Pivot Point International

10/16/2026

The AACS Annual Conference is your opportunity to sharpen your leadership skills, connect with fellow owners and directors, and explore strategies that drive results across your school.

This year, we’re leading two connected breakout sessions focused on bridging the gap between classroom and career.

FROM CLASSROOM TO CAREER: ALIGNING SCHOOLS, STUDENTS AND SALONS

📅 Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
Time: 3:00 PM – 3:50 PM
Facilitator: Steve Reiss

What does it take to prepare students for success beyond the classroom? Drawing on Pivot Point’s industry research, this interactive session explores where expectations between schools, students, and salons differ, and how stronger alignment can help graduates transition successfully into the workplace.

FROM CLASSROOM TO CAREER: BUILDING A FUTURE-READY SCHOOL

📅 Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM – 4:50 PM
Facilitator: Daniel Dunworth

Turn industry insights into action. Building on the research explored in Session 1, discover practical strategies for developing the communication, critical thinking, adaptability, and professional skills employers value most, helping students build a stronger foundation for career success.

📍 VISIT US AT BOOTH 501/503!

We’ll be showcasing our latest innovations, including new learning enhancements, ExamAce® Adapt, QuotaPro, our Hair Extensions Kit, and Pivot Point Pro.



🔗 Learn more about the event: https://myaacs.org/annual-conference/

10/15/2026

THE 2026 FALL SCHOLARSHIP SEASON IS NOW OPEN! 📣
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Educators, this one’s for you! The Leo Passage ‘Pass It On’ Educator Scholarship, in partnership with Beauty Changes Lives, celebrates those who invest in the next generation of beauty professionals. 🍎
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Two $2,500 scholarships are available to help educators pursue advanced education and continue shaping future talent. 👩‍🏫👨‍🏫
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📅 Applications are due by Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 1:00 a.m.
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Learn more and apply by using the link below. 🔗👇 (link also in bio)
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https://beautychangeslives.org/scholarships-opportunities/

10/14/2026

Great education doesn’t stand still. It grows, adapts, and evolves with every new generation of learners. 📚→💻

Every learner is different, and the way we teach should reflect that. We’re continually exploring new ways to make educational content more accessible, relevant, and impactful for today’s beauty, barber, and wellness students. 🧠

Our latest learning enhancements bring fresh opportunities to the classroom, giving educators new ways to engage students, reinforce key concepts, and create more meaningful learning experiences. 💡

Because better learning starts with a better learning experience. 🚀

🔗 Explore what’s new (link also in bio): https://www.pivot-point.com/learning-enhancements-todays-learners/

10/13/2026

Music can change the feel of a room. 🎶

Think about the difference between walking into a classroom with upbeat music playing versus one that’s completely silent.

Music can help establish the energy, tempo, and atmosphere you want for the day. The key is being intentional about when and how you use it.

Upbeat for arrival and setup? Softer music for independent work? A little trial and error can help you find what works for your learners.

The goal isn’t just to play music. It’s to set the tone.

Your classroom culture doesn’t have to come from you alone. 🎧

Inviting learners to contribute appropriate songs gives them a small but meaningful way to bring their personalities into the learning environment.

It’s a simple opportunity for connection, shared ownership, and discovering a little more about the people in your room.

You still set the expectations. But your learners get a voice in shaping the space they share.

Sometimes, building classroom culture starts with letting others add their own flavor.

Ready to bring your classroom vibe to life⁉️

Pro tip: Review contributions and keep the playlist aligned with your classroom expectations. Collaborators may be able to remove or reorder tracks, too.

10/12/2026

10/12/2026

🌍 Pivot Point Expands Its Presence in India!

We’re proud to welcome Skillbulls Global, led by Co Founder & Chief Mentor Kapil Kumar, as our exclusive education and skill partner in India. Through a new agreement with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Pivot Point foundational training will reach a broader audience, supporting the continued growth of professional skills development across India.

World-renowned international Pivot Point trainers Yolly ten Koppel and Joakim Roos will lead the first phase of an educator training program beginning next month and continuing into 2027.

This partnership marks an exciting step forward in empowering the next generation of beauty professionals through education!

10/10/2026

📸 A look back at the 2026 Beauty Changes Lives Industry Leader Roundtable!

🤝 Great conversations, shared perspectives, and a collective commitment to shaping a stronger future for beauty, barbering, and wellness.

🔗 Explore the findings and download the full report: https://www.pivot-point.com/2026-industry-leader-roundtable-research/

10/09/2026

🌎 What will shape the future of beauty, barbering and wellness?

From workforce challenges and evolving career expectations to AI and economic pressures, our industry is navigating significant change.

The 2026 Beauty Changes Lives Industry Leader Roundtable Report brings together industry perspectives and research findings to explore the challenges ahead—and the opportunities for greater collaboration, stronger data and shared priorities.

💡 The key takeaway? Building a stronger future will require working together across every segment of our industry.

🔗 Explore the findings and download the full report: https://www.pivot-point.com/2026-industry-leader-roundtable-research/

Explore research and insights from the 2026 Industry Leader Roundtable, examining the challenges shaping beauty education and the workforce.

10/08/2026

THE 2026 FALL SCHOLARSHIP SEASON IS NOW OPEN! 📣
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We’re proud to partner with Beauty Changes Lives to empower the next generation of beauty and barber professionals through the Leo Passage ‘Dare to Lead’ Student Scholarship. 🎓
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Two $7,500 scholarships are available for driven cosmetology and barbering students ready to make their mark on this amazing industry. 💇‍♀️💈
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📅 Applications are due by Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 1:00 a.m.
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Learn more and apply by using the link below. 🔗👇 (link also in bio)
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https://beautychangeslives.org/scholarships-opportunities/

10/08/2026

PIXIE STYLING mit der 9 ROW Brush 😍