Hosted by Audrey Neff, global speaker and thought leader in medical aesthetics, True to Form features candid conversations with the entrepreneurs, executives, physicians, and innovators shaping the future of the industry. Each episode delivers practical insights on leadership, branding, marketing, operations, patient experience, enterprise value, and sustainable growth — giving practice owners the strategies and perspective to build stronger businesses and stay ahead of what's next. Launched in…
Audrey Neff sits down with branding strategist, speaker, and author, Leslie Tracey , founder of Diamond Hands Media, to unpack one of the most overlooked drivers of business success: intentional leadership. Together, they explore why your brand is about so much more than a logo or website. It starts with who you are as a leader, the culture you create, the standards you uphold, and the experience…
Audrey Neff sits down with Jordan White, founder of Urban Medical, for an honest conversation about one of the biggest forces reshaping medical aesthetics today: private equity. Jordan shares why he explored traditional private equity opportunities before ultimately choosing a different path, offering a candid perspective on the potential pitfalls of PE, what he wishes he knew before entering…
In a market where medical aesthetics has become increasingly crowded and commoditized, many practices are unknowingly competing in a race to the bottom. In this episode, Audrey Neff sits down with global branding strategist and luxury business expert Adam Haroun to explore why premium positioning may be one of the most overlooked growth strategies in aesthetics today. Together, they unpack the…
Audrey Neff sits down with CPA and founder of Keep What You Earn, Shannon Weinstein, for a candid conversation on the financial realities behind running a successful med spa. From cash flow and profitability to retail strategy, expansion, and exit readiness, Shannon breaks down the numbers every owner should actually be paying attention to. Together, they unpack why being "booked and busy" doesn't…
Audrey Neff sits down with Bonnie Benedetto, co-founder of Bella Body Medical Spa and founder of The Med Spa Summit, for a powerful conversation on entrepreneurship, leadership, and what it really takes to build a next-level med spa business. From her unconventional path to med spa ownership, Bonnie shares the behind-the-scenes decisions, mindset shifts, and leadership principles that fueled her…
Private equity is one of the most talked-about topics in aesthetics — but also one of the least understood. In this episode, Audrey Neff sits down with Tyler Weinberg , CEO of Aviva Aesthetics, to pull back the curtain on PE in the med spa space — from deal structures, valuations, and strategies to optimize EBITDA. They unpack the key drivers of enterprise value, the most common misconceptions…
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…
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…
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…
Audrey Neff sits down with Rick O'Neill , distinguished digital expert known for transforming the landscape of medical aesthetics marketing and working with practices across the globe. Packed with both humor and radical transparency, Audrey and Rick delve into the intricate world of digital strategies, emphasizing the importance of building a strong, omnichannel marketing foundation. They explore…