IBE® Masters
Pursuing excellence in continued education
This program consistently sells out just days after open enrollment.
Enrollment is open to all certified IBE® stylists! Specific registration info will be sent out to stylists a few weeks prior to the enrollment date.
2022 Enrollment Dates are:
Monday June 6th at 10:00am MT for the September session
Monday October 10th at 10:00am MT for the January 2023 session
Master’s Courses
Alumni Classes
Once you have completed a Master session, you have the opportunity to come back at any time and take NEW classes*! We are always switching things up and keeping it fresh throughout the year, so if you find a new educator or class that interests you, you can reach out to support@invisiblebeadextensions.com and enroll in that class for just $450 (Business, Color and Cutting) and $650 (Technique).
*The class does need to be within the session you have previously taken. For example, if you finished a Business Master session in 2021 you can now take any new classes within the current Business session.
What You Need To Know
When you are ready to take your next step into your continued education with IBE®, this is the place! You can enroll in 2 courses per session. All Masters courses will be recorded and posted here for re-watching in case you missed the class or want to watch again.
IBE® MASTERS COURSE
Business
If you find that you ask yourself “what’s next in my business” this is the course for you! We will dive deep into how to handle growth and create an environment wherein you and your team can succeed.
| Business A Class Dates Sept 12th Sept 26th Oct 10th Oct 24th Nov 14th Nov 28th | Business B Class Dates Sept 19th Oct 3rd Oct 17th Nov 7th Nov 21st Dec 5th |
| TIME | All classes are held on Monday and begin at 6pm ET / 4pm MT |
| PRICE | 3 Payments of $900 or $2,700 Pay In Full |
You will be required to view all Zoom trainings. It is not required to be in LIVE attendance, but it is highly recommended to get the most out of your course. There will be accountability for each training based on the topic. This may include but is not be limited to: journaling, dedicated practice, assignments, correspondence with a mentor, etc.
Meet Your Business Educators
@devingraciano
Devin Graciano
Golden Rules of Retail
Learn to bridge the gap between your artistry and your bottom line.
Devin has been in this industry for approx. 20 years. As a generational hairstylist, she grew up in the salon and has experienced most outlets of what our industry can offer a professional. She has been an international hair educator, head of educational development for cosmetology schools, salons, as well as an advanced academy educator for stylists, platform artist, fashion week, and celebrity stylists – while maintaining clients behind the chair. She has worked for, co-founded, and created global haircare brands, and set out to impact the betterment of our industry.
@danpolhamus
Dan Polhamus
Showing up and being seen:
Learn actionable steps that you can implement to increase your local search results and get your ads in front of the right customers to grow your business.
Dan has been in the beauty industry since 2007 as a digital marketing, e-commerce, video production and strategic branding specialist for prominent brands such as Sam Villa, Behindthechair.com, AIIR Professional and Hairbrained to name a few. Dan has also worked with multiple platform artists and educators, producing content for some of the top education websites in the world. Some of the educators he has worked with are Sam Villa, Ahn Co Tran, Larisa Love, Sally Hershberger, Jenny Strebe, Zach Mesquit, Linh Phan, Chris Appleton, Briana Cisneros, Stephanie Brinkerhoff and many more… Dan has served as Vice President of Digital Marketing for many of the brands mentioned above, focusing on improving SEO, and we are lucky enough to have him bring his vast knowledge and expertise to our IBE® Master Family!
@hair.extension.queen @laineebiehlproductions
McKenzie & Lainee
The Secrets of photography and social media:
Learning the art of photographing your clients and utilizing social media.
Lainee has spent 11 years as a photographer, videographer, and own’s her own content creation company. She also has spent 7 years specializing in social media management. Lainee has worked with many leaders in the hair industry and has been privileged to learn from their expertise. She’s grown a love and passion for the hair industry on an entirely different level. From the very beginning, Lainee has been side by side with IBE® producing all their digital media from filming video courses, photoshoots and product photography. Lainee has an incredible passion for all things creative within the industry. Y’all know her by now! McKenzie is the Creator and Founder of IBE® and launched the company in 2019.
