
MODERN Recap: The Education and Connection of Redken Symposium 2026
The 51st Redken Symposium returned to Las Vegas in June 2026, bringing specialized education and community to hair professionals who want to "Learn Better, Earn Better, Live Best."
With the desire of helping salon professionals tap into social media marketing to build their businesses, Premiere Orlando 2017 is adding a host of social media classes to its business lineup.

The use of social media in the professional beauty industry is spiking and Premiere Orlando is dedicated to offering the education beauty professionals need to succeed.
Introducing an expansion to their business education program focused on Social Media Marketing, Premiere aims to help salon owners and professionals stay relevant and continue to drive profits. Differentiate your business and grow into the technical age with Social Media Marketing education at Premiere Orlando. Join business gurus and learn all things social! From hiring and working with influencers to becoming insta-famous, these classes will take professionals and their businesses to a new level!
In addition to this brand new segment of education, Premiere Orlando offers the largest exhibit floor in the industry, reaching over seven acres featuring over 800 exhibitors including attendee favorites such as Matrix, Redken, Conair, Aquage, Farouk, Moroccanoil, American Crew, CND, Young Nails, Repechage and Satin Smooth just to name a few.
Featured Social Media Marketing Education:
SalonCentric Education
Schedule: Sunday, June 4, 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. and Monday 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Wanna be instafamous? Join Daniel Mason Jones for a class that will be exactly what is needed to launch, build and monetize your Instagram to convert followers to dollars in your chair.
Charlie Price
Schedule: Monday, June 5, 11:00 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Join popular educator and award winning platform artist Charlie Price as he talks you through the process of carving out a unique spot for yourself in this ever-changing electronic landscape. Learn how often to post, what to post as well as what not to post, which platforms to choose, how to stand out in a good way and build your brand.
Dave Diggs Barber Academy
Schedule: Saturday, June 3, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Do you have a full grasp on what “social media” is and how it is changing our industry? Do you know what it is to develop a social media strategy and execute it? Learn why you NEED social media and why you can’t afford to ignore it with Dave Diggs on Saturday morning.
InSPAration Management
Schedule: Sunday, June 4, 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Join Dori Soukup and discover secrets to differentiate your business and crush the competition with video marketing. In this session, you will learn how to create a great YouTube channel, shoot effective videos, market your videos and increase traffic to your website.
Premiere Orlando will be hosted at the Orlando/Orange County Convention Center, Saturday, June 3 through Monday, June 5; with education being offered all three days and the exhibit floor open Sunday and Monday. For more information about the fantastic educational line up or to purchase show passes, visit www.premiereorlandoshow.biz. Attendees are also encouraged to follow the show on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter for updates. If you would like more information about this topic, please contact Jill Kreppein at 800-335-7469 or email Jill@premiereshows.com.

The 51st Redken Symposium returned to Las Vegas in June 2026, bringing specialized education and community to hair professionals who want to "Learn Better, Earn Better, Live Best."

This growing, must-attend industry event honors leaders across hair, nails and wellness while creating opportunities for the next generation.

Premiere Orlando 2026 welcomed more than 54,500 visits from beauty professionals and students.

The night honored the artists and collections shaping the future of professional beauty during PBA NAHA 2026.

Attendees called the 103rd edition of ABS “the Coachella of the Beauty Industry” as 20,000+ Beauty Professionals gathered for education, connection, and inspiration.

Jalia Pettis and 3Jay Productions introduce The Style Exhibition, a refined and forward-thinking educational experience designed for beauty professionals ready to move beyond fundamentals and into mastery, taking place in Phoenix, AZ on May 3, 2026.

AVEDA will return to America’s Beauty Show 2026, taking place April 18–20, 2026, at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. AVEDA’s on-site experience will include a dedicated AVEDA Education Theater focused on technical skill building, artistry, and business education.

Wella Professionals and hairstylist Anthony Turner partnered with Victoria Beckham for her SS26 Paris Fashion Week show. See how they achieved this sleek runway pony.

Monaè Everett partnered with Mielle Organics to lead the hair direction for House of Aama’s Spring/Summer 2026 presentation. See how she achieved these stunning looks!

The official Press Conference and Show Launch of America's Beauty Show 2026 takes place Monday, October 6, 2025, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM CST at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center, Rosemont, IL. Get details here!

Hairstylists, salon owners, and beauty professionals from around the world came together in Las Vegas for Paul Mitchell’s Desert Bloom event. See the energy, style, and standout moments in this exclusive photo gallery from MODERN SALON.

MODERN SALON was invited to Chicago to attend Ulta Beauty’s annual Celebrate U event, a gathering of Ulta’s highest earning service providers and the people who support them within the industry.
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Ulta Beauty showed up to Premiere Orlando 2025 in a big way -- supporting attending service providers with top-tier education, as well as celebrating the artistic talents of their own network of stylists at this year’s NAHA.

We attended Ulta Beauty's Phoenix session of Design Team on Tour to see Justin Toves-Vincilione (@ahappyjustin) in educational action!

Calling all stylists and hair artists! milk_shake is offering an unforgettable opportunity to join the brand in the ultimate hair destination: Ibiza. Find out how to get a chance to attend Hairtopia 2025 -- all expenses paid!

Wella hosted a three-day gathering in Malta and MODERN was onsite. Here is a visual and verbal snapshot of Wella’s ongoing commitment to the professional beauty industry through some personalities, perspectives, and quick takes.