Pivot Point International

Pivot Point International

Pivot Point is a world-wide leader in beauty education, hair, and tools. #LearnForward

At Pivot Point® International, we believe it’s our responsibility to evolve hair and beauty education, challenging the status quo. For over 60 years, our continual commitment to creating rich educational experiences and developing best-in-class educational content, has enabled us to foster over 1 million individuals, on six continents, as they realize sustainable careers within the beauty industry

Operating as usual

12/02/2023

Turning heads one haircut at a time. 💈 (📸: )

12/02/2023

Rocking the groovy vibes, one strand at a time. ☮️🎸🌸 (🎥: )

12/01/2023

Wrapped In Red video tutorial courtesy of Learning Experience Specialist 🎁❤️💅

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Fridays are for 🤪 (📸: )

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Nailed the Christmas spirit with these mix and match red and white holiday nail designs! 🎅🏻❄️🎁💅 (📸: )

New LAB Updates Are Live! 11/30/2023

At Pivot Point International, we're dedicated to elevating your educational journey. Your feedback fuels our growth, and we're excited to unveil the latest LAB updates that promise a seamless experience, secure testing, and powerful tools for educators.

New LAB Updates Are Live! We’re dedicated to enhancing the educational experience and excited to share a sneak peek of what’s in store for the new LAB updates.

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Where wanderlust charm meets bohemian dreams. 🌙🖤 (📸: )

Photos from Pivot Point International's post 11/29/2023

Every milestone is a testament to your resilience and determination. Keep pushing boundaries and embracing the journey! 🌠 (📸: )

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A post worth reposting. (📸: )
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From jalapeños to Barbies, we think it’s safe to say that these future professionals can wrap just about anything! 😏

New DEI-B Resources Now Available 11/28/2023

Pivot Point International is at the forefront of fostering diversity and inclusion in beauty education! Our research affirms that DEI-B messaging is a top priority for beauty school stakeholders. We're excited to share these powerful tools – the DEI-B Beauty Industry Reference and Glossary of Terms – empowering schools with industry-specific insights, best practices, and a shared language for an inclusive future. Together, let's shape a more diverse and equitable beauty industry!

New DEI-B Resources Now Available Pivot Point research confirmed that appropriate diversity and inclusion messaging is a top beauty school priority for educators and students.

11/27/2023

CYBER MONDAY BREAK THE INTERNET SALE 💻💲

This holiday shopping season, we’re cutting prices so you can cut hair! Access amazing discounts of up to 50% off with a handpicked selection of products, from mannequins and swatches to shears and combs. Don’t let these incredible deals slip through your hair-twirling fingers!

SAVE TODAY - https://www.pivot-point.com/shop/

11/27/2023

Turning ‘one day’ into ‘day one’ – seize the moment and make things happen! 👊 (📸: )

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Crowning glory where style meets sophistication. 💋👑🖤 (📸: )

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Embrace your wild side with untamed beauty! 🐆🐆🐆 (📸: .visionsct)

11/26/2023

Embrace your wild side with untamed beauty! 🐆🐆🐆 (📸: .visionsct)

11/26/2023

Style on point! 🤌🧔🏻💈 (📸: )

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Lovely mannequin work by the ever so talented 👱🏻‍♀️🌾💖

11/24/2023

BLACK FRIDAY SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP 🛒🛍️

This holiday shopping season, we’re cutting prices so you can cut hair! Access amazing discounts of up to 50% off with a handpicked selection of products, from mannequins and swatches to shears and combs. Don’t let these incredible deals slip through your hair-twirling fingers!

SAVE TODAY - https://www.pivot-point.com/shop/

11/23/2023

Talk about full-circle! We’re always so lucky to have alumni return to work with our team on exciting new projects. will be signing autographs as the cover model of our Fundamentals: Cosmetology study guide. 😉

11/22/2023

There is no limit to your creative power! 🏆💯💪 (📸: )

11/22/2023

Wisdom is not just what you know, but how you see the world. Embrace the power of perspective and open new doors. 📚💈

11/21/2023

TRIM THE COST. TRIM THE HAIR! OUR BIGGEST SALE YET‼️

This holiday shopping season, we’re cutting prices so you can cut hair! 🤑 Unlock amazing discounts of up to 50% off with a handpicked selection of products, from mannequins and swatches to shears and combs. ✂️ Don’t let these incredible deals slip through your hair-twirling fingers! 💫 *Offer good in the U.S. only while supplies last.

SAVE TODAY - https://www.pivot-point.com/shop/

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Every page turned is a step closer to your goals. 📖 The next chapter is part of the journey, not the destination. 🚀 (📸: )

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Swipe for the aftermath. ➡️👏😄❤️ (📸: .did.it_)

11/18/2023

We love a good ‼️🎁 (📸: .does.hair)

“Unboxing my kit felt like opening presents on a month early!”

