Brazen and Bold: Real, Raw, and Radically Honest Conversations for Entrepreneurs and Small Business Leaders

What happens when a stylist stops chasing double-booked days and decides to build a business around integrity, empathy, and wild profit margins? In this episode of Brazen and Bold, Heather Harris sits down with Shanna Moll—stylist, educator, Airstream nomad, and creator of Brilliant Bonding and Studio U Education. Shanna shares how a life-changing trip to Israel, a calling to serve guests with pro...

Salon success isn't luck—it's structure. In this Brazen & Bold conversation, Pinup Studio owner Christina Kirkey shares how she built an inclusive, high-energy culture (pink confetti cannons and all), then operationalized growth with a simple, editable system her whole team actually uses. The result? In their first full year with the Playbook, every stylist is on track to hit their annual goal—up...

Your salon might look amazing in person — but what does it look like online?   In this episode of Brazen & Bold, Heather sits down with Kip Dodson, owner of A Moment's Peace Salon & Day Spa and the mind behind the Digital Basic Score — a revolutionary audit that exposes what's really happening behind your digital storefront.   Kip reveals how his system helped him build over 14,000 verified review...

Salon Today's Stacey Soble joins Heather to unpack the evolution of salon ownership—how top owners moved from "busy behind the chair" to data-driven CEOs running profitable, sustainable companies. Stacey shares the backstory of Salon Today's Top 200, why Data Driven Salon Summit matters (even if you're "not a numbers person"), and practical ways to use software, KPIs, and best-practice essays to g...

In this special Brazen & Bold takeover, Lucy Randall, COO of Spark Pro Global, sits down with Spark's Client Success Managers—Peter, Vonn, Diether, and Paul—to reveal what really makes a virtual assistant partnership thrive. Learn proven systems for delegation, team leadership, and clarity-driven communication that turn overwhelm into growth. Discover how top business owners leverage virtual assis...

On this Brazen & Bold episode, host Heather Harris sits down with Chris Kenney and Julie Cabezas, the duo behind Self Made, to reveal the "high-ticket advantage" corporate leaders use to launch premium boutique consulting companies. If you've built empires for others, this is your blueprint to launch your brand, monetize your genius, and build your legacy—without burning out. You'll learn how to t...

In this episode of Brazen & Bold, Heather sits down with Kristi Day—visionary salon owner, international educator, and founder of Drop Dead Studio and Drop Dead Extensions. Kristi shares her raw and inspiring journey, from opening a salon at a young age to building a global brand with her husband, navigating alopecia with strength and humor, and creating space for innovation in the beauty industry...

In this Brazen & Bold episode, Heather Harris interviews Jacqueline Rodriguez—clean beauty expert, salon owner, and Holistic Salon Academy founder—on creating a sustainable salon that's profitable, non-toxic, and guest-obsessed. Learn how to transition from traditional products to eco-friendly salon systems, lead with conscious leadership, and use neuro coaching + energy healing to shift team cult...

What do gale-force winds, a $600 "little piece of glass," and a last-minute call to photograph two presidents have in common? Today's guest: Alec Watson. In this delightfully unhinged (in the best way) episode of Brazen & Bold, Heather and Alec kick off with a literal gear-rescue mission after a windswept dance shoot, detour through Heather's "iguana phase" chemical peel, and land on some of the w...

Ready to be inspired by two women who turned chaos into clarity and built a salon empire with heart, grit, and badass energy? 💥 What happens when you almost talk yourself out of chasing your dream… but then decide to do it anyway? That's exactly the moment Bennie Pollard shares in this episode of the Brazen & Bold Podcast. Heather Harris sits down with this award-winning salon owner, author, and...

Ready to be inspired by two women who turned chaos into clarity and built a salon empire with heart, grit, and badass energy? 💥 In this episode of Brazen and Bold, Heather sits down with Rhysa Anderson and Abigail Brown of Baddhare Salon and the Bad Hair Alliance. From their early days as stylist + assistant to becoming co-owners of a thriving 3,000 sq. ft. salon, these two share the real story b...

Brazen and Bold: Heather sits down with industry legend and changemaker Scott Buchanan—founder of Scott J Salons and President of Intercoiffure—for a conversation packed with wisdom, laughs, and leadership gems. Scott has achieved what few in beauty can: building a brand so strong that team members have stayed with him for 30+ years. Heather dives into his best practices for creating a household n...

