In The Know
Emiliani/SalonCentric to Host 2013 Emiliani Beauty Expo
Emiliani Enterprises, a SalonCentric company, will present its 2013 Emiliani Beauty Expo October 19-21 at the New Jersey Convention and Expo Center in Edison, New Jersey. The event attracts professionals and students from the salon and fashion industries.
Macadamia Presents New Senior Leadership Team
Macadamia Natural Oil has appointed four additional members to its executive senior leadership team. Team members will provide support and guidance to Macadamia Natural Oil and strengthen the brand through their leadership expertise.
Raylon Celebrates 60 Years with Beauty Palooza
Raylon is celebrating 60 years as a full service distributor by hosting Beauty Palooza, a three-day expo of art, fashion and inspiration.
Lou Peel of Peel's Salon Services Dies
Esther “Lou” Peel died July 15, 2013 in Hutchinson, Kansas at age 87.
SalonBooker Expands Team and Software Features
SalonBooker, a cloud-based salon management software system for salon s of all sizes, has launched a new website and expanded its management team with the appointment of Tanisha Foster as senior salon product marketing manager.
Allyson King’s vision for Dessange International
Allyson Hurley King was recently named CEO of Dessange International, the parent company that includes Dessange Paris, Fantastic Sams and Camille Albane salons.
Using Crowdsourcing for Graphic Design
Salon owners are leveraging budget-friendly crowdsourcing sites to transform their visions into graphic logos.
by Stacey Soble
Arianna Huffington's Reflections on Business
At PBA's Business Symposium, keynote speaker Arianna Huffington pinpointed some key trends in business and shared the leadership lessons she's learned.
by Stacey Soble
Tips for Upgrading Your Loyal Skincare Clients
Showing your appreciation to your loyal customers will keep them coming back time and time again. Here are some examples.
Second Hand Scissor Project Launched
Michael Baker introduces the Second Hand Scissor Project
New Face of Sexy Hair Is Global Icon, Marilyn Monroe
With a clever invitation ("Sexy Hair will reveal its partnership with the sexiest woman of all time") guests at the Sexy Hair press conference during CosmoProf North America in Las Vegas learned that Marilyn Monroe will be the face of Sexy Hair's upcoming advertising campaign.
by Anne Moratto
The Winners Have Been Announced at the 2013 Wella Trend Vision!
MODERN SALON Editors are currently reporting LIVE from the Wella Professionals 2013 North American Trend Vision Awards in Las Vegas! Check to see who the winners are in the United States and Canadian categories!
WATCH NAHA Winners React to Their Win
Holding their trophies, obviously delighted, some stunned, all moved, the winners of the North American Hairstyling Awards announced live in Las Vegas on July 14 share their thoughts moments after winning in these super-short videos.
by Anne Moratto
Dermalogica Brings On District Manager for the Sun-Belt States
Brenda Opatz, a licensed skin therapist, sales trainer and educator, has recently joined the Dermalogica team as District Manager for the Southwest / Mountain sales territory,
by Anne Moratto
BREAKING NEWS: Congratulations to 2013 NAHA Winners!
It’s the most prestigious event in beauty, recognizing the incredible talents of salon professionals all over the continent. Tonight MODERN SALON Media, a proud founding sponsor of NAHA, brings to you the list of winners presented at the North American Hairstyling Awards in Las Vegas (during the Cosmoprof North America Conference).
City of Hope at Cosmoprof 2013 a Success
Last night MODERN SALON Editors attended the 2013 City of Hope Gala at the Mandalay Bay Hotel during Cosmoprof North America in Las Vegas. The evening opened with a cocktail reception, and then proceeded to dinner with motivational speeches by diabetes survivors to industry leaders.
ISPA reports Spa Parties on the Rise
For many ISPA members, the group is a prime target and they are developing special spa party packages and offerings to accommodate these special occasions.
by Stacey Soble