Attendees will explore the 3 shape shifting principles through a live demonstration. Not just another cut class but rather a way to reimagine texture hair through a three dimensional lense, enabling stylists to create, solve and support the wide variety that texture and curl brings. Built on three core principles—Push, Pull, and Stack—this method redistributes density to craft any shape, offering ultimate control and creativity for curly and wavy textures.

Bringing previous experience facilitating youth-based social action programming and evaluating public health efforts into this role. Eve develops, coordinates, and facilitates community based programs to equip community members with the skills to respond to and prevent intimate partner violence. Eve is passionate about bringing professionals and leaders into these conversations to support survivors and take a part in creating communities free from violence.

A hair cutting specialist who focuses on gender affirming styles done with the straight razor, clippers, and scissors. He has been doing hair since 2008 and recently started his own studio in Emmaus, PA called hair by harley. You’ll be learning, straight razor, scissors, and clippers cutting focused on achieving a modern short look.

Matt Razook is a 20-year hair industry veteran, color alchemist, and the creator of ChromaDADDY; a high-impact, neon-saturated hair color line that launched in May 2024 and immediately lit up the industry. Based in metro Detroit, Michigan, Matt works behind the chair full-time in his private studio, keeping him deeply connected to the stylists he creates for. With ChromaDADDY now shipping worldwide and building a global cult following, Matt is just getting started; driven by artistry, innovation, and a no-apologies approach to color. He’s also leading the way with a new standard of full transparency in business - because it’s something the beauty industry needs now more than ever.

Justin has been in the beauty industry for 15 years, but was first introduced to the industry at the age of 10 sweeping floors and folding towels in his Aunts salon. He has been a brand educator with Wella and is now the color director for Mockingbird Salon. He has had extensive training through Bumble and Bumble, Oribe and Wella. Justin has a passion for effortlessly, cool, styles and specializes in dimensional color and hand painted balayage. Learn how to create ribbons of dimension and get maximum lift with open air processing. This class will show you where to place light and where to leave depth for the ultimate sunkissed, low maintenance look.

Learn This year’s haircut trends, all about self expression, a soft edge, and individuality—and we’re showing you two of 2025’s most wearable, client-obsessed looks: The Airy Layered Bob: A soft, lightly textured bob that feels effortless and a little undone. The Fairy Cut: Textured & Light layers, especially around the face. A whimsical shape that can be thought of as an “elfish shaggy mullet.” What you’ll learn: Interior layering for natural swing and movement Seamless texturizing techniques that make styling a breeze Custom face-framing and personalized detail work that flatters every guest Whether it's airy and magical, these haircuts are designed to grow out beautifully and style with ease.

Rian Taylor is a hairstylist with 13 years of experience and a lifelong love of art in all its forms. For him, hair is more than style—it’s self-expression, energy, and connection. He specializes in blonding, creative color, and bold, texturized cuts, often drawing unexpected color inspiration from art, fashion, drag, or nature to create completely customized looks. As a hair educator for the past 9 years, Rian has shared his techniques and passion with fellow stylists, and his work has earned him a top 3 spot in BTC’s Creative Color category.

Donna Riley is a Global Master Trainer Kaaral and a true force in the professional beauty industry. With a dynamic career rooted in creativity, technical mastery, and a deep understanding of the science of hair color, Donna has dedicated her life to elevating stylists beyond their perceived limits. As the Kaaral Education Manager for Ethos Beauty Partners, Donna develops innovative curricula and cutting-edge techniques that inspire and empower salon professionals across the country. Her approach blends artistry with science, helping stylists expand their skills, confidence, and career paths. With a flair for stage and education, Donna has written, directed, and produced numerous hair shows, leaving audiences energized and stylists transformed. Her talents have taken her to the global stage, proudly representing the United States in international hair shows for both haircutting and hair color. Whether she’s teaching a class, mentoring a stylist, or creating an unforgettable stage experience, Donna brings passion, expertise, and a whole lot of positivity to everything she does.