Sola Salons Honors Nine Entrepreneurs Shaping the Future of Beauty and Wellness
The 2026 Faces of Sola Visionaries encompass industry leaders driving innovation and meaningful change on their own terms.
MENU
SEARCHMENUSEARCHThe 2026 Faces of Sola Visionaries encompass industry leaders driving innovation and meaningful change on their own terms.
Salon suite consultant Karen Kaminski explains why cheap salon suite rent can destabilize the salon suite business model and why value-based pricing may be a smarter strategy.
Are you noticing salon suites popping up everywhere? You’re not imagining it. Salon suites are exploding across the United States, reshaping how beauty professionals build their businesses and how clients experience services.
Hairstylist and salon suite owner Hollianne Davidson of Revolution Hair shares how she turned a “safe" design into a style that is a true reflection of herself.
In 2010, Jason Olsen, founder and CEO of IMAGE Studios, launched his salon suite business model. MODERN SALON chatted with Olsen to get his take on the status of suites today.
There’s a collective craving to return to what made this industry special in the first place: collaboration.
Your salon suite is more than just a workspace—it's a reflection of your brand and your clients' expectations. Discover expert design tips and inspiring examples from top salon professionals to craft a space that blends style, function, and creativity. From must-have furnishings to clever DIY elements, learn how to create a salon suite that leaves a lasting impression.
What I realized early on was, beauty professionals were less inclined to undertake the complexities of a traditional salon business. Instead, they were seeking alternatives to enhance their work environment, increase their earnings, be more creative and seek a better work life balance.
MY SALON Suite nears the 300th location milestone, announcing plans for continued development and initiatives designed to further enhance business practices.
As a token of gratitude for reaching a milestone of its dedicated community of 20,000 beauty professionals, Sola Salons is awarding $20,000 to Sola beauty professionals to pursue their entrepreneurial Endeavors.
MODERN was invited to join in on three days of fun and education at Sola Sessions in Austin, TX, which also featured the first-ever Sola Pro Awards.
Many beauty pros are self sufficient, independent personality types and not really wanting a job or a boss. However, without the necessary business skills, time management know-how and a marketing plan many ‘jump out on their own’ and then fall pretty hard.
It's your home away from home, make it your own. As an independent beauty pro, you are responsible for designing your own space. We asked two suite groups and a salon furniture and equipment supplier to share their best suggestions for designing an independent pro suite that will make your work a pleasure.
My Salon Suite invited aspiring beauty professionals to apply for once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to "Unlock Your Dream Suite" and Shaela Thomas, owner of Soulful Intentions Esthetics has been announced as this year's winner of the contest.
Learn from those who just recently went independent, as well as those who have been doing it for years, what it’s REALLY like to take the leap to becoming an independent salon professional.
The salon suite franchise continues impressive growth into the new year.
At an in-person event in Hollywood, MODERN SALON will be hosting a full day of business presentations from industry leaders who are showing up to help independent stylists get a jump on the new year. Content will range from social media, to pricing strategies, to creating systems for success. Connect with other independents, get smart advice from the very best and get your business in fighting shape!