Recent years have been disruptive and challenging for all of us but especially for hair and beauty professionals.

In this keynote presentation, bestselling author and trend forecaster Michael McQueen examines the trends that have accelerated since 2019 and highlights how these create unique opportunities for hair stylists and business owners that are prepared.

Specifically, Michael will examine how customer expectations and the technological/social landscape has fundamentally shifted. He will also explore how the workforce and clients of tomorrow will differ and how to meaningfully engage the next generation.

Attendees will leave this presentation not only with powerful insights into what the future will hold but with a practical toolkit for staying once step ahead of change.

Michael’s Bio

Michael McQueen is a multi-award winning speaker, trend forecaster and bestselling author of nine books. With clients including KPMG, Pepsi and Cisco, he has helped some of the world’s most successful brands navigate disruption and maintain momentum. Michael is a regular commentator on TV and radio and his work has featured in publications ranging from the UK Daily Mail to Medium.com and the Huffington Post. In addition, Michael is a familiar face on the international conference circuit having shared the stage with the likes of Bill Gates, Dr. John Maxwell and Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak.

Michael has spoken to over 500,000 people across 5 continents since 2004, and is known for his engaging, entertaining and practical conference presentations.

Having been formerly named Australia’s Keynote Speaker of the Year, Michael has been inducted into the Professional Speakers Hall of Fame.