{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/68ae8d95982c36846e0fafac/6a307d080592e82545cc358c?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"From Stigma to Success | The Evolution of the Hair Industry Ft. Brian Ahrens ","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/68ae8d95982c36846e0fafac/1781562463864-7c574562-fc52-4345-9e95-d371eb89edf9.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Welcome to the very first episode of the Maneframe Podcast!✨</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, we sit down with Brian Ahrens, a beauty industry veteran with over 40 years of experience working alongside some of the biggest professional hair care brands across North America. From starting his journey as an entrepreneur to leading renowned brands like Goldwell, KMS, Aveda, Revlon, American Crew, CND, Joico, STMNT, Authentic Beauty Concept, and Zotos, Brian shares the lessons, challenges, and opportunities that shaped his remarkable career.</p><p><br></p><p>We dive into the evolution of the North American hair industry, what separates thriving salons from struggling ones, and why great people, great products, and strong profitability remain the foundation of every successful beauty business.</p><p><br></p><p>Brian also shares his perspective on the future of the salon industry, the growing role of technology, and how Maneframe is helping hairstylists, salon owners, and beauty professionals build stronger, more connected businesses.</p><p><br></p><p>Whether you're a hairstylist, salon owner, beauty entrepreneur, educator, distributor, or industry leader, this conversation is packed with valuable insights from someone who has seen the industry evolve firsthand.</p>","author_name":"JEFF ALFORD"}