13 - 15 June 2026
O2 Manchester

The Rise of Independent Stylists

Social Stage Sunday

From salon life to solo success. Exploring the freelance boom, new ways of working, and what independence really looks like today. John Gillespie, MD of Phenix Salon Suites, will host Ruth Lundström, Sheila Abrahams MBE, Pete Cranfield and Jack and Ross Williams-Hirst who are independent hairdressers, who have worked freelance for years. to uncover what’s driving the freelance hair & barbering industry today, and for tomorrow. Keep your eyes peeled for who else will be joining them on stage!