This week, Heather sits down with Chris from Self-Made Sales — a powerhouse business coach who helps entrepreneurs realize their true worth, charge what they deserve, and sell their services with confidence. Chris dives into the surprising secret behind high-ticket success: self-love. He shares why leaning fully into your emotions (yep, even the messy ones like anger) is the key to showing up at 1...

What do you get when you mix marketing brains, salon grit, and a family-run hustle? You get Brynne Travis—Co-Founder of My Salon Concierge and your new favorite automation expert. In this high-energy episode, Heather and Brynne get real about what it takes to actually grow your salon in 2025. Brynne shares how she and her brother Jack turned their own salon experience into a lead-gen machine for s...

Stepping into Ownership: Real Talk with Jennifer In this episode, Jennifer gets real about what it's actually like taking over a salon. From balancing leadership with life to investing in herself through coaching (and even ChatGPT!), she shares the game-changing lessons she's learned. Her #1 tip? Treat your salon like a business. Know your numbers, document what works, and hire with purpose. It's...

Get ready for a wild (and inspiring!) ride on this episode of Brazen & Bold as Heather chats with the one and only Mitch Eubanks—salon owner, leader, and yes… former professional dancer! 💃✂ Before picking up a pair of shears, Mitch was dancing on stages across the country. But his biggest performance came after taking ownership of a salon in Florida—only to experience a full-blown walkout. 😱 Ins...

New episode: Heather sits down with Ross Loveland, founder of True Profit Salons and salon owner, who opens up about his lowest lows and how he rose above them. They dive into Profit First — a simple but powerful cash management system that helps salon owners set aside consistent profit, reduce stress, and make smarter decisions. Ross explains why Profit First is a game changer for salons: financi...

In this inspiring episode of Brazen & Bold, Heather sits down with the incredible Tammie Axworthy — salon owner, Goldwell National Artist, and Fashion Week stylist from Canada. Tammie shares her powerful philosophy: Don't be afraid to try something new. Whether you're a stylist, a business owner, or simply someone looking to step into your next big chapter, Tammie's advice rings true: say yes. You...

Ready to stop feeling awkward on camera and finally show up like the star you are? In this episode of Brazen and Bold, Heather sits down with on-camera coach (and her good friend!) Chris Sulimay, creator of the Elevated On-Camera Intensive, is happening September 6 & 7 in sunny Sarasota, Florida! They spill the secrets to finding your authentic voice, breaking through the fear of being seen, and c...

In this Brazen & Bold episode, Heather chats with the unstoppable Kati Whitledge — salon owner, psychology enthusiast, and the brilliant mind behind MYA. Frustrated by the beauty industry's sky-high marketing costs and low client retention rates, Kati set out to flip the script. Enter MYA: the game-changing platform helping salons turn website clicks into loyal clients, capture key data, and super...

In this episode, Heather sits down with the one and only Tim Howard — hairstylist, salon owner, and tech startup CIO of Vish, the revolutionary color management system shaking up the beauty industry. From behind the chair to behind the boardroom table, Tim shares the wild ride of building a tech company for salons, including the moment he realized his solution helped one salon erase *over \$1 mill...

In this episode of Brazen & Bold, Heather sits down with the powerhouse behind Salon 27, Amber Pope—a salon owner, educator, and industry force who's rewriting the rules of leadership. Amber opens up about how leading with compassion and staying fully present in the salon has allowed her to expand her influence beyond her own four walls. From working with top brands to contributing to game-changin...

In this episode of Brazen & Bold, Heather sits down with Bobbi, the powerhouse owner of Allure Salon, to talk about what it really takes to lead through change. Bobbi shares her journey of taking over an existing salon, the challenges she faced bringing in a new culture, and how she overcame resistance with confidence and clarity. From asking the hard questions most leaders avoid to creating team...

Get ready for a high-energy, no-fluff conversation with Michael Cole—Certified Financial Analyst, and powerhouse barbershop owner. 💥 In this episode of Brazen & Bold, Michael drops gold on what salons MUST prioritize to seriously increase revenue (hint: it's not just about booking more clients). He also gets real about why every salon—big or small—needs an exit strategy yesterday. Whether you're...

In this powerful episode, Heather sits down with Kip Dodson—a salon owner, marketing firm founder, and yes, a trained engineer—to unpack how data, systems, and heart can transform your salon business. Kip gets real about stylist turnover: why it happens, why it's inevitable, and most importantly—how to respond like a leader. He shares proven strategies to support your team so they want to stay wit...