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Benefit Providers

Because PBA can leverage the power of all member businesses banded together, the association is able to negotiate special rates for valuable products and services. Following is a list of businesses that offer preferred pricing to PBA members.

Interested in becoming a PBA Benefit Provider?

If you are a current member of PBA, simply enter your sections website password found in your New Member Packet and/or the email you received after joining. You may login in the upper right hand corner of the page.

	Action Bag & Display available to all PBA members
Action Bag Company is your source for packing and promotions in the beauty industry. With 27+ years in business, Action Bag will help you look as great as you are! From upscale packaging, paper and plastic shopping bags, labels, "Go Green" items, stationery and much more. Free samples on all stock items. Your PBA member benefits include 10% off all stock products and free plates.
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	Alamo available to all PBA members
Rent with Alamo and save up to 10%! Please request ID number 706768 at time of reservation. Alamo Rent-A-Car provides a wide selection of quality vehicles for PBA members' car rental needs from economy and compact car models, to convertibles, SUVs and minivans as well as specialty cars and trucks.
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	AON Affinity Insurance Services available to salon/spa section only
Discover insurance products and services crafted exclusively for PBA members and their employees at competitive rates often 15% below national averages. Business insurance options include property, general liability, professional liability, automobile, workers' compensation and umbrella. There are different degrees of coverage available, providing you with the appropriate coverage for your size business.
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	AON Worksite Solutions available to all PBA members
One of your salon/spa's biggest investments is in employee benefits. Through the exclusive U-Select benefits program, Aon Worksite Solutions can help PBA member businesses enrich their benefit plan and maximize the employee benefit investment without business cost. The U-Select program is in use by many PBA members nationwide. Call Aon to see how you can enhance your employee investment.
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	Brown Smith Wallace Consulting Group available to distributor and manufacturer sections only
Brown Smith Wallace publishes the Distribution Software Guide and Manufacturing Software Guide to assist distributors and manufacturers during their software selection and technology evaluation projects. These one-of-a-kind guides provide independently researched information about distribution and manufacturing solutions. PBA members get full access to the information as part of their membership dues. Members also receive 10% off items purchased on the Brown Smith Wallace website.
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	Constant Contact available to all PBA members
Constant Contact®, Inc. helps businesses connect with their customers, clients, and members. Constant Contact's leading email marketing and online survey tools-supported by its expert personal coaching and support-helps organizations create professional-looking email newsletters and insightful online surveys and begin a dialogue with their customers. Today, more than 185,000 customers worldwide trust Constant Contact to help them connect with their audiences.
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	FedEx available to all PBA members
PBA members can now save up to 29% on select FedEx® shipping services and can also take advantage of additional savings on FedEx Freight® and FedEx National LTLSM services. PBA is proud to support our members and has teamed up with FedEx to help boost your bottom line. If you are looking for reliable and cost-effective shipping, you can count on FedEx to deliver. PBA members can now take advantage of the following discounts on select FedEx services: Up to 29% on select FedEx Express® U.S. services Up to 25% on select FedEx Express international services Up to 20% on select FedEx Ground® services Up to 10% on select FedEx Home Delivery® services Additional savings on FedEx Freight® and FedEx National LTL℠ services Once you have enrolled in the FedEx Advantage® Program, your discounts will automatically be applied to your FedEx account number. Best of all, there are no costs and no minimum shipping requirements to take advantage of this great member benefit. For more information or enroll in the FedEx Advantage Program, please go to http://www.1800members.com/PRO or call 1-800-MEMBERS (1.800.636.2377, 8am - 6pm EST, Monday - Friday).
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	freightquote.com, inc. available to distributor and manufacturer sections only
Ship. Save. Simple. Freightquote.com® is the leading provider of web-based freight transportation services. It's fast, easy and free. Freightquote.com® can provide LTL, truckload, Intermodal, expedited and even international services. Every day more businesses are turning to Freightquote.com® to manage all their freight shipments, from carrier comparisons to knowledgeable support.
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	Get Insured available to all PBA members
GetInsured helps individuals, families and the self-employed find affordable health insurance. With one free call to 866.453.0983, you can discuss your needs with a licensed expert and get prices and options in a few short minutes. GetInsured provides easy access to the nation's top-rated insurance companies like Aetna, Assurant, Humana and United Healthcare.
