Ready to elevate yourself, your team and your business in 2024?

The ABIC Educational Conference is the ONLY entirely inclusive conference with something for everyone from Beauty Therapists through to Specialist Plastic Surgeons.

EDUCATE - INNOVATE - MOTIVATE - ELEVATE

Then you won't want to miss out on the Aesthetic Beauty Industry Council's kick-start event, ELEVATE 24!

After the great success of our inaugural ABIC education conference this year, we are thrilled to offer an even more engaging and immersive educational experience in 2024.

We are confident that Elevate 24 will be unparalleled, leaving attendees feeling inspired, empowered, and connected with valuable new knowledge - plus, you'll receive some incredible swag bags.

Join us at the ELEVATE 24 Education Conference, on Monday, February 19th, 2024 at Doltone House.

EDUCATE - INNOVATE - MOTIVATE - ELEVATE

This one-day event at Sydney's award winning 6 Star green event space Doltone House Darling Island is the perfect way to wrap up your summer and connect with industry.

What to expect?

ELEVATE is where the beauty & medical aesthetic industry will unite to Collaborate and Elevate Together. The purposefully designed program is fast-paced engaging, empowering and educational.

A plenary session in the auditorium of Darling Island, the day will cover the following components:
- Deep Dive into the Dermis with the Latest Techniques for Tone & Texture
- The Future of Medical Aesthetics - Hosted by Dr Steven Liew
- Business Mastery

Back by popular demand, is the amazing Grazina Fechner from Front and Centre Learning!

Griz will be stepping up the pace and ensuring a high-energy, engaging day. Our Official Program and Speakers will be released closer to the date, however, to name a few keynote speakers in our incredible line-up we are proud to announce Rebecca Miller, James Vivian, Gry Tomte, Dr Steven Liew, Dr John Holbrook and international guest Dr Tina Meder. Our three panels this year are designed to give delegates more opportunities to ask questions and give our panellists more time to share their insights and experiences.

Please view the FULL PROGRAMME HERE

Two workshops running simultaneously with both morning and afternoon sessions. Our workshops are interactive, allowing you to fully experience the session. NO workshops will be running simultaneously to James Vivian and Dr Steven Liew.

Breakout Room # 1 (Open to all delegates) at Signorelli Gastronomia, newly renovated and open plan space reminiscent of Southern Italy.

The AM Business Mastery Workshops in Breakout room 1 will include:

SKIN JOURNEY MARKETING STRATEGIES

Hosted by Industry Icon Vanessa McDonald

Start the skin journey transformation and unlock your clinic's success and client retention with a structured approach to skin journey marketing.

In today's fast-paced world, maximising your client database and boosting retention is non-negotiable. Starting clients with your clinic on their personalised skin journey increases retention and revenue.

A strategic marketing plan is your secret weapon, showcasing your dedication to stellar skincare results, delighting clients, and establishing your clinic as THE go-to for expert skincare solutions.

In this workshop, Vanessa McDonald will introduce you to a foolproof system that guarantees ROI and empowers your team to launch clients into their unique skin journeys. Let's supercharge your clinic!

WHAT YOU'LL LEARN BY ATTENDING THIS WORKSHOP:

Understanding primary marketing objectives and how these objectives apply to Skin Journey Marketing strategies.

A four-phase Skin Journey Marketing Map that will give your team the structure they need to get more clients started on their skin journey.

The essential marketing touchpoints you need to drive the four-phase marketing strategy to achieve revenue goals.

THE ART OF COMMUNICATION VIA BEHAVIOURAL PROFILING - Hosted by Industry Icon Jarrod Abbott

Jarrod has two decades of experience, working with clients so they feel comfortable and confident, be it one on one coaching, through to large team training events. He has been a regular presenter at trade shows and conventions in Australia, the UK & Europe with a queue of people waiting after every presentation to see how he could support them in their business.

Jarrod has an extensive career, that has taken him all over the world working in various sectors such as Fitness and Wellbeing, the Premium Spa & Medi Spa, Hair Care, Product Houses, Real Estate, Colleges, Creative Agencies and more. It is a true testament to his training and in particular the results his clients see, that he still works with clients from the start of his training career. Jarrod believes in creating bespoke training modules utilising tried, tested and proven techniques that deliver outcomes.

Jarrod lives by the mantra that "Success is what happens when preparation meets opportunity".

This workshop promises to be dynamic, entertaining, fun and memorable.

We believe in supporting you on a journey as we share with you established techniques that are used all over the world.

The tools and techniques you will learn are tried, tested and proven methods of working. When these tools and techniques are implemented in a structured process, they deliver proven outcomes and results.

The PM afternoon immersive workshop with Dr Tiina Meder all the way from LONDON!

