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HAIR

Eli Mancha

 LOCK & LOADED FUSION - Bridging the gap between male hairdressing & barbering - SUNDAY - 11:45 AM - 1:45 PM - Glenn Carlson Stage
Award winning platform artists Eli Mancha and Matt Belding will give you a look at the evolution of men’s grooming. Two art forms that have lived in different worlds for too long, male hairdressing and barbering will be fused together to allow stylist to cater to all men’s grooming needs. This demo is designed for stylist and barbers looking to become a more complete men’s grooming specialist. Sponsored by FOUR STAR BEAUTY

Brendan LaFrance

UNDERCUTS AND THE ART OF HAIR DESIGNS FOR MEN AND WOMEN - SUNDAY - 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Glenn Carlson Stage

The latest trend of men's and women's undercuts will be demonstrated along with detailed training in the art of hair designs. Attendees will learn the proper way to cut and style an undercut and the art, science, and method to begin cutting various hair designs.

Michele Trautner

BALAYAGE & CO - SUNDAY - 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Swisshelm/Whitney Room
Discover innovative and creative approaches to foil and colour placement through classic balayage hair painting techniques. Learn the ins and outs of creative techniques, colour blending and colour foil placements. SPONSORED BY NATIONAL SALON RESOURCES

Adam Wexler

Color Correction and Transitional Color - SUNDAY - 11:45 AM - 1:45 PM - Swisshelm/Whitney Room
Gain a sound understanding of oxidation management and how it applies to Hair Color and other Chemical Services. Discover the simple tools you need to become an expert on color correction and transitional coloring. SPONSORED BY MALIBU C

Color Correction 911 - How to Respond to ANY color emergency - SUNDAY - 2:45 AM - 4:45 PM - Swisshelm/Whitney Room
Advanced technology of tot oxidation management and how it applies to hair color, especially color correction. Sponsored by MALIBU C

Kristin Hoogheem

The MODERN PIXIE - SUNDAY - 2:45 AM - 4:45 PM - Weidner Room
Learn a few new spins on an old classic.  Kristin will show you versatile styles along with a variety of texture techniques that will be suitable for many ages.

 ESTHETICS

Melissa Coborn

ESSENTIAL BODY TREATMENTS AND TECHNIQUES - SUNDAY - 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Bell Room
The class combines spa treatment procedures utilized in all areas of the salon industry. Regardless of your expertise, there are essential treatments and techniques that will enhance your service menu. This class will be taught by Melissa Coborn and Shari Kroening who together have spent decades educatin in the salon and spa industry.

Julie Evans

WHY WE DO ADVANCED SKIN CARE TREATMENTS IN THE WINTER - SUNDAY - 2:45 PM - 4:45 PM - Bell Room
This two hour class will skim the surface of the theory and science behind the wonderful world of advanced skin treatments in the field of Esthetics. We will discuss the wound healing process of the skin, pin point OTC and prescription skincare that maximizes pre/post treatment results, address the importance of in depth client consultations, and finish up our time looking at three popular advanced treatment modalities that are perfect for winter: chemical peels, micro-needling, and laser/light therapy. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity get a glimpse of what the field of advanced esthetics has to offer! SUNDAY

Jules Annen

SPECIAL OCCASION MAKEUP TRENDS - SUNDAY - 11:45 AM - 1:45 PM - Bell Room
In this two-hour class you'll learn makeup techniques specific to bridal photography such as skin tone correction, defining features, airbrush techniques, creating dimension, long-wear techniques, setting techniques, and client consultation.

Catharine Funk

EYELASH CERTIFICATION LEVEL 1 - BEGINNER - SATURDAY ONLY - 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM - Clarke Room
This four-hour class covers basic technique, safety, sanitation and client care. You will learn design, application, removal and client consultations. Students will receive the opportunity to practice applying extensions on a live model (provided by the instructor). Includes starter kit and certification. Bring a task light and magnifier. Licensed professionals ONLY. Additional fee required.

 
Carolyn Pieffer

THE THREE TYPES OF PERMANENT MAKEUP - Breaking the myths  - SUNDAY - 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM - Alexander Room
Learn about the three types of permanent makeup. Permanent Makeup, Soft Tape and Micro Blade. What is the difference between them? What do I need to do to learn these services and  what I need to know about getting a license for myself, my salon or studio to comply with Minnesota Department of Health regulations.

NAILS CONFERENCE AT CREATIVE CONNECTIONS

Holly Schippers

ELECTRIC FILING AND ADVANCED SAFETY PROTOCOLS - SUNDAY - 2:45 PM - 4:45 PM - Clarke Room
This class will provide updated information on the growth of the E-files since 1980 New Safety approaches to E-filing To avoid potential injury and Infection. Staying within your scope of practice.  Bring your electric filing equipment for hands-on.

Kristi Eicher

LIQUID AND POWDER TECHNIQUES - SUNDAY - 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Clarke Room
You will learn how to use simple techniques to create dramatic liquid and powder enhancements, create custom colors with pigments and perfect your smile lines.

NAILS ARE YOUR CANVAS - SUNDAY - 11:45 AM - 1:45 PM - Clarke Room
Learn the hottest and most affordable way to express your style! Become an artist by transforming any nail into a work of art using additives, foils and stamping.

BUSINESS

 Paulette Legred

10 CORE VALUES OF WINNING SALONS - PLANNING FOR SALON OWNERSHIP & OPERATION - SUNDAY - 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Weidner Room
You will discover the techniques you need to take your salon in a new direction, to create a new game plan, or help make you existing salon better. There cannot be any change without making a change!  Paul will also share the advantages and disadvantages of national chains, team-based, booth rentals and suite salons along with marketing and brand awareness and more!

Kelli Karn

LEARN HOW TO SELL RETAIL WITHOUT SELLING ANYONE ANYTHING - SUNDAY - 2:45 PM - 4:45 PM - Alexander Room
Learn how to become a ‘joyful’ retailer without the fear of selling to your clients. Discover how you can customize your inventory, use discounting effectively and increase your social media presence to be a successful retailer.

Jacqi Beck

CORE - HEALTH, SAFETY, INFECTION, LAWS & RULES FOR RELICENSURE (4 hour CE class) - SUNDAY - 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Alexander Room
Health, Safety, Infection Control and Laws and Rules class for license renewal.  This 4-hour class is required for all operator/manager cosmetologists, nail techs and estheticians to renew their operator or manager license. This is a valuable class for non Minnesota licensees as well.  It is packed with valuable information that applies to salons everywhere