x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together

Phorest Salon Software

The professional hair, beauty, and medi-aesthetics industry has a lot to be proud of. Phorest has always been in awe of it. The energy. The camaraderie. The creativity. Being a business owner takes courage, but it can sometimes become an isolating, all-consuming reality. Amidst the daily whirlwind of tasks, there’s still the challenge of thinking ahead, of carving a path forward.The PhorestFM podcast celebrates innovative ideas, methods, and bold perspectives on business management and growth,

business marketing

All Episodes

4:26

S10 Launches on February 23rd, 2026

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2026/02/16

For the past nine seasons, the PhorestFM podcast has been steadily putting down roots. Growing slowly, but steadily, like the trees in the Phorest forest. And every episode’s been its own brand of fertiliser, carrying insight, knowledge, lessons, new ideas, and stories. Many, many of those.From small seeds, the show has grown enough to change the landscape. Our intent going into this tenth season is to bring you the energy of the rooms we create and/or find ourselves in this year, and make it a

en

29:33

Love Letters to the Industry and Its People: End of...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/12/29

When Phorest salons shared, in early 2025, that "growth" was their number one priority this year, we got busy. On Season 9 of the PhorestFM podcast, we brought you insightful interviews, case studies, episodes with special guest co-hosts, and bonus live content! Sourced directly from the community, this season finale is a feel-good festive send-off. Thanks for tuning in, and thanks for another incredible year — slán go fóill (bye for now)!This episode was made possible thanks to the contributions

en

52:14

Tom Kuhn on What Top-Performing Salons Do...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/12/15

[325] In 2024, Qnity’s research arm, the Qnity Institute, conducted a study. At the heart of it was one core question: ‘What does a financially successful salon look like?’In this episode, Tom Kuhn, CEO of Qnity—an organisation offering education and tools for economic empowerment in the beauty industry—shares findings and insights from the subsequent 50-page report, published in June 2025. The ‘2024 Salon P&L Benchmark Study’ set out to paint a clearer picture of the industry, establish

en

57:36

Lance Courtney on How Opportunity Lies Ahead of...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/12/06

Connect with Lance Courtney on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lancecourtneyLearn more about the Salon Owners Summit & explore the full lineup and agenda: https://www.salonownersummit.com/tickets Enjoyed the episode? Leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts! Click here to subscribe to the PhorestFM email newsletter or here to learn more about Phorest Salon Software. This episode was edited and mixed by Audio Z: Montreal's cutting-edge post-production studio for creative minds looking to

en

70:09

Experience the Difference: A Case Study in Turning...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/11/27

[323] Featuring Derrick Rutherford (Co-Owner, Valentini’s), Arif Isikgun (CEO & Founder, Ai Beauty Consultancy), and Cole Marker (Founder & Builder in Chief, thync.c), this episode reimagines retail not as a “pushy add-on," but as an essential part of sustainable business growth, driven by client care and rooted in trust.Backed by data from the Phorest 2025 Consumer Insights Report and rooted in the incredible success Valentini’s is having with retail (26% service-to-retail, 113$ average

en

60:41

Wafaya Abdallah on Leading With Heart and Becoming...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/11/08

[322] For Wafaya Abdallah, owner of Oasis Curl Salon (@curlyoasis), real growth happens when we let go of control, release the need for perfection, and create a safe space for others to rise.In this episode, we explore the salon as a space for transformation and how her journey into energy medicine, holistic beauty, and cultivating trust has shaped her approach to leadership. Now dedicated to integrative education and developing a curriculum that blends the art of curly and texture hairdressing,

en

63:58

Grief as a Teacher: Luis Miguel Bujia on Lessons in...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/10/21

