Host Audrey Neff sits down with renowned facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Kay Durairaj, for a candid conversation on where aesthetics is headed — and what practitioners need to understand right now.

Dr. Kay shares her journey from reconstructive surgery into aesthetics, how longevity medicine is beginning to intersect with cosmetic care, and what's driving growing interest in regenerative treatments and peptides like BPC-157. Together, Audrey and Dr. Kay unpack current industry debates (including PDGF), shifting consumer preferences around HA fillers versus collagen stimulators, and the realities of navigating social media responsibly as a medical professional.

The episode also offers practical guidance for providers evaluating emerging technologies and treatments — with an emphasis on clinical integrity, patient education, and building sustainable practices in a rapidly evolving landscape.

What does it really take to build a high-performing team in aesthetics and why is culture your greatest growth lever? Audrey Neff sits down with Kim Burke, APN, FNP-C, founder and CEO of Kiss Aesthetics, for an honest, energizing conversation about leadership, hiring, and scaling without burning out your people (or yourself).

Kim shares her journey from a flexible yet unfulfilling career to becoming a sought-after injector and respected business leader — and the pivotal moments that shaped how she leads today. Together, Audrey and Kim dive deep into what actually works when hiring in a competitive market, and explore how intentional culture and team cohesion become non-negotiables as you grow.

From expanding to multiple locations to implementing creative hiring strategies and building a team that truly buys into the vision, this episode is packed with real-world insights for practice owners who want sustainable success — not just fast growth.

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Audrey Neff moderates a powerful M&A roundtable with industry leaders Annie Hockey, Ben Hernandez, Carlos Arce, Esq., Mark Estes, MD, and Tyler Weinberg, unpacking what med spa owners need to know about growth, valuation, private equity, and consolidation heading into 2026. From building a sellable business and navigating legal considerations to understanding market trends, GLP-1 impacts, EBITDA multiples, and exit readiness, this conversation delivers clear, practical insights for aesthetic entrepreneurs focused on scaling strategically — whether they're preparing for a future growth partnership, transaction, or simply just aiming to thrive in an increasingly competitive landscape.

• Aviva Aesthetics

• Skytale Group

• Florida Healthcare Law Firm