APRIL 6-8, 2025
Mark your calendars for April 27h - 29th, because the Texture VS Race Summit is coming back to Baltimore! We're thrilled to announce that registration is OPEN for next year's Texture VS Race Summit!
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Next year's summit promises an unforgettable experience, bringing together the finest in the beauty industry to celebrate diversity, creativity, and inclusion. From captivating stage demonstrations to insightful panels and hands-on classes, there's something for everyone.
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Don't miss out on joining us for another amazing experience. See you there!
JOIN THE MOVEMENT
VIP TICKET
$1,499
DIAMOND TICKETS
$1,899
THE EVENT:
This 3-day summit for stylists and beauty professionals provides attendees with texturally- inclusive cut, color, and styling education alongside DEI coaching while connecting with partnered sponsored. Attendees training includes stage demonstrations, breakout classes, hands-on education, and our trademark Hydro Discovery Curl Clinic™ session.
THE TVR MISSION:
We are dedicated to empowering beauty professionals to meet the evolving needs of a diverse clientele. Our mission is to assist stylists in honing their textural skills and building cultural competence, ultimately creating an inclusive beauty industry that embraces and celebrates texture and race both behind the chair and behind the scenes.
MEET YOUR HOST,
Keya Neal
WHAT WE DO
The Texture VS Race Summit gives attendees the technical and cultural know-how needed to interact with and service a diverse clientele.
COLLABORATIVE EDUCATION
Attendees will learn how to cut, color, and style any texture of hair thanks to the event's inclusive education by Texture VS Race and our portfolio of esteemed independent educators.
DEI COACHING
Keya's DEI coaching and signature "Language of Texture" class will help stylists to dismantle common racial and textural misconceptions as they learn about natural and curly textures.
FEATURED AT THIS YEAR'S SUMMIT:
THIS YEAR'S SUMMIT WILL FEATURE EVEN MORE WAYS TO INTERACT WITH AND EDUCATE ATTENDEES, WITH MORE STAGES, BREAKOUT GROUPS, AND ADDITIONAL CLASSES.
Exhibition Floor
ALL THREE (3) DAYS
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Browse a brand-inclusive exhibit floor with partner brands and independent educators providing product knowledge education and technical demonstrations.
Mastermind with Keya*
DAY 1 (APRIL 6)
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A deep dive into personal development, leadership and allyship. This session will include a DEI presentation by Keya focused on leadership development, followed by open discussion and interactive activities on Day 1, 10am - 1pm.
*Exclusive to Diamond Mastermind Tickets
Artist Exhibition
DAY 1 (APRIL 6)
Highlight of the Night 1 will open the show with high energy education and hair demonstration.
Birthday Celebrations
DAY 2 (MARCH 18)
Join us in celebrating Keya's 50th-and-a-half birthday by dressing up, winding down, mingling, and enjoying light bites with good company. Attendees will also receive TVR and sponsor SWAG bags. 🎉
Round-Robin
"Hydro-Discovery Curl Clinic™"
DAY 3 (APRIL 7-8)
Collaborative Coaches walk attendees through the clinic floor to assess and observe a spectrum of texture on live models. Topics covered include dry consultation, texture analysis, wet consultation/analysis, detox, detangling, and product usage
Stage Presentations
DAY 2 & 3 (APRIL 7-8)
Main stage will feature a rotation of technical education, demonstrations, panels, and hair presentations throughout Day 2 & 3
Hands-On Education
DAY 3 (MARCH 19)
Attendees will receive comprehensive and hands-on education covering cutting, coloring, and styling techniques for all hair textures, including straight, wavy, curly, and coily hair types.
Breakout Sessions
DAY 2 & 3 (MARCH 18 - 19)
In-depth and intimate education sessions from a myriad of curated product, brand, and independent education.
FEATURING EDUCATION FROM:
THE TVR COLLABORATIVE
Learn from our team’s hands-on education sessions and our trademarked “Hydro-Discover Curl Clinic™."
INDEPENDENT EDUCATORS
Gain valuable insights, advanced techniques, industry trends, business coaching, and wellness guidance to elevate your craft and thrive in your entrepreneurial journey.​
BRAND
EDUCATORS
Align with brands to develop a deeper understanding of products and brand’s texture-inclusive offerings.