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Can AI power lasting salon loyalty? Clients crave convenience and personalization—and artificial intelligence has the tools to provide both. Check out this article from our integration partner TrueLark on how AI can help drive great customer experiences. https://lnkd.in/gSFC_44M #joinblvd

In the latest episode of Last Client of the Day, we chat with Amber Rose Johnson, the visionary founder of Facial Lounge, a thriving multi-location aesthetics business. Amber takes us on her journey from struggling with cystic acne as a teenager to becoming a successful entrepreneur in the skincare industry. She shares how her early passion for skincare evolved into a career and how she’s cultivated her leadership skills and empathy to create a supportive and empowering environment for her team. Watch the episode here or listen wherever you get your podcasts! https://lnkd.in/ggW73ubt

Want to join a high-growth Series C startup? Here are 11 hiring high-growth Series C startups w/ top VC investors👇 Use this list to... ↳ Identify interesting companies ↳ Check for open roles in your function ↳ Land your next startup role at a growing company 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝗜 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗲𝗮𝗰𝗵 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆: • Company Name • 🦄 = Valuation >$1B • ⭐ = Top VC Investors • 🏆 = >90% PitchBook Success Probability Score • Series A date, Round size • Position locations Boulevard ⭐🏆 (8/10/22, $70M) - Remote 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼: Smart scheduling and point-of-sale platform that helps salons and spas automate tasks, enhance customer experiences, and turn visitors into loyal clients. PayJoy 🏆 (4/10/24) - SF, International 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼: Affordable smartphone financing in emerging markets, helping underbanked people get phones by making a deposit and choosing a payment plan. Captions ⭐🏆 (7/10/24, $60M) - NYC 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼: AI platform that makes adding captions and effects to videos easy. Cyera ⭐🏆 (4/9/24, $300M) - NYC, Remote 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼: Data security platform that automatically finds and protects sensitive data, helping organizations prevent breaches and manage data risks. Fortera ⭐🏆 (1/26/23, $18.45M) - San Jose 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼: Cement that captures CO₂ emissions during production, reducing carbon footprint and improving performance in construction. Ashby ⭐🏆 (5/29/24, $30M) - Remote 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼: Recruitment software that helps companies streamline their hiring processes to meet growth targets. Miro 🦄⭐🏆 (12/08/21, $400M) - ATX, NYC, SF, LA, Remote 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼: Visual collaboration platform that lets teams work together on a shared digital whiteboard from anywhere. Sleeper ⭐ (9/16/21, $40M) - LA, LV, NYC, SF, SEA, POR 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼: Sports platform that lets fans join fantasy leagues and connect with others, creating a fun community around sports. Found ⭐🏆 (6/11/24, $50M) - SF, SEA, POR, NYC, Remote 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼: Financial platform that offers banking, bookkeeping, and tax services to self-employed people, making it easy to manage their businesses without hassle. SonderMind ⭐🏆 (7/27/23, N/A) - DEN, Remote 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼: Mental health platform that makes therapy more accessible by helping people find therapists and offering tools like telemedicine and direct booking. Harvey ⭐🏆 (7/23/24, $100M) - SF, NYC, LON, 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼: AI assistant that helps lawyers answer complex legal questions and streamline their workflows. Swing Education ⭐ (6/1/23, $39.33M) - Remote 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗱𝗼: Platform that connects substitute teachers with schools, making it easy to find assignments and handle paperwork. Go get that job and build something awesome 💪 --------------------------- If you like this list, follow me, Kyle Thomas, for more. ♻ Share this to help startup job seekers find a new role.

What do top beauty businesses have in common? One key similarity is that they have a firm grasp of their business’s financials. Boulevard reporting expert and lead solutions architect Daniel Landroche has some tips for how to understand and optimize the financial picture for your business. 💰 #joinblvd https://lnkd.in/gDdNNAmx

Nice to see Beauty Launchpad’s coverage of our new podcast, Last Client of the Day! 😎 Check out the latest episode featuring Boulevard’s own Daniel Landroche on what it takes to build a top beauty business (link in comments). https://lnkd.in/gfqJ35hh 

Membership programs can build lasting relationships between your business and your clients. They get exclusive perks while you gain a source of recurring revenue. While designing and implementing a worthwhile membership program takes some work, the rewards are well worth it! Here are some things to consider as you design one for your business. https://lnkd.in/gBiY_9Jq #joinblvd

In this powerful episode of Last Client of the Day, host Jozlyn Miller sits down with Sabrina Robinson, the visionary founder of Thrēo Skin, also known as the "Acne Queen." Sabrina shares her journey to build a brand that champions and cares for often-overlooked deeper skin tones. She saw the lack of representation for Black and Brown people and it inspired her to create Thrēo Skin—a brand that delivers transformative acne treatments while prioritizing inclusivity. 🖤 Whether you're passionate about beauty or diversity, this episode is a must-listen! https://lnkd.in/gZ8YAC4E #joinblvd #lastclientoftheday

Boulevard’s own Katie Chapin, education manager extraordinaire, recently presented a session at Premiere San Antonio all about how to leverage technology for self-care business growth. Katie’s talk covered how to use tech to help enhance the client experience, streamline operations and stay competitive. This article includes her advice along with guidance on how to choose the right technology to support your business. Check it out on the Boulevard blog! #joinblvd https://lnkd.in/g2YZ5fnY 

Episode 2 of Last Client of the Day is out now! 🎤 This episode features an inspiring chat between host Shanalie Wijesinghe and Michelle Saunders, the creative force behind Saunders and James nail salon. 💅 Michelle shares her journey from starting out as a manicurist at Chanel boutiques to becoming a top-tier nail expert for A-list celebrities and high-end fashion brands like Versace, Louis Vuitton, and Saint Laurent. Michelle shares the innovative business and mentorship strategies that have set her apart in luxury nail care, including her bold move to open a rental nail salon alongside her thriving employee-based one. 💪 Enjoy! #lastclientoftheday #joinblvd https://lnkd.in/gjnzm7wZ

This was a big weekend for Boulevard with our team attending not one but TWO great events: Babes in Business Live and Premiere San Antonio! At the Babes in Business event in Nashville, we sponsored the VIP dinner and had the opportunity to meet with an amazing group of salon owners there to learn how to take their business to the next level. 🤩 At Premiere, we assembled a fabulous team to work our booth and talk about improving the client experience. Also, our Education Manager Katie Chapin presented a session about how to leverage technology for business growth. 👏 #joinblvd