Kevin Hughes (@hairbyeleven) is a session/celebrity stylist who joined @moroccanoilpro as Artistic Director 11 years ago and hasn’t looked back since. Growing up with 11 siblings, Kevin discovered his passion for hair early in life—and fixed family member haircuts in his spare time! That passion has served Kevin well as he worked his way up through the industry, from behind the chair to salon ownership followed by a move to L.A. that quickly led to work with celebrities and more. 

An award-winning London-based color specialist, @Harriet_Stokes has an affinity for education and is cofounder of the @HumanKindHair education platform. The L’Oréal Professionnel guest artist shares her tremendous passion for the craft in the latest Run Le Hair Show episode, L'Oréal Pro's groundbreaking YouTube series. We dig into all of this and much more in this week’s episode. 

With 30 years of professional beauty industry experience to his credit, Davines North America CEO Alejandro López has a real passion for salons, professionals and the difference that our industry makes in the world. We dig into the story behind his journey to Davines, and how his passion for the brand's unique culture, values and vision inspire him for what lies ahead.

SalonCentric #ItTakesAProTeam artists Christopher Aaron (@ChristopherAaronStudio) and Daniel Mason-Jones (@DanielMasonJones) join Gordon to share their personal and professional experiences as members of the LGBTQ+ community, and what it means for our larger industry. We get up close and personal with Daniel and Christopher to discuss "growing up gay;" what Pride means to them personally; the power of inclusivity, empathy and representation; and how we all can be allies and better support the LGBTQ+ community.

@Neill President @EdwinNeill shares much of the story behind this iconic family business that over time has grown to be involved in all aspects of our industry. Today, the largest @Aveda distributor in the world is also home to @LoveParisParker Salons and Spas, @AvedaArts and Sciences Institutes in 10 states, @ParkerBarber Shops, @Vomor hair extensions, and the highly respected @SeriousBusiness conference. As chairperson of the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology with a unique perspective, Edwin also shares his passion for professional licensure, diversity and inclusivity, and the artistry of hairdressers. 

Colorist, salon owner, educator and Artistic Director of Color for John Paul Mitchell Systems, Colin Caruso (@colincarouso) is back for another inspired conversation, sharing career and business insights plus a look into the inspiration behind his new video series, Paul Mitchell Style Trip. Note: Recorded pre-pandemic.

A pioneer of salon suites, @LoveEricTaylor shares the story behind his 20-plus year journey in the professional salon industry. From his earliest days in Dallas as an unpaid assistant to the owner of one of the first salon suite organizations in the U.S. (followed by his move to Los Angeles to launch what would become @SalonRepublic), Eric shares the many lessons and insights learned along the way. We also talk about his new role as Chairman of the Professional Beauty Federation of California, a position he assumed following two years of pandemic-related activism on behalf of salons and pros in California. 

Aveda Global Artistic Director of Haircutting Ricardo Dinis (@ricardodinis) shares some of the great lessons learned over the course of his fascinating career journey. Gordon calls this one 'an instant favorite and a must-listen-to episode'. Note: Recorded pre-pandemic.

@AmikaPro's Chelsea Riggs (@chelseamriggs) is back for a deep conversation about authenticity; sustainability and diversity; equity and inclusion; and how we can all be better prepared to leverage the power of professional salons to make a difference in the world. A follow up to Chelsea's record-breaking first appearance (Episode #215 is our # 1 most downloaded episode ever), this all-new conversation is sure to inform and inspire!