HJ EVENT
BUSINESS LIVE
EXPERT INSIGHT, PRACTICAL ADVICE AND FRESH IDEAS FOR BUILDING A STRONGER, MORE SUCCESSFUL HAIR BUSINESS AT SALON INTERNATIONAL’S BUSINESS LIVE STAGE
Business Live brings together leading voices from across the industry for two days of honest conversations, expert advice and practical ideas. From profitability and team culture to AI, colour, retail and career development, discover the insights to help you navigate the opportunities and challenges ahead.
SUNDAY 4 OCTOBER
11.00
WHY MOST SALONS ARE LEAVING MONEY ON THE TABLE
Discover how small changes to pricing, consultations and service structures can improve profitability.
Grace Patel, Melanie Beech, Carolyn Sweeney, Ian Egerton, Andrea Dorata
12.00
BUILD A SALON BRAND PEOPLE WANT TO WORK FOR
Explore how workplace culture, training and career progression can help reduce staff turnover.
Santiago Figueroa, Benjamin Shipman, Tilly Capel, Billy Ryan, Andrew Jose
13.00
CURIOUS OR CAUTIOUS? UNDERSTANDING AI IN THE SALON
Discover how artificial intelligence is supporting salons, where it adds value and what to consider before adopting it.
Ian Egerton, Fergal Doyle, Noel Halligan
14.00
THE FUTURE OF PROFESSIONAL COLOUR – ARE CLIENT HABITS CHANGING?
Explore how changing client behaviour is shaping professional colour services and how to adapt.
Cheryl Bowes, Steven Smart, Charlotte O’Flanagan, Chloe Nolan-Smith
15.00
HAIR LOSS AND SCALP HEALTH – THE SALON’S ROLE IN SUPPORTING CLIENTS
Understand how salon professionals can recognise concerns, support consultations and know when to refer clients.
Lisa Caddy, Dr. Amy Vowler, Anneliese Hesse, Jerome Wilson
16.00
WHY AM I NOT MAKING MONEY FROM RETAIL?
Identify common barriers to retail success and discover practical ways to improve sales performance.
Sonny Playforth, Michael Van Clarke, Daniel Rice, Sophie Gibson, Marc Trinder
MONDAY 5 OCTOBER
11.00
HJ’S BUSINESS BOARDROOM IN PARTNERSHIP WITH L’ORÉAL PROFESSIONNEL
Sean Hanna presents an exclusive discussion on the key issues shaping the future of the hairdressing industry.
12.00
WHERE CAN A HAIRDRESSING CAREER TAKE YOU?
A panel for emerging hairdressers exploring the opportunities, pathways and possibilities available within the industry.
Amelia Evans, Maria Evangelou, Martyn Wady, Pete Burkill, Andrew Barton, Naomi Brooks
13.00
WHAT YOUNG HAIRDRESSERS REALLY THINK ABOUT THE INDUSTRY
Hear honest perspectives on workplace expectations, culture and the future direction of the industry.
Bailey Snowdon, Jude Taylor, Ella Fisher, Lewis Dunn
14:00
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT OPENING YOUR OWN SALON
Practical guidance covering planning, investment, location and the key risks and rewards of salon ownership.
Samuel Palmer, Emma Marcey, Emma Jarvis, Lorenzo Colangelo
15.00
MASTERING COLOUR SERVICES
Explore emerging trends, education, product innovation and service delivery models shaping the future of colour.
Sacha Jayne-Fleming, Ceri Cushen, Jo Lomax, Heffy Wheeler
16.00
IS SELF-EMPLOYMENT AND CHAIR RENTAL RIGHT FOR YOU?
Discover the realities of self-employment, including financial planning, flexibility and working within shared salon spaces.
John Gillespie, Antoinette Ale, Dionne Smith, Jade Hayter
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