Saturday, 23 September 2023
Tuesday, 26 September 2023
Saturday, 23 September 2023
Tuesday, 26 September 2023
Kao Salon Global Experience [Chicago]
McCormick Place, Chicago, IL 60616, USA
Saturday, 23 September 2023 - Tuesday, 26 September 2023
About
EXPERIENCE IT FOR YOURSELF
Kao Salon Division is inviting stylists from all over the world to the Kao Salon Global Experience. An event, which is more than a hairshow, it is an unforgettable celebration of Creativity, Culture and Community. Most importantly it‘s about experiencing the Kao Salon Community – it‘s like coming home to the coolest family reunion ever!
COME ENERGIZE YOUR CREATIVITY
This is where the next trends are born and the fashion future is on display. Immerse yourself in the freshest color concepts, the edgiest street styles, and tomorrow's most influential trends. This is the place to recharge your imagination and your love for your craft.
COME SOAK IN THE CULTURE
Meet the scientists developing the next generation of products, the experts predicting consumer trends, and the entire Kao Salon team. They're here for you alongside our artists to share our culture of innovation, imagination, and salon success.
COME CELEBRATE WITH YOUR COMMUNITY
Lifelong friendships and creative partnerships are born at Global Experience. Where else can you meet (and party with) so many diverse yet like-minded artists from all around the world?
CHICAGO
SEPTEMBER 24-25, 2023
Chicago is famous for its soaring architecture, iconic museums and miles of gorgeous lakefront, all set to the beat of the world’s best jazz and blues music.
That’s the captivating backdrop for Kao Salon Global Experience 2023, so save the date!
Schedule
Guest Arrival
23 September 2023 at 11:00:00
UK & Ireland Welcome Drinks
23 September 2023 at 18:30:00
Doors Open
24 September 2023 at 08:00:00
Welcome
24 September 2023 at 08:30:00
LIVE COMPETITION
24 September 2023 at 09:00:00
Best of Education- ACADEMY STAGE OPEN!
24 September 2023 at 09:00:00
Community Area OPEN- Sunday Only!
24 September 2023 at 09:00:00
Judging Final Results
24 September 2023 at 12:00:00
Pre-show Gathering- CASH BAR
24 September 2023 at 19:00:00
Global Creative Awards- Winner Announcements
24 September 2023 at 20:00:00
Gala After Party
24 September 2023 at 21:30:00
Doors Open
25 September 2023 at 10:00:00
Best of Inspiration - Artist Sessions
25 September 2023 at 11:00:00
Farewell Party (Doors open at 9pm)
25 September 2023 at 20:00:00
Speakers
Ticket Includes
• Three nights accommodation at the Marriott Marquis Chicago (Sat 23rd, Sun 24th & Mon 25th September)
• Full access to UK and Kao Salon Global Experience event programme
• Event transportation offered on main event days
• UK & Ireland Welcome Drinks
• Finger food and drinks served at evening events
Event Gallery
KAO Salon Division Portfolio
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During the Showcase Events we will introduce Color Atelier, the new Masterbrand Campaign that has been developed to support the salon industry by championing professional color services and by helping grow end consumers’ trust and desire for professional color services.
We will also introduce Topchic Zero, the newest addition to the iconic permanent in-salon color, Topchic, and another breakthrough hair color innovation by Goldwell. The conscious, incredibly caring, and ammonia-free formula allows stylists and consumers to feel good about more than just the color result.
Topchic Zero is CONSCIOUS. PROGRESSIVE. RESPONSIBLE. INSIDE AND OUT.”
Upcoming Events
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