PBA Events

PBA produces industry events that benefit the membership and, in some cases, help supplement dues income to fund the association's strategic goals. For more information on one of our shows, simply click on the name of the show from the list below.

Beacon
Best Practice Club
Capitol Hill Visits
CBE
Cosmoprof North America
Distribution Sales Summit
ISSE
Learning Lounge
NAHA
Symposium
Welcome to Our World

Beacon
January 12-15, 2008 | Orlando, FL
July 19-21, 2009 | Las Vegas, NV
probeauty.org/beacon

Held in conjunction with Symposium, Beacon is a chance for outstanding cosmetology students to learn about the business side of the industry. Plus, PBA members meet promising potential employees.

Member Exclusive:

At Symposium, members have access to a Career Center full of resumes from talented Beacon students.

Best Practice Club (BPC) Web Workshops
View the BPC page for a current schedule
probeauty.org/bpc

PBA And INYU Training are pleased to introduce the Best Practice Club Web Workshops, where all salon owners, managers, front desk and key staff can participate in these 90 minute web workshops without leaving the salon.

Capitol Hill Visits
September 2008 | Washington, DC
probeauty.org/advocacy/hillvisits

PBA takes Capitol Hill by storm each year. Armed with talking points about issues such as tip-tax reform, association health plans and more, members meet with their Congressional representatives.

Center for Business Education (CBE)
various dates | Scottsdale, AZ
probeauty.org/cbe

These two-day, advanced-level seminars are taught by successful peers with in-the-field experience. With attendance limited to 25, the seminars' round-table discussions foster attendee involvement.

Member Exclusive:

PBA members receive $200 off tuition costs for any Center for Business Education seminar.

Cosmoprof North America (CPNA)
July 13-15, 2008 | Las Vegas, NV
July 19-21, 2009 | Las Vegas, NV
cosmoprofnorthamerica.com

At Cosmoprof North America, new products are launched, new companies are empowered and new business deals are inked. It is the premier business-to-business trade event for the global beauty industry.

Member Exclusive:

Members receive two complimentary three-day passes to the show. Exhibiting members receive 300 lbs. free drayage, preferred placement, discounts on advertising and access to the online trade show.

Distribution Sales Summit
January 12-13, 2008 | Orlando, FL
July 19-21, 2009 | Las Vegas, NV
probeauty.org/summit

Shaped by PBA members with in-the-field experience, the summit educates sales professionals with strategies to make the most of their time and maximize every sale's potential.

International Salon and Spa Expo (ISSE)
January 31-February 2, 2009 | Long Beach, CA
probeauty.org/isse

The biggest beauty show on the West Coast, ISSE delivers valuable technical education, quality manufacturers on the exhibit floor and a professionals-only atmosphere. That's the ISSE commitment.

Member Exclusive:

Salon/Spa section members receive two complimentary tickets to ISSE. PBA members who exhibit at ISSE benefit from a lower booth price, 300 lbs. free drayage, 40-60% discount on sponsorships and advertising and more!

Learning Lounge
July 14, 2008 | Las Vegas, NV
probeauty.org/learninglounge

Learning Lounges are back in 2008! Overcome the fear attached to compensation at an educational, all-day program custom-made for salon/spa owners and managers.

Member Exclusive:

Members receive a signicant discount on tuition costs for any Learning Lounge.

North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA)
July 13, 2008 | Las Vegas, NV
July 19, 2009 | Las Vegas, NV
probeauty.org/naha

NAHA, the most prestigious hairstyling competition in North America, celebrates the artistry and skill of the professional salon industry. Winners are announced at a star-studded bash—the Academy Awards of the industry.

Member Exclusive:

Members receive a discount on entry fees as well as reduced ticket prices to the awards gala.

Symposium

PBA Symposium
January 12-15, 2008 | Orlando, FL
July 19-21, 2009 | Las Vegas, NV
probeauty.org/symposium

PBA's salon/spa section gathers each year for a weekend of engaging business education and intensive networking for salon and spa owners and key staff members.

Member Exclusive:

PBA members receive a significant reduction on Symposium tuition—and can save even more when bringing 3 or more people.

Welcome to Our World (WTOW)
hosted by the Professional Beauty Federation
September 10, 2008 | Washington, DC
probeautyfederation.org

The professional beauty industry invites Congress for its annual makeover each year. While Congress enjoys the beauty services, members push legislative issues important to the industry.