Two days of education to help you learn about creating an impenetrable foundation for your grooming business!
This summit is vital for all professional pet groomers, salon owners, managers, mobile groomers, housecall groomers, grooming apprentices, and anyone responsible for the care and safety of animals in a grooming environment.
Own the Systems. Own Your Future
The grooming industry is changing. Labor laws are tightening, OSHA is watching, and “guessing” at your profit margins is no longer an option.
We have recorded a high-level, 10-hour business intensive designed to take you from a talented groomer to a Business Architect. No fluff, no distractions—just the blueprints, the math, and the legal frameworks you need to build a business that stands the test of time.
The Masterclass Modules
Phase 1: Compliance & The Legal Shield
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OSHA for the Salon: Chemical Safety, Ventilation, & Noise Presented by Anjie Coates Protect your health and your license. This module covers mandatory safety standards, SDS (Safety Data Sheets), and environmental management to keep your salon 100% compliant.
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The Labor Law & Pay Structure Intensive Presented by Anjie Coates The definitive guide to 2026 payroll. Learn how to navigate the 1099-to-W2 transition, calculate legal overtime for commission-based staff, and build a pay structure that attracts talent without breaking the bank.
Phase 2: Foundation & The Startup Genesis
From Employee to Business Owner Presented by Valerie McFadden The perfect starting point for new owners or those needing a “reset.” Valerie details the critical path from shears to CEO.
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The Essentials: LLC vs. S-Corp, Insurance (Animal Bailee/Liability), and Licensing.
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The Infrastructure: Setting schedules, choosing your professional “Pit Crew” (CPA/Coaches), and the financial discipline required to pay yourself first.
Phase 3: Profit & The Legacy Exit
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Product Cost Per Dog (PCPD) & Profit Optimization Presented by Anjie Coates Stop leaking profit. We break down the “Micro-Math” of every groom, from shampoo ounces to electricity costs, ensuring your pricing is built for maximum ROI.
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The Groomer’s Legacy: Succession & Sale Readiness Presented by Anjie Coates Build it to sell it. Learn how to value your business using EBITDA, how to prepare your books for a buyer, and how to groom a successor so you can eventually walk away with a check.

