The Aesthetic Show 2025: Where Science Meets Beauty

Innovative, immersive, interdisciplinary

The Aesthetic Show is a multi-disciplinary event in the field of aesthetic medicine, where you get the rare opportunity to work with professionals and industry leaders from all different backgrounds to experience the latest innovations, products, and techniques in the realm of beauty and aesthetics.

Highlights include:

• Immersive training and hands-on experience — Participate in immersive training courses and live demonstrations. Gain practical skills and firsthand experience with the latest products and techniques in aesthetic medicine.
• Business and practice management — Improve your practice with courses on finance, marketing, and staff management.
• Comprehensive education and CME credits — Enhance your practice with a wide range of educational sessions, including business and practice management courses. Earn valuable Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits while expanding your knowledge base.
• Cutting-edge research — Stay informed about the hottest topics and advancements in the field. Learn from key opinion leaders and scientific pioneers about new technologies, procedures, and breakthroughs.
• Networking — Connect with a diverse group of professionals from various medical specialties. Build lasting relationships and collaborate with peers to discover new solutions and techniques.
• Innovations — Explore the latest innovations in the Expo Hall, featuring more than 175 exhibitors. Discover new products and services that can help elevate your practice and improve patient outcomes.

CLA’s Mike White will be at the show leading an all-day symposium focused on establishing a successful practice. Here’s some of what you can expect:

The Aesthetic Business Builder Symposium — Setting Up Your Practice for Success
Thursday, June 26 | 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. PDT

Course Chair and Moderator:
Mike White

In the dynamic world of medical aesthetics having a clear vision is vital for long-term success. Unlock the full potential of your medical aesthetic practice with this comprehensive course designed for new or established practice owners looking to enhance their business operations, leadership skills, and strategic direction.

Led by professionals in business development, financial structuring, accounting, budgeting and forecasting, financial consulting, banking, practice operations, and more, this full-day course delivers resources and knowledge to help you refine your strategy and transform your practice into a thriving, efficient, and profitable business.

Course schedule

9:30 – 11 a.m.

Part I — Vision and Strategic Planning

• Gain insights from industry leaders on crafting a compelling vision and strategic plan to propel your practice forward
• Discover key performance indicators and metrics to track progress and adjust strategies
• Explore the essential relationship between operations and finance — understand the symbiosis and learn practical approaches to integrating the two for enhanced overall performance

Faculty presentations:

Mike White — Operations and Finance: How Symbiotic Do They Need to Be?
Josh Swearingen and Mike White — What Are You Building Towards?

11 a.m. – noon

Part II — Navigating Growth and Scaling in the MedSpa Industry: Key Considerations for HR, Operations, and Financial Management

What to expect / Learning objectives:

• Enhance payroll and staffing for growth and scalability in the medspa industry
• Improve operational efficiency while maintaining service quality
• Focus on the critical financial metrics necessary for profitability and sustainability
• Learn from real-world examples of balancing HR, operations, and finance for better performance
• Understand how financial planning supports effective business scaling

2:45 – 4 p.m.

Part IV: Capital Markets — Getting Funding Isn’t Just About Private Equity

What to expect / Learning objectives:

• Explore various funding sources available beyond private equity
• Learn how to prepare and position your practice for investment opportunities by establishing a strong business model and financial health
• Understand what investors look for in a practice — including KPIs, growth potential, and exit strategies
• Develop effective techniques to communicate your practice’s value proposition to potential investors
• Learn how to prepare for quality of earnings and get tips for getting your deal done successfully

Faculty presentations:

Mike White and Jamie Woollens: Getting Your House in Order
Panel discussion with Craig Woods, John Fidler, Jamie Woollens, Josh Swearingen, and Mike White: Why Investors Want to Buy Your Practice