Brigitte Barrios is the founder of Fresca Beauty, an award-winning wax and skincare beauty bar in Toronto. With over four years as a Bushbalm Pro and extensive experience in the beauty industry, she has mastered the art of hair removal, specializing in waxing and sugaring techniques that prioritize precision and client comfort.

Her expertise has earned her recognition, including the Canadian Choice Award for Best Wax and Sugaring Salon, and she is passionate about training aspiring beauty professionals in advanced waxing and skincare treatments.

Known for her meticulous approach and commitment to excellence, Brigitte continues to set the standard for results-driven services in a luxurious setting.

Alicia Yap is the founder and Educational Director of ClaraDerma Academy and the founder of the Claraderma+ Medical Aesthetics and laser clinic. Alicia is a skin diagnostician and laser enthusiast! She is an Advanced Practitioner, Certified Laser Technician, and Master Medical Aesthetician. Alicia’s early struggle with body hair and skin concerns inspired her to seek effective, permanent solutions, which led to her discovering the benefits of Lasers and the Medical Aesthetic Industry.

Throughout her career, she has worked alongside top industry professionals, dermatologists, and physicians, while attending elite conferences, exclusive master classes, and conducting in-depth research. This wealth of expertise has been meticulously distilled into the Advanced Medical Aesthetics and Laser Program Essentials Certificate—a comprehensive program designed by her to empower the next generation of medical aestheticians with unparalleled knowledge and skills.

Alicia Yap is the founder and Educational Director of ClaraDerma Academy and the founder of the Claraderma+ Medical Aesthetics and laser clinic. Alicia is a skin diagnostician and laser enthusiast! She is an Advanced Practitioner, Certified Laser Technician, and Master Medical Aesthetician. Alicia’s early struggle with body hair and skin concerns inspired her to seek effective, permanent solutions, which led to her discovering the benefits of Lasers and the Medical Aesthetic Industry.

Throughout her career, she has worked alongside top industry professionals, dermatologists, and physicians, while attending elite conferences, exclusive master classes, and conducting in-depth research. This wealth of expertise has been meticulously distilled into the Advanced Medical Aesthetics and Laser Program Essentials Certificate—a comprehensive program designed by her to empower the next generation of medical aestheticians with unparalleled knowledge and skills.

Mr. Clément Beaumont is the CEO of Dectro International, a Canadian company specialized in the conception and manufacturing of permanent hair removal and aesthetic equipment for more than 40 years.

Mr. Beaumont is directing the R & D department of Dectro International to develop and improve new technology for the permanent hair removal and aesthetic care markets. He is very active in the conception of Apilus computerized electroepilation systems, which integrates intelligent technologies within the electrolysis practice.

Mr. Beaumont is regularly travelling to international conventions to assist Dectro International world-wide distribution network and to lecture at specialised seminars on new techniques and technologies discovered for the benefit of electrologists and aestheticians.

With 20 years of experience in the skincare industry, UK-based Faye Aston is a microneedling specialist and Head of Sales & Education at Dermaroller.

She plays a key role in professional education, training clinicians and aesthetic practitioners on evidence-based, medical-grade microneedling and advanced skincare solutions.

Faye combines clinical insight with practical experience to help both beauticians and doctors achieve safe, effective, and consistent treatment outcomes.

Boldijarre Koronczay, President of Eminence Organic Skin Care, is an icon and innovator in the spa industry. Voted Most Influential Spa Leader for three years in the American Spa Professional’s Choice Awards and the youngest recipient of the International Spa Association’s Visionary Award, he is also the winner of NewBeauty’s 2019 Innovator Awards.

His passion for organic wellness and industry education continues to push professional skin care to new heights. Under Boldijarre’s bold, enthusiastic leadership, Eminence Organics continues to garner industry accolades, including American Spa Magazine’s Favorite Skin Care Line and Favorite Company for Product Education for an unprecedented 17 years in a row!

Boldijarre Koronczay, President of Eminence Organic Skin Care, is an icon and innovator in the spa industry. Voted Most Influential Spa Leader for three years in the American Spa Professional’s Choice Awards and the youngest recipient of the International Spa Association’s Visionary Award, he is also the winner of NewBeauty’s 2019 Innovator Awards.

His passion for organic wellness and industry education continues to push professional skin care to new heights. Under Boldijarre’s bold, enthusiastic leadership, Eminence Organics continues to garner industry accolades, including American Spa Magazine’s Favorite Skin Care Line and Favorite Company for Product Education for an unprecedented 17 years in a row!

Nicole Fraser is a Medical Esthetician, Certified Master Pedicurist, Certified Podologist, fierce Educator and dynamic Public Speaker. She educates and inspires audiences to a higher level of practical and compassionate foot care with her special blend of advanced knowledge and passion for serious pedi-care.

Nicole’s educational experience includes intensive training with the North American School of Podology and graduating with “Diamond Award” top honors from the Advanced Medical Esthetics Diploma Program at the National Institute of Esthetics.

She is currently an Educator & Business Development representative at Footlogix Pediceuticals and was previously a Medical Esthetician with Hamilton Health & Wellness Centre. Additionally, Nicole is a Reiki practitioner and a firm believer in energy work. Her greatest love is teaching, connecting with others and sparking their interest to know more and do better.

Pina Lee is a world class authority in the aesthetic world for more than 30 years.

She is a known trainer and one of the best microneedling expert in Canada.

Milada Prokopyeva began her career as a nurse and midwife. She has been working in the beauty field since 1996 and currently owns  3 renowned salons located in Montreal, Ile-des-Sœurs and Sint Maarten in the Caribbean. She is constantly on the lookout for the latest advances in the field in order to offer her ever growing clientele services that meet their expectations and her spa’s reputation.

