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At its core, Bumble and bumble is about giving people the tools, the confidence, and the freedom to express themselves through hair.
Minerva Beauty joins the community of beauty pros helping the next generation of beauty entrepreneurs.

Minerva Beauty announces the brand's sponsorship of Worth Up Alliance, administered by Beauty Changes Lives to serve beauty entrepreneurs ready to take the next step in their career.
“Minerva Beauty is excited to be a sponsor of Worth Up Alliance, because this organization shares our passion to educate, support, and grow the beauty industry,” says Megan Ferlito, Director of Marketing at Minerva Beauty. “Worth Up is identifying, investing in, nurturing, and inspiring emerging entrepreneurs, and Minerva is proud to support such an impactful cause.”
The brainchild of Ted Gibson and Jason Backe, Worth Up unites a coalition of change agents, dream-makers and expert advisors committed to nurturing and empowering emerging entrepreneurs through business coaching, entrepreneurship education, mentoring, networking, and start‐up capital grants.
“Having Minerva Beauty as a sponsor of Worth Up Alliance is truly a magical mix of synergy and passion,” Gibson says. “Together we will be helping future beauty entrepreneurs fulfill their dreams.”
Minerva Beauty’s $10,000 sponsorship will help Worth Up’s mission in delivering professional and financial support to turn next‐gen beauty entrepreneurs’ dreams into a reality. Through the power of community, sponsoring Worth Up Alliance supports successful hairdressers, barbers, make‐up artists, estheticians, massage therapists and nail professionals who aspire to open a salon, formulate a product line, expand their business, make the leap from behind the chair to behind the scenes as an editorial stylist, or any other notable career advancement.
Backe notes, “The partnership of Minerva Beauty and Worth Up Alliance will not only help beauty entrepreneurs open new businesses, but it also will create jobs, strengthen local communities and support our national economy.”
Worth Up is backed by some of beauty’s most esteemed artists. If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor, donating, volunteering, or learning more about Worth Up Alliance and how you can join the mission, visit Worth Up.

At its core, Bumble and bumble is about giving people the tools, the confidence, and the freedom to express themselves through hair.

Premiere Show Group has announced IN FOCUS, the creative campaign behind the Premiere 2027 Show Tour, developed in collaboration with award-winning Ashlee Norman Hair & Team.

Next stop, Portugal! These winners will represent North America at the Wella Destination Event in the Global TrendVision Awards.

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The show reported 30% attendance growth. It felt that way. This event for the southwest professional beauty community had heart, spice, and something for everyone.

Wella artists presented the Monochromatic trend movement, introduced new Pure Perfection color and Sebastian styling innovations, while the Wella team created interactive fun throughout Wella Studio in Los Angeles.

Dominique LyVar, an influential educator and artist, is remembered by those who loved him for his significant impact on the industry and contributions to the community.

Known for his buttery blondes and a technique for highlighting hair with more precision that he called chunking, Brad Johns died on August 27. His friend and fellow colorist, David Stanko, shares thoughts on his talented colleague and close friend.

As technology evolves at an accelerated rate, you want to make sure you have the best in your business toolkit to help you grow sales, motivate your team, communicate with your current and future clientele, and streamline your managerial tasks. The 2026 SALON TODAY Technology Solutions Guide is designed to help you navigate today's growing landscape of salon and spa technology. In this guide, you'll find a curated look at more than 50 of the latest software platforms, digital solutions, and innovative features to help you compare options and identify the best fit for your business.