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Seminars and Workshops

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April 24-26, 2026

Friday

Work Smarter Not Harder

9:00am

Cassandra Eye

Everyday 9 to 5 Grooms

9:00am

Kelcey Ann Sexton

Easy Creative Extras

9:00am

Cindy Oliver

Hand Scissoring for Doggies

11:30am

Lisa Leady

Handling Mad Dogs

11:30am

Madeline Rothwell

It's Okay to be different

12:30pm

Eris Yates

Shears and Equipment

2:30pm

Dennis Brooks

Is That a Yorkie?

2:30pm

Kelsey Ann Sexton

Setting Boundaries

2:30pm

Denise Heroux


Saturday

Pet Tech CPR Course

9-3pm

Misty Gieczys

Terrific Terriers

9:00am

Scott Wasserman

Routines To The Rescue

9:00am

Kelsey Ann Sexton

Business Startup 101

11:30

Cassandra Eye

Simple Carving and Color in the Salon

11:30

Cindy Oliver

Equipment Maintenance and saving money

2:00pm

Dennis Brooks

Let's Face it!

2:30pm

Kelcey Ann Sexton

Cover Your Booty

3:00pm

Denise Heroux


Sunday

Why Build It That Way

9-12pm

Misty Gieczys

Doodle It!

9:00am

Kelsey Ann Sexton

Where To Start with Color and Pricing

9:00am

Cindy Oliver

Introduction to Stripping

12-2pm

Scott Wasserman

Doubled Up on Double Coats

12:30

Lisa Leady

Groomer Wellness 101

12:30pm

Eris Yates

Poodle Pizazz

2:30pm

Madeline Rothwell

What To Use and When

2:30pm

Misty Gieczys

Confessions of A People Pleasing Groomer

3:00pm

Kelsey Ann Sexton

Welcome to St. Louis Groomfest

St. Louis Groomfest Educational Seminars and Classes

Pet Tech CPR Certification-Misty Gieczys

Day long Certification Workshop on CPR and first aid.  Includes workbook and demo pets to practice on in class. Break for lunch included.


Why Build it That Way- Misty Gieczys

A well-designed salon can boost productivity, attract clients, and increase your bottom line. In this class, we'll show you how to plan a functional and stylish space without breaking the bank. Learn insider tips on maximizing efficiency, securing financing, and creating a layout that works for you.


Why the Products Matter- Misty Gieczys

What’s in the products and why it matters. Why using certain products can actually make your job harder and more time consuming. Making the products work in the best way without wasting money!


Make Everyone Happy- Misty Gieczys

Can’t make everyone happy? We can try. Know when to say when. Keeping Clients happy and employees happy with sacrificing your sanity.




Tool Maintenance and Care- Dennis Brooks

Lets talk about the down and dirty of making those expensive tools and equipment last the longest and keeping them running for as long as possible. How little changes to caring for your equipment can extend the life of your tools. 


Shears and Tools- Dennis Brooks

What makes shears and other tools different? He explains the difference between the metals, quality and longevity and how they fit and balance in your hand.


Poodle Pizazz- Madeline Rothwell

For those poodle owners who want it all! Learn to add glam and pizzazz to your everyday trims without sacrificing the easy maintenance your clients want. Madeline will show you how to give a poodle flair and personality while keeping the cut easy to manage.


Handling Mad Dogs- Madeline Rothwell

Handling Mad Dogs We all have them! Bad dogs. Learn tips and tricks for handling difficult dogs and transforming them into well-behaved, stress-free clients. This seminar will cover how to assess a dog's behavior to determine if their aggression stems from fear or is simply a dominant trait. We will explore techniques to manage everything from dogs that alligator roll to those that pancake on the table, even those that constantly sit or paw. Ultimately making the grooming process easier and safer for both you and the dog.


Spruce Up Those Short Cuts- Madeline Rothwell

Discover how fun and easy it is to make a few small changes that give those short styles a little personality, all while keeping them a breeze to maintain.



Grooming Wellness 101-Eris Yates

Keeping your mind & body healthy and happy directly affects your overall well being. Find ways to make everyday better with some simple changes and finding the right fit for your life in this busy demanding career. 


It's Okay To Be Different- Eris Yates

Join them in a discussion about being different and taking control of your individuality in the workplace in a positive way. Advocating for yourself and having a healthy work life being on the spectrum or part of the LGBTQ community.