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Find yourself a stylist that looks at you the way .hair looks at her mannequin. 👀😍🤩

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Passion meets profession by 🖤💈💚

11/16/2023

Color me crazy, but I always test my formulas on swatches first! 🤪🎨 (📸: )

11/15/2023

A hands-on craft demands hands-on education. 🙌💯🖤 (🎥: )

11/15/2023

Always remember that your present situation is not your final destination. The best is yet to come! 💡

11/15/2023

Transformation Tuesday 🐛🦋 (📸: )

11/14/2023

got books? 📚🤓

11/13/2023

Eyes on the prize. 👀 Heart full of determination. 💪 (📸: )

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It’s not too early for holiday nail designs by Learning Experience Specialist when Mariah Carey’s ‘All I Want For Christmas’ is playing EVERYWHERE! 🎄☃️🎁🎶💅

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From theory to technique, this is just the start of a beautiful journey! 🖤 (📸: )

11/08/2023

Customize an esthetics program with modularized lessons that flow in line with your curriculum. Your pace, your focus, your lessons—YOUR WAY. Fundamentals: Esthetics and LAB make it easy to adapt. 🧖‍♀️💻

11/06/2023

Styling Ian with 🧔🏻 (🎥: .barber)

11/06/2023

NEW INDUSTRY RESEARCH AVAILABLE

Pivot Point and Beauty Cast Network (BCN) conducted research at the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Annual Conference. This research report includes both quantitative research of attendees as well as qualitative insights from conversations with attendees to provide a holistic overview of attitudes and perceptions about career education, with specific emphasis on the beauty industry.

The research focuses on a nationwide group of high school career counselors, aiming to understand their level of interest and the information they need to effectively promote careers in beauty.

Recent developments, including concerns about college debt, the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on traditional white-collar careers, and questions about the value of a college education in a changing world, have reshaped the conversation about college vs. career education. Our research demonstrates the growing interest in our careers and the actions to best take advantage.

The Know Beauty Secrets campaign, sponsored by the leading beauty and wellness associations, will support this and drive interest in our careers by sharing “our stories” with prospective students, their parents and advisors, the legislative community and the general public.

Download White Paper -https://www.pivot-point.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Beauty-Insights-Career-Counselors-Pivot-Point-Research.pdf

Information and additional Pivot Point research is available at pivot-point.com/research

11/05/2023

This past weekend at the 68th annual conference of the National Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology - NIC, Robert Passage, the Chairman and CEO of Pivot Point, was honored with the prestigious Aurie J. Gosnell Award. He shared this esteemed recognition with his long-standing industry colleague, competitor, and, most importantly, friend, Sanda Bruce, who serves as the Senior Vice President and General Manager of Milady at Cengage Group.

The award, named after its remarkable founder, Aurie Elizabeth Jackson Gosnell, pays tribute to her enduring impact on the cosmetology industry. Her invaluable contributions have left an enduring mark, enriching our field in numerous ways. We take immense pride in our leader, Robert Passage, and his unwavering dedication to our beloved industry, which he ardently champions.

It is worth noting that this award also holds a special place in the Passage family’s history. In 2011, Robert’s father, Leo Passage, was posthumously honored with the same award, further underscoring the remarkable legacy that runs through their family and the industry as a whole.

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Our Story

At Pivot Point® International, we believe it’s our responsibility to evolve hair and beauty education, challenging the status quo. For over 50 years, our continual commitment to creating rich educational experiences and developing best-in-class educational content, has enabled us to foster over 1 million individuals, on six continents, as they realize sustainable careers within the beauty industry. We know what drives beauty professionals to succeed—what they see as relevant to further their career; we provide education, tools and a community in which to thrive. Our mission is to empower through education and our extensive brandfolio allows us to do so, with offerings such as LAB® (Learn About Beauty) and LAB Pro, Salonability®, Fundamentals: Barbering®, Fundamentals: Cosmetology®, A Designer’s Approach®, Salon Fundamentals®, Mindful Teaching® Pro, Snap Cap®, mannequins and industry-relevant tools. All of these offerings cater to industry professionals and non-professionals, at all stages of their careers, providing solutions that enhance everyday experiences and combat consistent challenges within the industry. Pivot Point International’s philosophy of lifelong learning, combined with our offerings, encourage growth and professionalism in an industry that is built on products and services that help everyone look and feel their best.

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Groovy Mane
Put A Bow On It
✂️ Embrace Your Instincts ✂️ #TrustYourself #PivotPoint #LearnForward (🎥: @freesaloneducation)
#TutorialTuesday brought to you by @theartfulhairstylist 👱🏻‍♀️👱🏻‍♀️👱🏻‍♀️ #PivotPoint #LearnForward
If you love working with hair, you’ve come to the right place. ❤️ #ExperienceJoy #PivotPoint #LearnForward (📸: @greg_gil...
Not just a job, but a love affair! ✂️💚 #Passion #PivotPoint #LearnForward (🎥: @pivotpoint_peru)
Jaguar Hair Color
Merry Kitmas! 🎁🎊 #CosmetologyStudent #SummitSalonAcademy #PivotPoint #LearnForward (🎥: @hair.by.nikoleashlie)
TRIM THE COST. TRIM THE HAIR! OUR BIGGEST SALE YET‼️‌This holiday shopping season, we’re cutting prices so you can cut h...
When in doubt, razor it out! Loving the texture of these layers. 💇‍♀️💫 #HairInspo #PivotPoint #LearnForward (🎥: @ahappyj...
Less hair, more flair! 💇🏻‍♀️💇🏻‍♀️💇🏻‍♀️ #CuratedCutting #PivotPoint #LearnForward (🎥: @anhcotran)
Your hair. Your rules! 💚🤘🖤 #AvantGarde #PivotPoint #LearnForward (🎥: @ericaleemoomey)

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8725 W Higgins Road, Ste 700
Chicago, IL
60631

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm
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