Pivot Point Celebrates 60 Years

FROM THE BEGINNING

The most trusted name in hair and beauty education, sharing timeless concepts, innovative educational tools, effective teaching methods and modern technology, Pivot Point International continually evolves to meet the changing needs of beauty schools and each new generation of students. Pivot Point was founded on imagination, creativity, innovation, passion, perseverance and a commitment to supporting the beauty industry. Our mission to challenge the status quo and fearlessly aim higher has inspired millions worldwide.

60+ YEARS IN THE MAKING

As the driving force behind digital learning for hair and beauty education, Pivot Point has been pushing industry innovation for more than 60 years. Beginning with founder Leo Passage in 1962, three generations of Passage family leadership have committed to his legacy of doing what’s right, making a difference and never compromising integrity, ethics or trust.

Pivot Point proudly embraces its corporate responsibility through its ethical manufacturing and social accountability standards established in the production of its premium mannequins and educational tools. Pivot Point’s technology platform, focused curriculum and educational tools can be found on six continents, used by industry professionals and educating hundreds of thousands of students each year.

A CONTINUING FOCUS ON INDUSTRY LEADERSHIP

Beauty remains our only industry, and Pivot Point wishes to thank all the school owners, educators, students, salon owners, beauty professionals, industry associations, media, influencers, manufacturers and international partners who have contributed to our 60 years of growth. We look forward to continuing to provide industry inspiration, support and leadership.

YOUR TRUSTED RESOURCE

Pivot Point will continue to provide support and leadership for our industry – sharing cutting-edge content, tools and technology, empowering schools, instructors, students, salons and beauty professionals to enjoy their greatest success.

To quote Pivot Point’s original textbook, A Scientific Approach to Hair Design – “This book does not end on the final page. It begins here.”

Read our new timeline, and experience our historical moments of education, innovation and celebration by clicking on the link below.

History Timeline