[321] Every now and again, there’s an episode that asks us to slow down, sit with what’s real, and see what it has to teach us. This is one of those episodes. Becoming who we are — as people, friends, as community and team members, leaders — is a lifelong, multifaceted journey. Growth is tender, vulnerable, messy, and profoundly human.Ten years into salon ownership, the founder, owner, and artistic director of Stylists at North in Alexandria, Virginia, Luis Miguel Bujia, shares: How letting our

en

52:37

The Work of Happiness: Heather Bagby on Transforming...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/10/15

[320] When approached with intention, leaning into happiness can become a powerful tool for personal and professional growth. In this episode, Heather Bagby (@heatherbagby on Instagram) — the visionary behind the Summit Salon Business Centre’s Happiness Project and the recently announced keynote speaker for the Salon Owners Summit 2026 — reframes happiness as hard work with high rewards.Known to inspire audiences and organizations to embrace the journey toward a more joyful and successful

en

11:49

Live From the 2025 Aesthetic Extender Symposium With...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/09/17

Get a glimpse of the energy and people at the 18th Annual Aesthetic Extender Symposium in Boca Raton, Florida! Hosted by Shauna O'Halloran (Head of Brand & Communications at Phorest), this short episode has it all: her on-the-ground observations, short clips from some of the conference’s live education, a conversation with Dr. George Baxter-Holder (VP of Talent Development at Skin Spirit) and some vox pops!You can learn more about the Aesthetic Extender Symposium here, and about Skin Spirit

en

50:35

Dave Evans & Debbie Halls-Evans on 'Being More Kid'...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/09/10

If you’ve ever sat down for a chat with Dave Evans and Debbie Halls-Evans, founders of and. coaching (@andcoachme), you know you’re in for a bold and disarmingly honest one. High off a year so far defined by intentionality, bravery, and play, Dave and Debbie share:How fear can manifest and be reframed as an invitation to look inward The difference between being uncomfortable and being unsafe How adopting a “be more kid” mindset unlocks creativity, imagination, and joy at work The power of language

en

34:27

Stefanie Fox on How Lasting Teams Are Built With...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/08/21

[318] At Phorest, we know that the magic happens when you get the team right. Clients feel it. Reviews show it. Your bottom line reflects it. Building a strong team is an advantage, but great teams don’t just “happen.”In this unearthed conversation from late 2023, Stefanie Fox (@stef_fox), Founder of Talent Match and Matchable, shares timeless leadership insights, why recruitment can’t be treated as a quick fix, and why lasting teams aren’t discovered by chance, but intentionally built through

en

01:11:49

Anne Butterly & Kelly Swann on Harnessing the Power...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/08/09

[317] It’s one thing to say your business stands for something, and it’s another to prove it. Certified B Corporations around the world are doing just that.Featuring Anne Butterly, Founder of Easydry, along with Kelly Swann, the driving force behind Denver’s Let Em Have It Salon — both Certified B Corps— this episode shines a light on the systems, leadership, and values behind their purpose-led businesses and traces their journey from values to action, and from action to measurable

en

01:05:31

Betsy Morem on Burgers, Botox & the Power of...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/07/24

[316] CPA and co-founder of Morem & Waller CPAs, med spa co-owner, and now steward of Austin, Minnesota’s 87-year-old beloved Tendermaid burger joint, Betsy Morem (@heavenstobetsss) wears many hats. And her unique ability to balance big-picture strategy with daily operational insight makes her a trusted advisor to fellow entrepreneurs.In this episode, Betsy joins Alex and Joe DiFalco, Senior Partnerships Manager at Phorest, for a candid conversation driven by stories about what it means to run

en

01:30:29

David & Shirley Popham on the Heart, Art and Business...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/07/08

[315] When David Popham first opened his salon in 1981, he didn't set out to build a legacy business. And Shirley certainly didn’t set out to work in or manage a salon—she grew up intimidated by them.In this episode, Shirley and David Popham of Popham Hairdressing (@popham.salons) reflect on decades of hair and life stories. Stories of long, imperfect journeys, humble and unlikely beginnings, chance encounters, love, bold decisions, closing chapters, starting over and everything in between. Most of

en

01:01:19

Sarah Abel on Ditching Survival Mode and Leading With...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/06/16

