into place.
Leave with clarity. Confidence. And a whole new lens on what curls truly need.
The Sensory Safe Solution: Creating Safe and Successful Experiences for Sensory-Sensitive Guests
The Sensory Safe Solution
Aug 3rd 4:00-4:30
Aug 3rd 5:00-5:30
Classroom D
We are committed to providing a welcoming and safe environment within the salon, barber shop, or spa for all clients, especially those with special needs and extra needs.
Our mission focuses on equipping industry professionals with the necessary systems and strategies. These tools are crucial for reducing sensory overload and anxiety, ultimately leading to a positive and successful experience for guests with autism and sensory sensitivities.
By empowering our industry with this much needed education, we aim to ensure that every visit is comfortable and enjoyable for all.
The Strategy Behind the Skill: A Real-World Guide for Every Stylist
Christina Kirkey, Hannah Jones and Alli Macdonald
Aug 3rd, 10:30am-12:30pm
$75
Whether you're just stepping behind the chair or have years of experience, the beauty industry is evolving—and so should your strategy. This class is designed to help stylists at any stage feel confident navigating career moves, salon environments, and personal branding in an authentic and profitable way.
You'll walk away with:
• A checklist of modern soft + hard skills salons actually value
• Interview prep & re-interview tips to help you stand out
• Clarity on different salon structures (booth, commission, hybrid) and how to find your best fit
• Red flag / green flag cues in salon culture to protect your peace
• Beginner-friendly branding & content strategies to boost visibility and client retention
• A quick-start intro to ChatGPT: save time, spark content, and streamline your business
Let’s take the skills you’ve worked hard to master and pair them with the strategies that make success sustainable. Come learn how to future-proof your career—on purpose, with power, and a plan.
When the Flat Irons Fail
Lawanna Gray
Aug 4th, 3:00pm-4:00pm
Classroom D
In this class, you’ll learn
- The fundamentals of **Marcel iron techniques**, from setting up the perfect temperature to achieving long-lasting curls.
- How to work with **different hair textures**, ensuring flawless results for natural, relaxed, or extended hair.
- Tips for creating customized curls, waves, and volume that can’t be achieved with traditional flat irons.
- How to control and manipulate thermal heat for smooth, shiny, and defined styles that last.
**Why Marcel irons?** They provide a unique thermal heat that ensures bounce, shine, and curl retention like no other tool. If you're serious about elevating your styling skills and offering your clients more, this class is for you!
Advanced Facial Massage Masterclass
Lisa Esquivel-Clark
$199
Aug 3rd, 12:00pm-1:00pm
Classroom B
Step into the world of expert touch and timeless techniques with our Advanced Facial Massage Masterclass—a powerful, one-hour hands-on experience designed to elevate your esthetic skills and set you apart in the industry. Guided by Lisa Esquivel-Clark, a CIDESCO Diplomat and Award-Winning International Esthetician ranked 8th in the world and 3rd in the USA at the 2024 Facial Massage Championships, this course delivers elite-level education in record time. You will learn and practice 10 transformative facial massage techniques, blending global modalities like Japanese Kobido, Indian Head Massage, and modern lifting and sculpting methods. Each technique is demonstrated and practiced under expert guidance to ensure you leave with skills that are both effective and immediately applicable. Perfect for estheticians ready to level up their results, client retention, and professional edge, this class delivers advanced training with purpose and precision.
What You’ll Learn:
-10 new advanced facial massage techniques
-Kobido-inspired lifting sequences
-Indian head massage elements for deep relaxation
-Sculpting methods to redefine facial contours
-Pressure, rhythm, and flow for maximum impact
Who Should Attend:
Licensed estheticians and beauty professionals looking to expand their
technique, refine their touch, and learn from one of the top-ranked facial
massage experts in the world.
Ready to take your hands to the next level? Let your touch tell the story
of mastery.
Head Spa Essentials
Kelly Smith, C.T.
Aug 4th 3:30-4:00
Classroom A
Join Clinical Trichologist Kelly Smith, C.T. for this focused training designed to enhance the effectiveness of your Head Spa services. In just 30 minutes, you’ll gain expert insight into one of the most important tools used during a professional Head Spa session.
This class will cover:
• The purpose and proper use of the featured tool
• How it supports scalp health and client results
• Practical tips to integrate it into your current services
Whether you’re just starting your Head Spa journey or seeking to refine your techniques, this class offers actionable knowledge you can apply immediately.
Elevate your craft—one tool at a time.
Structured Manicures: Boosting Salon Profits with Gel Services
Renee Westmoreland
Aug 4th, 3:30-4:00
classroom B
Looking to add high-ticket nail services without adding extra clients? Learn how to offer structured
gel manicures - the perfect service to perform while clients are processing hair color or sitting for
extensions. This hands-on-friendly session is designed specifically for stylists who want to increase
revenue per client with minimal disruption to their workflow.