One-Day Personal and Professional Development Education Event for Beauty Professionals Set for October 25, 2026, at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue.
Anne Moratto・Director of Brand Content Strategy, MODERN SALON and NAILS
Receiving recognition as a MODERN SALON 100 is reason for celebration.
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The MODERN SALON Boot Camp is scheduled to take place in Philadelphia.
This event is designed as a one-day business education session for beauty professionals.
It will be held on October 25, 2026, at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue.
*Summarized by AI
MODERN SALON is bringing its signature Boot Camp event on October 25 to Philadelphia, PA, designed to help hairstylists and beauty professionals grow their business, increase revenue, and build sustainable, fulfilling careers. This one-day immersive experience blends practical business strategies with personal development, giving attendees actionable tools they can implement immediately behind the chair and beyond.
The MODERN SALON 100 Honoree program is in its 11th year of spotlighting beauty professionals.
Philadelphia will also be the celebration of the MODERN SALON 100, a group of honorees selected by the MODERN SALON team, and recognized for their artistry, their attitude, and their contributions to the industry. This is not a competition, it's a celebration. These 100 artists are hairstylists, nail technicians, barbers, established beauty pros, and up-and-comers. Every year, that list of 100 is shared online, on social, inside an issue of MODERN SALON and we love hosting a special party for these talented pros and their people.
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MODERN SALON Boot Camp Philadelphia and the MODERN SALON 100 Celebration will take place October 25, 2026, at the Hilton Philadelphia City Avenue.
Why Attend MODERN SALON Boot Camp?
Today's beauty professionals need more than technical skills to succeed. From pricing services and managing clients to building a personal brand and navigating social media, running a thriving beauty business requires a well-rounded approach. MODERN SALON Boot Camp Philadelphia is built to deliver real education for real careers.
This event is designed for hairstylists, suite renters, salon owners, and independent beauty pros who want to:
Future-proof their business with new services and industry insights
Build a strong personal brand that attracts ideal clients
Take control of social media instead of feeling controlled by it
Attendees connect with each other at MODERN SALON Boot Camp, sharing information, strategies, and support.
More Than Education—It's Community
One of the most powerful parts of MODERN SALON Boot Camp is the opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals. Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned stylist, you'll leave with:
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New industry connections
Fresh motivation and inspiration
Practical strategies you can implement immediately
A stronger sense of direction for your career
Who Should Attend?
Sharing social handles so everyone can follow each other. MODERN SALON Boot Camp, Dallas, TX.
This event is ideal for:
Hairstylists and colorists, nail techs and barbers, estheticians and tattoo artists—in short, any beauty pro!
Salon suite renters and independent pros, and commission artists who know that they need to take responsibility for their own growth
For Boot Camp Philadelphia, attendees will learn that visibility gets you discovered, human connection gets you chosen again, boundaries protect the relationship, and intentional communication helps make a career sustainable.
What You'll Learn: A Full Day of Beauty Business Education
9:30 AM – 5:30 PM (EDT) — Registration Open | Badge Pick-Up
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM (EDT) — Coffee & Connections
10:00 AM – 10:15 AM (EDT) — Welcome to BOOT CAMP!
10:15 AM – 10:45 AM (EDT) — Built Different: The Human Element Behind Real Growth
10:45 AM – 11:15 AM (EDT) — Session Info Coming Soon!
11:15 AM – 11:30 AM (EDT) — Stretch Break & Vendor Visits
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM (EDT) — How to Rapidly Grow Clientele Without Social Media in 2027
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM (EDT) — The Career Move That Changed Everything
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM (EDT) — Lunch Sponsored by My Salon Suite
1:30 PM – 2:00 PM (EDT) — The Visibility Formula
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM (EDT) — Boundaries Are Good for Business
2:30 PM – 2:45 PM (EDT) — Stretch Break
2:45 PM – 3:15 PM (EDT) — The Hidden Communication Patterns Behind Sustainable Success
3:15 PM – 3:45 PM (EDT) — Built to Last: Future Proofing Your Beauty Career
3:45 PM – 4:00 PM (EDT) — Closing Remarks
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (EDT) — MODERN SALON 100 Glam & Gather Happy Hour
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (EDT) — MODERN SALON 100 Honoree Celebration!
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If you're ready to grow your beauty business, strengthen your skills, and connect with a supportive community, MODERN SALON Boot Camp Philadelphia is for you.
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