Business Startup 101-Cassandra Eye

if you’re interested in starting your own business or are in the planning stages this class will help. We will discuss state/federal legalities, financing, client relations, pricing, and more! 


Work Smarter Not Harder- Cassandra Eye

This class will discuss products and equipment that will help you work smart and efficiently! 


Business Burnout- Cassandra Eye

Is your business struggling with financials, expenses, client issues or employee issues? We will discuss all these common issues and how to navigate them to avoid business stress burnout!


Terrific Terriers- Scott Wasserman

Mastering the art of the terrier. Learn balance and blending with your clippers to give them that natural looking with out handstripping. Learn tips and tricks on getting those iconic heads with thinners and clippers.


Hand Stripping A-Z

Want to learn about hand stripping? Or refine your skills? Learn about tools and techniques you can apply in the Salon? Scott with touch base on several aspects from starting out to refining your skills and finding dogs to practice on.


Confessions of a people-pleasing Pet Groomer- Kelsey Ann Sexton
"Yes, I can fit Fluffy in," "Sure, you can pick
up late," "Yes, I will waive the fee.” Does
this sound like you? In this class we will go
over lighthearted issues that arise, caused
unknowingly by us trying to please
everyone. Going from customer servant to
customer service, Kelsey Ann will discuss
steps to incorporate boundaries to please
you, which, in turn, builds wonderful
customer relationships.


“Let’s Face it” - Kelsey Ann Sexton

Cute everyday groom faces

Let’s face it! You don’t wanna spend hours
on a face but you want your grooms to
look cute everytime. In this class you’ll learn
my tips for a starting point on a cute little
face that can translate to every pet groom
you do. 



Everyday “9-5” Grooming- Kelsey Ann Sexton
Let’s get in the flow and enjoy the workday!
Join Kelsey Ann Sexton as she shares and
demonstrates some quick tips to zhuzh up
your everyday dog grooming routines. You
will learn tips for home-grooming fixes that
took out hair in all the wrong places and
leaving hair in certain areas to give owners
the fluffy illusion without sending home
higher-maintenance grooms. She will also
discuss tactics for strategic mat removal
that keeps the dog comfortable and how to
make even a shave-down look cute! Time is
money and let’s chat about how to make it
work for you without whittling away at hair
and your time.



Doodle It! -Kelsey Ann Sexton
Join Kelsey Ann for a simple method that
can be applied to any doodle groom! She
will go over the different strategies for
various coats, owner demands and training
techniques for the dog and human. Just
doodle it!


Is That A Yorkie?!- Kelsey Ann Sexton
Pet Yorkies can vary in all shapes, sizes,
temperaments and hair. Join Kelsey Ann
Sexton for a fun-filled breakdown of how
to master the faces, feet and styles to
make an uncertain appointment transform
into one of your favorites!


Creative Coloring and Sculpting- Cindy Oliver

See how fun and easy it is to add a little color and shape to any dog to give those grooms an elevated fun finish. Carving simply designs doesn't have to overly complicated or difficult. She will go over different coloring options and products to use. 


Easy Creative Extras- Cindy Oliver

Cindy will walk you through easy and simple creative add ONS and extras that take little to no time and how to charge for them. There are so many possibilities to add flare and pops of color


Cover Your Booty- Denise Heroux

In grooming, safety is everything—one slip, one bite, or one missed policy can cost far more

than you think. This seminar dives into the real-world safety practices every salon needs: safe

handling and restraint techniques, using equipment properly, preventing accidents on the table

and in the tub, and creating a safe environment for both pets and staff. We’ll also cover the

business side of safety with waivers, incident reports, intake forms, and policies that protect you

when things go wrong. Whether you’re behind the grooming table or running the salon, you’ll

leave with practical tools and systems that keep pets safe, groomers protected, and your business

covered—because safety isn’t optional, it’s the foundation.


Setting Boundaries: Balancing Mental Health with Clients, Coworkers, and Employers- Denise Heroux

This seminar is tailored for grooming professionals seeking to maintain mental wellness

while navigating relationships with clients, coworkers, and employers. Explore practical

strategies for setting clear boundaries to manage stress and avoid burnout. We’ll

discuss effective communication techniques for addressing needs and expectations,

and tips for balancing your personal and professional life. Join us to learn how to protect

your mental health while thriving in your role.










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