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Qnity Lightbulb Moments
For salon, spa, and beauty industry leaders who crave clarity, financial success, and real-world inspiration. Hosted by Tom Kuhn—Founder and CEO of Qnity, industry innovator, and former salon owner—each episode features powerful “lightbulb moments” that help leaders make smarter decisions, boost profitability, and unlock growth. From insightful solo episodes to candid conversations with top industry changemakers, you’ll walk away with practical tools, fresh ideas, and a renewed sense of…
Episodes
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Lightbulb Moments - Featuring Dr. Katie Pritchett
Most leaders fix the org chart when something feels off. But what if the real issue isn’t where people sit, but what state they’re in when they do the work? On…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Michelle Chandler, Schwarzkopf
What if the biggest opportunity in the beauty industry isn't a new product, but paying closer attention to the professionals driving the industry?Michelle…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Luke Carlson
What Really Changes as a Business Scales 🤔What does it take to grow from one location to a national brand without losing the culture, customer experience, or…
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Lightbulb Moments Episode | Featuring Jason Altmire & Riley Burr
Every generation gets handed the same advice: go to college, get a degree, land a stable job. What if the smartest career move today looks nothing like that?In…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Susan Wos and Mary Beth Berns
Succession Planning in the Beauty Industry: What Every Owner Needs to KnowIn this episode, host Tom Kuhn is joined by two powerhouse voices in beauty business…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Tom Kuhn and Candice Gliatto
This episode of Lightbulb Moments explores one of the hottest topics in the salon industry: stylist compensation. With conversation around uncapped…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Larry Schooler
From Conflict to Collaboration: Practical Wisdom for Leaders with Dr. Larry SchoolerIn this episode, host Tom Kuhn sits down with Dr. Larry Schooler, Assistant…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Jared Sanders
In this episode of Lightbulb Moments, Tom Kuhn and CPA Jared Sanders of Lightheart, Sanders and Associates reveal key findings from the 2025 Salon P&L Study…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Micah Nickens
In this powerful episode of Lightbulb Moments, Tom Kuhn sits down with Micah Nickens for a deeply moving conversation about trauma, healing, presence, and what…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Crystal Anderson
In this episode of Lightbulb Moments, Tom Kuhn sits down with Crystal Anderson of Babe Hair Extensions and Beauty Industry Group to explore the rapid growth of…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Sudheer Koneru
In this episode of Lightbulb Moments, Tom Kuhn talks with Sudheer Koneru, CEO of Zenoti, about key insights from the 2026 Beauty & Wellness Benchmark Report…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring: Ameet Kallarackal
In this episode of Lightbulb Moments, Tom Kuhn sits down with Ameet Kallarackal co-founder and CEO of Glammatic, to explore how the salon industry is evolving…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Ronan Perceval
This episode of Lightbulb Moments takes a practical look at how AI is showing up inside the salon business, beyond the hype.Host Tom Kuhn sits down with Ronan…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Tom Kuhn
In this special mini-episode, Tom Kuhn takes a moment to connect with the audience live from Austin, Texas, and share updates on some exciting happenings in…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Thanh Pham
In this episode of Lightbulb Moments, Tom Kuhn sits down with Austin-based AI operator Thanh Pham for a fast-paced, eye-opening conversation about how AI is…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Jodi Ohama
In this episode of Lightbulb Moments, Tom sits down with leadership coach and Circle facilitator Jodi Ohama for a candid conversation about what’s really…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Alain Audet
“Data’s Like a Bag of Chips: Insights from the Kim Report” Ever wonder what’s really driving salon revenue, services, and staffing trends? Tom Kuhn sits down…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Tom Kuhn, Qnity Founder
Kick off 2026 with clarity, focus, and a fresh game plan. In this solo episode of Lightbulb Moments, Tom sets the tone for the year ahead with a powerful reset…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Debra Neill Baker
