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The BEAUTY&SPA Insiders 2023 Program Is Here!

Discover and redefine your craft by celebrating the Australian beauty and medi-aesthetics industry this October.

Are you looking for ways to elevate your aesthetics and beauty business? Then mark your calendar on October 16 for the upcoming BEAUTY&SPA Insiders event at Pier One in Sydney. Now in its fourth instalment, this premier industry event is designed for industry professionals who are looking to gain valuable insights, connect with peers, and stay ahead of the latest trends in the beauty and medi-aesthetics industry.

The event will pre-commence with a breakfast masterclass for registered attendees (more info to come soon), followed by the main registration and an insider showcase to welcome attendees into the day ahead.

Our program was developed by the SPA+CLINIC and Professional Beauty teams, who made sure to include topics that are relevant for anyone in the aesthetics industry, no matter your qualification. This B2B event is suitable for beauty therapists, dermal therapists, dermal clinicians, cosmetic nurses, cosmetic physicians, cosmetic surgeons, plastic surgeons, wellness practitioners, and anyone working at a beauty and aesthetic business, such as receptionist and marketing teams.

Our BSI speakers are experts in their fields, looking forward to sharing their knowledge with you.

Kath Merlo is the Co-Founder of KAILO Medispa and has been pivotal in the successful positioning of the KAILO brand as a leading wellness destination both here in Australia and internationally. Kath is passionate about researching the latest in health and wellness techniques around the world, and bringing these to the Australian market.
Terri is revered as one of the most innovative and qualified professionals in the industry. A passionate visionary driven to create the highest quality and highest potency products on the market, Terri harnesses her own unique synergy of scientific expertise and passion for ethical beauty to formulate transformative cosmeceuticals.

Formulator and Founder Terri Vinson (Synergie Skin) will share her journey of becoming a CEO, including its pros and cons, whilst Dr Donna Marçal (co-founder of Dermatonics) will lead an interactive Q&A session on supporting your clients by creating a referral system.

A valuable session by Dr Kate Jameson, founder and medical director of Youth Lab, will be based on ‘How To Create A Business Plan’. The session will provide participants with valuable information and resources that they can use to create effective business plans that will help them grow and maintain their business in various economic climates.

Kelly George is a Registered Cosmetic Nurse and the Founder Kelly George Aesthetics, KGA Body and KGA Clinic Coach. With over 16 years’ experience in the medical aesthetics industry, Kelly has successfully created one of Australia’s leading skin and anti-ageing destinations.
Daniel Dickson is an experienced and accomplished Managing Director with an impressive record of successfully mentoring emergent DMK Distributors and Clinics, with a reputation as a difficult commercial situation & business turn-around specialist.

The event will also feature discussions on important topics such as creating a safe space for LGBTIQA+ staff and clients, elevating the client experience, keeping up with technology, and building and retaining an exceptional team. A panel on ‘Elevating The Client Experience’ will be led by industry leaders such as Cecilia Ferreyra (Sofitel Spa Director), Jessika Briggenshaw (Made by Jessika Clinic), and Michelle Reeve (Waterlily). Kelly George (registered cosmetic nurse and founder of Kelly George Aesthetics) will talk to us about ‘Building and Retaining An Exceptional Team’, and we’ll include a Q&A session with Former DMK CEO Daniel Dickson.

The event will provide valuable insights on supporting clients’ mind-skin-health connection by creating a referral system. This session will be led by Dr Toni Pikoos, clinical psychologist, and Fiona Tuck, nutritional medicine practitioner and skin expert, as well as Dermatologist Dr Shreya Andric and Kath Merlo (KAILO Medispa).

Fiona Tuck is one of Australia’s most well-respected skincare and nutrition experts. She has over 30 years of experience in the professional skincare industry and is known in the media as ‘the myth buster’. Fiona’s in-depth knowledge has made her a sought-after media commentator and one of Australia’s most televised nutrition and skin experts.
Dr Toni Pikoos is a clinical psychologist and postdoctoral researcher from Melbourne, Australia. She is one of few psychologists who specialises in the treatment and research of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD) and other body image disorders.
Dr Ian Chinsee is a qualified medical practitioner who graduated from the University of Queensland in 2007. He has a keen interest in remaining at the forefront of the latest surgical techniques and advancements, particularly in the field of anti-aging treatments and regenerative medicine.
Dr Tania Romano is a biomedical scientist and physiologist, holding a Bachelor of Science (Hons) and a PhD in Physiology from The University of Melbourne. Together with her research group, Dr Romano has authored over 30 original scientific manuscripts, published in many high profile national and international peer-reviewed journals.

The day will conclude with a session on ‘2024 Trends / The Future of Beauty and Aesthetics’ led by Dr Tania Romano, head of medical and education at SkinCeuticals, and Dr Ian Chinsee, cosmetic surgeon and director of Inigo Cosmetic. They will discuss and highlight the latest trends, including what we can expect in the year ahead.

Don’t miss your chance to attend!

Join us for presentations and panels from industry leaders and get ready to explore the trends, business tools, technologies, and news from well-loved and upcoming brands.

After a thriving sold-out success last year, be sure not to miss out! Tickets are limited and will sell out fast.

What’s included in your ticket:

  • Diverse program of presentations, panel discussions, business coaching and interactive demonstrations
  • Access to BSI Showcase
  • Tea and Coffee on Arrival
  • Morning Tea, Lunch and Afternoon Tea
  • Sunset Networking cocktail event with drinks and canapes

See the full program here, and get your Early-bird tickets via our website here.

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