Caroline Hirons Leads the Lineup at The Salon Owners Summit 2026

Following the significant success of previous years, Phorest, the global salon, spa and clinic software company, is excited to announce the return of its highly anticipated 10th annual Salon Owners Summit in 2026. 

This landmark event, themed "Thrive: The human experience, powered by technology," will gather hundreds of salon and clinic owners from around the world at the Dublin Royal Convention Centre, Ireland, on Saturday and Sunday, January 25th & 26th, 2026. This two-day summit promises a deep dive into inspiration, education, and strategic business growth, demystifying how technology and AI can support and elevate a human-first business.

Phorest is proud to announce Caroline Hirons, the internationally acclaimed skincare expert, author, and entrepreneur, as one of its main keynote speakers. Caroline's journey from skincare enthusiast to multi-award-winning consultant and brand owner, including her groundbreaking Skin Rocks, embodies the spirit of innovation and community. 

Renowned for her honest, science-backed approach and ability to redefine consumer skincare, Caroline doesn't just advise; she shapes trends and builds empires, having cultivated one of the beauty industry's largest and most trusting communities. Her invaluable insights and unique perspective will undoubtedly ignite passion and drive business forward for attendees and empower salon and clinic owners to thrive in a technologically advanced landscape.

Generating an electrifying atmosphere, the Phorest Salon Owners Summit draws business owners from the UK, Ireland, US, Canada, Finland, Germany, the Netherlands, Australia, and many other countries, solidifying its status as an unmissable fixture in the industry's calendar. From first look at the latest innovations in software to high energy networking and knowledge sharing with the brightest businesses in the world, it’s an experiential growth programme for salon, spa and clinic leaders packed into two days.

Early Bird tickets are now available here to secure your place at this unmissable event.