@shearcollective
Joanne Marsden
Hitting the Target:
Creating a strategy to fill your books with your perfect client
Joanne has been behind the chair, styling clients, for over 20 years. Based in Irvine, California, Joanne specializes in brondes, brunettes and IBE®. Her passion is helping guide stylists to set themselves up for success. Throughout her career she has shifted focus in this ever-changing industry, all while keeping up on current trends and maintaining a thriving and growing clientele.
@torijohntstonstyling
Tori Johnston
Growth:
Turning growing pains into positive gains.
Tori is a talented stylist and suite owner in Tulsa OK. Extensions are her true passion and she has created a successful clientele based upon combining her technical skills in coloring and hand-tied extension work. She has set the bar high for IBE® stylists and is known for her flawless flip-ups and seamless color.
@smallbusinesscpa
Michelle Cook
Playing the numbers game:
Tax strategies for your small business.
Michelle Cook is a beauty school graduate turned licensed CPA. As a partner at Carter Cook, CPAs, she specializes in guiding beauty professionals to move beyond compliance and into forward-focused strategy. Michelle also empowers beauty professionals to be the financial expert in their business through her course, Beauty Bookkeeping. When she’s not helping clients maximize profit, you’ll find her snuggling her two babies and drinking lavender tea.
IBE® MASTERS COURSE
Colorist
Gain control of your color brush and learn new techniques to increase your confidence behind the chair. No matter what the client requests you will feel confident you can deliver.
| Colorist A Class Dates Sept 14th Sept 28th Oct 12th Oct 26th Nov 9th Nov 30th | Colorist B Class Dates Sept 21st Oct 5th Oct 19th Nov 2nd Nov 16th Dec 7th |
| TIME | All classes are held on Wednesdays and begin at 6pm ET / 4pm MT |
| PRICE | 3 Payments of $900 or $2,700 Pay In Full |
You will be required to view all Zoom trainings. It is not required to be in LIVE attendance, but it is highly recommended to get the most out of your course. There will be accountability for each training based on the topic. This may include but is not be limited to: journaling, dedicated practice, assignments, correspondence with a mentor, etc.
Meet Your Colorist Educators
Thao Lopes
Blonding: Creating and Maintaining:
Learning the placement and technique used to create a lived-in blonde.
My name is Thao and I’m based out of Fayetteville, NC. I have been a stylist for 9 years and doing extensions for about 7 years. I have had a huge passion for blondes and coloring my entire career. Within the last few years, I found a renewed love for extensions when i discovered Invisible Bead Extensions®. Within 8 months of receiving my certification, I switched my focus behind the chair to exclusively offering and specializing in IBE and have not looked back!
@torijohntstonstyling
Tori Johnston
All-in-one:
Rooting the wefts on the head and fine tuning your color application and formulation.
Tori is a talented stylist and suite owner in Tulsa OK. Extensions are her true passion and she has created a successful clientele based upon combining her technical skills in coloring and hand-tied extension work. She has set the bar high for IBE® stylists and is known for her flawless flip-ups and seamless color.
@haleyhaxtonhair
Haley Haxton
Creating the perfect bronde:
Utilizing placement and color theory to achieve this sought after look.
Haley hit the ground running with IBE® in 2019 when IBE® was launched and has become her truest passion. She now owns Modish Salon in Sarasota, FL which was nominated the top IBE® Salon in 2021, she works alongside 9 other passionate IBE® certified stylists. Haley’s first love behind the chair has always been color and she loves sharing her different color placements she uses daily.
@roguehairdontcare
Tia Ault
Color Corrections:
Learn how to combine color correction techniques with IBE® for the biggest transformations.
