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Director of Brand Content Strategy
Stacey Soble has been involved in the conversation of salon business for more than two decades—as a reporter, a consultant and as the editor in chief of SALON TODAY. She has been responsible for growing the brand's celebrated recognition programs, SALON TODAY 200 and SALONS OF THE YEAR, and has launched two new competitions in recent years--STAMP (SALON TODAY's Annual Marketing Program) and the SALON TODAY Total Makeover Competition. She is a frequent speaker on the topic of salon business at industry events.
Since the pandemic, the sales of beard products have exploded, as men relaxed their grooming habits and grew out their facial hair. Are you taking advantage of this booming trend to offer more beard services and products to your guests?
Blending modern technology with vintage barbershop and salon artwork, a husband and wife build a business that caters to both men and women. Take the virtual tour.
Your styling or grooming chair sets the stage for the client experience and is a critical component of your establishment's design aesthetic. SALON TODAY recently tapped the industry's leading furniture manufacturers and invited them to showcase their best new pieces. Use this handy chair guide for your next renovation or buildout.
With a nod to family and community history and the traditional Japanese technique of Yakisugi, Garrison Neill creates Parker Barber in New Orleans.
Properly putting on and removing a client's cape may seem inherent, but there are some specific techniques that elevate the service for both the barber and the client. Master Barber Frank Gambuzza demonstrates.
In an exclusive video interview, Intercoiffure President Sheila Zaricor-Wilson reflects on the challenges of her first term and her goals for her second, as she prepares for the association's Spring Gathering.
Jaxson Maximus is a combination of a custom clothing establishment and high-end barbershop, offering Miami's men a unique experience--from the Bro Mask in the Zen Room to the Formula 1 racecar hanging in the reception area. Take the tour.
Training employees in strong customer service skills can be a never-ending challenge, until now. A new AI tool trains and grades employees on scripts, that you can customize to your preference.
Got a handsome new look for your barbershop? Enter it in the 2022 SALONS OF THE YEAR interior design contest and sweep the new Best Barbershop category.
High-end, unique finishes that are locally sourced create a rich grooming retreat for men retreat in Seattle, as well as several interesting design stories to share with patrons.
In addition to creating more digital services and leaning heavier on retail, Kimble designed a list of services that could get her hesitant clients in and out of the salon quicker. Listen in to this captivating conversation.
The essay portion of the SALON TODAY 200 application tends to give applicants the most anxiety. But your thought process may be making it more stressful than it needs to be. Find out what the judges are looking for, and how you can write a stronger essay.
Three years ago best friends and fellow hairdressers bought some equipment, converted a spare room into a studio and launched their "Your Day Off" podcast, exploring the inspiring stories within the beauty industry. SALON TODAY catches up with them and poses five questions.
Tickets for this year's Data-Driven Salon Summit, which will be co-located at America's Beauty Show in Chicago September 12-13, are live. Get your first look at our lineup of speakers, as well as some special perks this year. Early bird pricing ends July 19, so book today!
How is your personal beauty business recovering from the pandemic? And, what challenges are you facing? Listen in on our complimentary webinar that reveals the results of the 2021 State of the Industry Research Study and learn how to grow from here.
In an effort to support the future of the professional beauty industry, Rosy Salon Software launched its Rosy Rewards Scholarship program in 2016, Here, the software company announces the first winners for 2021 and the next deadline for application.
With a bank of barber chairs and custom stations and a diverse retail array including Barbour outerwear, Steele Barber + Spa in Seattle is a haven for male clientele. Tour this cool 2021 Salons of the Year honoree.
