June 21–23, 2025 | Las Vegas Convention Center
IBS Las Vegas is back—and it’s not just a trade show. It’s a career-defining, connection-building, creativity-fueled marathon for stylists, barbers, and beauty pros who want more. To help you cut through the noise, The Tease has curated a day-by-day guide of the most unmissable sessions—from textured hair workshops and editorial masterclasses to business deep-dives and can’t-miss parties. More than 32,000 professionals attended IBS New York, and Vegas is shaping up to be just as game changing.
And yes, we’ve got a $10 off ticket code just for you (see the bottom of this post for details). Keep reading for our IBS Las Vegas 2025 schedule highlights!
🗓 Saturday, June 21 — What Not to Miss
From curl education to editorial finishes and red carpet looks, Saturday is a day dedicated almost entirely to education and is packed with industry-shaping sessions. We’ve grouped our top IBS Las Vegas 2025 schedule highlights by time of day so you can plan your experience with ease.
☕ Morning
➿ Curly Haircutting & Styling: The Essentials for Salon Success | 💲 Requires additional fee
- Educator: Martina Nicholas
- Type: Hands-On Workshop
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Location: W310
- Why Go: Foundational cutting and styling techniques for curly textures—critical knowledge for inclusive stylists.
💸 The Ultimate System for Growing Your Ideal Clientele
- Educator: Hunter Donia
- Type: Free Class
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Location: W320
- Why Go: Real-world strategy for stylists ready to grow smarter, not harder. Hunter’s business classes always deliver.
👱🏾♀️Fabulous Foiling and Beautiful Balayage
- Educator: Adrienne Rogers, Product Club
- Type: Free Class
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Location: W318
- Why Go: Real stitch strategies and placement for beautifully customized color results in this entertaining and informative class.
💸 Become a Six-Figure Extension Artist – Guaranteed | 💲 Requires additional
- Educator: Hunter Donia
- Type: Master Class
- Time: 11:00 AM
- Location: W308
- Why Go: Designed for stylists who want to master the art of extensions and also continuously attract, convert, and retain extension clients for long-term success.
☀️ Afternoon
📸 LIVE FASHION HAIR: Gloss & Glamour – High-Fashion Techniques in Hair & Nail Design
- Educators: Kristy Meakin, Celeste Marquez, William Camargo, Joel Torres, Brandi LaShay, Kimberly Ibbotson
- Type: Master Class
- Time: 1:30 PM
- Location: Main Stage
- Why Go: From catwalk to client, this class blends fashion-forward looks with salon-ready execution.
💸 Unshakeable: The Recession-Proof Client Experience
- Educator: Hunter Donia, Hair by Hunty
- Type: Free Class
- Time: 1:30 PM
- Location: W320
- Why Go: Implement innovative strategies in your client experience to not only survive – but thrive in any economic condition or market.
💸 Building a Brand That Endures: An Interactive Master Class | 💲 Requires additional
- Educator: Savanna Boda of Savanna Boda Aesthetics
- Type: Master Class
- Time: 2:00 PM
- Location: W303
- Why Go: Break down the core principles of branding and help apply them in real time through interactive exercises designed to sharpen your skills.
🎨 Color the Cut with Ted Gibson & Jason Backe | 💲 Requires additional fee
- Type: Hands-On Workshop
- Time: 2:30 PM
- Location: W312
- Why Go: Learn how two celebrity stylists blend cut, color, and confidence into camera-ready hair.
💈 LIVE FASHION HAIR: Elevated Men’s Grooming for the Modern Artist
- Educators: Chrystofer Benson, Hannah Benson, Carlos Pagan
- Type: Master Class
- Time: 3:15 PM
- Location: Main Stage
- Why Go: Advanced grooming techniques that mix precision with creativity—barbers and stylists alike will benefit.
👱🏾♀️Bleach with No Fear
- Educator: Sherry Ratay, Salon Ratay
- Type: Free Class
- Time: 3:15 PM
- Location: W321
- Why Go: Remove the fear of breaking the hair when bleaching the hair during a double process.
🧠Emotional & Artificial Intelligence: The New Communication Power Duo
- Educator: Bonnie Bonadeo, SOS Salon Coaching
- Type: Free Class
- Time: 3:15 PM
- Location: W320
- Why Go: Move beyond surface-level exchanges and step into transformational communication—the kind that inspires trust, loyalty, collaboration and sales.
