Christo is one of the world’s finest celebrity hair experts, internationally celebrated for his unrivaled ability to style curly hair, transform straight hair into noteworthy locks and to create color with vitality and originality.  He has been a sponsor and lead designer for many fashion shows and major events and was featured on TLC’s “Date Patrol” and Bravo’s “Guide to Style” among others.  Christo is also frequently featured in magazines for his skills and unique techniques.

About Dee:
Dee began her career as a John Paul Mitchell Systems “Task Force” and “Premiere” member, educating other Paul Mitchell educators on the latest trends in cut and color. She also developed her own coaching business, mentoring stylists and future professionals by showing them how to master their skills. Dee’s latest accomplishment is winning the title of Bravo TV’s “Shear Genius” and now, Dee is the owner of her own salon, Dee & Co. Hair Studio in Miami, FL.

Gary Ahlquist is the leading cash flow expert in the salon and spa industry. Starting in 1982 by managing 15 independent salons, his success and reputation grew to where he was in demand speaking throughout North America and consulting/training over 8,000 salon/spas in the last 28 years. In addition, he has built two product companies from scratch and ran a $5.5 million dollar hair color company.

About Nick
Nick is an acclaimed stylist, educator and leading light in the industry. His ground-breaking approach to hairstyling is recognized worldwide. In addition to owning his salon, Nick formed ARROJO Education and an ARROJO and product line. He recently authored his first book, “Great Hair.” You may have seen Nick as hairdressing host on “What Not to Wear,” now you can see him in person!

Major League Barber and Major League Stylist were established in 2002 by brothers, Wesley and Darryl Carter.  The company’s purpose is to unite barbers and stylists all over the world.  Their goal is to educate, provide quality products, tools and clothing for the common cause of love and passion for the hair industry.

Rodney Barnett is a respected expert in the field of Trichology who frequently appears on national television and who has been quoted extensively in newspapers and magazines throughout the country. Through his work, Rodney has helped countless individuals regain lustrous, beautiful hair.

Michelle operates a nail technician training facility in Victoria, BC.  She has traveled extensively educating nail techs on gel applications.  Her spirited personality and dynamic energy are sure to provide an informative and entertaining education session.

Author, Esthetician, award-winning beauty expert, and Reiki Master, Linda Bertaut is a contributing author for Milady on “Alternative Therapies for Estheticians.” As the founder of Bertaut Beauty, Linda has introduced “Energy Make-Overs” to the industry.
 

Patric is an educator, hairstylist and makeup artist. Patric’s achievements include winning more than 30 national and international hair and makeup competitions in conjunction with an innumerable amount of awards in hairstyling and makeup application.  In 2007, Patric started Team Hollywood and launched his product line, P Element in 2008.

Frank is the Director of Education & Business Development for Global Keratin.

Lance Courtney has impacted the lives of thousands of salon and spa professionals since 1991 as a top Marketing Expert, Sales Coach, Business Trainer and Certified Dream Coach. He is personally responsible for recruiting more than half a million new and ideal clients into salons and spas. Courtney is currently a featured author in the book, “Lessons from Empowering Leaders.” Every year his clients continue to be recognized in Salon Today magazine’s Top 200 Fastest Growing Salons. 

Kim is a 12 year veteran of the entertainment industry, and in collaboration with Wendy Levy, created the Mixed Chicks product line.

Nicholas French, National Creative Director for So.Cap USA Hair Extensions, is a twice NAHA winner and six times finalist. Nicholas has traveled extensively producing over 1,500 high energy educational shows for professional hairdressers worldwide.

Gary Gerard is a leading authority on haircutting.  In demand as a platform artist, educator, author, and owner of Gerard’s International Advanced Haircutting Seminars, he has delivered over 2,500 educational programs around the world and has been inducted into the Hairdressers Hall of Fame.

To her clients she is known as “The Naja,” to the media she is referred to as the “Celebrity Nail Guru” and even coined by Minx Nails as “The Minx Master.” Naja’s style, creativity and methodology make her a true celebrity nail stylist, salon owner and educator.
 

Danny Haile is a veteran nail technician of 25 years. He is a trained veteran competitor that holds many international titles, including WIMBA World Champion, International Nail Champion, Midwest Champion, and many more. Danny holds over 75 trophies representing 20 countries. Danny retired from competition in 2002 and since has been judging nail competitions around the world.  Danny’s passion is in product development. Founder of Hand & Nail Harmony, Danny has developed new technology acrylic products, redesigned gel systems and NOW has developed the latest technology in Soak Off Gel.

Jim Jones has been a featured educator at 44 national and international beauty shows in North America and Europe.  His haircutting techniques have been featured on the Discovery Channel and in American Salon, Modern Salon, Inspire/Insights and many other publications.  Jim's haircutting shows have received rave reviews from coast to coast.

Larry Kopsa, CPA, is a partner of the 25 member firm Kopsa Otte, CPAs. A former salon owner, he has both the salon and financial skills needed to solve problems and help owners increase their sales and profits.

About Irv
Irv is a highly sought after international Educator. As an owner and manager of salons from Chicago to Washington, DC and California, Irv provides a learning atmosphere that is inspiring and fun, with enthusiasm and a contagious energetic personality.

