Advisory Council Voting is Now Open
Each year, PBA Distributor Members elect one (1) representative to the PBA Advisory Council.
The Advisory Council includes three Distributor representatives serving three-year terms. One term expires on December 31, 2026, and the newly elected representative will serve the Distributor Membership at large.
In accordance with the bylaws, the Nominating Committee reviewed all applicants and selected a slate of qualified candidates. Members were invited to apply through the PBA website, social media, and email.
Only the primary contact of current PBA Distributor Members may vote. A minimum of 3 votes is required to validate the election.
Jason Eichholz
Buy-Rite Beauty | Savannah, GA
Beauty Industry Experience
I’m a third-generation leader and Vice President at Buy-Rite Beauty, a family-owned business that has proudly served the professional beauty industry for nearly 90 years. I’ve had the opportunity to work across operations, finance, e-commerce, marketing, and customer experience, helping salon owners and beauty professionals build successful businesses by making it easier to invest in the right equipment and resources. I’m passionate about where our industry is headed and believe there’s tremendous opportunity to embrace new ideas while continuing to support the professionals who make this industry so special.
PBA Experience & Involvement
Buy-Rite Beauty has been a proud PBA Member for many years, and I’ve enjoyed participating in PBA events where I’ve had the opportunity to learn from and connect with professionals across our industry. Those experiences have strengthened my appreciation for PBA’s role in supporting salon owners, beauty professionals, educators, manufacturers, and distributors. I’m excited for the opportunity to become more involved and help contribute to the future of the association.
Advisory Council Interest
I’m interested in serving on the Advisory Council because I believe it’s an opportunity to give back to an industry that has given so much to my family and our business. I hope to bring a practical business perspective on emerging trends, technology, education, and the evolving needs of salon owners and beauty professionals while collaborating with industry leaders to help ensure PBA continues to provide meaningful value for its Members.
Industry Priorities
I’d like to see salon owners have greater access to practical business education alongside technical education. Running a successful salon today requires more than technical skill. It also requires knowledge of marketing, technology, finance, hiring, management, and business operations. I believe PBA can continue to play an important role in developing resources and initiatives that help beauty professionals build stronger, more sustainable businesses.
MCKENZIE BARBO
Salon Service Group | Springfield, MO
Beauty Industry Experience
I began my career with Salon Service Group in 2019 as a Business Development Manager and now serve as Business Development Director. I partner across business development, sales, purchasing, education, operations, and analytics while working closely with our brand partners to develop strategies that drive mutual success. This experience has given me the opportunity to work across nearly every facet of professional beauty distribution, providing me with a broad perspective on the opportunities and challenges facing our industry.
PBA Experience & Involvement
My involvement with PBA has included managing Salon Service Group’s membership, connecting employees with PBA resources and opportunities, and attending PBA Executive Summit. The Executive Summit is my favorite industry event because it brings together professionals from across the beauty industry to share ideas, strengthen relationships, and discuss the future of our profession. Each year, I return with valuable insights that I bring back to my team and apply in my work.
Advisory Council Interest
I’m interested in serving on the Advisory Council because it’s an opportunity to give back, learn from others across the industry, and contribute my experience as a distributor. Throughout my career, I’ve enjoyed collaborating across teams and with brand partners to better support our sales teams, stores, and customers. I’d be honored to help strengthen the connections between brands, distributors, and salon professionals while supporting the continued growth of our industry.
Industry Priorities
I’d like to see stronger collaboration across all areas of the professional beauty industry as more stylists work independently. Manufacturers, distributors, educators, salon owners, and independent professionals all bring valuable perspectives. I believe stronger collaboration will help ensure beauty professionals, regardless of where or how they work, remain connected to the education, resources, and community they need to succeed.