4 Classes That Help Encourage Inclusivity in Your Spa Business

Diversity, equality and inclusion continue to be essential pillars across all segments of the beauty industry. There is an evergrowing representation of all skin tones through products, brand ambassadors and marketing campaigns. But, there is still work to be done. That's why we are proud to bring you classes and Skin Inc. LIVE! Stage presentations on these topics at our Face & Body Northern California show. 

Face & Body Northern California 2023 will take place on August 20-21, 2023 at the SAFE Credit Union Convention Center in Sacramento, California. The event will feature advanced education on spa management, skin science, treatments and wellness, and much more.

Here is a breakdown of the advanced education sessions and Skin Inc. LIVE! Stage presentations focused on inclusivity we will be offering at this year's event! The advanced education classes also provide the opportunity to earn continuing education (CE) credits, so don't miss out on this great learning opportunity. 

Don't Forget to Register for Face & Body 2023 and sign up for advanced education classes!

1. The Importance of Diversifying Your Business

• When: Sunday, August 20 • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM PST
• Speaker: Bianca Edwards, Esthetician & Founder at Beauty EQ

Bianca Edwards, founder of Beauty EQ, will cover how you can work toward diversifying your business and what that really looks like in the treatment room and beyond. Edwards' goal is to empower all beauty professionals so that they feel confident with treating a wider range of skin types, and this class will set attendees in the right direction to do just that.

2. Designing a Gender-Neutral Spa

• When: Sunday, August 20 • 3:30 PM - 3:55 PM PST
• Speaker: Alyna Velez, CAE, LE, Master Educator at Fearless Beauties & Beatrice Van, Clinical Master Esthetics Educator and Coordinator at Spectrum Advanced Aesthetics

Strengthen your beauty business with inclusivity! Join Alyna Velez and Beatrice Van to learn about designing a gender-neutral spa by focusing on the needs of the LGBTQIA+ community, as they are one of the most marginalized in the beauty industry. Become equipped to provide treatment options that are both safe and effective, for all.

3. What Gen Z Wants

• When: Sunday, August 20 • 5:00 PM - 5:25 PM PST
• Speaker: Tia Clarke, Natural Lip Blush Specialist & Educator at Glam Goat

Tia will be discussing all things Gen Z and how to keep up with what it is they’re looking for. Get your pen and paper, we’re talking marketing and social media!

4. Building a Gender Free Spa

• When: Monday, August 21 • 11:35 AM - 12:05 PM PST
• Speaker: Alyna Velez, CAE, LE, Master Educator at Fearless Beauties & Beatrice Van, Clinical Master Esthetics Educator and Coordinator at Spectrum Advanced Aesthetics

Velez and Van will also discuss how to build a gender-free spa and show support for the LGBTQIA+ community. Become equipped to provide treatment options that are both safe and effective, for all.

Don't Forget to Register for Face & Body 2023 and sign up for advanced education classes!