Christine Le, the world famous first lady of gel nails, has over 27 years of experience in the nail industry, with 11 years as an international Nail Educator.

Wendy always blended beauty products together to make a “concoction” that worked for her. After sharing her special blends with Kim, the two decided to make a products for their special hair needs as well as the needs of friends and family—and Mixed Chicks Hair Products was born!

Ana Loiselle has more than ten years experience in new business start-ups and transformations. She is a specialist in finding new sources of revenue and growth for salons and spas of all sizes. She has already helped numerous businesses flourish through creative, powerful solutions; including brand development, strategic financial planning and employee training. Ana's background includes a long career in the salon/spa industry as a product sales representative, educator, management consultant, and spa owner.

In her ten years in the industry, Dianna won the Inland Theatre League Award for the best hair and make up for The Chronicles of Narnia. She also recently won a nationwide haircolor video contest for her demi permanent color techniques. 

Toni Love is an international educator and published author of "The World of Wigs, Weaves, and Extensions".  She holds a BA in Business Management, MA in Continuing Education and she is a licensed cosmetology and barber instructor.  Toni is also the owner of Toni Love's Training Center Advanced Classes for Licensed Cosmetologists.

In addition to being an ultra successful stylist in the salon for more than 14 years, Ruben and his team travel to many major hair event in the United States.  They share their skills and passion for the latest innovative hair extension techniques.  His goal is to inspire hairdressers to understand that almost every client is a candidate for hair extensions.

Known in the industry as the "$100 Manicure Man," Louis is renowned for his ability to empower professionals on how to work smart, increase sales, and have fun! He has educated thousands of industry professionals and is the recipient of the Y2K Educator of the Year award from Nails Magazine.

Bonnie Megowan is the founder and owner of Bonika Shears. She is the inventor of the Coil Comb and a contributor to the Certified Learning in Cosmetology Hair Cutting Textbook. She is also the host of numerous educational videos and is a sought after guest speaker at cosmetology schools, sharpening conventions and hair shows throughout the United States.

Naitcole Michele is passionate about creative styling, healthy hair and beauty. For over a decade, Naitcole has been cutting and styling hair, servicing a loyal and diverse clientele throughout the United States. She has extensive knowledge in beauty trends and fashion imaging and her strengths include precision cutting, weave techniques, coloring, styling and instruction.

Joanne, an award winning nail technician, is the head educator for en Vogue Sculptured Nail Systems.  She has traveled extensively educating nail techs basic and advanced gel applications.

A former cost accountant and current software sales specialist, Jeanette opened her first day spa in 1998.  This 12 employee location outside Baltimore grossed $400,000 in its first year.  In early 2000, Aveda approached Jeanette regarding opening a second location. Later that year, a new 4,500 sq. foot location was born.  By 2004, this 35 employee site was grossing over $2M annually.

Nanci Ortega is a nationally respected SO.Cap USA Hair Extensions Educator. Nanci teaches certification workshops and has performed as a platform artist at numerous International Beauty Shows. Nanci works in the famous Joseph Lamar Salon of Burbank, CA where she has shared her professional hair extension artistry with many Hollywood stars and celebrities including Hilary and Haley Duff, Lindsay Lohan, Christina Milian, Danica Stewart and Kathy Doe.

Martin Parsons is the owner of one of the industry’s most prestigious advanced academies and is listed among the elite in Modern Salon’s Top 75 Educators of the past century.  Martin is also the recipient of the first Lifetime Achievement Award in the Canadian hairdressing industry.

Marco is a highly regarded color educator, trainer and platform artist who is globally recognized as one of the elite colorists on the West Cost. He offers world-class haircolor and style services at his exclusive studio in West Hollywood.  Marco has worked on many celebrities including Stacy Kiebler, Martina Navratilova and Carol Alt.  He also invented an exclusive product system for color and chemically treated hair. Marco Pelusi Studio was named Best Color in Los Angeles 2009 by Fox 11’s Myfoxla Hot list Competition. 

Marsha is a hairdresser, inventor, salon owner and executive and began her career in beauty during in the late 70’s.  Marsha strives to provide the best in hair color services to her clients. In 2003 she, and her friends, established a company named PWAI, LLC (People with an Idea).

About Edward
Edward is a Tokyo born stylist and is one of the most sought after educators in the industry today. He is a versatile hairdresser, artist, educator, photographer and fashion designer who has had his work grace the pages of top consumer magazines. His work in the celebrity arena includes the Grammys, Emmys, Daytime Emmys, Oscars, Sundance Festival, and Golden Globes.

About Ivan
Ivan Zoot will help you make more money, build your client base and have more fun. Once again, Ivan has raised the bar by breaking all three of the Guinness World Haircutting Records. Ivan has developed the Andis revolution cutting system, the notion of economy of motion, as he calls it, to assist stylists in cutting hair faster while maintaining technical quality and customer service.

Mary Jo Zwirowski has been a nail professional since 1988 and a certified Reflexologist since 2007.  She has been a master educator for Nail Tek since 1996.  Owning her own studio in Naperville, IL, she specializes in personalized natural nail care, "foot facial" waterless pedicures, reflexology and extreme customer service.