21 - 23 June 2025
O2 Manchester

James Earnshaw's models showing the results of the demonstration live on the main stage at HairCon, Manchester 2024.

Social Stage Monday

SOCIAL SUCCESS

Hair Socials

If you’re a salon stylist wondering how you’ll ever get noticed, why not kick off your week right here and find out? Host Simon Townley is known for men’s styling but he’s not a man for staying in his box….

CREATING ADDITIONAL REVENUE BEYOND THE CHAIR

Get ready for a game changer! Host Colin McAndrew, Wella’s UK style Director and MD of Medusa, the fastest growing salon group in Scotland, and a panel of innovative business leaders reveal their top tips for creating additional revenue and…

GLOBAL BUSINESS PIONEERS: FOUNDING YOUR FUTURE

Cutting Through the Noise

Dynamic duo Stephanie Mason and Hayley Mears are bringing their pioneering podcast Cutting Through the Noise to HairCon to host this powerhouse discussion with four industry leaders forging the way forward in the ever evolving landscape of beauty, hair and…

Ready to supercharge your salon Strategy

Join us for an exclusive, power-packed panel discussion bringing together some of the sharpest minds in the hairdressing industry. From iconic legacy brands to standout independent success stories, this is your chance to gain insight, inspiration, and actionable advice from…

Service That sells: How exceptional customer experience drives business growth

Keune

Service That Sells : How exceptional customer experience drives business growth. Turning every interaction into a business advantage. Explore how outstanding customer service is not just a courtesy but a power of growth. Join host Jade and UK Artist Andrew…

EVO HOSTS: WINNING WOMEN

SalonEVO

Hosted by EVO Media Group’s Editor-in-Chief, Jennifer Paxton, this panel puts a spotlight on some of the leading women in the industry. In this extended panel conversation, we will cover topics such as: how these powerful women have overcome challenges,…

Hilton Club

Sophia Hilton

Building a business—whether it’s a salon, a chair-rental setup, or freelance — can feel like carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders. You’re spinning plates. Marketing. Leadership. Pricing. Hiring. Client management. Showing up on social media. It’s a…

Meltdowns & Mayhem: Resilience When You’re Ready to Snap with NHBF

NHBF

From career curveballs to business blow-ups, they’ve adapted, evolved and lived to tell the tale. In this punchy, no-fluff session, hosted by NHBF Chief Executive, Caroline Larissey, will share real-talk resilience tips and smart survival hacks from across the salon…

Barbering beyond the chair: Mastering Skills, Mentorship & Business

VAGARO

Join industry leader and Founder of the Men’s Hair Federation Adam Sloan, with Vagaro UK Managing Director Jason Downes, as they explore the power of education, mentorship, and business mastery in the barbering world. With decades of combined experience, they’ll…

THE POWER OF WORD OF MOUTH

GLOWWA

In an industry where reputation is everything, Global recognition and respect is hard earned and if anyone can tell you how to achieve it, this lot read like an industry Who’s Who. Errol Douglas M.B.E, need we say more, Sarah…

Session Work Opportunities

Oh the glamour! If you dream of life as a session stylist, working the red carpet, mixing with the stars on celebrity shoots, music videos, or love the vision of high end fashion, you’ve come to the right place. Meet…

Where Rising Stars & Industry Titans Collide

If you’re a rising star looking to ignite your career, this session is where it’s at. After all that’s what Haircon is all about, industry titans inspiring you -the next generation. And what giants we have here – Hosted by…

THE GREEN FUTURE

Join our expert panel to explore how your business (salon/space/freelancer) can tackle the climate and nature crisis head on and make money. How sustainability will attract and keep more clients and reduce costs, why it is so important to include…

The Rise of Neurodiversity

In a creative industry it goes without saying that the rise of neurodiversity will have a big impact. Both on hairdressers & our clients. In this session we speak to those who this affects on a daily basis and the…