RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_fa9f57b0-3c3b-4d07-931f-f4b56915d4b6 -- Rendered At Tue, 19 May 2026 23:24:09 +0000 The Connector https://redcircle.com/shows/the-connector en-US All rights reserved. Intercoiffure America Canada The Connector, the official podcast of Intercoiffure America Canada, is designed to connect salon owners and professionals with the leaders, artists, and innovators shaping the future of professional salons. Each episode brings listeners into thoughtful conversations with some of the most interesting voices from across the industry—from salon owners and rising leaders to educators, artists, brand innovators, and technology pioneers. fa9f57b0-3c3b-4d07-931f-f4b56915d4b6 The Connector, the official podcast of Intercoiffure America Canada, is designed to connect salon owners and professionals with the leaders, artists, and innovators shaping the future of professional salons. Each episode brings listeners into thoughtful conversations with some of the most interesting voices from across the industry—from salon owners and rising leaders to educators, artists, brand innovators, and technology pioneers.

]]> episodic no Intercoiffure America Canada gordon@socialbeautymakers.com no full 10. Icons & Masters: Tabatha Coffey on Mindset 10. Icons & Masters: Tabatha Coffey on Mindset 10 Intercoiffure America Canada Tabatha Coffey is, without question, one of the most iconic, well-known, and most respected hairdressers on the planet today.  Her no-nonsense take on building a successful career and business in our industry has inspired countless professionals to greater success. Tabatha joins host and ICA General Manager Gordon Miller to discuss the power of our mindsets to impact our careers, businesses, and lives in profoundly positive ways.

]]> <p>Tabatha Coffey is, without question, one of the most iconic, well-known, and most respected hairdressers on the planet today.  Her no-nonsense take on building a successful career and business in our industry has inspired countless professionals to greater success. Tabatha joins host and ICA General Manager Gordon Miller to discuss the power of our mindsets to impact our careers, businesses, and lives in profoundly positive ways.</p> 0892e84b-e055-47f7-a6e9-756766ba932f https://redcircle.com/shows/fa9f57b0-3c3b-4d07-931f-f4b56915d4b6/episodes/625cb674-8c49-42a0-9bb8-2fee68dab8f2 Wed, 13 May 2026 07:00:55 +0000 2604 no full 9. Icons and Master: Candy Shaw, Sunlights Pro & Jamison Shaw Hairdressers 9. Icons and Master: Candy Shaw, Sunlights Pro & Jamison Shaw Hairdressers 9 Intercoiffure America Canada Known throughout the industry as an absolute master of the art, craft, and business of hairdressing, Candy Shaw is also among Intercoiffure's most recognized and respected members. The 2025 NAHA Educator of the Year has been changing careers and lives for decades. In this episode, Candy brings us some of the stories, beliefs, and practices behind her most iconic career.

]]> <p>Known throughout the industry as an absolute master of the art, craft, and business of hairdressing, Candy Shaw is also among Intercoiffure&#39;s most recognized and respected members. The 2025 NAHA Educator of the Year has been changing careers and lives for decades. In this episode, Candy brings us some of the stories, beliefs, and practices behind her most iconic career.</p> 36ce5a2a-907d-42fb-a22c-590d0c489399 https://redcircle.com/shows/fa9f57b0-3c3b-4d07-931f-f4b56915d4b6/episodes/2f5d509a-28a2-4b97-8be7-4ba3bcb1f126 Wed, 06 May 2026 07:00:52 +0000 2849 no full 8. Leadership with Tatum Neill, Elevate, Neill Corp 8. Leadership with Tatum Neill, Elevate, Neill Corp 8 Intercoiffure America Canada A member of the iconic Neill family (owners of Neill Corp, Serious Business, Aveda Arts Institutes, Paris Parker Salons), hairdresser, and founder of Elevate Hair, Tatum has made his unique mark on the industry. He joins Gordon to discuss leadership in 2026, the state of social media, and even a dive into hair trends.

