Salon Owners React To Ted Gibson Salon Closing
When Ted Gibson and Jason Backe announced they were closing the Ted Gibson Salon in NYC at the end of December '16, it sent shock waves through the professional community. Here's the industry's response.
Great Clips Announces Executive Leadership Transition
Great Clips, Inc. has announced an executive transition plan with current CEO Rhoda Olsen moving to the Great Clips Board of Directors effective Jan. 1, 2018.
The Absolute Most Inspiring Way to End a Business Conference
At Serious Business 2017 in New Orleans, Mindvalley's Vishen Lakhiani demonstrates the power of his message by getting 1,400 people on their feet, singing Queen's Bohemian Rhapsody. Experience the moment, or relive it, with Salon Today's video.
by Stacey Soble
The Salon Today 200 Celebrates Its 20th Anniversary at Serious Business
At a special recognition party following Serious Business in New Orleans, the Salon Today 200 celebrates its 20th anniversary, honors salons who've been named to the competition 10 years or more and recognizes the 2017 honorees.
by Stacey Soble
Farouk Systems, Inc. Achieves Important International Certification
Farouk Systems, Inc. was awarded certification to the European Federation for Cosmetic Ingredients’ Good Manufacturing Practice Standard.
The January 2017 Issue of Beauty Industry Report
The newest issue of Beauty Industry Report.
Serious Business Challenges Attendees with Question, "Will You?"
Serious Business 2017 challenges attendees to consider what will they do to be who they want to be, and an inspiring roster of speakers help them begin that transformative journey.
by Stacey Soble
There's Only "Big Name" Education at ISSE Long Beach
The amount of education that is offered at the International Salon and Spa Expo (ISSE) is better than ever this year. Along with professional education classes in hair, nails, skin and business, there will be a number of stage presentations featuring the biggest names in beauty.
Sponsored by The Professional Beauty Association
Sport Clips Ranked #9 in Entrepreneur's "Franchise 500"
In addition to celebrating its ranking in the top 10 in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500, Sport Clips is the highest ranked hair care company on this year's list.
by Stacey Soble
Hair Cuttery Gives Hair Cuts to the Homeless With Its 18th Year of the Share-A-Haircut Program
For every hair cut purchased on February 6–7, a free hair cut certificate will be donated back to a homeless adult or child in the community of one of Hair Cuttery’s nearly 900 salons.
Introducing...Great Clips' New Design Team Masters!
Great Clips professional stylists work every day to deliver top-quality haircuts that are on-trend and on-point. In 2017 they will give you a glimpse into the talent working at Great Clips Salons with their new Design Team.
Sponsored by Great Clips
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
Why Should You Work at Great Clips?
What makes Great Clips a GREAT place to work at? Here are soundbites from two current Great Clips stylists where they discuss how they benefit from the ongoing education Great Clips provides for them.
Sponsored by Great Clips
Salon Today 200: 20 Years of Shining a Spotlight on Salon Success
A detailed look at the picture that the statistics from the 2017 Salon Today 200 paint on the state of the salon industry.
by Stacey Soble
BREAKING NEWS: Ted Gibson Salon, NYC, Closing After 13 Years
The Ted Gibson Salon on 5th Avenue in NYC has officially closed as of today. MODERN caught up with owners Ted Gibson and Jason Backe to get the details on why, chat about the current state of the salon industry and to learn where the 2 are headed.
Illinois Passes Law Requiring All Licensed Beauty Professionals to Get Domestic Violence Training
Beginning Jan. 1, 2017, Illinois is requiring all licensed salon professionals within the state of Illinois to be trained on how to handle situations of domestic violence when speaking with clients.
The Triumphs and Pitfalls of Design According to a Salon Architect
DMAC Architecture in Chicago is the creative force behind the salon design of Anthony Cristiano and Mario Tricoci’s flagship location in Chicago. Both spaces are clean, calm and modern, but have a unique identity that reflects their brands. That, according to DMAC Architecture Principal Dwayne MacEwen, is the key to a successful salon design.