Sola Salons, the world’s largest studio suite franchise, proudly celebrates its 20th anniversary this month. This significant milestone underscores Sola’s pioneering role in the beauty industry, having introduced the salon suite concept that empowers beauty professionals with entrepreneurship and independence. Today, Sola Salons supports over 20,000 independent beauty professionals across 728 locations in the U.S. and Canada, reflecting its innovative spirit and lasting impact on the industry. In this landmark year, Sola has signed 14 new franchise agreements, expanding into new key markets across the United States. In the first half of 2024 alone, the brand opened 26 new locations, with more expected to open by year-end.

The Annual Education Event Featured Celebrity Hairstylist and Keynote Speaker, Cash Lawless, the Second Annual Sola Pro Awards, and Business-Focused Presentations and Panels

Radiance Holdings, representing a collection of premier brands in the beauty, wellness and personal care sectors, announced today the appointment of Ben Jones as Chief Executive Officer. In his new role, Jones will oversee the world’s largest salon suites franchise, Sola Salons, and the industry-leading premium day spa brand in the U.S., Woodhouse Spas. Jones is joined by Scott Thompson, recently named Chief Development Officer at Radiance Holdings and Ariel Clay, appointed as Chief Operating Officer at Woodhouse Spas.

 Sola Salons, the world’s largest studio suite concept and home to more than 20,000 independent beauty professionals, proudly announces its national involvement as the largest salon suite concept to partner with Beauty Changes Lives One Day One Ticket Program, a continuation of the brand’s partnership with the non-profit that kicked off in 2023. On Thursday, March 21st, 2024, participating Sola Salons beauty and wellness professionals will donate one “ticket,” or one service cost, from their salon’s business day to the Beauty Changes Lives initiative. All funds raised by Sola Salons beauty professionals will be reinvested into the industry through Beauty Changes Lives’ scholarship and mentorship programs. 

Leading Salon Studio Franchise Reports Impressive Results in 2023, Celebrates 700th Location Opening in Coon Rapids, MN.

As a Token of Immense Gratitude for its Dedicated Community of Beauty Professionals, Sola Salons is Awarding $20,000 Dollars to Sola Beauty Professionals to Pursue Their Entrepreneurial Endeavors

Sola Salons’ Creation of Iconic Hairstyles at NYFW with Matthew Curtis Marked an Industry First, Created Access for Independent Professionals at Premier Fashion Events

Leading Salon Studio Franchise Reports Impressive Continued Growth, with Agreements to Open 26 New Locations Across the U.S. Over the Next Several Years