Sola Salon Studios

Sola Salon Studios offers private, fully equipped salon suites for independent beauty professionals, including hairstylists, estheticians, nail technicians, and massage therapists. The company was founded in 2004 in Denver, Colorado, by Stratton Smith and Matt Briger, who saw an opportunity to give beauty entrepreneurs more control over their businesses. Sola was among the first to introduce the salon suite concept, allowing professionals to operate in their own dedicated spaces while benefiting from shared amenities and a supportive community.

As of November 2025, Sola Salon Studios operates more than 650 locations across the United States, Canada, and Brazil. Over the past five years, the company has accelerated its expansion, moving into both major metropolitan areas and secondary markets. Sola continues to prioritize high-visibility sites within retail centers, mixed-use developments, and redevelopment projects, responding to demand from both established and up-and-coming neighborhoods. The brand’s growth is driven by a combination of corporate and franchise development, with franchisees like Doherty Enterprises playing a significant role in markets such as the Northeast.

Backed by private equity investors including Riverarch Equity Partners, MPK Equity Partners, and AHR Growth Partners, Sola Salon Studios has maintained its independent status while scaling rapidly. The company’s consistent rollout of new locations and its presence in a range of property types make it a reliable, adaptable tenant for a variety of commercial settings. Sola’s established track record and ongoing growth posture signal continued demand for its flexible salon suite model, positioning the brand as a strong addition to retail and mixed-use environments.