Sola Summit 2026
As Sola Salons continues to grow and innovate, our strongest moments come when we move forward as one. Inspired by the energy and warmth of Los Cabos, this year's theme reflects our commitment to accelerating growth — through shared knowledge, bold leadership, and the connections that define our community.
Sola Summit is our opportunity to reconnect, celebrate achievements across the network, hear from visionary speakers, and chart the path ahead — together. Expect forward-focused sessions, meaningful recognition, and time to recharge under the Cabo sun.
Schedule
Featured Speaker
8× Inc. 500 Founder · Entrepreneur · Bestselling Author
Frankie Russo is a visionary entrepreneur known for using authenticity and imagination to drive rapid growth. He has led multiple companies to the Inc. 500/5000 list eight years running — including scaling his tech firm 360ia by 60× before its Fortune 500 acquisition. His "Love Your Weird" movement has helped organizations innovate through uncertainty, and his latest work reveals how authenticity, imagination, and generosity fuel continuous growth.
A bestselling author of Breaking WHY and The Art of WHY, and a sought-after speaker, Russo is recognized for transforming cultures and inspiring breakthrough performance. Since 2001, he has built the Russo Capital portfolio across technology, marketing, music, agriculture, and finance with companies operating in the U.S. and India.
Accommodations
Hilton Los Cabos is a laidback, oceanfront escape set on one of the area's rare swimmable beaches. With endless Sea of Cortez views, easygoing Baja-inspired dining, and a warm, welcoming vibe, it's the perfect spot to handle business by day and unwind by the pools or along the wide, sandy shoreline.
+ tax and service charge. Meal plan is applicable October 10–13 and includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, and beverages (including alcohol).
The above rate includes a meal plan package that will be added to your hotel bill upon arrival. The meal plan is $229/person/day + tax and service. It will be added to all reservations October 10–13. When you book your hotel online, you will only see the room rate.
Meal package rates for children are: Under 4 free, ages 5–11 $60/day ++, ages 12–17 $110/day ++.
Getting There
Fly into San José del Cabo (SJD).
Registration includes arrival transfers October 9th and 10th and departure transfers to the airport on October 13th.
A valid passport is required for travel to Mexico. Apply or renew early — processing can take several months.
October in Cabo is warm, sunny, and dry — daytime highs of 90°F, lows of 80°F. Little to no humidity or rain expected.
The official currency is the Mexican Peso, but U.S. dollars are widely accepted. The hotel can also exchange currency.
Check your international coverage before traveling. Cabo is set to Mountain Time. Roaming fees may apply — adjust settings accordingly.
Pack for warm tropical weather: sandals, swimwear, and casual clothing. Some resort restaurants require collared shirts and closed-toe shoes for men in the evenings.
When entering Mexico, border authorities maintain strict duty-free limits on electronics. You are allowed to bring one portable computing device (laptop, tablet, or iPad) per person duty-free. If you bring more than one device, you can be subject to an import duty starting at 19% of the item's total value.
Monday, October 12
Come out to play, watch, mingle, have a drink and socialize with attendees — and be eligible for one of the prizes below:
Join us for the 2nd Annual Sola Summit Pickleball Tournament! Come embrace your competitive spirit or just come to watch, have a snack and sip on a cocktail — the bar will be open! Proceeds from the tournament will benefit Beauty Changes Lives.
Grab a partner and register for friendly competition and bragging rights as the 2nd Annual Sola Summit Pickleball Club champion! Don't have a partner? Register as a single player and we will match you up. We encourage you to have fun, dress up with your partner, and bring on the friendly competition. All levels of play are welcome to register.
Not able to play? Come out and cheer the teams on while sipping on the signature drink "The Dink" and donate! We welcome all to come out and play for a great cause!
The Hilton Los Cabos has 4 regulation pickleball courts on property and plenty of room to socialize around them!
About Beauty Changes Lives — click here for more information. Beauty Changes Lives is a 501c3 charity, not a membership organization. We are committed to uniting the beauty industry to support the next generation of beauty and wellness professionals. Since its inception, Beauty Changes Lives has raised over $8 million for scholarships and programs designed to support and elevate a professional career. We have changed the lives of more than 1,500 beauty and wellness professionals, their families and communities. Beauty Changes Lives facilitates scholarships, mentorships, advanced education, and resources for cosmetology, nail, massage, make-up, barber, and esthetics professionals.
Beauty Changes Lives
Sola Summit has set a $10,000 donation goal to Beauty Changes Lives during the 2026 Sola Summit. Every ticket purchased for the Pickleball Tournament and Cornhole Competition goes directly toward this goal — and toward changing the lives of the next generation of beauty professionals.
Monday, October 12
Get ready to toss, cheer, and compete for a great cause at the Sola Summit Cornhole Competition during the pool party, benefitting Beauty Changes Lives. Whether you're a seasoned cornhole pro or just in it for the laughs, this friendly showdown brings together skill, spirit, and a whole lot of Sola‑style fun.
Teams will battle it out bracket‑style, aiming for glory, bragging rights, and the ultimate title of Sola Summit Cornhole Champions. Expect high‑energy matchups, surprise upsets, fun prizes and plenty of moments worth cheering for. And the best part — every toss helps support the next generation of beauty professionals through Beauty Changes Lives.
Grab a partner, bring your game face, and get ready to play for purpose. It's friendly competition, community, and a whole lot of fun rolled into one unforgettable event.
Dress Code
Casual — shorts and flip flops are perfectly acceptable.
Semi-formal attire requested.
Business Casual
Palm Beach Chic, neon team jerseys, matching colors — have fun with it! Prizes for best team uniform. Athletic footwear suggested.
Secure Your Spot
Choose the registration option that works best for you. Early Bird pricing is available through July 5, 2026 — don't miss out on the savings!
Full conference access including all general sessions, breakouts, and social events. Register before July 5 to lock in this rate.
Register Now →Full conference access including all general sessions, breakouts, and social events. Available after the Early Bird deadline.
Register Now →Join the inaugural Cornhole Competition during the pool party. All proceeds benefit Beauty Changes Lives. All skill levels welcome, come out and join the fun during the afternoon pool party!
Register Now →Join the 2nd Annual Sola Summit Pickleball Tournament. All proceeds benefit Beauty Changes Lives. All skill levels welcome — or just come to cheer!
Register Now →Limited-Time Offer
Why wait to secure your spot at this year's Sola Summit when registering early could literally pay off? For the next four weeks, every early registrant will be automatically entered into our Weekly Registration Raffle — with a new winner selected each week.
Sign up early, and your name will be entered to win a prize the week you register. A new winner each week for 4 weeks! Think of it as a little extra excitement accelerating to an unforgettable conference experience.
Each winner will have the opportunity to select one of the following prizes:
Lock in your spot. Get in the game. And let the winning begin.
Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to corinne@cmievent.com. All refunds are subject to a $100 administration fee.
All registrations cancelled after September 1, 2026 are non-refundable. Some exceptions may apply.
Los Cabos · October 10–12, 2026
Block those calendars.
Book your flights.
Stock up on sunscreen.
We can't wait to see you in Los Cabos for the 2026 Sola Summit!