2:30 pm - 5:30pm

Reducing Inflammation and Pigmentation & Unveiling New Skincare Solutions with Dr Tiina Meder

We hope you will join us for our upcoming workshop, "Reducing Inflammation and Pigmentation + Exciting New Professional Product Launch," where we're privileged to have Dr. Tiina Meder as the distinguished presenter. Here's a sneak peek to get you in the loop before the event.

Dr. Tiina Meder is a renowned expert in the field of aesthetic medicine and skincare solutions, and her wealth of knowledge in this area is truly exceptional. With numerous accolades and years of experience, Dr. Meder has made significant contributions to the world of skincare and is a recognised authority in the industry.

Pigmentation is a concern that's close to the hearts of many in the realm of aesthetic medicine, and it affects a remarkably broad range of individuals in our diverse population. People of all ages and genders grapple with pigmentation issues, and despite the array of treatments available, the success rates can be somewhat disheartening. Various internal and external factors play a pivotal role in determining the effectiveness of lightening treatments. Among these factors are the intensity of ultraviolet rays during different seasons, the patient's commitment to sunscreen use, and their overall health.

Traditionally, the most effective skincare solutions for lightening pigmentation have been known to cause photosensitivity and skin irritation. However, thanks to advances in modern science, we're now poised to do better. We're excited to introduce a new generation of lightening skincare that not only targets pigmentation but also addresses inflammation, reducing skin irritation and discomfort.

To unearth these innovative solutions, we've delved into extensive research on pigmentation, exploring new angles that address the molecular mechanisms behind pigment formation during different life stages, including critical periods like pregnancy, breastfeeding, and menopause.

Dr. Tiina Meder, with her expert insights, will guide us through this groundbreaking research. We're eager to share our latest findings and discoveries with workshop participants, and we're especially thrilled to be the first in the world to unveil the groundbreaking all-season Meder Lightening skincare exclusively to ABIC members.

Join us for this enlightening workshop, where Dr Tiina Meder will lead the way in exploring the future of skincare solutions and revealing our groundbreaking product.

Get ready for an exciting and informative session!

Breakout Room #2 The Parkview Room a stunning space for learning, live treatments and networking.

Exosome Therapy Workshop - Innovative and Cutting Edge with Dr Jing Wang (Open to all Delegates)

Hosted by Xytide

9am - 11am

Exosomes are tiny vesicles that carry various molecules from one cell to another. They have a key role in how cells communicate and regenerate the skin and scalp. In this presentation and demonstration, you will learn about the following topics:

How exosomes work, what clinical evidence supports their use, and what benefits they offer
How exosomes can be used to improve the health and appearance of your patients’ skin and scalp
Why regenerative medicine is a vital and profitable addition to your clinic

exomide™ :

Exomide is a revolutionary skin and scalp care product that leverages exosome therapy, a cutting-edge technique that originated in South Korea. Exosome therapy uses nanosized vesicles called exosomes, which are secreted by stem cells and carry essential molecular information for cell-to-cell communication and regeneration. Exomide delivers stem cell-derived exosomes to target skin rejuvenation and hair restoration. Studies have shown exosome therapy can assist directly with increasing skin elasticity, increased collagen production, reducing wrinkles, pores, pigment, whilst improving the evenness and texture of the skin.

Xytide:

We believe that science and technology exists to make our lives happier, easier, longer, and increasingly spectacular.

We harmonise medical expertise, commercialisation, distribution channels, and regulatory services experience, to deliver extraordinary medicines and medical devices to professionals and consumers in Australia and New Zealand. The balance of medical practice, research, and business acumen, empowers us to review the in vivo and in vitro evidence to efficiently identify products for commercialisation in theAustralia and New Zealand markets.

Develop your Strategic Plan with the Secret CEO - Suzie Hoitink (Open to All Delegates)

11:30 - 12:30

Hosted by HTNK

Recognised for her entrepreneurship within the cosmetic industry as a recipient of a Telstra Business Women’s Award, Suzie Hoitink RN FACN, established the Clear Complexions Clinics in 2005. From a single clinic, Suzie grew the company to a network of six premium medical skin clinics across Sydney and Canberra with a highly skilled team of 65, including 40 registered nurses and doctors. Known in the industry for its best-in-class training and education program, safety profile and premium service offering, the Company attracted the attention of ASX listed Vita Group Pty Ltd, who purchased Clear Complexions in 2017.

An in-demand authority on all things skin related, Suzie has been a key note speaker at the Cosmetic Industry’s leading conferences for over 15 years. Featured in Vogue as one of four ‘dedicated professionals who have changed the face of the cosmetic industry in Australia’, Suzie has also featured in other national publications including Harper’s Bazaar, Cosmopolitan, The Australian Women’s Weekly, The Financial Review, The Daily Telegraph, and The Australian Nursing Journal.

