Grow your career with these exclusive resources and programs.
Become A Member
From licensed beauty pros to manufacturers, we have a membership for everyone in the beauty industry with curated benefits to support all your needs. Your membership empowers us to advocate for our industry!
PBA Memberships
Business of One Membership
For booth renters and independent contractors, gain access to health insurance, free virtual urgent care & mental health care, client-facing resources, and more.
Salon & Spa Membership
Salon or spa owners, grow your business with specialized resources, exclusive networking opportunities, and more while extending membership benefits to your employees.
Student Membership
Students currently enrolled in beauty schools, start your career one step ahead with exclusive scholarship & job opportunities, career resources, and more.
Business Membership
Distributors and manufacturers gain access to target markets, exclusive education, and key data to make informed business decisions.
Visionary Membership
Leading beauty companies interested in making an impact can support government affairs efforts that protect our industry while gaining leadership opportunities and more.
Licensed Professional
Enjoy the perks of PBA membership even if your salon or spa isn’t a member with us.
Supporting our industry
With a PBA membership, not only will you receive benefits to support your needs, you’ll also empower us to advocate for our industry, including taking action against deregulation bills and more.
Unleash a world of benefits with your Membership
We’re here to uncomplicate your professional and personal needs.
Access to Insurance
Insurance can be complicated, that’s why we’ve done the work for you. Members get access to our exclusive insurance marketplace with affordable & comprehensive options and specialized teams. We’ve partnered with top companies like Humana, Elite Beauty Society, AllyHealth, and more, providing options for coverage including:
- health insurance
- virtual urgent & mental healthcare
- professional liability
- disability
- critical illness
Partner Training
Gain access to the best education online & in person including business tips, financial advice, and technical skills from industry experts. Plus, we offer online networking so you can hear from your peers and industry leaders. Some of our offerings include:
- Access to PBA’s full on-demand education library
- Education from PBA partners such as The Powder Group, Hairbrained, Living Proof, and more
- Future Leaders webinars for networking and advice
Specialized Programs
Our unique position within the industry allows us to curate powerful programs designed for all members of the beauty industry. From our esteemed Beacon Student Program to Executive Summit, we are nurturing all individuals’ careers when they begin in school to those looking to advance the corporate ladder.
Exclusive Savings
PBA members gain access to exclusive industry & event discounts to the top beauty shows in the country including PBA’s Executive Summit, Cosmoprof North America, Premiere shows, and more. You’ll also enjoy lifestyle discounts on things like travel, theme parks, appliances, fitness, restaurants, and more!
Professional Development & more with PBA Membership
Education
Our extensive on-demand library includes exclusive content from industry leaders like The Powder Group, Hairbrained, Living Proof, and more. With discounted admission or free access to webinars on various industry topics, expanding your knowledge and skillset is made easy with your PBA membership.
Beacon Student Program
PBA’s Beacon is an elite program for students that provides top beauty industry students with a unique opportunity to gain career insights from leading beauty influencers and network with owners from the most prestigious salons across the United States. Designed to inspire and prepare students for a successful career, the Beacon program accepts a limited number of applicants each year.
Scholarships & More
Whether you’re enrolled in a cosmetology/esthetics/barber program or are a licensed professional wanting to continue their education, the Professional Beauty Association offers scholarships to help you in your career. Education advances our industry, and PBA is dedicated to continually offering beauty professionals opportunities to grow their careers through education. We encourage all future and current beauty professionals to apply for all educational opportunities available!
Why PBA?
Your membership allows us to advocate for our industry, fighting against deregulation and for salon owners’ access to federal FICA tax tip legislation. Join today to help our industry and enjoy exclusive benefits!