Framar Arrives at Cosmoprof and Armstrong McCall
Framar products can now be found in all CosmoProf and Armstrong McCall stores nationwide.
by Anne Moratto
Anne Moratto
Director of Brand Content Strategy, MODERN SALON and NAILS
Anne Moratto’s well-rounded beauty career includes years in beauty public relations, beauty marketing, beauty manufacturing, and now, with MODERN SALON, in beauty publishing. The through-line has been an intense interest in all things beauty and a sincere appreciation for the skilled artists and entrepreneurs who make the industry so vital, compelling and creative.
Anne has been honored to be a judge of the North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA), and the Wella TrendVision Awards. She has launched and hosted the MODERN SALON Independent Boot Camp and the brand-first Indie Pro Awards. As a subject matter expert, Anne has been tapped for her industry expertise by many media outlets. She has been a guest on a Global Wellness Summit webinar discussing the beauty industry and the COVID pandemic, on a virtual conference for the Professional Beauty Association (PBA) and their Executive Summit, and has had the pleasure of sharing the stage with many beauty industry luminaries. She has interviewed beauty legends, billionaire beauty business changemakers, and countless beauty makers and she is grateful there are still so many stories to tell. Anne, a native of Wisconsin, lives with her family in Los Angeles, CA.
Wella-Unicef Offer Beauty Mentoring and Education in Vietnam
The Wella-Unicef Making Waves Program, as well as Wella’s Hairdressers at Heart Initiative, is continually striving to give the gift of education and mentorship to those in need across the globe.
by Anne Moratto
Keune Promotes Two Senior Executives
Andrew Biazis, president of Keune Haircosmetics North America, recently announced the promotions of two senior executives—Jennifer Hammond and Jessica Mills—at the company’s North American headquarters in Atlanta.
by Anne Moratto
ICMAD Partners with Hubba Discovery Network
Hubba’s discovery network now available to ICMAD members providing exposure to retail buyers.
by Anne Moratto
Vivienne Mackinder Joins Joico as Guest Artistic Director
Artist, educator and innovator, Vivienne Mackinder is joining Joico as their Guest Artistic Director.
by Anne Moratto
Memo Exclusive: An Interview with Farouk Shami of Farouk Systems
Farouk Systems, Inc., recently announced a joint venture with LG Household and Health Care, Ltd., a South Korean multinational company.
by Anne Moratto
Sexy Hair Celebrates at The Red Party
The Sexy Hair Tribe celebrated a successful 2016 and five years of charitable giving to Look Good, Feel Better.
by Anne Moratto
Ratner Companies Announces New President and COO Phil Horvath
Ratner Companies, one of the largest family owned and operated chain of hair salons in the country, today announced the appointment of Phil Horvath as president and COO, effective immediately.
by Anne Moratto
Cosmoprof North America Launching "Discover Pro Beauty"
Cosmoprof North America (CPNA) has announced it will launch DISCOVER PRO BEAUTY, a new special area dedicated to innovative start-ups in the professional beauty space.
by Anne Moratto
Marco Pelusi Profiled in New Book on Personal Success, Emphasizes Importance of Hair on Confidence
Colorist and salon owner Marco Pelusi was tapped for a new book on unlocking personal potential.
by Anne Moratto
Marco Pelusi Profiled in New Book on Personal Success, Emphasizes Importance of Hair on Confidence
Colorist and salon owner Marco Pelusi was tapped for a new book on unlocking personal potential.
by Anne Moratto
Christine Gordon, a Student Advocate and Former President of AACS, Passes Away
Christine Gordon, former president of the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS) and a staunch advocate for the needs of cosmetology and aesthetics students, passed away on Dec. 1, 2016.
by Anne Moratto
Doug Cox to Receive Art of Business Award
Howard Hafetz of Art of Business recently announced that Douglas A. Cox has been the chosen honoree for this year’s Art of Business Award.
by Anne Moratto
Farouk Systems Forms New Venture with South Korean Corporation
Farouk Systems, Inc., announces a joint venture with LG Household and Health Care, Ltd.
by Anne Moratto
Pravana Team Gives Back and Shows Up to Support AIDS Project LA
On Thursday, Nov. 17, Pravana team members volunteered to support the pre-Thanksgiving efforts of AIDS Project LA (APLA).
by Anne Moratto
Memo Exclusive: An Interview with Great Clips CEO Rhoda Olsen
The CEO of Great Clips, Rhoda Olsen, provides background on the brand’s beginnings and why the franchise model has worked so well in the salon industry.
by Anne Moratto
Henkel Brings All Brands Together in New LA Headquarters
Henkel Beauty Care Hair Professional North America (“Henkel”) announced it will open a new facility in the Los Angeles area.
by Anne Moratto