The Daily Groomer

Salon & Mobile: What It Takes to Build Beyond One Model

August 19, 2026·1h 0m
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Part I of the Start Series​Presented by The Daily Groomer and  @WagnTailsMobile  ​Thinking about going mobile — or already running your first van — and wondering what the bigger picture looks like?​In this first session of the Start Track, we’re sitting down with an operator who’s built both a mobile and salon business to break down what it actually takes to grow in this industry.​No theory. No fluff. Just a real conversation about what works, what doesn’t, and how to think about your next step.​💬 What You’ll Learn​Elizabeth will share what it’s really like to operate across both mobile and salon — and what that means if you're early in your journey.​We’ll cover:​​✅ The real differences between mobile grooming and salon ownership​​✅ Why many groomers are choosing mobile — and when a salon still makes sense​​✅ What to think about before you commit to your first van​​✅ The early-stage realities of running a mobile grooming business​​✅ How to approach growth without overcomplicating things too early​​✅ Lessons learned from building both sides of the business✅ ​…plus YOUR questions, answered live and unfiltered🎤 Guest Expert​Elizabeth Gibbs​Owner, Barkwood Grooming (Salon & Mobile, Texas)​Speaker • Educator • NCMG • Groom Team USA 2021/22​Elizabeth is a nationally certified master groomer, HBO Max Haute Dog winner, and two-time Groom Team USA member. From grooming celebrities’ pets in Los Angeles to founding Barkwood Grooming back in her hometown, she brings a rare blend of high-end grooming skill and real-world business experience across both salon and mobile.​📍 Part of the Start Series​This workshop is Part I of the Mobile Grooming Growth Summit – Start Track, designed for groomers exploring mobile or in the early stages of building their business.​Part I – May 4​Salon & Mobile: What It Takes to Build Beyond One Model​Part II – May 18​What It’s Really Like to Run a Mobile Grooming Business​Part III – June 1​The Roadmap to Going Mobile: How To Start, Launch, and Grow Your First Van​👉 RSVP for the full Start Series to get the most out of all three sessionsRegister Now ➡️ https://luma.com/thedailygroomer​🐾 Why Attend?​If you’re thinking about going mobile — or just getting started — this is your chance to learn from someone who’s seen both sides.​Understand your options before making a big decision​Learn what actually matters early on (and what doesn’t)​Avoid common mistakes new mobile groomers make​Get clarity on whether mobile is the right move for you​Bring your questions. Leave with a clearer path forward.​🔜 Coming Later This Year​The Scale Track — focused on multi-van owners and operators looking to grow — will be announced later this summer.Stay connected with our guest speakers! Follow them on their social media ⁠@gibbsgrooming. Curious about Teddy? You can ⁠sign up here⁠. For more grooming tips, insights, and stories, check out our website at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Daily Groomer⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Join and be part of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Daily Groomer Community⁠⁠!

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