2025 ASCP Skin Care School Forum
Sunday & Monday, April 6-7, 2025 | Limelight Hotel, Denver, Colorado
ASCP is uniting leaders in skin care education to foster valuable connections based on shared goals and values. Don't miss this rare opportunity to elevate your personal and professional growth!
Trending topics include the state of the esthetics industry and the esthetics compact, creating a culture of leadership, AI in the classroom, and more!
Space is limited for this immersive experience! Register now to join skin care school owners and educators from across the nation as we grow, together for just $299 per person.
See full schedule below.
REGISTRATION
By registering for this event, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed and give permission to use your likeness in promotional and/or marketing materials. You also agree that ASCP may disclose your email to sponsors for marketing purposes.
Cancellation Policy: Attendees providing notification of cancellation 30 days prior to the event date will receive a full refund. Within 30 days of the event, a refund is provided, minus a $50 administrative fee.
LODGING
Please note: the registration fee for the 2025 ASCP School Forum does not include lodging. Attendees qualify for a special $239 group room rate ($229 base rate + $10 guest amenity fee) at the Limelight Denver hotel when booked online by March 10, 2025 using this link: 2025 ASCP School Forum. Book early to guarantee your spot.
LOCATION
Limelight Denver Hotel
1600 Wewatta Street
Denver, CO 80202
(844) 473-2438
General hotel information: www.limelighthotels.com/denver
The Limelight Denver is conveniently located in the heart of the Mile High City! Take the A-Line train from Denver International Airport, exit at Union Station and you’ll be just steps from the hotel.
SCHEDULE
Sunday, April 6, 2025
- 10:30–11:00 a.m.: Check in
- 11:00–11:30 a.m.: Welcome
- 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.: "Creating a Culture of Leadership"
Presented by Theresa Miulli, founder of The Intentional Classroom, Cosmetology Exam Review,
and Executive Director of Regulatory Affairs and Workforce Program Academic Engagement, Bryan University
- 12:30–1:30 p.m.: Lunch
- 1:30–2:30 p.m.: "State of the Esthetics Industry: A Panel Discussion on Legislative Matters"
Moderated by Les Sweeney, President, ABMP | ASCP
Panelists:
- Laura Puryear, ASCP Director of Government Relations
- Leslie Roste, Government Affairs, Vice President of Future of the Beauty Industry Coalition
- Frank Trieu, Owner of Evergreen Beauty College
- Natalie Parkin, Owner/Founder of Skinworks School of Advanced Skincare
- 2:30–3:00 p.m.: ASCP School Resource Spotlight
- 3:00–3:30 p.m.: Break
- 3:30–4:30 p.m.: "The Un-Session"
Presented by Maggie Staszcuk, ASCP Program Director
- 4:30–4:45 p.m.: Close and prize giveaways (must be present to win)
- 5:00–6:30 p.m.: ASCP Cocktail Party and Vendor Showcase
Monday, April 7, 2025
- 7:00–8:00 a.m.: Optional meditation and yoga
- 8:00–8:45 a.m.: Breakfast
- 8:45–9:00 a.m.: Welcome
- 9:00–9:45 a.m.: "Mastering Admissions: Turning Prospects Into Successful Graduates"
Presented by Kelly Westbrook, Vice President of Member Development, My Salon Suite
- 9:45– 10:30am: "Building Bridges: Collaborative Strategies for Student Success in Skin Care"
Moderated by Amber Edwards, School Liaison, ABMP | ASCP
Panelists:
- Chaudhary Awais Iqbal, American Academy of Health and Beauty
- Kristina Malone, Salon Boutique Academy
- Desarae Marhofer, Beautiful You Skincare
- Charlotte McAllister, IBMC
- 10:30–11:00 a.m.: Break
- 11:00 a.m.–noon: "Integrating Generative AI in Education: Principles, Potential, and Practices"
Presented by Amanda Baskwill, PhD, Senior Vice President Academic, Loyalist College
- Noon–12:15 p.m.: Farewell and prize giveaways (must be present to win)
THANK YOU TO OUR GROWING LIST OF 2025 EVENT SPONSORS!