Dates: June 30 – July 1, 2025
Venue: Pragati Maidan, New Delhi
Type: In-person | B2B | Trade Professionals Only
The Salon Management Conference (SMC) is returning to New Delhi this June, bringing together the brightest minds in India’s beauty business to explore real-world solutions and strategies for scaling salon enterprises. Co-located with the Professional Beauty India expo, SMC 2025 offers two days of deep insight, peer learning, and business networking in the heart of India’s salon capital.
Unlike exhibitions that focus on trends, this conference is designed specifically for those running and scaling businesses—from salon owners and franchise partners to marketing heads and operations leads.
What Makes SMC 2025 Stand Out?
With India’s salon industry projected to grow into a $30+ billion market, business owners are seeking smarter ways to manage growth. The 2025 edition of SMC arrives at a pivotal time when beauty entrepreneurs are facing rising operating costs, staffing gaps, and evolving consumer preferences.
Organizers have promised a sharper focus on practical, implementable insights.
“This conference is about business clarity—how to retain clients, build team efficiency, and expand profitably,” said Nidhi Sanghavi, Director, Salon Management Conference. “We’re curating real stories, growth frameworks, and partner opportunities, all in one room.”
Key Focus Areas
This year’s themes span core challenges and opportunities for Indian salons:
- Building multi-location scalability through systems and SOPs
- Client acquisition and digital loyalty strategies
- Franchising and Tier II–III market expansion
- Smart hiring, retention, and internal training models
- Financial hygiene, billing transparency, and revenue tracking
Speakers will include successful salon founders, regional franchise leaders, and top consultants. While the agenda includes structured panels and case studies, interactive formats like Q&As and solution clinics will allow participants to dig deeper into challenges they face.
Who Should Attend?
SMC 2025 is designed for individuals who make business-critical decisions in the salon industry. These include:
- Independent salon owners and co-owners
- Franchise leads and business heads
- Salon operations and HR leads
- Consultants and service aggregators
- Aspiring beauty entrepreneurs evaluating entry into the market
Attendees will also gain access to the Professional Beauty India expo, enabling them to explore vendor partnerships and product innovations.
Why It’s Timely
The Indian beauty sector is undergoing a major shift, with rising consumer awareness, digital discovery, and competition pushing salons to upgrade faster than ever. The need for systemized operations and data-driven decision-making has never been greater.
“Salon growth today isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about discipline,” said a past panelist from Naturals Salon. “Events like SMC help us understand what structures actually work in real-life Indian business contexts.”
Registration and Entry Details
Participation in SMC is free but open only to verified salon professionals. Attendees must register in advance to access both the conference and the expo.
- Location: Pragati Maidan, New Delhi
- Timings: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM on both days
- Entry: Free (Trade-only with valid registration)
- Registration Portal: 10times.com/smc-new-delhi
The Experience
Attendees can expect a professionally organized, content-rich environment with ample opportunity to network, ask questions, and find answers specific to their business scale or region.
With structured topics, qualified peer discussions, and real-world takeaways, the Salon Management Conference 2025 is a must-attend for anyone looking to build a smarter, stronger salon business in India’s competitive beauty space.
What is the Salon Management Conference (SMC) 2025?
What is the main focus of SMC 2025?
SMC 2025 is a business-focused salon leadership conference co-located with the Professional Beauty India expo. It aims to help salon professionals improve operations, expand strategically, and navigate challenges like staffing, retention, and scalability.
Who can attend SMC 2025?
Attendance is open only to verified salon owners, business partners, franchise operators, and professionals working in beauty operations, HR, or marketing. Entry is free but strictly for B2B attendees with pre-registration.
What are the conference dates and venue?
SMC 2025 will take place on June 30 and July 1, 2025, at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.
Is there any registration fee?
No. Entry to both the conference and Professional Beauty India expo is free for registered trade professionals.
Will there be speakers or training sessions?
Yes, the event will feature salon founders, franchise heads, consultants, and trainers speaking on topics like multi-location growth, financial planning, team retention, and customer acquisition.
Is this a product-focused event?
No. Unlike exhibitions, this is a knowledge-sharing event. However, SMC attendees also get access to the product-focused Professional Beauty India exhibition running alongside the conference.
How can I register?
Visit 10times.com/smc-new-delhi and complete the registration with valid business credentials. Confirmation is subject to approval.
Will there be networking opportunities?
Yes. The agenda includes interactive sessions, breakout groups, and time for B2B networking with other decision-makers and solution providers.
Are walk-ins allowed?
Generally, walk-ins are not encouraged. Pre-registration ensures smooth access and is mandatory due to trade-only nature and venue capacity controls.
Why should I attend?
SMC 2025 is tailored for serious salon entrepreneurs who want real-world solutions, industry insights, and a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving market. It’s not just a learning opportunity—it’s a growth platform.