Beauty industry visionary. Inspired leader. Impassioned teacher. Debra Neill Baker serves as Chairman of Neill Corporation with a leadership philosophy rooted…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Chris Wittich
In this episode, Tom talks with Chris, head of the tax department at Boyum & Barenscheer, about what salon owners need to know for 2025 taxes. Having guided…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Kacy Smith and Tina Ruiz
This week, Tom chats with Kacy Smith, General Manager of James Griffith Salon, and Tina Ruiz, Operations Director and Managing Partner of Ruiz Salon Group…
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Lightbulb Moments Featuring Erin Kuhn Bhansali, President and Partner of Qnity for Schools
In this episode of Lightbulb Moments, Tom sits down with Erin Kuhn Bhansali, President and Partner of Qnity for Schools, to explore the exciting launch of…
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Lightbulb Moments Featuring Reuben Carranza
Industry Wisdom from a Beauty Powerhouse with Reuben Carranza Join host Tom Kuhn with Reuben Carranza, Group CEO of Bansk Beauty and Board Director for Amika…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Phil Murray
“Scaling with Soul: Lessons from Milk + Honey’s CEO, Phil Murray”Join us as Phil Murray, CEO of Milk + Honey, shares how he partners with founders to grow…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Heath Smith
Business Succession Planning - The What, Who, When & How In this episode of Lightbulb Moments, Tom sits down with Heath Smith, Director of Advisory Services…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Rebecca Ezolt
The Financial Health Check with Rebecca Ezolt Join host Tom Kuhn with Rebecca Ezolt, Qnity for Business Profit Advisor and former CEO of LL Salon Group. With…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Sharah Madrone
How the Owner Mindset Transformed Sharah from MT to Multi-Location Success.Based in Eugene, Oregon, Qnity Guide Sharah Madrone shares her journey from massage…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Ameet Kallarackal
Deep insights from Marketing Mastermind, Ameet Kallarackal, CEO and CoFounder of Glammatic.This isn't just another marketing discussion—it's your chance to…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Jared Sanders, Adriana Arispe, And Candice Gliatto
The numbers are in with surprising truths about what really drives profitability in the beauty industry. Three powerhouse voices dissect the newly released P&L…
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Lightbulb Moments Featuring Karla Lopez-Martinez
From Dreamer to Doer: Karla Lopez-Martinez's Journey in the Beauty IndustryMissed the LIVE show? Catch up on our inspiring conversation with Karla…
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Lightbulb Moments Featuring Tom Kuhn's Top Takeaway's from the FiLL
Tom shares his key takeaways from The FiLL 2025 this week. In this special episode, Tom delves into the conference's theme, "PLAY!", which emphasized bold…
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Lightbulb Moments Featuring Steve Reiss
Data-Driven Beauty: Steve Reiss on Transforming the Industry Through Insights and InnovationThis week on Lightbulb Moments, we're joined by Steve Reiss…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Goulds Salon Part 1 Multi-Generation
Join Tom Kuhn as he welcomes Samantha and Philip Gould, stewards of a remarkable beauty empire that's been turning heads since 1932. From a single Memphis…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Shana Merlin
Join host Tom Kuhn for an illuminating conversation with improv master Shana Merlin, founder of Merlin Works and award-winning improvisational talent.Tom will…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Candy Shaw
Painting with Light: Candy Shaw's Journey from Salon Legacy to Global EducatorThis week on Lightbulb Moments, we sit down with Candy Shaw, the "Balay Boss"…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Dr. Stuart Brown
"The Power of Play: How Childlike Wonder Transforms Adult Leadership"Join host Tom Kuhn for a profound conversation with three generations of play research…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Edward Gottried, BETTERMENT
Join host Tom Kuhn for LIGHTBULB MOMENTS, featuring Edward Gottfried, Vice President of Product Management at Betterment. In this unscripted conversation…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Susan Wos, SalonSpa Connection
Join host Tom Kuhn for LIGHTBULB MOMENTS, where this week's special guest Susan Wos, Founder of SalonSpa Connection, reveals the spark behind her…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Tom Kuhn