]]> <p>A member of the iconic Neill family (owners of Neill Corp, Serious Business, Aveda Arts Institutes, Paris Parker Salons), hairdresser, and founder of Elevate Hair, Tatum has made his unique mark on the industry. He joins Gordon to discuss leadership in 2026, the state of social media, and even a dive into hair trends.</p> 59afdd6f-87b9-467e-82ad-08bf91d3af06 https://redcircle.com/shows/fa9f57b0-3c3b-4d07-931f-f4b56915d4b6/episodes/7b1d3a81-a67a-4f99-94b8-99959d2c4201 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 07:00:42 +0000 2787 no full 7. AI and the Salon, Part 2: Sam Brocato, Sam Brocato Salon 7. AI and the Salon, Part 2: Sam Brocato, Sam Brocato Salon 7 Intercoiffure America Canada Sam Brocato returns to share more of his very practical perspective on AI's power to transform salons. Sam Brocato Salon uses AI across virtually every area of the business. From staff training and 24/7 customer support to financial and business analysis, we dig into some real-world examples of how AI is benefiting Sam's team, clients, and larger business.

]]> <p>Sam Brocato returns to share more of his very practical perspective on AI&#39;s power to transform salons. Sam Brocato Salon uses AI across virtually every area of the business. From staff training and 24/7 customer support to financial and business analysis, we dig into some real-world examples of how AI is benefiting Sam&#39;s team, clients, and larger business.</p> 6764697a-85dc-4a33-966b-d6b0f1b79ff4 https://redcircle.com/shows/fa9f57b0-3c3b-4d07-931f-f4b56915d4b6/episodes/83d9fe16-8e9d-49d3-9975-c1cc163dec05 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 07:00:03 +0000 2747 no full 6. Icons & Masters Series: ICA & Wella Professionals Sonya Dove 6. Icons & Masters Series: ICA & Wella Professionals Sonya Dove 6 Intercoiffure America Canada AI Artistic Director Sonya Dove joins The Connector to preview “The Power of Connection.” She shares how creativity is shaped through collaboration, culture, and community—and why the relationships we build, behind the chair and beyond, are essential to growth, inspiration, and lasting success in today’s evolving salon industry.

]]> <p>AI Artistic Director Sonya Dove joins The Connector to preview “The Power of Connection.” She shares how creativity is shaped through collaboration, culture, and community—and why the relationships we build, behind the chair and beyond, are essential to growth, inspiration, and lasting success in today’s evolving salon industry.</p> cc3106a9-bbd3-4c30-a6fe-02e2292b147d https://redcircle.com/shows/fa9f57b0-3c3b-4d07-931f-f4b56915d4b6/episodes/68d11926-57c6-43bc-b6ea-7a861cf4f14a Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:00:58 +0000 1816 no full 5. Icons & Masters Series: Aveda’s Antoinette Beenders 5. Icons & Masters Series: Aveda’s Antoinette Beenders 5 Intercoiffure America Canada Aveda’s Senior Vice President of Global Artistry Antoinette Beenders is arguably one of the most iconic and masterful hairdressers of the modern era. Last year, she was named PBA’s North American Hairdressing Awards Legendary Icon, “paying tribute to a prolific career of sophisticated, experimental, and boundary-pushing hair, makeup, and fashion”. Antoinette joins Gordon to share her thoughts on the evolution of creativity and collaboration over the course of her 40+ year career.

]]> <p>Aveda’s Senior Vice President of Global Artistry Antoinette Beenders is arguably one of the most iconic and masterful hairdressers of the modern era. Last year, she was named PBA’s North American Hairdressing Awards Legendary Icon, “paying tribute to a prolific career of sophisticated, experimental, and boundary-pushing hair, makeup, and fashion”. Antoinette joins Gordon to share her thoughts on the evolution of creativity and collaboration over the course of her 40+ year career.</p> 679d7dba-1463-4c2e-81ad-cd5a22a0c217 https://redcircle.com/shows/fa9f57b0-3c3b-4d07-931f-f4b56915d4b6/episodes/d0041bee-f6e4-428b-9dfd-bfdea76a5f8b Wed, 08 Apr 2026 07:00:31 +0000 2005 no full 4. Understanding the Data with Alain Audet, the KIM Report 4. Understanding the Data with Alain Audet, the KIM Report 4 Intercoiffure America Canada In this episode, we sit down with Alain Audet, SalonInteractive's KIM Report, to break down what’s really happening inside the salon industry right now...informed through the lens of real data from real salons. More importantly, KIM helps to connect the dots between insight and action.

