The beauty industry asks a lot of professionals—physically, emotionally, creatively, and financially. Long hours servicing clients, emotional labor, economic pressures, and the constant demand to perform can leave beauty professionals feeling overwhelmed and burned out. 

But what if the right work environment could help change that? 

Join MODERN SALON for a candid conversation with Ali Yanez, Senior Vice President of LifeSpa at Life Time, about what it takes to build a sustainable and fulfilling career in today’s beauty industry. From leadership and salon culture to boundaries, wellness, mentorship, and work-life balance, Ali will share insights from her experience leading more than 150 locations and supporting thousands of beauty and wellness professionals. 

With more than 20 years in the industry, Ali understands that beauty professionals do far more than provide services—they create connections, support clients emotionally, and give tremendous energy to others every day, often while neglecting their own well-being. In this session, she’ll discuss how salon environments can either contribute to burnout or become powerful spaces for growth, support, and longevity. 

Whether you’re navigating stress, rethinking your work environment, or looking for ways to protect your passion and energy for the long haul, this conversation will offer inspiration, perspective, and practical takeaways for building a healthier, more sustainable future in the beauty industry.