22 - 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, founder of Hair Socials and Matrix Ambassador, is known for men’s styling but he’s not…

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

Join us for a powerhouse discussion with four industry leaders forging the way forward in the ever-evolving landscape of beauty, hair and branding. This is a rare opportunity to hear from big brand company leaders. Stephanie Mason, Founder of the…

Ready to supercharge your salon Strategy?

Salon Business

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

Turning every interaction into a business advantage. Explore how outstanding customer service is not just a courtesy but a power of growth. Join host UK Artist Andrew Barton as he shares experiences, tools and knowledge on how to elevate first…

EVO HOSTS: WINNING WOMEN

SalonEVO

Creative luminaries Antoinette Beenders and Lisa Farrall shine a spotlight on the leading women in the industry. In this extended panel conversation, this will cover topics such as: how these powerful women have overcome challenges, honed their skills, and owned…

Sophia Hilton Presents: Bums On Seats

Sophia Hilton

What You’ll Learn: Quick, no-fluff fixes you can make in your business today to get new customers through your door tomorrow. You’ll be learning from Sophia Hilton, one of the most respected marketing minds in the hair and beauty world,…

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

NHBF

When the proverbial hits the fan, these experienced professionals (to be revealed soon) have been there, done that—and bounced back stronger. From career curveballs to business blow-ups, they’ve adapted, evolved and lived to tell the tale. In this punchy, no-fluff…

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 line up read like an industry Who’s Who. Errol Douglas M.B.E, need we say more,…

Winning Work as a Session Stylist

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 – Tina Robinson…

THE GREEN FUTURE

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

Celebrating Neurodiversity in Hair

We close out the HairCon 2025 weekend with an in-depth conversation into neurodiversity in the hair & barbering workplace. Hear from those at the top of their game who celebrate their neurodiversity in this session and uncover the practices they…