It’s Tia! Owner & workaholic at Rogue Salon & Spa. Tia is an Invisible Bead Extensions® Elite stylist who’s achievements include Master Colorist & Stylist of the Year. She has a deep love for all thing’s pertaining to the coloring of hair & solving every clients hair complaint using IBE®. Formulating color for clients hair & the extension hair to create a seamless flow can be challenging. Follow along for a raw, unfiltered approach to hair coloring.
@hair.extension.queen
McKenzie Turley
Make it Custom
Mastering color theory and technique while working with hand-tied wefts.
McKenzie is the creator and founder of The Original Flip Up, Invisible Bead Extensions®. Her quest to elevate the extension industry has enhanced the careers of thousands of stylists from every corner of the world, allowing her to build a tight knit community unlike anything the industry has ever seen. IBE® has also attracted the attention and accolades of multiple media outlets, including Yahoo Business & Finance, and forever changed the way women look at hair extensions. She has been married for almost 20 years, is a mom to 4 beautiful children and lives in Southern UT.
@itsjazzdarling
Jazz Khan
Creative weft placement:
Spark your creativity by learning how to bend the rules for coveted looks.
Jasmin (or Jazz) truest passion is educating and lifting up other stylists. She has continued educating behind the chair, in the salon, and as a guest artist to the same Paul Mitchell School she graduated from and eventually instructed at. Blessed with endless patience she started out as a color correction and cut specialist which lead her to her true calling as an extension specialist and Mentor/ Educator for IBE®.
IBE® MASTERS COURSE
Technique
Step into intensive training where you learn that every stitch truly counts! Receive personal feedback on 50 rows from our resident technique expert Jasmine Hadjis. This training is guaranteed to take your skills to the next level.
| Technique A Class Dates Sept 13th Sept 27th Oct 11th Oct 25th Nov 8th Nov 22nd | Technique B Class Dates Sept 20th Oct 4th Oct 18th Nov 1st Nov 15th Nov 29th |
| TIME | All classes are held on Tuesdays and begin at 6pm ET / 4pm MT |
| PRICE | 3 Payments of $1250 or $3750 Pay In Full |
You will be required to view all Zoom trainings. It is not required to be in LIVE attendance, but it is highly recommended to get the most out of your course. There will be accountability for each training based on the topic. This may include but is not be limited to: journaling, dedicated practice, assignments, correspondence with a mentor, etc.
Meet Your Technique Educators
@jasmineschair
Jasmine Hadjis
A Flawless Foundation:
Dialing in your bead work for that comfortable, flexible install.
Jasmine has been a stylist for 14 years searching for an extension method she can stand behind. When IBE came to the industry summer 2019, she went all in and was part of the first 25 to be certified. Obsessing over the technique and methodology of IBE®, she was given the opportunity to become the Masters Technique Mentor to support hundreds of stylists through the Masters program. She is a true mentor who will encourage you while at the same time push you to the best of your abilities, celebrating your success and coming alongside you as you refine your skills. She is an IBE® Educator, IBE® Elite Artist of the Year, IBE® Community Supporter. She thrives on helping every stylist who is in the technique program as well as those who come to shadow her become wildly successful at this technique.
@sarah.styles.sarasota
Sarah Eckert
Stitching 2.0:
Increasing your speed and creating the perfect start and finish to your row.
Sarah has been a licensed hairstylist for 16 years. She owns Poised Beauty Salon in Sarasota, Florida, where primarily they specialized in color and hair shaping. Once discovering IBE, Sarah knew this was the meant for Poised. She is now an Elite IBE Artist, won the 2021 Flip up award, as well as top 3 for 2021 Master Technician. The master courses have helped Sarah tremendously to build her confidence and master her technique. As a stylist and salon owner, Sarah appreciates quality education, helping other stylists level up their skills and is excited to share her knowledge on how to achieve the perfect stitching with IBE®.
Amanda Gautreau
Perfecting your placement:
Determining placement and utilizing unique options for special extension needs.
In my 13 years behind the chair, education has always been a priority of mine, but through IBE I have learned how much I truly love to inspire and educate stylist to achieve their max potential. In 2021 I shifted my business to focus on extension involved services and focus on the technical side of IBE. Being a shadowing educator I like to get into all the tiny details of how to work not only smarter but achieve the best install for you and your guest.
