FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MEDIA ALERT
Convergence Beauty Wellness Science Summit Brings Together Beauty Professionals and Consumers for Education, Community, and Celebration in Palm Springs, May 3-4, 2026
Palm Springs, Calif., April 14, 2026–Hosted by celebrity hairstylists Ted Gibson and Jason Backe, the inaugural Convergence Beauty Wellness Science Summit is a two-day gathering bringing together consumers and professionals through education, community, insider-priced retail, and immersive experiences in Palm Springs, California. The event blends industry expertise with consumer access, spotlighting the evolving intersection of beauty and wellness from both sides of the chair.
The summit has received coverage in WWD, American Salon, Estetica Magazine, Beauty Hub, and Happi. Full press release here.
Dates: Sunday, May 3 & Monday, May 4, 2026
Location: Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, 888 E Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262
Dress Code: Fun and fashionable
RSVP: Please RSVP to tara@rebellerebelle.com by 5:00 PM on Thursday, April 30, 2026
KEY MEDIA MOMENTS
1. Mayoral Proclamation
Sunday, May 3
9:00 – 9:30 AM
Official city proclamation presented by Naomi Soto, recognizing the cultural and community impact of Convergence and the founders. Strong visual moment with city leadership and event talent officially kicking off the event. Remarks from Gibson and Backe.
2. Caravanserai – Alliance for Entrepreneurs Announcement: Worth Up Alliance Partnership
Sunday, May 3
12:00 – 12:15 PM
Led by Gibson and Backe in the Pasadena main stage room. Official announcement unveiling a new partnership between two non-profit entrepreneurship organizations, Caravanserai – Alliance for Entrepreneurs and Worth Up Alliance, highlighting community impact and collaboration in the professional beauty industry.
3. Beauty in Motion: Beauty and Fashion Show Mainstage Presentation
Sunday, May 3
6:00 – 6:45 PM Cocktail reception & red carpet hosted by Derek Warburton and Robyn Newmark
7:00 – 7:45 PM Mainstage presentation
7:45 – 9:00 PM After party
The fashionista event of the summit. A beauty and fashion show featuring live on-stage hair demonstrations by the Ted Gibson Artistic Team and designs by Verdavainne, a custom couture New York label founded by Cyril Verdavainne (Tiffany Haddish and Viola Davis), and Asher Levine (Lady Gaga, Grace Jones, and Cardi B), a Los Angeles designer with futuristic and otherworldly inspired designs. The cocktail reception features two Blue Zones-approved food items and a Zenergy “powered by Ascension” beverage (alcoholic and N/A versions available).
4. Blue Zones Project Palm Springs: Purpose Workshop
Monday, May 4
7:00 – 8:30 AM
A community-driven workshop open to attendees and local residents, free of charge, focused on longevity and wellness in partnership with Blue Zones Project Palm Springs, with the intention of setting a record for the largest Purpose Workshop ever hosted in the region with this collaboration. Lisa Botts of Palm Springs’ The Sukha Life will lead a soundbath and guided meditation from the main stage. Interactive and with attendee participation.
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About Convergence Beauty Wellness Science Summit 2026
The Convergence Beauty Wellness Science Summit 2026, May 3 to 4 at the Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel, is the inaugural event created by celebrity hairstylists Ted Gibson and Jason Backe. Bringing together beauty professionals, consumers, and industry leaders for two days of science-backed education, curated conversation, and community building. For additional information, visit tedgibson.com or follow on Instagram @tedgibson and @convergencebws, X @tedgibson, TikTok @tedgibson, and YouTube @tedgibsonBWS.
About the Founders
Ted Gibson and Jason Backe are beauty entrepreneurs, educators, salon owners, and celebrity stylists with decades of experience shaping the industry. From red carpet and runway to product development and haircare lines at Saks Fifth Avenue, Sephora, and Target, they’ve built a career blending creativity and innovation. Their work has been featured in major publications like Vogue, Allure, and The New York Times. They launched Ted Gibson Beauty Wellness Science and their flagship superfood daily supplement product, Ascension, in 2025.
Media Contact:
Tara Dupuis, Rebelle Rebelle