Welcome back to Headcases! Part 1 of our conversation with Celene Dupuis was incredible – she came in strong, busting industry myths and dropping leadership wisdom that every salon pro needs to hear. In Part 2, we’re picking up right where we left off. Celene continues to challenge the status quo, offering real talk, practical strategies, […]

Hi, and welcome once again to Headcases. For a long time now I’ve wanted someone on the show who could bust some of the biggest myths that still haunt our industry—and today we have the perfect guest. She is an award-winning entrepreneur and leadership coach known for helping individuals and organizations unlock their full potential. While

My friends, welcome to another episode of Headcases — and this one’s a good one. My guest is a true powerhouse in the beauty industry. You probably already know her as a celebrity stylist, with a client list including Alicia Keys, Rihanna, Jennifer Hudson, Lady Gaga, Kim Kardashian, and Serena Williams. She made history as the first

Today’s guest is pretty cool—not only because of what she does, but because of the impact she’s making in our industry. She’s the Executive Director of the Professional Beauty Association (PBA), and she brings a unique blend of experience as a licensed aesthetician, makeup artist, and former business owner. Before stepping into her role at

She co-founded the highly successful Julian August Salon in California, where she spent 32 years perfecting her craft behind the chair. Her passion for teaching—combined with her unmatched technical skill—made her one of the most sought-after colorists and educators in North America. While working full-time in the salon, she also founded Hair Color Magic, an

If anyone deserves the title of GOAT in hair color, it’s today’s guest. Fresh out of university and beauty school, she was appointed Director of Education at Clairol. She later consulted for brands like Redken and Joico to help develop major professional color lines. She has traveled the globe, training thousands of colorists. She co-owned

This week on Headcases we are joined by a true force in the beauty industry. He’s built a remarkable career as a celebrity hairstylist, a master colorist, a brand ambassador, and a business executive. He’s taken his expertise worldwide, teaching sold-out classes around the world. Specializing in balayage, blonding, and advanced color techniques, he has not only

Today’s guest on HeadCases is a third-generation hairdresser, a salon owner, and internationally recognized artist with over 40 years behind the chair. In that time, he’s traveled more than 3 million miles, sharing his knowledge and passion. He is a visionary philanthropist committed to protecting the health of clients and hairdressers both. He made it his mission in creating his own brand, Surface, promoting personal

This week I’m chatting with someone I admire very much as a no-nonsense truth teller who leads with love. She is a published author. She is a world-renowned keynote speaker. She owns three schools and three salons where her mission is not to hire employees but to develop future partners. This mindset makes her a

My guest today will tell you that too many people in our industry can’t wait to open a salon, but what they should be excited about is opening a business, and that’s a major difference in mindset. He’s a straight shooting truth teller in the salon world, bringing real, practical advice that helps salon owners worldwide succeed