AHC Leadership Summit + Schmoozefest 2026
Insight. Influence. Impact.
WHERE LEADERS MEET, SCHMOOZE AND SHINE
The AHC’s biggest event of the year is back, Leadership Summit 2026, and this time, we’re taking things up a level at Sydney’s freshly revamped Ivy Ballroom.
Connect with the industry’s leaders, innovators, and changemakers for big ideas, brave conversations, and next-level networking. Then celebrate at Schmoozefest, the party everyone talks about.
LEADERSHIP SUMMIT + SCHMOOZEFEST
🗓 Saturday, 27 June 2026 · 1:00–7:00pm · Ivy Ballroom Sydney
Why attend?
✨ Expert insights that shift your thinking
✨ Connections that elevate your business
✨ Real strategies you can use
✨ A party where the industry unwinds together
✨ Includes lunch, afternoon tea and refreshments, plus drinks and canapes
Meet our Keynote Speaker: Mitch Wallis
“If Brené Brown and Jay Shetty had a baby that looked like Justin Bieber who spoke about human relationships in an Australian accent… you’d get Mitch Wallis.”
We are beyond excited to announce that Mitch Wallis – globally renowned leadership expert and “The Real Conversations Guy” – will headline the AHC Leadership Summit 2026.
Yes. That Mitch Wallis.
Mitch has inspired audiences across the world with his powerful approach to courageous communication, authentic leadership and human connection. His transformative five-step framework for having real conversations equips leaders with practical tools to build trust, psychological safety and genuine impact.
In a time where leadership requires more heart, more courage and more connection than ever before, this keynote will be a game-changer for salon owners, managers and industry leaders.
This isn’t just another motivational talk.
This is a blueprint for showing up differently – and leading better.
Secure your spot today!
Tickets & Changes
Tickets are non-refundable but can be transferred to another person by emailing info@theahc.org.au at least 48 hours before the event. If the event is postponed or cancelled, you can transfer your ticket to the new date or request a full refund.
