What if the biggest factor in your practice’s success isn’t the technology you buy, but the culture you create?

Live from AIS 2026, Dr. Grant Stevens welcomes Sciton CEO Aaron Burton for a candid discussion on leadership, employee retention, and why great culture drives great results. Aaron explains how Sciton’s people-first philosophy has contributed to the company’s growth and why leaders must invest in their teams before expecting exceptional performance.

A short but impactful conversation packed with practical insights for practice owners, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders.

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The Technology of Beauty is produced by Influx Marketing, The Digital Agency for Aesthetic Practices. https://www.influxmarketing.com/

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Live from AIS 2026 in Boston, Dr. Grant Stevens welcomes Travis Mahan of Onyxa Medical for a conversation on innovation, laser physics, and the future of aesthetic technology. With nearly three decades of industry experience, Travis explains how he's applying lessons learned throughout his career to build a new kind of aesthetics company.

The discussion covers Onyxa's AI-driven infrastructure, its focus on objective outcome measurement, and early clinical observations from a growing number of subdermal laser procedures. Travis also shares why physician collaboration and scientific validation are central to the company's long-term vision.

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The Technology of Beauty is produced by Influx Marketing, The Digital Agency for Aesthetic Practices. https://www.influxmarketing.com/

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In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens reconnects with Niklas Hess of Medvelle.AI to discuss how technology is helping practices improve efficiency and maintain compliance in an increasingly complex environment.

Niklas breaks down how Medvelle.AI serves as a centralized platform for inventory and procurement, giving practices better visibility into purchasing, usage, and financial performance. He also shares insights on common areas of operational leakage, from inventory shrinkage to inefficient processes, and how data-driven systems can help practices run more effectively at scale.

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The Technology of Beauty is produced by Influx Marketing, The Digital Agency for Aesthetic Practices. https://www.influxmarketing.com/

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In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens connects with Kirk Zihlman of Kalon Aesthetics to discuss the operational and strategic considerations behind building a successful aesthetic practice.

Kirk shares insights on growth, patient experience, and the importance of creating systems that support both efficiency and long-term scalability. It’s a quick look at how thoughtful structure and leadership can drive sustainable success in aesthetics.

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The Technology of Beauty is produced by Influx Marketing, The Digital Agency for Aesthetic Practices. https://www.influxmarketing.com/

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In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens connects with Jenni Nagle of Lipgloss & Aftershave to discuss the evolving role of branding and storytelling in the aesthetics space.

Jenni shares how practices can build stronger, more authentic connections with patients through thoughtful messaging and creative strategy. She also highlights the importance of standing out in a crowded market by developing a clear voice and identity that resonates.

» Apple Podcasts | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/technology-of-beauty/id1510898426
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The Technology of Beauty is produced by Influx Marketing, The Digital Agency for Aesthetic Practices. https://www.influxmarketing.com/

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In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens catches up live with Dr. Sheila Barbarino at The Medical Spa Show 2026 in Las Vegas.

Dr. Barbarino shares her perspective on running a practice in Austin, including how patient preferences are evolving in a sophisticated, highly informed market. Dr. Stevens and Dr. Barbarino also discuss the Aesthetics Innovations Summit, IMCAS, and the upcoming Aesthetic MEET.

» Apple Podcasts | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/technology-of-beauty/id1510898426
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The Technology of Beauty is produced by Influx Marketing, The Digital Agency for Aesthetic Practices. https://www.influxmarketing.com/

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In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens reconnects live with Facundo Formica at The Medical Spa Show 2026 in Las Vegas.

During their quick catch-up, Facundo touches on the direction Symplast is heading, the impact of their innovation on practices, and why their recent recognition is an exciting milestone. A quick, insightful conversation straight from the conference floor.

» Apple Podcasts | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/technology-of-beauty/id1510898426
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The Technology of Beauty is produced by Influx Marketing, The Digital Agency for Aesthetic Practices. https://www.influxmarketing.com/

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In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens connects with Paulina Riedler of Spakinect to discuss how her company is addressing one of the most critical gaps in aesthetic medicine: compliant, accessible good faith exams.

Paulina shares how Spakinect has scaled to become the largest provider in the country, operating in 40 states and leveraging telehealth to ensure safe, compliant care. She also touches on the complexity of evaluating over 180 treatments, building structured clinical criteria, and how AI is helping streamline decision-making for providers.

» Apple Podcasts | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/technology-of-beauty/id1510898426
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The Technology of Beauty is produced by Influx Marketing, The Digital Agency for Aesthetic Practices. https://www.influxmarketing.com/

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In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens connects with Keri Concannon of Beauty Rep to discuss how her platform is helping aesthetic practices streamline product purchasing and vendor relationships.

Keri shares how Beauty Rep is simplifying the way practices discover, evaluate, and order products, while also creating more transparency and efficiency across the supply chain. It’s a quick look at how smarter infrastructure is supporting growth and better decision-making in aesthetics.

» Apple Podcasts | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/technology-of-beauty/id1510898426
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The Technology of Beauty is produced by Influx Marketing, The Digital Agency for Aesthetic Practices. https://www.influxmarketing.com/

Want more aesthetic insights? Subscribe to Next Level Practices, the show where we discuss the ever-changing world of digital marketing and patient acquisition and bring you the latest ideas, strategies, and tactics to help you take your practice to the next level. https://www.influxmarketing.com/next-level-practices/

In this episode of The Technology of Beauty, Dr. Grant Stevens sits down with Jessica Nunn, Founder of Maven Financial Partners, to unpack the financial strategies behind successful med spas and surgical practices. With a background in healthcare finance and consulting, Jessica shares how her team helps practices move beyond basic accounting and into true financial clarity.

From tracking provider performance to understanding key metrics like revenue per hour and utilization, Jessica explains why the most successful practices are disciplined, data-driven, and intentional about every financial decision. Whether you're looking to grow, optimize, or prepare your business for acquisition, this conversation offers insight into building a more profitable and valuable practice.

» Apple Podcasts | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/technology-of-beauty/id1510898426
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The Technology of Beauty is produced by Influx Marketing, The Digital Agency for Aesthetic Practices. https://www.influxmarketing.com/

Want more aesthetic insights? Subscribe to Next Level Practices, the show where we discuss the ever-changing world of digital marketing and patient acquisition and bring you the latest ideas, strategies, and tactics to help you take your practice to the next level. https://www.influxmarketing.com/next-level-practices/