All beauty professionals are invited! The show will take place at Eric Fisher Academy (6727 W Central Wichita, KS 67212).
ADMISSION IS FREE - We will be collecting canned food items for the Kansas Food Bank at the door. Please bring what you can!
2018 Summit guest artists include:
David Connor
David Connor is a Babyliss Pro Elite stylist and also a proud member of the Babyliss for Barbers team. David has a deep understanding for the science and psychology that is involved in gentlemen’s grooming. This knowledge has taken David around the world sharing his passion in countries like Peru, Chile, Italy, and all major cities in the United States. He is always on the forefront on trending fashion, bringing fresh concepts to gentlemen's grooming to share.
Abbie Addotta
Abbie is well-known and respected around the country as an authority in hair color formulation and application. With over 16 years in the industry, Abbie quickly climbed the ranks at her first salon and became Artistic Director, which allowed Abbie to gain the knowledge to become a fierce educator. Her dedication has led to the position of Color Director at Element, a top salon in Nashville, Tennessee. In 2011 Abbie joined the team of L’Oreal Professionnel Artists, traveling across the country to teach the latest coloring techniques and unveil the newest technologies. Her ability to create simple creative techniques as well as easy add-on services drives business and increases revenue. Abbie specializes in corrective color and also serves on the Academy Color Council, helping to set curriculum. She is certified in the art of Balayage, and serves on the National Balayage team. Behind the chair she strives to bring a luxury experience to her guests all while being time efficient. Continuing education is a driving force for her business and fuels her passion for the industry.
Rosa Hawkins
Owner of Di Rosa Haircare in New York, one of the first Goldwell Titanium salons in the country, Rosa’s passion for the beauty industry never stops growing. Rosa’s work can be seen in many trade publications and her passion shines through whether she is presenting on stage or creating looks for her clients. Rosa is constantly seeking out ways to elevate her craft and business - inspiring anyone she can along the way. After 20 years, she still loves an art form in which the canvas is never the same twice.
Hauns Korpela
After graduating from the Aveda Institute in 1982, Hauns worked as an apprentice to the founder of Aveda, Horst Rechelbacher. He then became an Artistic Director and Platform Artist for the Horst and Friends Salons for eight years. To expand his experiences in hairdressing, he moved to New York City, working in film, television, music video, theatre, national editorial print and runway shows. Since 1991, he has been the Artistic and Educational Director for Scott J. Salon NYC, and has helped build the strongest lifestyle salon and spas in the Aveda network. Hauns continues his support in Aveda’s mission as a member of the “Aveda Purefessional Program”, where Aveda has awarded him with a “Green Peridot” the highest level in the association. Hauns has been featured numerous times, as a guest artist at the Aveda Congress Festival and is represented regularly as an educator at the Aveda Institutes and Academies. He works closely with the Aveda Educational Team in the development of current and future courses for Aveda, and travels both nationally and internationally sharing his experiences and knowledge as a hairdresser within the Aveda Network. He has also been seen on both National and Cable TV from Makeovers to Runway Shows bringing his expertise of beauty and fashion to the limelight. Hauns was inducted in to the Aveda Alumni Hall of Fame in 2016.
Carole Soueidan
Carole is a freelance makeup artist who has traveled nationally and internationally fulfilling her passion for makeup and hair artistry. She has been a working makeup artist for the entertainment industry for over 10 years, and received her certification from the prestigious school of Make Up Designory, (MUD), graduating from the Journeyman Program. She has versatility, an eye for detail, and a dedication to her craft, showcasing her talents. Carole has created Carole's Bridal Artistry - a team of equally qualified artists to specialize in the bridal industry and bring the Hollywood studio's glamour and techniques to bridal parties.
Questions? Call Devon at 316-440-5555 x316 or email dsechrist@ericfisheracademy.com.