Talent rises before the spotlight.
Vision comes before the applause.
These are the artists stepping into legend.

Meet the PBA NAHA 2026 Finalists, presented by JCPenney.
May 31 | Chapin Theater

Selected from across the country, the PBA Beacon Class of 2026 steps forward ready to lead, connect, and shape what’s next in beauty.

Landmark partnership brings national visibility, new opportunities, and deeper support for beauty professionals across North America.

PBA delivered one of the biggest legislative wins in beauty history—the new 45B FICA Tip Tax Credit. This long-overdue change gives salon, spa, and barbershop owners real tax relief on tipped income. A huge step forward for fairness, and a powerful result of PBA’s unrelenting advocacy.

PBA has partnered with our Business Member, Pivot Point International, to launch a quick monthly check-in to better understand what’s really happening across the beauty industry.

The Pro Beauty Pulse is a simple, real-time snapshot of how schools, salons, and professionals are doing. What we learn will be shared with the broader professional beauty community to help spark ideas, shape decisions, and move our industry forward.

Your perspective matters—whether you’re seeing growth, facing challenges, or somewhere in between. The survey takes just 2 minutes, and your input will help guide real support for everyone.