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	Katherine Frank Creative available to all PBA members
Katherine Frank Creative, Inc. — a multiple award-winning company with over 18 years of expertise in the industry - works closely with many PBA Members for all of their tradeshow needs. Focusing on show consulting, KFCI provides exhibit and full service graphic design, custom building, rental and tradeshow management. They specialize in handling all of the behind-the-scene details such as transportation, installation and dismantle, audio visual, exhibit storage, graphics and show service orders. This allows KFCI clients to focus on taking care of their customers. PBA members receive an exclusive offer of 2 hours of free tradeshow consulting and a 5% discount for all first-time orders. KFCI are members of the PBA, NCA, AACS, EAB and are a WBE owned company.
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	Kopsa Otte available to salon/spa section only
Do you ever wonder if you are paying too much in income taxes? Do you wonder what your financial statements are telling you? Kopsa Otte, LLC, a CPA firm that specializes in salons and spas, can help you answer those and other questions. With their "Second Opinion," they will analyze your tax and/or financial records and give you a personalized analysis. They also have tapes and CDs on items from tip reporting to IRS compliance to compensation packages.
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	National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors available to all PBA members
PBA members have access to a varied menu of business and career services through NAW. Visit naw.org to learn more about these great benefits. HEALTH INSURANCE The NAW Health Insurance Program offers fully insured and comprehensive group PPO plans that are designed exclusively for NAW direct members and members of NAW's member associations — representing thousands of companies nationwide. And, all members, not just distributors, are eligible to participate. The program uses a trust established by the NAW, to allow participating member companies to join together to obtain coverage under a single policy of insurance. The result of the trust is a large risk pool that may lower insurance premiums for many businesses that would otherwise have to buy insurance on their own. PROPERTY and CASUALTY INSURANCE FROM THE HARTFORD Since the launch of the NAW/Hartford partnership in July 2005, NAW has been proud to have the opportunity to offer members quality property and casualty insurance from an A+ rated carrier. SHIPPING PLUS Whether you're shipping overnight letters, express air freight or less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments, you can save with special member discounts from industry-leading carriers including FedEx, YRC (formerly Yellow and Roadway), USF Companies & New Penn and UPS Supply Chain Solutions. Start getting substantial savings for your business! For more information call 1-800-MEMBERS (636-2377) or visit www.1800members.com/new/PRO/ today. HERTZ CAR RENTAL As a member of Professional Beauty Association, you are invited to enroll your company in the Business Account Program and receive special business rates, a one-year complimentary membership in Hertz #1 Club Gold® and the opportunity to earn Free Rental Days. PUBLICATIONS and EDUCATION As a member of an NAW member group, receive discounts on select educational publications and educational courses. GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS Take advantage of Issue Briefs, Advisories, E-Alert Grassroots Program and more.
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	National Car Rental available to all PBA members
Save up to 15% with National! Please request ID number 5282865. National Car Rental is one of the nation's largest rental car companies serving the most popular domestic and international travel destinations by providing quality vehicles and service for Professional Beauty Association members.
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	Paychex available to all PBA members
Before you spend another minute of your creative time on payroll processing, payroll tax filing, and HR administration, consider Paychex. PBA members receive a 15% discount on payroll processing and 15% off all HR setup fees! Paychex offers a wide variety of services that can help you run your business more efficiently. These include section 125 plans, retirement plans, employee handbooks, and insurance services.
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	Postcard Mania available to all PBA members
PostcardMania is a full service post card marketing company and can help you with your marketing campaign from start to finish. We offer graphic design, printing, mailing lists and mailing services, along with free marketing advice to help you grow your business. PostcardMania employs over 160 employees to provide you with excellent customer service. As a PBA member, you receive 1,000 free cards with an order of 5,000 and 10% off printing. Plus, your first order only receives $75 off printing! Please contact Erica Switzer to take advantage of these great offers and provide your PBA member number.
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	Solveras Payment Systems available to all PBA members
Solveras is your electronic payments expert, with complete credit and debit card, eCheck/ACH and virtual terminal solutions for all types of businesses. We help you save time and money with the right setup for your specific payment acceptance needs. Our consultative approach, competitive rates and real customer service are the reasons we�re PBA's preferred Benefit Provider. Call Solveras at 1.800.613.0148 to receive a free savings analysis.
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Publications

