The Secrets of Success of America’s Top Salons

Whether you’re just starting out or taking your salon to the next level, one of the smartest moves you can make is to learn from those already leading the way. Across North America, these inspiring salon owners and managers are raising the bar with standout client experiences, a motivated team, and a loyal client base. … Continued

Celebrating the Heart of the Salon, Spa, and Clinic on Hairdresser Appreciation Day

In every salon, spa, or clinic, there’s a quiet kind of magic happening every day. It’s in the way a stylist helps someone see themselves with new confidence. In the care a therapist shows to a client who needs a moment to breathe. And in the dedication it takes to keep showing up – with … Continued

AI & The Future of Work: Lessons from Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon MBE

AI is already shaping the way we work and interact, but are we actively shaping it in return? Are we ensuring it benefits everyone? And are we still asking, with childlike curiosity, “What might happen?” In what took the shape of a keynote-meet-tech-computer-science-lecture imbued with wonder, Dr Anne-Marie Imafidon MBE didn’t just talk about AI … Continued

Celebrating Success with the 2024 Phorest Client Experience Awards

At Phorest, we believe that every salon experience should leave clients feeling not just pampered, but absolutely delighted. That’s why we’re thrilled to announce the winners of the 2024 Client Experience Awards – an annual celebration of salons, clinics, and spas that consistently go above and beyond to deliver exceptional services and unforgettable experiences. Each … Continued

Using AI and Smart Features in Phorest to Boost Salon Operations

You’ve built a thriving business in the professional hair and beauty industry, managing a great team and maintaining a loyal clientele. But as your business grows, balancing appointments, staff performance, and client retention becomes increasingly complex. That’s where Phorest’s AI-powered features and smart technology come in. More than just automating tasks, Phorest gives you intelligent … Continued

Tools for Success: Over 25% of Salon Today 2024 Honorees Use Phorest

Starting a salon with a dream and a business plan takes guts. Turning it into a thriving business takes years of relentless passion, vision, and daily dedication. That’s why, if you are anything like the Phorest team, you eagerly anticipate the annual reveal of the Salon Today 200 awards. We take pride in celebrating our … Continued

Tom Kuhn: Earning Potential in the Professional Beauty Industry

During his Main Stage talk at the 2024 Salon Owners Summit, Tom Kuhn, CEO of Qnity – an organisation offering education and tools for economic empowerment in the beauty industry – brought attendees through the latest research carried out by Qnity’s research arm, Qnity Institute. The research looks into the earning potential and working conditions … Continued