WHEN
March 2, 2025 10am - 5pm
WHERE
Austin, TX at The Origin Hotel
GUIDES
It could be the most important financial decision you ever make for you, your family, and your team. Don't let your business become another statistic – be part of the 1 in 10 that successfully transitions.
Who this is for:
Are you…
Feeling overwhelmed by the weight of succession planning?
Ready to step back but worried about preserving your legacy?
Blessed with an amazing second-in-command and wanting to explore partnership? Or looking to find a buyer and what to know where to start?
Looking to reclaim your time while ensuring your business thrives?
This exclusive event is limited to ensure personalized attention for each participant.
What's Included:
Full-Day Intensive Masterclass
Comprehensive Case Studies and Planning Tools
Industry Trends and Valuation Insights
60-minute Discovery Session with Lightheart Sanders CPA
Lifetime Access to Online EXIT Education Portal
Personal EXIT Assessment and Strategic Analysis
WHEN
Starting February 27th
Session Dates: February 27, April 17, May 29th, July 10, August 21, October 2, November 13, December 4
90-minute group sessions meet Thursday's 2pm - 3:30pm CST
WHERE
Virtual over Zoom
GUIDES
Your vision is bigger than just a business—let's make it your legacy. Through Emerging Owners by Qnity, you'll gain the expertise, tools, and confidence to transform your salon ownership dreams into reality. With guidance from industry leaders Tom Kuhn and Heath Smith, you'll develop the skills to build something truly extraordinary.
Who this is for:
New salon/spa owners ready to master the art of business ownership
Soon-to-be owners preparing for their entrepreneurial journey
Aspiring owners seeking guidance before making the leap
You might be:
🎯 Transitioning from stylist to owner
🌱 Planning to open your first salon or spa
💼 Recently purchased or inherited a salon or spa
📈 Ready to turn your passion into a thriving business
🤝 Looking for guidance and support in your ownership journey
What's Included:
8 x 90-Minute Group Sessions led by Heath Smith and Tom Kuhn, covering best practices, accountability, celebrating wins, and tackling business challenges.
4 x 45-Minute Expert Sessions delivered virtually by industry leaders and subject matter experts in topics like Change Management, Financial Fundamentals, Navigating Legal & Compliance Issues, and more. Expert sessions include Q&A opportunities.
4 x 30-Minute 1x1 Advisory Sessions with Tom Kuhn and/or Heath Smith for personalized business guidance.
Access to industry-leading expertise and guidance
Peer network and accountability support
Real-world business strategies and solutions
WHEN
Starting March 20th, 2025
Session Dates: March 20, April 17, May 29, July 10, August 21, October 2, November 13, December 4
90-minute group sessions every 6 weeks on Thursday’s 12:00pm - 1:30pm CT
WHERE
Virtual over Zoom
GUIDES
Planning to transition your business in the next decade? With only 1 in 10 businesses successfully changing hands, your next move could be the most important financial decision for you, your family, and your team. Don't leave it to chance – join Succession Masterclass, a salon and spa specific workshop that turns transition uncertainty into a clear action plan.
Who this is for:
Are you a salon owner who:
Is considering transitioning ownership but unsure where to start?
Wants to reduce your day-to-day involvement while preserving your legacy?
Has a promising successor but needs help structuring the transition?
Feels ready to exit but wants to ensure maximum value for your business?your time while ensuring your business thrives?
What's Included:
8 Group Sessions (90 minutes each)
4 Expert Sessions (45 minutes each)
4 One-on-One Advisory Sessions (30 minutes each)
$300-$500 Credit Towards Business Valuation
Comprehensive Tools & Templates Package
GUIDES
TOM KUHN
Founder and CEO, Qnity and Qnity for Schools
Trusted financial expert and leader in the beauty and wellness industries, Tom has performed over 300 financial assessments, led groundbreaking studies on multi-location salon performance, and helped over 50 companies plan and execute their business transitions.
HEATH SMITH
Owner, Ruiz Salons, Lead Qnity Coach, and Lead Qnity Trainer
Heath Smith is a co-founder of the Ruiz companies in Austin, Texas. As Director of Operations, he has been instrumental in growing Ruiz to a multi-million dollar company recognized nationally by Salon Today Magazine, Day Spa Magazine, American Salon, Modern Salon, and the Austin Business Journal for its innovative business practices and unique employee culture.
CANDICE GILATTO
Owner, Citrus Salons, Lead Qnity Coach, and Lead Qnity Trainer
Candice is a Bay-Area Salon owner, with a recent expansion to multi-location. By leveraging the Qnity tools and practices in her own business, Candice has increased her profitability by 17%. With a passion for simplifying the financial practices for other businesses, Candice is Qnity’s first PROFIT Coach and Trainer, here to guide YOU through implementing the Qnity tools to do the same in your business.