@itsjazzdarling
Jazz Khan
Scalp Science:
Making proper adjustments based on your clients unique scalp and natural hair density.
Jasmin (or Jazz) truest passion is educating and lifting up other stylists. She has continued educating behind the chair, in the salon, and as a guest artist to the same Paul Mitchell School she graduated from and eventually Instructed at. Blessed with endless patience she started out as a color correction and cut specialist which lead her to her true calling as an extension specialist and Mentor/ Educator for IBE®.
@croppedandpainted
Em Bailey
Reinforcing your Reinstall:
Learning new strategies for an efficient IBE® reinstall.
Salt Lake City-based hair stylist Emily Bailey specializes in hair transformation. She’s a master of color, including complex color changes and balayage techniques that look exquisite yet natural. She is owner of Cropped + Painted salon, was awarded 2021 IBE® Master Technician of the Year, and is an Elite Stylist and Masters Educator for IBE®.
@jasmineschair
Jasmine Hadjis
Troubleshooting:
Identifying common mistakes and adjusting your technique to solve issues.
Jasmine has been a stylist for 14 years searching for an extension method she can stand behind. When IBE came to the industry summer 2019, she went all in and was part of the first 25 to be certified. Obsessing over the technique and methodology of IBE®, she was given the opportunity to become the Masters Technique Mentor to support hundreds of stylists through the Masters program. She is a true mentor who will encourage you while at the same time push you to the best of your abilities, celebrating your success and coming alongside you as you refine your skills. She is an IBE® Educator, IBE® Elite Artist of the Year, IBE® Community Supporter. She thrives on helping every stylist who is in the technique program as well as those who come to shadow her become wildly successful at this technique.
IBE® MASTERS COURSE
Cutting
Cutting should be considered the “cherry on top” to your extension service. Dive deeper into to cutting techniques with our amazing educators.
| Cutting A Class Dates Sept 15th Sept 29th Oct 13th Oct 27th Nov 10th Dec 1st | Cutting B Class Dates Sept 22nd Oct 6th Oct 20th Nov 3rd Nov 17th Dec 8th |
| TIME | All classes are held on Thursdays and begin at 6pm ET / 4pm MT |
| PRICE | 3 Payments of $900 or $2,700 Pay In Full |
You will be required to view all Zoom trainings. It is not required to be in LIVE attendance, but it is highly recommended to get the most out of your course. There will be accountability for each training based on the topic. This may include but is not be limited to: journaling, dedicated practice, assignments, correspondence with a mentor, etc.
Meet Your Cutting Educators
@andrew.carruthers
Andrew Carruthers
Intro to IBE® Foundations
Andrew has helped shape the world of cutting hair. His unique teaching style is apparent to anyone who has had the privilege of listening to him educate. His approach to education is all about connecting with the stylists and offering them the tools necessary to build a fulfilling and long-lasting career.
@jasmineschair
Jasmine Hadjis
A Mermaid in the Making
Jasmine has been a stylist for 14 years searching for an extension method she can stand behind. When IBE came to the industry summer 2019, she went all in and was part of the first 25 to be certified. Obsessing over the technique and methodology of IBE®, she was given the opportunity to become the Masters Technique Mentor to support hundreds of stylists through the Masters program. She is a true mentor who will encourage you while at the same time push you to the best of your abilities, celebrating your success and coming alongside you as you refine your skills. She is an IBE® Educator, IBE® Elite Artist of the Year, IBE® Community Supporter. She thrives on helping every stylist who is in the technique program as well as those who come to shadow her become wildly successful at this technique.
Erin Catalano
Making an Impact
Hi! I’m Erin and I’ve been in the industry for over 20 years. After 15 years of doing different extension methods I’ve finally found my home with IBE. I exclusively do IBE and lived in color. I’m a mama, wifey, salon owner , lover of food and health and my passion of making people feel their best self has never changed!
