Regional Growth Summits

THE Leeds Regional Growth Summit

Take a peek at the panels and brands lined up for our final Regional Growth Summit of the year, taking place at The Royal Armouries Museum on June 8

Hosted by Professional Beauty and Hairdressers Journal International, our Regional Growth Summits provide a dynamic forum that champions business education, meaningful networking, and industry collaboration – empowering beauty professionals and businesses to connect, learn, and grow. As our final date for 2026 approaches, why not take a look at all of the education on offer?

WHAT’S ON AT THE LEEDS REGIONAL GROWTH SUMMIT

10.30 – 11.15 Stop chasing busy: The KPIs that make salons truly profitable

11.15 – 12.00 Empower your team to deliver: Building structure, progression & loyalty

12.00 – 12.45 Keynote | Chris Taylor | Social selling for salons in 2026: Turning attention into appointments

In 2026, salons that win won’t be the ones posting the most, they’ll be the ones posting with purpose. Social selling strategist, speaker, and founder of Social Selling, Chris Taylor will be breaking down how to use Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn as intentional revenue channels, not just content platforms. You’ll learn how to attract the right local audience, build trust at scale, and turn everyday social activity into predictable bookings. Discover the simple systems behind high-performing salons, how to stop being the “best kept secret” in your area, and how to structure your marketing so social media becomes a consistent and reliable.

14.00 – 14.45 Keynote | Marnie Wills | Personal AI intelligence: The essential mindset for every salon business leader

AI strategy consultant Marnie Wills will show salon and clinic owners how to streamline everyday tasks and reclaim valuable time using simple, effective AI workflows. Her keynote breaks down how AI can support everything from client communication to marketing and planning, without the need for technical expertise. “By setting up a few simple prompts, AI can help you write tailored follow-ups in seconds that sound exactly like you and your brand,” says Wills. “It adds a premium touch that builds loyalty and keeps clients coming back – without draining your energy.”

14.45 – 15.30 Charge smarter, sell better: Service pricing & retail strategies

15.30 – 16.15 From posts to profit: Social media & marketing that works for salons

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