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Meet NAHA 2023 Educator of the Year Finalist, Keya Neal!

Meet NAHA 2023 Educator of the Year Finalist, Keya Neal!

PBA chats with NAHA 2023 Educator of the Year, Keya Neal, on diversity & inclusivity in the beauty industry for #BlackHistoryMonth
Feb 23, 2023
  • Member Stories

Meet the CEO Ashtae Products, Taylore Woods!

Meet the CEO Ashtae Products, Taylore Woods!

PBA connects with the CEO of Ashtae Products, Taylore Woods on the current challenges and future opportunities in the beauty industry for #BlackHistoryMonth!
Feb 23, 2023
  • Member Stories

Meet NAHA 2020 Haircolor Finalist, Genia Church!

Meet NAHA 2020 Haircolor Finalist, Genia Church!

PBA connects with Genia Church during #BlackHistoryMonth to explore her passion for pushing the beauty industry forward.
Feb 16, 2023
  • Member Stories

Meet NAHA 2022 Texture and Styling and Finishing Finalist, Jamal Edmonds!

Meet NAHA 2022 Texture and Styling and Finishing Finalist, Jamal Edmonds!

PBA talks with Jamal Edmonds on #BlackHistoryMonth to explore his passion for diversity and inclusion in the beauty space.
Feb 23, 2022
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Meet Sharie Valcin, NAHA 2021 Avant Garde Winner!

Meet Sharie Valcin, NAHA 2021 Avant Garde Winner!

We sit down with NAHA 2021 Avant Garde winner, Sharie Valcin, to discuss her inspirations and what we should be giving thought to during #BlackHistoryMonth.
Feb 16, 2022
  • Member Stories

Meet #NAHAMOMENT 2022 Finalist Brendnetta Ashley

Meet #NAHAMOMENT 2022 Finalist Brendnetta Ashley

Brendnetta Ashley talks with PBA what Black History Month means to her as a beauty professional
Feb 8, 2022
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Meet inspirational Marquetta Breslin

Meet inspirational Marquetta Breslin

Wife, mother and veteran Marquetta Breslin talks with PBA about her journey
Nov 10, 2021

Meet Nina Daily, Incoming Executive Director

Meet Nina Daily, Incoming Executive Director

It is International Women’s Day! Today, we recognize all the women who are uniquely fierce. Hear from Nina Daily, the incoming Executive Director of the Professional Beauty Industry, on what it means to be a woman in leadership.
Mar 8, 2021

Meet Fashionpreneur, Jalia Pettis

Meet Fashionpreneur, Jalia Pettis

Beacon alum, NAHA Finalist, business owner, fashionpreneur - Jalia Pettis does it all
Mar 4, 2021
  • Beacon
  • Cosmotologist
  • Education
  • ISSE
  • Member Stories
  • Membership
  • NAHA

Meet salon coach, Carla Jones

Meet salon coach, Carla Jones

Meet Carla Jones, salon coach and educator. With over 25 years of experience, Carla helps salons find their path to success.
Feb 25, 2021

Meet leading educator, Rodrick Samuels

Meet leading educator, Rodrick Samuels

Rodrick Samuels is a leading industry educator, barber and activist. Read his story to learn more about how he overcame hurdles to build his career.
Feb 25, 2021

Meet PBA Board Member, Jenae Davis

Meet PBA Board Member, Jenae Davis

Feb 18, 2021
  • Government Affairs
  • Member Stories
  • Membership
  • Salon Owners
  • Stylist

Meet Go-Getter, Crystal Ngozi

Meet Go-Getter, Crystal Ngozi

Three degrees, a successful esthetics business and sage advice. Read more about Crystal Ngozi career journey.
Feb 17, 2021
  • Cosmotologist
  • Education
  • Member Stories
  • Membership
  • Salon Owners
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Meet Iconic Barber Co-Founder, Craig "Skilz" McLaurin

Meet Iconic Barber Co-Founder, Craig "Skilz" McLaurin

Craig "Skilz" McLaurin reflects on his time in the professional beauty and barbering industry.
Feb 9, 2021
  • Barber
  • Benefits
  • Education
  • Member Stories
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Meet Iconic Barber Co-Founder, Wanza Poole

Meet Iconic Barber Co-Founder, Wanza Poole

Iconic Barber Co-Founder Wanza Poole emphasizes connections over everything.
Feb 3, 2021
  • Barber
  • Member Stories
  • Membership
  • Salon Owners

Meet Stylist to the Stars, Yene Damtew

Meet Stylist to the Stars, Yene Damtew

Feb 2, 2021

Meet NAHA Superstar, Dilek Onur Taylor

Meet NAHA Superstar, Dilek Onur Taylor

Nov 18, 2020

Meet Photographer and Artist, Daryna Barykina

Meet Photographer and Artist, Daryna Barykina

Nov 18, 2020

Meet Hair Genius, Charlie Price

Meet Hair Genius, Charlie Price

Charlie Price talks about how important it is to put together your NAHA dream team.
May 14, 2020
  • Member Stories
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Meet Dynamic Duo, Christopher Dove and John Simpson

Meet Dynamic Duo, Christopher Dove and John Simpson

Christopher Dove and John Simpson share their passion for education and let you know where to find the best wigs!
May 7, 2020
  • Member Stories
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Meet Inspiring NAHA Winner, Chelsea James

Meet Inspiring NAHA Winner, Chelsea James

Chelsea James shares how winning a NAHA changed her life.
May 1, 2020
  • Member Stories

Meet Inclusive Salon Owner, Jamie DiGrazia

Meet Inclusive Salon Owner, Jamie DiGrazia

NAHA winner and PBA member, Jamie DiGrazia talks about what it’s like owning an inclusive salon in Chicago.
Apr 2, 2020
  • Member Stories

Meet NAHA Winner, Michelle O’Connor

Meet NAHA Winner, Michelle O’Connor

Award-winning artist Michelle O’Connor reflects on her NAHA history.
Apr 2, 2020
  • Member Stories