Early Bird Pricing $45 GA (through 9/16) then $55.
All inclusive ticket
Event Schedule:
1:00 PM
Doors open, reception + portraits by BELAMATRIX
1:30 PM
Stylist Panel Discussion
Claudia Cassidy Theater
Featuring:
Stacey Lynn Emerson of S & L Style Studio
Christine Matsunaga of tristinstyling, Inc.
2:30 PM
Presenting Stylist Growth Partners
Craig Nordstrom, Co-Founder of Hue & Stripe
Leah Goldblatt, CRO of myGemma
3:00 PM
Designer Partner Showcase
G.A.R. Rotunda
Full list of participating designers and brands with Stylist programs coming soon. Connect while enjoying light bites and non-alcoholic beverage flights by Naked Life.
4:30 PM
Event concludes
About Stylist Symposium
The Stylist Symposium is part of Fashion Forward Chicago and is back for its third year and has established itself as a highly anticipated, premier educational event. The Stylist Symposium brings emerging and established stylists from across the country together for an afternoon of education, connection, inspiration and honest conversations about the business and future of styling.
This year, they’re proud to be an official event partner of Fashion Forward Chicago, presented by Chicago Fashion Vanguard and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events. They have a phenomenal panel lined up, and they’re introducing some exciting new elements to make this year’s experience even more impactful.
This year’s theme, “The Past. The Present. The Future. The Evolution of Styling,” explores how the industry has grown, creating more opportunities for Stylists than ever before and what’s in store for the future. Hear firsthand from professionals who have built dynamic careers, navigated pivots and created their own paths. Leave with new ideas, industry insight and meaningful connections.
Our panel features Stacey Lynn Emerson, Brandon Frein and Christine Matsunaga, three accomplished Chicago Stylists bringing decades of experience and distinct perspectives from across the industry.
We're adding even more value to the Symposium by spotlighting select Stylist Growth Partners whose platforms help Stylists work smarter, streamline their businesses and increase their earning potential.
We’re excited to welcome our Presenting Partners, Hue & Stripe and myGemma, to the stage to share how their platforms are supporting and advancing the work of today’s Stylist.
Following the panel and Presenting Partner conversations, guests will move into the G.A.R. Rotunda for our new Stylist Partner Showcase - an opportunity to connect one-on-one with participating designers and brands that are actively growing their Stylist networks and investing in meaningful Stylist partnerships. Learn about their Stylist programs and discover collaboration opportunities!