In this episode of the Epic Entrepreneur Podcast, host Andy O’Brien interviews Kristin Kienzle, founder of Utopia Modern Salon, a thriving salon suite business in Wichita. With 35 years of experience behind the chair, Kristin shares her inspiring journey from stylist to salon owner and now entrepreneur with franchising ambitions. She opens up about the keys to her early success and how business coaching has been instrumental in her growth. Kristin also reflects on the mindset shifts needed to push through roadblocks, how her initial small vision evolved into something much bigger, and what aspiring entrepreneurs should do to set themselves up for success.
About Utopia Modern Salon:
Utopia Modern Salon is a full-service, suite-concept salon based in Wichita, Kansas. Founded by veteran hairstylist Kristin Kienzle, the salon was built with a vision to offer independent beauty professionals a beautiful, supportive space to grow their businesses. Utopia is known for its client-centered values, attention to detail, and modern approach to wellness and beauty. After nearly a decade working within a national salon suite franchise, Kristin created Utopia as a more personalized alternative.