SUMM IT UP

EXPLORE

Society & Culture

Health & Fitness

© 2024 PodJoint

https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Podcasts115/v4/35/a8/3f/35a83f40-9c32-49e2-f58c-eaa005d9e5cd/mza_618296930440638993.jpg/600x600bb.jpg

SUMM IT UP

Summit Salon Business Center

104 episodes

3 days ago

SUMM IT UP is a podcast from Summit Salon Business Center that engages salon, school, barbershop and spa professionals on our shared path toward happiness in the beauty industry. Hosted by stylist, salon owner, educator, and “Top 30 Colorist Under 30” Blake Reed Evans, SUMM IT UP brings you frank conversations with changemakers from all corners of the beauty world, with a focus on business and interpersonal relationships. New episodes every Wednesday.

Show more...

Fashion & Beauty

All content for SUMM IT UP is the property of Summit Salon Business Center and is served directly from their servers with no modification, redirects, or rehosting. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by Podjoint in any way.

SUMM IT UP is a podcast from Summit Salon Business Center that engages salon, school, barbershop and spa professionals on our shared path toward happiness in the beauty industry. Hosted by stylist, salon owner, educator, and “Top 30 Colorist Under 30” Blake Reed Evans, SUMM IT UP brings you frank conversations with changemakers from all corners of the beauty world, with a focus on business and interpersonal relationships. New episodes every Wednesday.

Show more...

Fashion & Beauty

Episodes (20/104)

SUMM IT UP

Summit Unplugged Sneak Preview with Derek Reynolds!

Summit Unplugged is SSBC's signature salon leadership retreat in beautiful Cancun, Mexico, and it's back for a second time in January 2026.

3 days ago

32 minutes 5 seconds

SUMM IT UP

Financials 101: Which type of tax entity is best for your business?

As a small business, your salon company has options when it comes to paying taxes. But are you chosing the right one?

2 weeks ago

34 minutes 16 seconds

SUMM IT UP

Financials 101: How much is your salon really worth?

We dymistify salon valuation with CPA and salon accounting wizard Chris Wittich.

1 month ago

34 minutes 59 seconds

SUMM IT UP

Commission salon or suite rental - Why not both? with Anne Chesbro

Today's stylists want options. Salon owners can meet their needs by adding suite rental opportunities to an established commission salon business.

1 month ago

30 minutes 59 seconds

SUMM IT UP

New tax laws around tips benefit salons and stylists -- Here's what to know ft. Chris Wittitch

CPA Chris Whittich breaks down the big, exciting changes the new FICA tax tip credit and tax-free tips laws are bringing to the salon industry.

1 month ago

30 minutes 58 seconds

SUMM IT UP

Discover where your business stands with Salon IQ ft. Chris Mahoney

Is your salon company maximizing its potential? Find out with Salon IQ, Summit's new comprehensive business assessment.

2 months ago

29 minutes 29 seconds

SUMM IT UP

Going into business with your life partner ft. Doug Smith

Ever watch a couple share ownership of a salon company and a home life together and wonder "How do they do it?" Or thinking of going into business with your own life partner? This episode is for you.

2 months ago

31 minutes

SUMM IT UP

On my own - self-employed stylist with Colissa Nole

Colissa Nole is the co-owner of the Soul Collective, a marketing and self-employed stylist consultant at Summit Salon Business Center, and the host of a subscription service at Summit for self-employed stylists.

2 months ago

29 minutes 13 seconds

SUMM IT UP

Leveling Up with Kacie Mundell

Twenty-three year-old Kacie Mundell climbed from associate to level 2 stylist in her first year out of cosmetology school - and she did it during the COVID-19 pandemic, no less! In this episode, Kacie talks about the combination of guts, mentorship, relationship-building, and careful financial planning that got her where she is, and keeps her on the rise.

3 months ago

29 minutes 47 seconds

SUMM IT UP

Yes you can have healthy conflict at work! With Nicholas Burns

Insights from the field of behavioral science to keep salon employees happy and vibes welcoming and friendly.

3 months ago

29 minutes 51 seconds

SUMM IT UP

Prestige brands with L'Oréal's Guillaume Duez

Legacy and evolution of prestige salon brands, what sets Kérastase and Shu Uemura apart, and the benefits they provide for salon companies and clients.

4 months ago

27 minutes 6 seconds

SUMM IT UP

Authentic inclusive salon culture with Twylla Jane

Twylla Jane is a global Redken Artist, a stylist behind the chair, a social media influencer and the owner of Lumos Nox Salon in Naperville, IL, in the greater Chicago metro area. In this episode, Twylla talks with host Blake Reed Evans about their salon culture, which promotes gender inclusivity, personal expression, and respect for boundaries among guests and staff.

4 months ago

31 minutes

SUMM IT UP

Building a barbershop culture with Gino Maggio

It’s not your daddy’s barber shop. Gone are the days of waiting an hour to get a cut and shave, and the “boy’s club” vibe - at least at Gino Maggio’s company, The Barbershop Tampa.

4 months ago

28 minutes 36 seconds

SUMM IT UP

Stop losing money on color ft. Vish's Tim Howard with Les McFadden and Luke Huffstutter

Vish co-founder Tim Howard steps into the host chair with VP of product Les McFadden and multi-site salon owner Luke Huffstutter to help you stop flushing money (haircolor) down the drain.

5 months ago

29 minutes 58 seconds

SUMM IT UP

In-SPA-ration with Victoria Perry

There’s a world of business in spa , with new technologies and younger clients booking preventive and wellness services. So how can your salon company tap in?

5 months ago

28 minutes 35 seconds

SUMM IT UP

Guiding newbie styists with Lisa Giles

If you're a newbie or baby stylist or a salon owner looking to grow and retain new stylists, this episode is for you.

5 months ago

30 minutes 16 seconds

SUMM IT UP

Styling Hair for TV and Film with Kauilani Goodwyn

Kauilani Goodwyn is a hair stylist for TV and film. Here’s how she made it from behind the chair to on set.

5 months ago

29 minutes 28 seconds

SUMM IT UP

Low-tox salon with Sophia James

Your salon can go green and stay gorgeous with guidance from stylist and green beauty expert Sophia James.

6 months ago

28 minutes 1 second

SUMM IT UP

Cut out overwhelm and boost profit with Phorest's Siobhan McCaffrey

Marketing, booking, and point-of-sale -- Phorest streamlines salon tech so you can focus on providing excellent service to your guests.

6 months ago

30 minutes 58 seconds

SUMM IT UP

I See You: Healing from trauma and abuse with Jennifer J. Boutwell

Jennifer J. Boutwell is an industry leader and the author of the new book I See You, A Guide to Finding Your Inner Strength, Confidence, and Voice after Trauma and Abuse.

6 months ago

30 minutes 20 seconds