Summit 2026
The aesthetic industry is evolving.
Most clinics are falling behind.
RISE 2026 is a two-day, no-BS blueprint for building a scalable, profitable, future-proof aesthetic practice.
- Oct 2–3, 2026
- Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District
- 2-Day Intimate Format
Co-founded by industry leaders
Rick O'Neill, FRSA
Co-Founder, RISE Summit
Dr. Cheryl Haseeb
Co-Founder, RISE Summit
What makes RISE different
This isn't just theory.
This isn't just clinical.
This isn't just business.
This is where they intersect.
Built for serious practitioners
Two days. Clinical. Commercial. Operational.
Advanced Business Strategy
Revenue models, operational systems, and growth frameworks used by 7-figure clinics.
Marketing That Converts
Acquisition strategies, retention systems, and brand positioning that drives premium clients.
Hands-on Clinical Training
Advanced techniques, complication management, and clinical excellence from world-class practitioners.
Systems for Scalable Growth
Team building, SOPs, technology stack, and automation for sustainable clinic expansion.
Ultrasound Guided Injecting
Live, hands-on training in ultrasound-guided techniques for safer, more precise injectable outcomes.
Hands on Cadaver Dissection
Rare access to hands-on cadaver work – deepen your anatomical knowledge and elevate your clinical confidence.
Featured speakers
Learn from the best.
Rick O’Neill
FRSA | Co-Founder of RISE Summit
Marketing strategist & Business consultant
Cheryl Haseeb
DNP, FNP | Co-Founder of RISE Summit
Founder of Aesthetic National Institute
David Saadat
MD, FACS
Board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon
Felix Bertram
MD
Business Strategist & Growth Advisor
Kamran Shibli
Former M.D. Alma UK
Business Strategist "52 Wins"
Kate Goldie
MBBS, BSc (Hons)
Global Key Opinion Leader in Aesthetics
Rachel Jarrell
MSN, APRN, AGACNP-BC
Founder, Facial Refinery
Tiphany Hall
Chief Growth Officer, Aesthetic Record
Founder, Aesthetic NEXT
Christin Trujillo
Co-Founder, Maven Financial Partners
Best Selling Author of Med Spa Profitability
Audrey Neff
International Speaker
CMO, Aviva Aesthetics
Expert on scaling & growing MedSpas
Adam Haroun
Branding Expert
Best-Selling Author of Shock Proof
Marlee Bruno
PA-C, CMLC
Founder of Injector Coach Institute
Jackie Miles
FNPCMO, Partner of ANI
Expert in regenerative aesthetics and hormone health
Rachel Polazzi
CRNA
Nationally recognized educator in facial ultrasound
David Weir
MSN, APRN
Nationally recognized educator
Lori Robertson
MSN, FNP-C, Founder of Aesthetic Immersion Training
Global Speaker & Leader in Aesthetics
Sara Shikhman
Managing Partner of Lengea Law
Expert Aesthetic Attorney & Entrepreneur
Shanna Concepcion
RN, CANS
Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist
+ More speakers to be announced
Sponsors & partners
Backed by the best.
Partnering with brands shaping the future of aesthetic medicine.
Interested in Sponsorship?
Sponsorship and advertising packages available, download the brochure below.
The agenda
Two days of transformation.
2nd October 2026
8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
Exhibition Hall Open | Arrival, Registration, Breakfast & Networking
8:45 AM – 9:00 AM
Welcome to RISE Summit
Dr. Cheryl Haseeb & Rick O’Neill
9:00 AM – 9:40 AM
Keynote: Scaling, Selling, and Exiting | Building a Business Bigger Than You
Dr. Felix Bertram
9:40 AM – 10:20 AM
Marketing That Converts | From Visibility to Booked Appointments
Rick O’Neill
10:20 AM – 11:10 AM
Exhibition Hall & Break
11:10 AM – 11:45 AM
Business Panel Discussion (Moderator: Rick O’Neil)
Tiphany Hall, Christin Trujillo, Dr. Felix Bertram, Sara Shikman
11:45 AM – 12:15 PM
The Social Blueprint | How to Build, Engage, and Convert on Social Media
Rachel Jarrell (Ms.Glowtox)
12:15 PM – 1:15 PM
Networking Lunch & Exhibition Hall
1:15 PM – 1:35 PM
Financial Intelligence & Tax Opportunities for Providers | Understanding Profit, Pricing & Financial Optimization
Christin Trujillo
1:35 PM – 2:10 PM
The Regenerative Ecosystem | Integrating Science, Systems, & Strategy
Dr. Kate Goldie
2:10 PM – 3:10 PM
Onstage Live Injecting Model with simultaneous Cadaver Dissection
Dr. Kate Goldie, Dr. David Saadat
3:10 PM – 3:40 PM
The Art of The Consultation | Turning Browsers into Buyers Without Compromising Outcomes
Dr. Cheryl Haseeb
3:40 PM – 4:10 PM
Exhibition Hall & Break
4:10 PM – 4:40 PM
Complications and VO Safety: Science behind the Management
Dr. Alec McCarthy
4:40 PM – 5:20 PM
Regenerative Panel Discussion (Moderator: Cheryl Haseeb)
Lori Robinson, Dr. Kate Goldie, Alec McCarthy, David Weir
5:20 PM – 5:30 PM
Final Close: “Collaboration Elevates an Industry”