In her capacity as a leader in Cosmetic and Aesthetic Nursing in Australia, Suzie recognised the rapidly evolving cosmetic industry was outpacing the legislation governing it. She worked with a National Australia Working Party to develop Australia’s’ first draft of the Professional Practice Standards and Scope of Practice for Aesthetic Nursing Practice in Australia. This industry endorsed document is now supporting the thousands of nurses working within Cosmetic Nursing. In addition, Suzie has contributed to the recently launched Australian College of Nursing’s first Graduate Certificate of Cosmetic Nursing and was a keynote at the ACN’s Forum in 2017.

Expanding on her reputation as a champion of healthy skin and the boosted confidence that arises as a result, Suzie launched her own magazine, Inner Confidence. A long-term supporter of the community, as Corporate Partner with Lifeline Canberra and other charities, in 2017 Suzie was the Indigenous Marathon Foundations National Corporate Runner for the New York Marathon.

Suzies’ expertise lies in brand building, selling and profitably scaling businesses. An advocate for women in business, Suzie has mentored many young women over the years and has presented at multiple business and networking events Australia wide. Now, having taken her company from a start up to a sale to an ASX listed company, Suzie is focused on applying her hard-earned knowledge and experience to other businesses with similar aspirations.

Learn more about Suzie's Story HERE

PM Healthcare Professional Workshop with Avaderm (Health Care Professionals Space ONLY - due to the use of S4 prescribed products)

2:30 pm - 5:00pm | Hosted by AVADERM

The NURSEPRENEUR Workshop: A Regenerative Masterclass with Dr Gordon Ku (PRP, PRF and Threads)

Join AVADERM® and the incredible Dr Gordon Ku at this exclusive event, focusing on the combination of regenerative treatments featuring PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma), PRF (Platelet-Rich Fibrin), and PDO Threads, as well as the launch of some exciting new products coming in 2024.

We will be showcasing our cutting-edge innovations, including the T-Lab™ PRP and PRF (available in over 65 countries worldwide, and now exclusively distributed by Avaderm®) and the Bio-Threads™ Range (Australia's largest PDO Thread Range). Don't miss this opportunity to hear from our brilliant Key Opinion Leader, Dr Gordon Ku, about these products and see these procedures be performed live!

Speaker - Dr Gordon Ku | Cosmetic Physician , Melbourne Australia

Dr. Gordon Ku stands at the forefront of Australia's premier clinical educators in facial anatomy, cosmetic injectables, regenerative medicine and thread lifting. With a distinguished background as a Fellow and clinical trainer at the Australasian College of Cosmetic Surgery & Medicine (ACCSM) and a Fellow and examiner at the Cosmetic Physicians College of Australasia (CPCA), Dr. Ku has also earned recognition as a faculty trainer at the American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM) and iClass Anatomy (Dubai), alongside his role as a faculty trainer in the Asia-Pacific region for iClass Anatomy.

A dedicated professional with a deep-seated passion for facial anatomy, Dr. Ku is committed to achieving results that embody natural beauty. His expertise, coupled with a wealth of experience, makes him a sought-after speaker and authority in the realm of cosmetic procedures. As a prominent figure in the industry, Dr. Gordon Ku is not only shaping the future of facial aesthetics but also inspiring and educating the next generation of practitioners through his engaging and informative presentations.

Avaderm® Australia is one of Australia's newest Aesthetic Companies, and quickly becoming a leading provider of Medical Aesthetic Products and Devices across the country. At Avaderm®, we are committed to inspiring confidence in both Practitioners and Patients through our Extensive Product Ranges, Affordable Prices and Comprehensive Support.

We endeavour to provide Practitioners with the expertise, resources and product ranges to achieve exceptional results for their Patients. We are also committed to growing our innovative, high-quality range of aesthetic products, and offering ongoing support to all Avaderm® Clients.

BREAKOUT ROOM 1 WILL BE CLOSED FROM 12:15PM - 2:30PM

BREAKOUT ROOM 2 WILL BE CLOSED FROM 12:30PM - 2:30PM

Our Exhibitor Hall will be packed with trusted ABIC Foundation and Supplier members only who will showcase their best modalities, products, and latest technology. Platnium Sponsors include: Candela , Murad , Dermalogica and B & F Beauty

For those who choose to receive a treatment on the day of the event, we will offer Dermalux LED Phototherapy for post-treatment care. Dermalux® is a highly reputable British brand trusted by skincare professionals globally. Additionally, Youngblood Mineral Make Up artists will be available to provide touch-ups and tips. Youngblood Cosmetics is composed of pure minerals, making it suitable for clients with acne and other problematic skin conditions.

ABIC is excited and honoured to facilitate education and collaboration, bringing the industry together through immersive learning and networking. Don't forget to purchase your VIP afterparty ticket - an exclusive networking event, not to be missed!

All ABIC Clinic, Management and Professional Members will receive one complimentary ticket to attend. Not an ABIC Member?

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For Event, Media or PR enquiries please contact:

Nicole Montgomery

nicole@theabic.org.au

0408 082 846