Renee McNally
Turn up the Volume
Hi! Im Renee and I have been a hairstylist for almost 20 years and an extension artist for 18 of those years. I have always had an obsession for precision, which is why IBE makes my heart so happy. The intricacy of IBE and what I am able to offer my clients because of it is unmatched. I am exclusively an IBE extension only stylist and love creating lived-in color for my guests so that they can have gorgeous low maintenance hair all the time. I absolutely thrive on helping others to be the best they can be and believe in community over competition. Outside of hair, I have an amazing husband that has put up with me for 22 years and am a mom to 2 beautiful daughters who keep me on my toes. I’m a sarcastic, fun, extremely loyal, bull-in-a-china shop kind of person who has an extreme passion for extensions and making others feel fantastic.
@bycarlamarcelle
Carla Marcelle Pagan
Shaping Texture
Working in the beauty industry was destined for Carla even as a child. Her mother was a trailblazer in the 90’s Cleveland nail scene and encouraged Carla to pursue her passion and early talent for hair. After obtaining her Bachelor’s degree from Kent State University, Carla pushed further to receive her Advanced Cosmetology degree from Brown Aveda Institute in greater Cleveland. Carla’s expertise in hair extensions, hair color, and styling has been commissioned by entertainment producers, athletes, celebrities, and on-air talent across the country. She is also a L’OREAL Mizani Artist and texpert.
Lorraine Guarino
Modern Edge
Hey… Lorraine here! Coming to you from Long Island, NY. I have been behind the chair since 1997. I have extensive background in extensions & color, but it wasn’t until I found IBE that I rediscovered my passion for extensions! My search for a solution to my clients needs were finally meet.
Color is truly my passion and I thrive on creating seamlessly blended extensions for the most natural-looking hair. As a stylist, there is just something about helping women feel their best. I take pride and value staying up to date with the latest education so I can offer my guest the best experience. I teamed up with IBE because of their commitment to growth within the industry & the immense support that they show their stylists. Plus, I couldn’t live without my hair extensions so, why should you?
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Master Technician
How to become an IBE® Master Stylist
To advance from Certified Stylist to Master Stylist, you must complete the full IBE® Masters Technique Course which includes submitting all of the required rows to your IBE® technique mentor and receiving their approval. Once that is completed, your designation on the map will automatically change and you will receive your certificate in the mail. For completion of Business, Color, and Cutting, you will not receive a new designation.
Elite Artist
How to become an IBE® Elite Artist
To advance from Master Stylist to Elite Artist, you must complete all 4 IBE® Masters Courses: Business, Cutting, Color and Technique. You will then have the opportunity to receive and sign the Elite Artist Agreement. The agreement requires 2 things:
1. You must display IBE® Elite Artist in your social media bio and website.
2. You must attend an Elite Artist training in St George UT once a year. The training is on us! You just need to get here. There will be multiple options for dates to attend.
Platform Artist
How to become an IBE® Platform Artist
Once you are an Elite Artist, you have the option to continue in your learning and representation of IBE® and become part of our Global Platform Artist Team. This advancement will be available to Elite Artists the first week of January each calendar year. As a Platform Artist, you will have opportunities to provide shadowing, be a brand ambassador, or master educator. You will have the ability to shine as an individual and use your strengths to help best represent IBE® and contribute to the community. There are no monthly costs associated, aside from your existing $125 Boost membership.
The requirements to be a member of the IBE® Platform Artist Team are as follows:
1. You can not educate for another extension brand and will remain IBE® exclusive by not promoting another extension method
2. Attend and actively participate in a monthly virtual mastermind.
3. Submit work monthly as it pertains to mastermind discussions (this will include but not be limited to technical work, color work, business strategies).
4. Attend our annual IBE® Platform Artist retreat (you will be responsible for the cost)
5. You must display IBE® Platform Artist in your social media bio and website.
6. Be actively engaged with the stylist community through the IBE® app and social media channels.