Gina Bianca Podcast

Flashback to this amazing episode of Salon Ownership Unfiltered! Today, we sit down with Farhana Premji, owner of The Beige Label in Canada (@thebeigelabelsalon, @xo.farhana.balayage). Dive into the world of salon culture, hiring strategies, and differentiating your personal brand from your salon. Farhana shares her wealth of knowledge on what to look for in employees and much more! 🌟 Give her a...

What’s up you guys! It’s been a minute, but I’m so excited to share this story with you. This episode started as a rant during my mastermind power session about why feedback is truly a gift — if you let it be one. I dive into how often we get complaints, how we gather and encourage feedback, and how I personally handle certain situations. I also share a recent experience I had at a restaurant wher...

Flashback Friday - Enjoy this amazing episode of Salon Ownership Unfiltered. This episode is a journey with the incredible Daniel Mason-Jones, owner of Muse Salon and Spa in Atlanta Georgia (@danielmasonones @‌musesalonandspa)! 🌟 This was another one of my absolute favorite episodes with one of my favorite people! We discuss culture, tipping and so much more - a must listen for any stylist, salon...

Welcome BACK to Salon Ownership Unfiltered where I finally got to link up with Diana aka @DVCOLOUR the owner of @VIVIDSALONDV where we dove into salon ownership, building a brand and so much more. I have followed and admired Diana for many years and am excited for you to hear her story!

Amazing episode today with Misty Jayne! She's an amazing accountability coach that helps hairstylists with money!   https://www.mistyjayne.com/financial-flow

Are you doing this super unprofessional thing?

Hi friends! I don't talk about Mom life that much but heres how I have been managing it and balancing being a small business owner and first time mom with one mantra!

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This episode is me doing a Q+A from my Mastermind Facebook group! I got some really good questions and I wanted to share my answers here on the podcast. I answered questions like: How to get OUT from behind the chair but still stay inspired? Whats the difference between an owner and a leader? What should I know while I am looking for my new space (leaving a suite)? and more! I also mentioned donat...

This season we are focused on improving your end to end salon experience! This series is great for all stylists, salon owners, booth renters and suite owners! To join my mastermind group and gain access to this year's curriculum and coaching, visit www.thenetworkmastermind.com  

It's been real! Thank you all so much for joining me on this journey! If you are looking to elevate your guest experience in 2025, my focus will be on the end to end salon experience. I am so excited to work on what I believe truly matters in our industry and that is providing an amazing experience to our clients. Love you all so much and happy new year!

🎙️ Episode 157: In this episode, we’re joined by Scott Moon @‌scott._.moon, CEO of Salon S.O.S. @ salon.s.o.s , a digital marketing and social media consultant dedicated to helping salons thrive. Scott is a salon growth catalyst who specializes in creating effective loyalty programs that not only boost customer retention but also help salons stop leaving money on the table. Scott shares his expert...

🎙️ Episode 156: We’re ending the series with a full circle moment, bringing back the one and only Victor Valverde! In this episode, we dive into important topics like longevity in the beauty industry, smart investments, and the changing landscape of influencer culture. Victor shares his invaluable insights on sustaining a long-term career in the beauty industry, how to make investments that suppor...

🎙️ Episode 155: Meet Jennifer Jade Alvarez, a successful salon owner and mentor with a passion for helping salon owners build profitable, resilient businesses. With over 20 years of experience in the beauty industry, Jennifer specializes in hair extensions, bridal services, and scaling businesses. She’s the founder of a seven-figure salon and an educator who’s worked with top haircare brands and c...

🎙️ Episode 154: Join us as we chat with Kate Gaynor @kategaynor_ , Certified Master Stylist and co-owner of Mane + Soul. With years of experience in the hair industry, Kate specializes in blonde and lived-in color, as well as hand-tied extensions. Before owning Mane + Soul, Kate worked at several salons and was presented with the opportunity to pursue her dream of salon ownership alongside two of...

🎙️ Episode 153: Join us for an inspiring conversation with Sally Lemmo @clevelandhairboss, owner of Hair Boss University, a salon and advanced academy space in the Cleveland area. In this episode, Sally shares her chaotic journey through salon ownership, detailing her experience of losing everything and rising from the ashes to sell multiple salons for a profit. Sally’s story is one of resilience...

🎙️ Episode 152: Join us as we chat with Erin Mills @erin.mills, the owner of Theory Salon in Orlando, Florida @theorysalons. Erin's mission is to create a salon environment where everyone—guests and team members alike—feels safe, cared for, and heard. Her commitment to fostering a supportive atmosphere is evident in the positive impact her salon team makes in the community every day. In this episo...

🎙️ Episode 151: Meet Candice Motley @masterywithmot, aka Mot, the visionary owner of @garnishextensionsstudio in North Carolina! With over 24 years in the beauty industry, Mot has made her mark as an innovator and pioneer in hair extensions and replacement services. As the owner of one of the East Coast's top extension salons, Mot and her team are dedicated to providing life-changing services that...

🎙️ Episode 150: Join me for an enlightening conversation with Jennifer and Paul Misciagno, the dynamic owners of Strand Salon in Glastonbury, CT (@strandsalonct). In this episode, we explore the concept of a departmentalized salon and discuss the nuances of leadership, management, and working together as a husband and wife team. Paul Misciagno has been a leader in the hair industry for over 25 yea...

🎙️ Episode 149: Get ready to be inspired by Orlando Rodriguez, the visionary owner of @‌theorlandosalon! Orlando and his team are doing so many incredible things in the salon industry that it’s hard to list them all. Having followed their journey for over 10 years, I’m continually impressed by their engaging content and social media presence. In this episode, we dive into Orlando’s approach to sta...

🎙️ Episode 147: Join us for a compelling conversation with Brittany Byrd @‌blondebybritt, owner of @‌blondifystudio in NYC, known for her expertise in platinum blonding and balayage. With 20 years of experience and a diverse background spanning cities like Atlanta, Miami, and now New York, Brittany has worked with high-profile clients including Bethany Frankel, Paris Hilton, and Tommy Genesis. In...

🎙️ Episode 148: Join us for an engaging conversation with Nikki Stanek (@stitchedbynikki) and Alyssa Nicolett (@alyssanicolett), the dynamic duo and co-owners of Bloom Salon in Westport, CT (@bloom.westport). As new salon owners with two years of experience, they have successfully navigated their journey together, operating three suites and cultivating a positive team culture. In this episode, we...

🎙️ Episode 146: This week, we flip the script as Nicky Gateman, aka @‌knot_and_mane, interviews the talented Gina Sicard, @‌iamginabianca! Join us for a captivating conversation where Gina shares her journey in the beauty industry, from her early days to becoming a successful salon owner and educator. In this episode, Gina opens up about her experiences, challenges, and the lessons she’s learned a...

🎙️ Episode 145: Join us for an inspiring conversation with Meg Hardee, salon owner of Olive + Ivy in Cincinnati, Ohio. Meg runs a dynamic training program for "baby stylists," nurturing the next generation of talent in the industry. Known for her vibrant rainbow hair creations and stunning extensions, she collaborates with Danger Jones Color to bring a splash of color to the Midwest. In this episo...

🎙️ Episode 144: Join us as we chat with Nikki Kepley @‌craft_and_mane, a dynamic stylist, salon owner of Ivy House Salon @‌ivy.house.salon in downtown Jamestown, NC, and an Salon Suites owner @‌suitesbyivyhouse. Nikki leads a talented team of 10 independent stylists and balances her time behind the chair with the many responsibilities that come with running a salon. In this episode, we discuss Nik...