Sola at Premiere Orlando 2026: Connection, Community, and What’s Next for Independent Beauty

The future of beauty was on full display at Premiere Orlando — and Sola was right in the middle of it.

From education-to-industry celebrations to genuine conversations with beauty professionals on the show floor, this year’s event was a reminder of why moments like these matter. Here’s a look at how Sola showed up.

Building Independent Businesses with Brendnetta Ashley

One of the highlights of the weekend was the “Independent Blueprint,” a class led by Sola Ambassador, Brendnetta Ashley, on building a successful independent beauty business. Brendnetta brought real talk about what it actually takes to grow as an independent pro — from building a clientele to creating a brand that’s authentically yours. Attendees walked away with the foundational knowledge on how to start their own independent business with Sola. Her energy in the room was everything.

Show Floor Conversations and a Very Sola Happy Hour

Throughout the weekend, our team spent time on the show floor connecting with industry pros and future talent — listening, learning, and sharing what’s new at Sola. We also hosted a happy hour that was very Sola, bringing together beauty and wellness professionals for an evening of good energy, great conversations, and a few well-deserved cocktails.

Supporting the Next Generation at the Beauty Changes Lives Gala

We were also proud to support and attend the Beauty Changes Lives Gala. Beauty Changes Lives is a charitable partner of Sola, and their work to support students, emerging professionals, and future industry leaders aligns closely with our commitment to the beauty community. The evening was a powerful reminder of what's possible when we invest in the next generation.

Celebrating Incredible Talent

Premiere was also a moment to celebrate some of the best in the industry. Congratulations to Sola pros: Brendnetta Ashley and Dayna Gamba, on their PBA NAHA nominations — a prestigious recognition. And a massive shoutout to Sola friend, Nina Tulio, on being named Educator of the Year. This kind of recognition speaks to the talent and dedication this community brings every single day.

Until Next Time

One of the reasons Sola loves events like Premiere is simple: it’s where our pros are. Learning. Exploring what’s next. Investing in their businesses and building careers on their own terms. We’re proud to be part of those conversations.

To everyone who stopped by, joined a class, grabbed some Sola swag, shared their story, or raised a blue cocktail with us — thank you. We left inspired, energized, and more excited than ever about what’s ahead for independent beauty.