[314] In Part 2 of this conversation, co-hosted by Luke Doolin (UKI Managing Director at Phorest), we pick up where we left off with Sarah Abel — CEO of TNB Skills Training (@tnbskillstraining) and proudly known in the industry as the Funding Godmother.The topic of mindset as a strategic tool for growth remains a constant throughout, but in this episode, we spend more time exploring how salon owners can access funding, develop their teams, and build businesses that aren’t just bigger, but stronger

en

53:29

Sarah Abel on Ditching Survival Mode and Leading With...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/06/10

[313] Sarah Abel, also known as the known as the Funding Godmother, is the CEO of TNB Skills Training (@tnbskillstraining) and author of The Power of Funding, is an award-winning entrepreneur and funding strategist with a fierce passion for helping beauty businesses grow, secure funding, and develop accredited and regulated programmes, all without getting buried in bureaucracy.In Part 1 of this conversation, co-hosted by Luke Doolin (UKI Managing Director at Phorest), we explore Sarah’s experience

en

21:46

Live From the Data-Driven Salon Summit 2025 With...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/06/02

David Colonna (@thedavidcolonna) joins Shauna O'Halloran (Head of Brand & Communications at Phorest) in the Phorest Lounge at the Data-Driven Salon Summit for a catch-up that leads to hearing about how Calligraphy Cut came to be, the circumstances that led David to a career in the industry, and some thoughts on technology. Learn more about Calligraphy Cut here, and about The Maven and The Muse Salon here.Click here to subscribe to the PhorestFM email newsletter: https://bit.ly/3WvQiI7 This

en

55:25

Jess Joy on Creating Systems and Cultures That Don’t...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/05/29

[312] Co-founder of the neurodivergence community and training platform I Am Paying Attention (@iampayingattention), Jess Joy, along with best friend and business partner Charlotte Mia, is championing change in the way we all work, one radically honest conversation at a time. This episode is no different, featuring vulnerable shares of lived experiences and an exploration of how the pace, pressure, unspoken expectations or the structure of businesses might be pushing some of the most talented and

en

14:09

Live From the Data-Driven Salon Summit 2025 With...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/05/22

Noah Warren and Sydney Berry (@HairToStay) join Shauna O'Halloran (Head of Brand & Communications at Phorest) in the Phorest Lounge at the Data-Driven Salon Summit for a short catch-up. Learn more about HairToStay and donate here if you can!Click here to revisit PhorestFM S08E300 with Noah, Sydney, and many more guests! Click here to subscribe to the PhorestFM email newsletter: https://bit.ly/3WvQiI7 This episode was edited and mixed by Audio Z: Montreal's cutting-edge post-production studio

en

01:09:09

David Campbell on Leading with Vision, Growing Talent...

PhorestFM: Building a Stronger Industry, Together ·

2025/05/13

[311] With over 30 years of experience at all levels in the hairdressing industry and as the longest-running president of the Irish Hairdressers’ Federation, David Campbell (@davhoc) has a passion, drive and determination to improve the industry and raise standards. As the Director of both the House of Colour Salon Group (alongside partners Susan Byrne & Catherine Campbell) and The Salon Edge (one-to-one coaching for salon owners), David has always been a visionary leader, designing and

en

354 results

Similar Podcasts

TaxTalent.com The Golden Rule Podcast

Adam Golden

TaxTalent.com Podcast

Tony Santiago

Handelsblatt Crime - spannende Streitfälle der deutschen Wirtschaft

Ina Karabasz, Solveig Gode, Sönke Iwersen

Deffner und Zschäpitz – Der Wirtschafts-Talk von WELT

WELT

Black Box - La scatola nera della finanza

Guido Brera e Gian Luca Comandini -...