Given the growing interest in the lightening of intimate areas, Milada set out to find a solution to offer her customers a safe and effective method of skin lightening for all skin types. Since 2017, she has trusted the South Beach Skin Solutions products which have been on the market for more than 15 years and stand out for their effectiveness and the quality of their ingredients.

Vicki Malo, MBA, BScPod, CIDESCO, CMP
President, North American School of Podology

Vicki Malo is a passionate advocate for pedicurists and the advancement of professional foot care education. As President of the North American School of Podology (NASP), she has dedicated her career to helping nail technicians and pedicurists elevate their skills, confidence, and credibility through knowledge-based, hands-on education.

With 40 years in the beauty and wellness industry, Vicki brings real-world experience as a CIDESCO Diplomat, master pedicurist, massage therapist, educator, and salon owner. She understands the challenges pedicurists face every day and works to bridge the gap between traditional beauty services and advanced foot care.Her background also includes 15 years with Footlogix as Director of Education, where she trained professionals around the world.

Vicki’s mission is simple but powerful: to help pedicurists grow their businesses, work safely, and take pride in offering exceptional, evidence-based services that truly make a difference in their clients’ lives.

Vicki Malo, MBA, BScPod, CIDESCO, CMP
President, North American School of Podology

Vicki Malo is a passionate advocate for pedicurists and the advancement of professional foot care education. As President of the North American School of Podology (NASP), she has dedicated her career to helping nail technicians and pedicurists elevate their skills, confidence, and credibility through knowledge-based, hands-on education.

With 40 years in the beauty and wellness industry, Vicki brings real-world experience as a CIDESCO Diplomat, master pedicurist, massage therapist, educator, and salon owner. She understands the challenges pedicurists face every day and works to bridge the gap between traditional beauty services and advanced foot care.Her background also includes 15 years with Footlogix as Director of Education, where she trained professionals around the world.

Vicki’s mission is simple but powerful: to help pedicurists grow their businesses, work safely, and take pride in offering exceptional, evidence-based services that truly make a difference in their clients’ lives.

Ben Johnson, MD (born 1967) is a physician, inventor, and entrepreneur who has spent the last 25 years dedicated to solving some of the world’s most challenging skin and health conditions. He holds multiple patents related to skincare and wellness as a result of his unparalleled research and philosophies pertaining to the skin-body connection.

Dr. Johnson founded Osmosis with a revolutionary approach that is changing the direction of skin care away from excessive exfoliation and renewing the focus of dermal remodeling, barrier and DNA repair, and detoxification. He has found that the skin and body are capable of healing themselves with the proper tools and the removal of toxic influences.

Jen has been in the skincare industry for 20 years and is a licensed esthetician and esthetics instructor. She is also the South Carolina representative for SPA, the Salon Professionals Alliance. Her background includes retail sales, spa and medspa management, solo practice, skincare and devices sales rep and educator, and spa owner, and she has been successful in every role. She loves to educate above all and connects with her audiences by distilling complex esthetic concepts into easily learned lessons and maintaining a fun atmosphere in her classes.

Currently, Jen is the lead educator for Pure Raum, where she brings her extensive industry experience and passion for teaching into every training session. She delivers in-depth education on the brand’s core values, professional protocols, and advanced skincare science, ensuring that skincare professionals not only understand the products but also feel confident using and recommending them in real practice.

Jen has been in the skincare industry for 20 years and is a licensed esthetician and esthetics instructor. She is also the South Carolina representative for SPA, the Salon Professionals Alliance. Her background includes retail sales, spa and medspa management, solo practice, skincare and devices sales rep and educator, and spa owner, and she has been successful in every role. She loves to educate above all and connects with her audiences by distilling complex esthetic concepts into easily learned lessons and maintaining a fun atmosphere in her classes.

Currently, Jen is the lead educator for Pure Raum, where she brings her extensive industry experience and passion for teaching into every training session. She delivers in-depth education on the brand’s core values, professional protocols, and advanced skincare science, ensuring that skincare professionals not only understand the products but also feel confident using and recommending them in real practice.

Brittney Megann is the CEO & Head Socialista of Socials & Stilettos, a boutique Social Media, Marketing, and PR agency based in Toronto that serves beauty, fashion and lifestyle brands worldwide.

With over a decade of experience as a marketing strategist and social media guru, Brittney brings a unique perspective on what she likes to call “magnetic marketing” and has a huge passion for helping female CEOs elevate their business & build an iconic brand.

Her mission: Changing the way the world sees marketing, one stiletto at a time.

Tatiana Accibas is a licensed podologist and the owner of podology clinic and Suda Care Canada.With extensive experience in advanced foot care, she is dedicated to promoting innovative and effective solutions for professional podologists and estheticians.

As the President of Suda Care Canada, Tatiana represents premium European brands such as SUDA Care and Podoland, offering high-quality products and technologies designed to enhance both therapeutic and cosmetic results in podology.

Her mission is to elevate the standards of professional foot care in Canada through education, innovation, and collaboration with industry leaders.

Stephanie has been immersed in the beauty industry since childhood – today a family business, Salons Milada was created by her mother more than 27 years ago. With 3 branches (Montreal, Ile-Des-Sœurs and Sint Maarten), they are constantly looking for new advancements to offer to their growing clientele. It was on TikTok that Stéphanie discovered the Thesera products and treatments line.

On the market since 2011, this South Korean line has impressed all customers with visible results, effective and safe methods, and unparalleled ingredient penetration technology.

With treatments addressing a variety of skin concerns, such as wrinkles, acne, skin pores, dehydration, we trust Thesera with their quality of ingredients, and their internationally proven treatments.