30
August 2025
Southampton, UK
BEAUTY BUSINESS
NETWORKING
Join a vibrant network built for beauty professionals, entrepreneurs, and brands ready to grow. Build relationships that drive business growth and open new opportunities in the beauty space.
About the event
A beauty business event for ambitious women ready to grow their brand, build real connections, and lead with purpose.
The concept
Empower and Shine is a space for women in the beauty industry to grow, connect, and take their business to the next level. This event brings together real stories, practical tips, and strong community support. You’ll leave with new ideas, useful tools, and the motivation to keep moving forward.
Who is it for
This event is for women at every stage of their beauty business journey. Whether you’re just starting out, building your brand, or running a busy salon. This is for you. You’ll meet others who understand your challenges and share your goals. Come ready to learn, grow, and shine.
Event Agenda
August 30, 2025
Attendees Arrival
09:30 AM – 09:45 AM
Opening Ceremony
09:50 AM – 09:55AM
Organised Networking
10:00 AM – 10:20 am
Mindset, Life Coaching
10:20 AM – 10:50 am
Remarks & Plan of Actions
10:50 AM – 11:00 am
Accounting & Finance
11:00 AM – 11:30 am
Remarks & Plan of Actions
11:30 AM – 11:40 am
Coffee Break, Networking, Photoshoots
11:40 AM – 12:40 pm
Marketing & sales
12:40 pm – 13:10 pm
Remarks & Plan of Actions
13:10 pM – 13:20 pm
Web Strategy
13:20 AM – 13:40 am
Closing Ceremony
13:40 AM – 14:00 am
Speakers
Get insights from leading voices in the field. Our speakers bring real-world experience, fresh ideas, and practical knowledge. They’ll share what’s working, what’s next, and what you need to know.
Cassidy Macken
Beauty Entrepreneur
Cassidy is the owner of Cassidy’s Beauty Salon, Wholesale and Training academy. Being in business since the age of just 17 Cassidy specialises in mindset and empowerment.
Gemma Dwyer
FMAAT AATQB Accountant and Director
Gemma is a qualified accountant and founder of two award-winning firms, helping over 3,000 UK clients with clear, relatable financial advice.
Olia Zaverukha
Owner of Southampton Beauty
Olia is the owner of Southampton Beauty, one of the city’s most popular studios, known for top-quality treatments and a loyal client base.
George giamouridis
Research Fellow in Computer Science
George is a Research Fellow in Computer Science with a focus on technology and innovation. He’s co-founded two startups and work at the intersection of research and real-world digital strategy.
More to be announced
behind the scenes
Meet the people who make it all happen. Get to know the team behind the scenes.
Mila
Hi, I’m Milla — founder of Embrace Your Soul. We create beautiful, immersive spaces and events that give women time to pause, connect, and grow. It’s about more than events, it’s about meaningful moments that help you reconnect with yourself.
Olia
Hi, I’m Olia — co-host of the Empower and Shine event and owner of Southampton Beauty. I run one of the city’s most loved studios, built on quality, trust, and a strong community of women who support each other and grow together.
Our Sponsors
Their support makes everything possible, and we’re proud to showcase the brands backing our mission.