🌙 Late Night
🎉 Opening Night Party @ Zouk Nightclub
- Time: 10:30 PM
- Location: Resorts World
- Why Go: The ultimate networking-meets-nightlife experience. Start the show weekend strong with DJs, cocktails, and community.
🗓 Sunday, June 22 — What Not to Miss
Sunday’s schedule leans bold and strategic, with education designed to elevate your skill set and sharpen your business instincts.
☕ Morning
➿ Elevate Texture: Curl Cutting & Shaping for All Textures
- Educator: Monaé Everett
- Type: Free Class
- Time: 9:00 AM
- Location: W320
- Why Go: One of the most respected names in textured education—this is a must for stylists looking to serve all hair types with confidence.
📸 Behind the Blowout: Blowdry Bootcamp with Presley Poe | 💲 Requires additional fee
- Educator: Presley Poe
- Type: Hands-On Workshop
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Location: W310
- Why Go: Redefine the blowout with high-performance, camera-ready techniques. Presley’s artistry and influence make this an elite pick.
🧠Navigating Autism and Sensory-Sensitive Guests
- Educator: Kate Owens, Sensory Safe Solutions
- Type: Free Class
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Location: W315
- Why Go: Meet the needs of guests with autism or sensory processing differences with tools and systems, creating trust not trauma, behind the chair.
☀️ Afternoon
💸 Brand You: Marketing Yourself as a Pro Artist
- Educator: Brandi LaShay
- Type: Master Class
- Time: 1:00 PM
- Location: W308
- Why Go: Packed with tips on building your brand, boosting visibility, and creating content that converts—Brandi’s advice is gold.
✂️ Modern Razor Cutting: Breaking the Mold
- Educator: Gerard Scarpaci
- Type: Free Class
- Time: 2:00 PM
- Location: W321
- Why Go: A rare free education session from a razor master—great for stylists looking to elevate their cutting skills and editorial edge.
💸 Business Behind the Chair: Inclusive Pricing, Client Retention, and Accessibility
- Educator: Dre Brown
- Type: Free Class
- Time: 4:00 PM
- Location: W319
- Why Go: Dre brings a fresh, equity-first approach to business education. Expect a conversation that’s as empowering as it is actionable.
🗓 Monday, June 23 — What Not to Miss
The final day brings fearless education in curls, fades, identity-first styling, and content strategy. Don’t sleep on these.
☀️ Morning
➿ Curl Confidence: Cutting + Coaching Curly Clients | 💲 Requires additional fee
- Educator: Keya Neal
- Type: Hands-On Workshop
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Location: W310
- Why Go: From technique to consultation, Keya blends curl education with cultural intelligence. Essential for building trust with textured clients.
💸 Utilize Social Media Marketing for Major Growth | 💲 Requires additional
- Educator: Jorge Arellano, Jorges Fades
- Type: Master Class
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Location: W308
- Why Go: Learn to operate like the pros, leveraging automation tools and AI to scale your social media marketing and grow your beauty business.
👱🏾♀️Blonding: A Blueprint for Stylists on Maximizing Results with Minimal Foils | 💲 Requires additional
- Educator: Stewart Vann, Stew Stylez
- Type: Master Class
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Location: W303
- Why Go: Learn to deliver stunning blonde transformations efficiently, utilizing advanced techniques to save time and product while achieving flawless results.
💈 Precision Clipper Cutting: Fade Techniques That Wow
- Educator: Byrd Mena
- Type: Free Class
- Time: 10:00 AM
- Location: W318
- Why Go: Known for his razor-sharp fades and viral tutorials, Byrd delivers pro-level education for barbers and stylists alike.
☀️ Afternoon
📸 The Art of Avant Garde: Pushing Creative Boundaries
- Educator: Lisa Lobosco
- Type: Master Class
- Time: 1:00 PM
- Location: W303
- Why Go: High-fashion meets salon technique in this creative session for stylists looking to level up their editorial portfolio.
✂️ Scissors, Clippers, Confidence: Gender-Free Haircutting Techniques
- Educator: Jamie DiGrazia
- Type: Free Class
- Time: 2:00 PM
- Location: W321
- Why Go: Jamie’s work is pioneering in gender-affirming hair design. This is essential education for inclusive stylists.
💸 From Client to Creator: Building a Personal Brand on Social Media
- Educator: Shelley Gregory
- Type: Free Class
- Time: 3:30 PM
- Location: W320
- Why Go: Shelley’s ultra-polished aesthetic has earned her major digital clout. Learn how she builds content—and clientele—organically.
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