2027 program · San Diego, CA
Your time to learn, connect & grow
Three days. Big ideas. Real-world learning. Join us at The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter, for mainstage sessions, concurrent tracks, the Partner & Solutions Pavilion and the SALON TODAY 200 Celebratory Dinner. Get a feel for the full Summit experience and see what each day has in store.
- Days
- 3
- Sessions
- 43
- Venue
- Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
- City
- San Diego, CA
Schedule by day
7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
California Foyer (2nd Floor)
Registration Hours
Kick off your Summit experience by checking in! Pick up your badge for entry to all Summit sessions and the Partners and Solutions Pavilion. Attending the SALON TODAY 200 (ST200) Celebratory Dinner? Remember that this is a separate ticketed event; please swing by registration to grab your SALON TODAY 200 Celebration Ticket.
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
California Ballroom (2nd Floor)
Breakfast
Join us early to grab a bite to eat and start networking with other data-hungry owners and managers.
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
California Ballroom (2nd Floor)
Welcome to DDSS 2027!
Join us as we welcome you to DDSS 2027 and share some information to help you get the most out of The Summit.
- Speakers
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
California Ballroom (2nd Floor)
General Session 1
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
California Ballroom (2nd Floor)
General Session 2
10:15 AM - 10:20 AM
San Diego Ballroom (4th Floor)
Let’s Make the Cut! The Partners and Solutions Pavilion Grand Opening
Grab your shears and help us cut the ribbon! Join us as we officially open the Partner & Solutions Pavilion, your go-to space for discovering products, services, and solutions designed for salon success.
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
San Diego Ballroom (4th Floor)
Networking Break
Explore innovative products, services, and solutions while engaging with key representatives to learn how they can benefit your business. This is also the perfect opportunity to network with fellow professionals and expand your connections!
10:15 AM - 4:00 PM
San Diego Ballroom (4th Floor)
The Partners and Solutions Pavilion Hours
The Partner & Solutions Pavilion is open from 10:15 AM – 4:00 PM. Stop by throughout the day to connect with industry partners, explore tools and services designed for salon success, and discover solutions to support your business and team.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Del Mar (1st Floor)
Breakout Session Coming Soon!
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
La Jolla (1st Floor)
Breakout Session Coming Soon!
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Sierra (2nd Floor)
Breakout Session Coming Soon!
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Santa Fe (2nd Floor)
Breakout Session Coming Soon!
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
San Diego Ballroom (4th Floor)
Lunch
Grab your lunch and stroll the Partner & Solutions Pavilion while discovering new tools, trends, and solutions for your salon.
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Santa Fe (2nd Floor)
Breakout Session Coming Soon!
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Del Mar (1st Floor)
Breakout Session Coming Soon!
- Speakers
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
Sierra (2nd Floor)
Breakout Session Coming Soon!
12:30 PM - 1:00 PM
La Jolla (1st Floor)
Breakout Session Coming Soon!
1:00 PM - 1:15 PM
TBD
Networking Break
1:15 PM - 1:45 PM
California Ballroom (2nd Floor)
General Session 3
1:45 PM - 2:15 PM
California Ballroom (2nd Floor)
General Session 4
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
San Diego Ballroom (4th Floor)
Networking Break
Explore innovative products, services, and solutions while engaging with key representatives to learn how they can benefit your business. This is also the perfect opportunity to network with fellow professionals and expand your connections!
2:45 PM - 3:15 PM
California Ballroom (2nd Floor)
General Session 5
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM
California Ballroom (2nd Floor)
Ask The Expert
From accounting to insurance to financial planning, bring your biggest management challenges to our panel of expert pros who serve the beauty industry for this fast-fire round of Q&A.
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
TBD
The Sessions Are Done. Now, Let’s Get Ready to Celebrate!
The day’s sessions have wrapped! The evening is yours to enjoy—whether you’re heading out to explore, relaxing at the hotel, or getting ready for a special night. Joining us for the SALON TODAY 200 Celebratory Dinner? This is your time to freshen up, grab your pearls, and get ready to celebrate 30 years of SALON TODAY 200 excellence as we honor the salons, spas, and barbershops that have shaped our industry. Attire: Cocktail Party — Bring Your Pearls! Pearl-inspired looks are encouraged as we celebrate this milestone anniversary in style. Please note: The SALON TODAY 200 Celebratory Dinner is a separate ticketed event.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
California Foyer (2nd Floor)
SALON TODAY 200: Pearls of Excellence Cocktail Reception
Get ready to celebrate 30 years of excellence! Join us for an elegant cocktail reception honoring the incredible salons, spas, and barbershops that make up the SALON TODAY 200. Mingle with industry leaders, raise a glass, and celebrate three decades of success, innovation, and achievement. 2 complimentary drink tickets are included with your dinner ticket. ATTIRE: Cocktail Party — Bring Your Pearls! Pearl-inspired looks are encouraged as we celebrate this milestone anniversary in style. Please note: The SALON TODAY 200 Celebratory Dinner is a separate ticketed event.
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
California Ballroom (2nd Floor)
SALON TODAY 200 Celebratory Dinner & Awards Presentation
A night 30 years in the making! Don your sparkle, bring your pearls, and join us as we honor the 2027 SALON TODAY 200 honorees and celebrate three decades of excellence in salon leadership, management, and business success. Throughout the evening, honorees will be recognized with commemorative certificates, while their peers shine a spotlight on standout leaders through special recognition awards celebrating excellence across a variety of categories. 2 complimentary drink tickets are included with your dinner ticket. ATTIRE: Cocktail Party — Bring Your Pearls! Pearl-inspired looks are encouraged as we celebrate this milestone anniversary in style. Please note: The SALON TODAY 200 Celebratory Dinner is a separate ticketed event.