	101 Hairstyles available to all PBA and NCA members
Get Your Work Published! 101 Hairstyles and ShortCuts Magazine has partnered with PBA to send a call out to hairstylists across the country to submit photos of their work for possible publication. Hair styles and colors should speak to the everyday woman and be easily achieved. Submitting is free…even if your work is published! PBA Members: Make sure you are logged in to view the requirements for submitting your photos. Contact info@probeauty.org for questions and more information.
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	Barbers Only Magazine available to all PBA members
Regular price: 6/$26.75 (US); PBA member price: 12/$26.75 or 6/$15.25 (US);
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	Beauty Industry Report available to all PBA members
PBA Member Price: $76.80/year - 12 print issues PBA Member Price: $153.60/2 years - 24 print issues (Compared to regular price of $96 for one year and $192 for 2 years)
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	Beauty Store Business available to all PBA members
Regular price: Free to qualified US professionals 12/$48 Canada; 12/$72 other International PBA member price: free to qualified US & Canadian professionals 12/$48 other international
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	Dayspa available to all PBA members
Regular price: 12/$26 (US); 12/$45 Canada; 12/$89 other International PBA member price: 12/$20 (US); 12/$40 Canada; 12/$60 other international
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	Estetica available to all PBA members
Regular price: $97/year PBA member price: $69/year
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	Launchpad available to all PBA members
Regular price: 12/$24 (US) 12/$48 Canada; 12/$72 other International PBA member price: 12/$20 (US) 12/$40 Canada; 12/$60 other international
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	Modern Salon available to salon/spa section only
Regular price: $50 for 3 years PBA member price: $38 for 3 years Includes PROCESS as a bimonthly supplement.
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	Nailpro available to all PBA members
Regular price: 12/$24 (US); 12/$47 Canada; 12/$86 other International PBA member price: 12/$20 (US); 12/$40 Canada; 12/$60 other international
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	Salon Today available to salon/spa section only
Regular price: $42 PBA member price: Free Magazine automatically sent to salon/spa section members. New subscriptions can take 6-8 weeks.
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	Style Source available to all PBA members
Regular price: $20 PBA member price: $10
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	The Magazine Lady available to all PBA members
When you order a Gold Salon/Spa package (12 magazine titles), you will receive a complimentary Silver Salon/Spa package (6 magazine titles). That means 18 magazines for one year for only $189.95 or when you order a custom package of 12 or more magazines, you will receive 30% discount off of the total cost. To take advantage of this special offer call 888.MAG.LADY (888.624.5239). Remember to mention that you are a member of PBA and provide your ID number.
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Software

	Harms Software, Inc. available to salon/spa section only
Millennium and PBA represent your powerhouse industry partnership to help you grow and manage your business. That's why half of PBA salon/spa members who indicate a software preference choose Millennium Software. Research shows: - Millennium clients truly understand what it means to track Frequency of Visit, Client Retention, employee goals and other vital information. - Millennium clients view their front desk staff as a profit center, not a cost center. Motivate the front desk to be more than "receptionists." Teach them to identify missed opportunities and strategize on how to fill every open space in your appointment book. - Millennium will capture and make sense of critical business data in seconds to ensure continued growth. Of course, most PBA members know that leveraging Millennium will give them the insight and knowledge they need to grow in any economy. Make the investment for your future with Millennium. Contact Robert Maconi at Harms Software (888.813.2141) to receive a special 15% PBA member discount.
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	MINDBODY available to salon/spa section only
MINDBODY Online Business Management Software is trusted by thousands of clients in over 50 countries. MINDBODY offers the most robust spa and salon management software on the market, is simple to learn and use, and is 70% less expensive than other software providers. - Online Booking - Integrated Credit Card Processing - Drag & Drop Appointments - On Demand Sales Reports - Real Time Inventory Tracking - Auto Appointment Reminders PBA Members receive FREE setup (a $400-$850 value!) Call for a free demo today!
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