]]> <p>In this episode, we sit down with Alain Audet, SalonInteractive&#39;s KIM Report, to break down what’s really happening inside the salon industry right now...informed through the lens of real data from real salons. More importantly, KIM helps to connect the dots between insight and action.</p> 57e8c8de-dfab-49b0-8047-d37ecb3e8e31 https://redcircle.com/shows/fa9f57b0-3c3b-4d07-931f-f4b56915d4b6/episodes/04e533b5-dfe0-4bae-9a95-ef6d510541b3 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 07:00:39 +0000 2133 no full 3. AI and the Salon, Part 1: Sam Brocato, Sam Brocato Salon 3. AI and the Salon, Part 1: Sam Brocato, Sam Brocato Salon 3 Intercoiffure America Canada In this episode, host Gordon Miller is joined by Sam Brocato, a leading voice in the industry, to share his perspective on the power of AI to transform salons. Sam Brocato Salon uses AI across virtually every area of the business. From staff training and 24/7 customer support to financial and business analysis, Sam is a role model for our industry. This was so good that part 2 will be coming next.

]]> <p>In this episode, host Gordon Miller is joined by Sam Brocato, a leading voice in the industry, to share his perspective on the power of AI to transform salons. Sam Brocato Salon uses AI across virtually every area of the business. From staff training and 24/7 customer support to financial and business analysis, Sam is a role model for our industry. This was so good that part 2 will be coming next.</p> d974c486-e6af-4083-be44-71f37c69fbd2 https://redcircle.com/shows/fa9f57b0-3c3b-4d07-931f-f4b56915d4b6/episodes/cb85c4f5-5f4c-41a4-8eb4-b52932f518df Wed, 25 Mar 2026 07:00:47 +0000 2659 no full 2. Business Fundamentals with Antony Whitaker, GrowMySalonBusiness.com & Podcast 2. Business Fundamentals with Antony Whitaker, GrowMySalonBusiness.com & Podcast 2 Intercoiffure America Canada Renowned salon business educator & coach Antony Whitaker joins host Gordon Miller, ICA general manager, to discuss the foundational issues that underpin long-term, sustainable success. The founder and host of the Grow My Salon Business educational platform and podcast, Antony is known for his decades of insights into how salons and pros alike can successfully navigate our ever-changing industry and world.

]]> <p>Renowned salon business educator &amp; coach Antony Whitaker joins host Gordon Miller, ICA general manager, to discuss the foundational issues that underpin long-term, sustainable success. The founder and host of the Grow My Salon Business educational platform and podcast, Antony is known for his decades of insights into how salons and pros alike can successfully navigate our ever-changing industry and world.</p> b7310028-3ec3-418e-aca3-3056390f29b2 https://redcircle.com/shows/fa9f57b0-3c3b-4d07-931f-f4b56915d4b6/episodes/57675236-9093-4fe2-b5cb-7e09bd21e77c Wed, 18 Mar 2026 07:00:41 +0000 2771 no full 1. Welcome to The Connector 1. Welcome to The Connector 1 Intercoiffure America Canada Welcome to the very first episode of The Connector, the podcast from Intercoiffure America Canada.

Host Gordon Miller, ICA’s General Manager, is joined by Scott Buchanan, President of Intercoiffure America Canada and owner of Scott J. Salons.

In this kickoff episode, Gordon and Scott share updates on ICA initiatives and then dive into a discussion about business best practices, KPIs, and the metrics that matter most for salon owners and their teams. This is the 1st in a new weekly series designed to connect salon owners and professionals with the ideas, leaders, and conversations shaping the future of professional beauty.

]]> <p>Welcome to the very first episode of The Connector, the podcast from Intercoiffure America Canada.</p><p>Host Gordon Miller, ICA’s General Manager, is joined by Scott Buchanan, President of Intercoiffure America Canada and owner of Scott J. Salons.</p><p>In this kickoff episode, Gordon and Scott share updates on ICA initiatives and then dive into a discussion about business best practices, KPIs, and the metrics that matter most for salon owners and their teams. This is the 1st in a new weekly series designed to connect salon owners and professionals with the ideas, leaders, and conversations shaping the future of professional beauty.</p> 715885b8-6f79-4c11-acd1-8971c70f0a14 https://redcircle.com/shows/fa9f57b0-3c3b-4d07-931f-f4b56915d4b6/episodes/4c31f0e6-1639-4366-b3df-396eb0b6a319 Wed, 11 Mar 2026 07:00:15 +0000 2147 no