Join us in Vegas for 3 days of: Factory sharpening demos, including curve sharpening techniques.
Hands-on Practices. Demos of shears functionalities and design purposes. Professional selling skills.
Priority access to new models of 2025, and exclusive shear deals.
Hands-on Practices. Demos of shears functionalities and design purposes. Professional selling skills.
Priority access to new models of 2025, and exclusive shear deals.
CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST AND BUFFET LUNCH INCLUDED.
Las Vegas, TUSCANY SUITE & CASINO 255 EAST FLAMINGO RD.
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ABOVE EDGE 2026
Discover creativity and innovation at Above Edge 2026! Explore design trends, experience manufacturing demos, sharpen your skills at the workshop, and witness captivating hair-cutting and pet grooming demonstrations. Elevate your expertise with our professional selling seminar. Unleash your potential at this inspiring event!
SHOW SCHEDULE
05/04 Mon. 10 am – 6 pm | 05/05 Tue. 9 am – 6 pm | 05/06 Wed. 9 am – 4 pm |
05/04 Mon. 10 am – 6 pm | 05/05 Tue. 9 am – 6 pm | 05/06 Wed. 9 am – 4 pm |
SHOW AGENDA
DAY 1 - MONDAY 5/4
7:30am to 6:00pm
7:30 am
Breakfast
9:30 am
Registration/Greeting/Grouping/Team and Vendor Introduction
10:00 am
Winning the Competition Through Innovative Shears Development (Chao Wei, President, Above
Shears)
10:45 am
Elevating Customer Service-How To Support Your Sales (Lauren Garcia, Customer Service
Manager, Above Shears)
11:00 am
From Demo to Deal-New Shears and Combs Release and Demos (Topher Kirnec, Education
Director, Above Shears)
12:00 pm
Coffee Break
12:15 pm
Trust Building with Hair Stylists-How to Sell to the Salons (Daniel Holzberger, Co-owner of Van
Michael Salons, Chief Instructor of Aveda, Award-Winning Stylist)
1:00 pm
Buffet Lunch
2:00 pm
Effective Knife Sharpening-Mastering Through the Right Equipment and Suppliers (Cliff Curry, President, Curry Custom Cutlery)
2:30 pm
Clipper Blades Sharpening-Systems, Tools, and Techniques for Precision Performance (Mitch
Kingsland, President, The Shop Inc)
3:00 pm
Pros and Cons in the Sharpening Industry-Opportunities and Challenges (Dennis Brooks,
President, Sharp Edge)
3:45 pm
Coffee Break
4:00 pm
Field Solutions-How to Handle Difficult Shears Repairs on the Spot with Hands-On Practices - Jim
O’Donnell, President, On the Edge, ABOVE Manufactory Certified ’24
5:45 pm
Q&A
6:00 pm
Close
DAY - 2 TUESDAY 5/5
7:30am To 6:00pm
7:30 am
Breakfast
9:00 am
Review Hot-Points
9:30 am
More Profit, Same Effort-How to Make More Money Without Increasing Your Workload (Ronald
Wada, President, The Shear Doctor)
10:30 am
Selling Solutions, Not Products-Understanding Pain Points to Close Sales (Topher Kirnec,
Education Director, Above Shears)
11:30 am
Photo Taking
11:45 am
Coffee Break
12:00 pm
Helping Clients Succeed-The Helping Mindset (Frederick Tessier, President, Scissors Master,
ABOVE Manufactory Certified ’24 ’25)
1:00 pm
Buffet Lunch
2:00 pm
Trust that sells-The Sharpener-Client Relationship Advantage (Mark Manson, President, The
Shear Wizard - ABOVE Manufactory Certified ’25)
2:30 pm
Live Dog Grooming Demo-Understanding Grooming Shears to Improve your Results (Tessa
Koenig, Award-Winning Groomer, Sales Director, Above Shears)
3:15 pm
Coffee Break
3:20 pm
Size Matters-The Importance of Sizers for Comfort and Control (Emily Little, Shears Ring,
Founder, Inventor, Licensed Cosmetologist)
3:40 pm
Every Component of Sharpening Matters-Stones of Various Functions (Harrelson Stanley,
President, Nano Hone)
4:00 pm
Mastering Kitchen Knife Sharpening-Essential Techniques for Precision Cutting (Ryan Quast,
President, Supersharp)
4:30 pm
From Edge to Finish-Sharpening and Polishing Techniques with Hands-on Practices (Bert Suggs,
President, Acer Edge, ABOVE Manufactory Certified ’24 ’25)
5:45 pm
Q&A
6:00 pm
Close
DAY - 3 WEDNESDAY 5/6
7:30am To 3:00pm
7:30 am
Breakfast
9:00 am
Review Hot-Points
9:30 am
Sales From First Contact to Repeat Orders: Building Profitable Customer Loyalty (Robert
Whitehead, President, Exceptional Edge, ABOVE Manufactory Certified ’24)
10:30 am
Advantage of the Rideline Wheel-Faster, Smoother, and More Accurate Sharpening
(Alex Lee, Vice President, Above Shears)
11:30 pm
Coffee Break
11:45 am
Standing Out in the Industry-Panel Insights and Actionable Takeaways
1:00 pm
Buffet Lunch
2:00 pm
Certification
3:00 pm
Close
event instructors
Alex Lee,
Above Shears
Bert Suggs,
Acer Edge
Chao Wei,
Above Shears
Cliff Curry,
Curry Custom Cutlery
Daniel Holzberger,
Aveda
Dennis Brooks,
Hamaguri USA
Emily Little,
Shears Ring
Frederick Tessier,
Scissors Master
Harrelson Stanley,
Nano Hone
Jim O’Donnell,
On the Edge
Lauren Garcia,
Above Shears
Mark Manson,
The Shear Wizard
Mitch Kingsland,
The Shop Inc.
Ryan Quast,
Grind Knife Sharpening
Robert Whitehead,
Exceptional Edge
Ronald Wada,
The Shear Doctor
Tessa Koenig,
Above Shears
Topher Kirnec,
Above Shears
Twin beds and king beds available.
Among the largest standard guest rooms in Las Vegas, you’ll enjoy the residential ambiance of our Deluxe Executive Suites. Measuring over 625 square feet, there’s more than enough room for work or relaxation. Relax in the comfort of a pillow-top mattress, sumptuous duvet, and plush pillows. Refresh with a spacious bathroom featuring a relaxing tub, separate shower, and water closet. Unwind in your comfortable living area with a full-size sofa and chair. Recharge at your wet bar, equipped with coffee maker, refrigerator, and dining table & chairs.
For Rooms
Visit this link for a special rate of $89! Or call The Hotel: 702-893-8933 and mention Above Edge Event.
vendor booth available:
Please contact Alex Lee for vendor booth Email:
At the event, the vendor show will be open where you can talk, network,
and shop with the best in the industry! Plus Exclusive Deals of Above Shears.
and shop with the best in the industry! Plus Exclusive Deals of Above Shears.