Discover a revolutionary approach to team engagement as Tom Kuhn unveils ACCE - a powerful methodology that bridges the gap between business metrics and human…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Robert Reed
Join Tom Kuhn for an inspiring Lightbulb Moments interview with Robert Reed, founder of ERGO Research and creator of the Art of the Blowdry education program!…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Jayne Morehouse
Join us for an illuminating conversation with Jayne Morehouse, a powerhouse in beauty industry communications and CEO of the Beauty Industry Report. With…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Tom Kuhn
Inspiration meets action in this segment hosted by Tom Kuhn, Founder and Visionary of Qnity. He shares his most recent Lightbulb Moment - "a sudden…
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Lightbulb Moments Throwback | Featuring John Dijulius
In this Lightbulb Moments packed episode with author John DiJulius and Qnity's Tom Kuhn, we learn how John's personal mantra to "be narrow and deep" has…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Jared Sanders
Join Tom as we welcome back Jared Sanders, seasoned CPA with Lightheart Sanders and Associates, a leading accounting firm for single and multi-location beauty…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Luisa Garcia, Soliel Salon
In this episode of LIGHTBULB MOMENTS, host Tom Kuhn welcomes back Luisa Garcia, owner of Soleil Salon and Spa, for a new inspiring conversation. Luisa shares…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring DEBRA NEILL and GARRISON NEILL
In this Multi-Gen episode, Tom shares a unique conversation with Neill Corporation leaders and family members, Debra Neill and Garrison Neill, that centers on…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Tom Kuhn
In this short episode, Tom shares insights into THE STRANGEST SECRET by Earl Nightingale, a book that offers a practical guide to achieving success and…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Luscious & Co and Vish
In this episode, we bring together returning guests and visionary leaders from Luscious & Co and Vish, a strategic partnership that is reshaping education…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Megan Jasper, Gadabout + VerVe Salons
This week's feature brings us an industry icon! At Qnity, we know that sometimes you have to let go of what's weighing you down to make space for what's next…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Naomi Brien
Join us for a conversation with Naomi Brien, Director of Marketing, Verde Salon Group & Aveda Institute Winnipeg. Naomi is driven by a deep passion for the…
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Lightbulb Moments Throwback | Featuring Gordon Miller
Gordon Miller is CEO and President of Beauty Cast Network, the industry's leading Career Services and Placement platform for schools-- and Founder of Social…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Jody Rivera
We welcome you to join Tom Kuhn, Founder and Visionary of QNITY as he chats with Jody Rivera, owner of Swamp Mermaid Beauty Project and digs into her early…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Shannon Drexler
Join us as we tackle the challenging decision of parting ways with a top revenue producer who's causing issues. We’ll discuss signs that an employee may be…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Joz Miller
Join Qnity Founder and Visionary, Tom Kuhn as he explores a well-crafted Client Journey map with one of Boulevard’s self-care industry experts. Jozlyn Miller…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Square One
Tune in to this highly captivating conversation with the triad from Square One Salon, multi-owners Brent, Doug, and Josh as Tom digs into the founders’ origin…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Rodrigo Himiob
Join Qnity Founder, Tom Kuhn in this fascinating conversation with Rodrigo Himiob, Generation 6. As a versatile, purpose-driven leader and board-ready family…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Sudheer Koneru
As the founder and CEO of Zenoti, Koneru studied computer science and later transitioned into the the health and spa industry, where he identified significant…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Dr. Pepper Pastor
Our live audience could not get enough of this episode!! Tom leads this conversation for a better understanding of workplace studies performed globally with…
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Lightbulb Moments | Featuring Sydney Berry
One of two Golden Lightbulb Award recipients for this year's Celebration of Lightbulb Moments, Sydney Berry is an influential figure in the beauty industry…