Nine of our favorite artists/educators/ICONS offer up lessons learned so far in 2024– plus their very best advice for anyone looking for a long and sustainable career. 

This is Part 1 of our 2 part mini-series with our all-star panel discussion featuring Tabatha Coffey, Sam Villa, Paula Peralta, Patrick Butler, Siiri Parks, Alfredo Lewis, Chris Baran, John Mosley, Winn Claybaugh - and Beauty Cast Network founder Penny Burns. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from some of the most renowned and talented educators in all of beauty. 

Created in collaboration with Schedulicity, this is Part 4 of a 7-part series focused on the all-important 'client journey'-from prospect to 1st-time and repeat clients excited to return for their next visit. Schedulicity's Missy Megginson is back to share insights into each of the client touch points to consider to maximize the results of our efforts in building sustainable success. Stay tuned for more Mastering the BUSINESS of Beauty insights - monthly in 2024! Thanks to Schedulicity for supporting Beauty Cast Network's mission of inspiring sustainable career success!

Ulta Beauty's Head of Education & Creative Anna Manukyan has an absolute passion for sharing her considerable knowledge and insights into financial literacy. A certified educator and licensed financial agent, Anna is co-founder of the Beauty Finance Group and author of the new e-book, Financial Mastery. After hearing Anna's primer on financial literacy fundamentals for beauty, wellness, and barber pros, go today to www.BeautifulWealth.com/GetStarted to download your free copy of her book!

Award-winning artist & educator Chrystofer Benson on the importance of creativity - regardless of your career aspirations. With over 100 awards/titles to his name, Chrystofer began his creative journey in beauty school when he first stepped into the hair competitions space. From there, he developed a passion for creating that has taken him literally around the globe. Listen in for Chrystofer's best advice on creating a long-lasting, successful career.

One of the best ways to understand the mindset (and aspirations) of our newest generation of professional is to connect with those working closest with them as they begin their journey. To that end, our guest today is a dynamic and passionate NYC-based school director/educator with the largest group of private cosmetology, barbering, and esthetics schools in the US, Paul Mitchell the Schools. Diana Varvaro, recently sat down with BCN to discuss her best advice for creating sustainable and satisfying success over the course of a long career.

Head of Education & Creative at Ulta Beauty, Anna Manukyan is a beauty pro with a 'twist'! In addition to her expertise in all things beauty, Anna is a Certified Financial Educator and licensed financial agent. Co-founder of the Beauty Finance Group, Anna has an absolute passion for sharing her considerable knowledge and insights into financial literacy as the foundation for long, sustainable, and satisfying careers. An absolute must-listen to episode!

Created in collaboration with Schedulicity, this is Part 3 of a 7-part series focused on the all-important 'client journey'-from prospect to 1st-time clients excited to return for their next visit. Schedulicity's Missy Megginson is back to share insights into each of the client touch points to consider to maximize the results of our efforts in building sustainable success. Stay tuned for more Mastering the BUSINESS of Beauty insights - monthly in 2024! Thanks to Schedulicity for supporting Beauty Cast Network's mission of inspiring sustainable career success!

Educator, artist, and brand ambassador Alfredo Lewis has amassed over 1.5 million followers and 37+ million likes on TikTok. Over the course of his 30+ year career, Alfredo has worked his way up from salon assistant to celebrity stylist, and corporate executive to artist/educator and social media sensation. Like most successful professionals Alfredo has faced his share of adversity - and today, he shares some of the big lessons learned along the way.

Lydia Sarfati, founder and president of skincare company Repechage, is one of the most successful women in the spa and salon industry! The recipient of numerous industry awards and an enthusiastic mentor, Lydia wrote the book "Success at Your Fingertips" in response to the many requests for advice she receives from professionals as she travels the world. Listen in for some of Lydia's best advice - part one of a new quarterly series.

Longtime industry professional Melanie Knapp is the Director of Education for FS Cut & Color (Fantastic Sams). Melanie shares her best advice on creating a long, sustainable, and satisfying career - regardless of your chosen path. We also dig into her journey in becoming an educator and some of the unique responsibilities one assumes in leading others to learn.