PBA Symposium 2010 Announces Speakers, Classes and Networking Opportunities for Beauty Industry’s Premier Business and Career Enhancement Event
July 17 – 20, 2010 ¦ Mandalay Bay Resort ¦ Las Vegas, Nevada
Phoenix, AZ (May 19, 2010) – Bringing together a dynamic and diverse group of innovative leaders from the professional beauty industry as well as from outside of the industry, PBA Symposium 2010 promises to deliver another first-rate event that is sure to drive personal and professional growth for attendees. Held in cooperation with Cosmoprof North America (CPNA) July 17 – 20, 2010, PBA Symposium has been designed to give attendees access to upper-level business education, career and business advancement strategies, powerful research and multiple networking opportunities. PBA Symposium 2010 remains a comprehensive forum and is open to all sectors of the professional beauty industry.
“Building upon last year’s success, PBA Symposium 2010 will feature a well balanced assortment of speakers and events touching on several disciplines so that attendees can optimize their investment,” states Director of Education & Program Development for PBA, Bonnie Bonadeo.
With more than 600 salon and spa owners and managers already on site for the North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA), and more than 25,000 attendees from around the world at CPNA, this business-to-business beauty event will not only cultivate the creative exchange of ideas, it will also help the industry further adapt and evolve.
Summary of PBA Symposium Presenters & Events. For a complete schedule, please visit probeauty.org/symposium/event-details/. Time will be allotted for lunch and to attend the CPNA show floor.
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Get Together Party / 7:00pm – 9:00pm: Join peers and make new connections at this annual industry social event.
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Opening Session featuring Tabatha Coffey / 9:00am – 10:30am: Learn how Coffey has helped create a culture of salon owners who understand the value of client relations, cleanliness, management and marketing and how her message can help you and your business succeed.
PBA Symposium Breakout Tracks / 2:00pm – 5:30pm: Designed so attendees can participate in all three or just the sessions they wish. These three innovative classes taught by industry legend Ann Mincey spokesperson for Redken 5th Avenue, Bart Foreman of Group 3 Marketing, and Lisa Louison of INYU Training, will give perspectives on shifts in consumers and their desires. An interactive round table discussion will follow each breakout.
North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) / 8:00pm – 10:00pm. The industry’s premier celebration to salute artistic expression, rising stars, and legends brings the industry together like nothing else.
Monday, July 19, 2010
General Session III – PBA Annual Business Forum / 7:30am – 9:45am. Featuring keynote speaker Susan Scott, best-selling author of Fierce Conversations and Fierce Leadership, this forum will help unlock the conversations everyone needs to have with themselves and others in order to move forward in life. (Includes continental breakfast.)
General Session IV – Social Media Technology / 1:00pm – 2:45pm. Featuring Kathleen Turpel, be inspired to join the social media revolution and how to use today’s consumer-driven culture to maximize and grow your business in this session.
City of Hope Spirit of Life® Dinner / 8:00pm – 10:00pm. Benefiting City of Hope and honoring Eva Graham, this annual event allows the industry to give back to those in need.
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
The Ultimate Spa Tour / 8:00am – 12:30pm. Learn cutting-edge trends and services from the newest spas in Las Vegas, including The Spa at Mandarin Oriental, The Spa at Aria, and The Bath House at The Hotel. (Additional investment required.)
Tickets to PBA Symposium can be purchased at probeauty.org/symposium. Ticket price includes access to all PBA Symposium events, one 3-day pass to CPNA, access to the Get Together Party, and one discounted ticket to the NAHA Awards Ceremony. $399 for PBA | NCA members and $549 for non-members.
PBA Symposium will continue to feature BEACON, which provides an amazing opportunity for students to network and interact directly with industry leaders on how to jump start their career, market their services, and operate a business successfully. Plus, PBA’s invitation only Best Practice Club. The nation’s leading salon owners grossing more than $2.5 million annually will meet during PBA Symposium to discuss consumer trends, employment issues, and the overall best practices that help a business thrive.
For more information, including sponsorship opportunities, please visit probeauty.org/symposium.
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The Professional Beauty Association’s (PBA) purpose is to advance the professional beauty industry by providing its members with business tools, government advocacy, education, networking, events and more to ensure business and career success with integrity. PBA is the largest organization of salon professionals with members representing salons and spas, distributors, manufacturers and beginning in 2010, licensed professionals with the addition of the National Cosmetology Association (NCA). Visit
probeauty.orgor call 800.468.2274 (480.281.0424) to learn more.
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