Vagaro’s New AI Features and Communication Tool Pave the Way for a More Efficient, Profitable Business
Vagaro has consistently been at the forefront of salon software technology, helping businesses be more efficient, create more effective communication, and even improve company culture. Now, Connect by Vagaro, the platform’s two-way communication capability, and Vagaro’s new generative AI tools are giving owners new opportunities to grow and expand.
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Why You Should Use Lease Consultation Services
The lease agreement is a long-term commitment that often favors the landlord, creating potential pitfalls for the tenant. Engaging a professional lease consultant can be a game-changer in this process.
Maximizing Salon Profitability: Strategic Approaches to Business Management, Financial Planning and Expansion
From operations to finances and growth strategies to culture, a comprehensive list of strategies to maximize your salon profitability.
Wella Company Names U.S. General Manager
Nathalie De Gouveia has been appointed to lead Wella Company’s largest market.
Beauty Industry Winning on Water Conservation
August is National Water Quality Month, and statistics on water savings show the professional beauty industry is building toward change.
Episode 2: Managing Your Beauty Business Smarter with AI
In the second conversation in the Innergize Leadership Huddle series, Zenoti CEO Sudheer Koneru discusses how different roles in the salon—owners, managers, CFOs and the front desk—are using AI to better manage their businesses and coach employees. Then he reveals big plans for a Shark Tank-style competition at Zenoti’s Innergize conference.
Sponsored by Zenoti
Episode 1: Illuminating Industry Insights Based on Data
In the first of a four-part series of elevated conversations with SALON TODAY, Zenoti CEO Sudheer Koneru shares some illuminating growth insights from the company’s 2024 Beauty and Wellness Benchmark Report, previews the company’s Innergize event and envisions how salons will tap into AI to better manage their businesses.
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Non-Solicitation Vs. Non-Compete Agreements in the Salon Industry: Protecting Your Salon's Interests
As legislation about non-compete agreements heats up and a possible ban looms, InfinitiHR's Eva Dupont looks at the difference between non-compete agreements and non-solicitation agreements and how to protect your business.
5 Steps To Transition From Beauty Professional To Successful Salon Owner
Salon Suite expert and consultant Karen Kaminski shares her experience and understanding of the Salon Suite market.
Fresha Helps Shawanda Grow Her Salon Sew Brooklyn in New York
Fresha sat down with Shawanda, owner of Sew Brooklyn, to find out more about why she opened her salon and how she’s been using Fresha to grow her business into what it is.
Cosmetology Schools Win with SBCo Sustainability Support
The newly launched Sustain Beauty Co School Program provides educational, technological and marketing support to schools seeking to future-proof admissions and conserve costs and resources.
Top Shelf: The Fall of the Hair Salon
Grow's Antony Whitaker reviews Mario Verrilli's book which is a self-described step-by-step guide to the future of the beauty salon industry.
by Stacey Soble
Florida Salon Comes Out on Top in the 'Ditch the Laundry Challenge'
In a challenge to see how much water they could save, ten salons lock up their traditional towels and adopt Scrummi disposable towels for one week. The result? They saved 2,500 gallons of water. See who won the challenge.
5 Things to Consider Before Launching a Beauty Business
When a service provider ventures into salon or spa ownership, it's an exciting time, but also a big development step. Coach and Salon Owner Amy Carter walks you through things you should consider before ownership.
4 Keys to Keeping Pace in a Competitive Landscape
Competition for clients, talent, resources and mindshare is tougher for salons than it's ever been. Boulevard's Jozlyn Miller offers four pillars of modern salon success and how to plan for each.
A Transmasculine Perspective on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging
After sharing his personal journey of gender transition at Phorest's Salon Owner Summit, Alex Bélisle-Springer talks to SALON TODAY about how embracing diversity, equity and inclusion can instill a sense of belonging with both clients and staff members, specific actions owners can take that will spark both personal and professional growth, and why he felt the Summit was the right time and place for his message.
by Stacey Soble
Earth Month: Learn How to Make Your Suite More Eco-Friendly
Celebrate Earth Month and join the global movement towards sustainability by making your beauty and wellness business more eco-friendly.