5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Networking Happy Hour & Exhibition Hall
7:30 PM – 10:00 PM
“The Great Gatsby” Burlesque Speakeasy Gala Sponsor Booth Remain Open
3rd October 2026
8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
Exhibition Hall Open | Arrival, Registration, Breakfast & Networking
8:45 AM – 9:00 AM
Welcome to RISE Clinical Arm | Faculty Introductions & Rotation Overview
Dr. Cheryl Haseeb
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Station Rotation 1 | Cadaver Dissection
Dr. David Saadat
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Station Rotation 2 | Traceless Techniques
Dr. Kate Goldie
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Station Rotation 3 | Ultrasound Guided Injections & Safety Training
Rachel Polazzi
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Networking Lunch & Exhibition Hall
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Station Rotation 4 | Biostimulator Body Enhancements
Dr. Cheryl Haseeb
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Station Rotation 5 | Hands-On Multilayer Hybrid Techniques
David Weir
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Station Rotation 6 | Advanced PDO Thread + ezGEL
Shanna Concepcion
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Closing Remarks & Certificate Presentation
Dr. Cheryl Haseeb
3rd October 2026
8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
Exhibition Hall Open | Arrival, Registration, Breakfast & Networking
8:45 AM – 9:00 AM
Welcome to RISE Business Arm
Rick O’Neill
9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
The Uncomfortable Truth of Scaling (Includes take-away materials)
Dr. Felix Bertram
10:00 AM – 10:50 PM
“52 Wins” – Operational Workshop (Includes take-away materials)
Kamran Shibli
10:50 AM – 11:10 AM
Exhibition Hall & Break
11:10 PM – 12:00 PM
Social Media Growth Workshop
Rachel Jarrell (Ms.Glowtox)
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Networking Lunch & Exhibition Hall
1:00 PM – 1:40 PM
Luxury Branding Workshop (Includes take-away materials)
Adam Haroun
1:40 PM – 2:30 PM
Digital Marketing Workshop (Includes take-away materials)
Rick O’Neill
2:30 PM – 2:50 PM
Exhibition Hall & Break
2:50 PM – 3:40 PM
Exit/Acquisition Workshop (Includes take-away materials)
Audrey Neff
3:40 AM – 4:05 AM
Intelligent Finance Workshop (Includes take-away materials)
Christin Trujillo
4:05 AM – 4:25 AM
Sponsored Workshop
4:25 PM – 4:45 PM
Exhibition Hall & Break
4:45 PM – 5:05 PM
Systems & Data Workshop (Includes take-away materials)
Tiphany Hall
5:05 PM – 5:30 PM
Perfection Is Expensive: The Toxic Mindsets Keeping CEOs Chained to Their Business
Marlee Bruno
5:30 PM – 5:45 PM
Closing Remarks
Rick O’Neill
The Outcome
You'll leave with more
than just ideas.
- A clear roadmap for your clinic's next 12 months
- Practical frameworks you can implement immediately
- Confidence to execute on business and clinical strategy
- A curated network of ambitious practitioners
The location
Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District
Houston, Texas · 77010
Hotel ZaZa Houston Museum District
A luxury retreat for an elite gathering
Limited availability
Intimate event. Limited seats.
This is not for beginners. This is for practitioners ready to lead.
Tickets
Secure your seat.
One Day Pass
Leadership & Business Intensive
$899
- Full access to Day 1 programming
- Leadership + business strategy sessions
- Scaling, marketing, and profitability frameworks
- Expert-led panels and discussions
- Sponsor networking opportunities
- Breakfast + lunch provided
- Access to event vendors + resources
Two Day Pass
Choose between Business or Clinical Track
$4500 - Early bird price
- Full access to Day 1 + Day 2
- Complete business + clinical education experience
- Priority access to breakout session registration
- Exclusive networking opportunities
- Event workbook or resource guide Breakfast + lunch both days
- Bundle savings vs. purchasing separately
- Priority access to limited-capacity trainings
- Strongest ROI for long-term growth
Bringing your team?
Corporate rates are available for clinics and group bookings.
Enquire via katie@anihouston.com
RISE Summit 2026
Where the next generation of aesthetic clinics is built.
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint providership of the Medical Educational Council of Pensacola (MECOP) and Aesthetic Nation Institute.
MECOP is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Medical Educational Council of Pensacola designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.75 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditsTM.
