Phorest Summit: Breaking Barriers

The annual Phorest Summit for salon owners takes place on 26th and 27th of January 205 at the Dublin Royal Convention Centre, Ireland. The programme looks enticing with a key panel discussion catching our attention…

Breaking Barriers: Black Beauty and Redefining Excellence will bring together leading voices in the professional hair and beauty sector. The discussion is on how to tackle systemic inequities and reimagine excellence through a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI).

Hosted by Alex Bélisle-Springer (he/they), Global Education Content Lead at Phorest, the Breaking Barriers panel will explore challenges faced by Black hair and beauty professionals, entrepreneurs, and consumers, including funding disparities and underrepresentation. Panelists include:

Winnie Awa, Founder/CEO of Carra

Keya Neal, Founder of Kolour Kulture & Texture VS Race, Colour Educator, and DEI Consultant

Tendai Moyo, Founder/CEO of Ruka Hair

Dija Ayodele, Founder of West Room Aesthetics & Black Skin Directory

Building on McKinsey & Company’s 2022 report highlighting a $2.6 billion opportunity in addressing racial inequity in the beauty industry, this discussion promises to spotlight actionable solutions for creating a more inclusive future.

“This panel isn’t just a discussion,” says Alex, “it’s a call to action in which we all have a part to play. Regardless of their role in the industry, attendees will leave equipped with practical insights to drive impactful, lasting change, and set new standards of excellence fuelled by a commitment to serving all communities, especially those historically underrepresented. Don’t miss your chance to participate in this pivotal conversation — get your tickets to the Phorest Summit today and be part of the change.”

Secure your tickets today via https://www.salonownersummit.com/

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