Scott Buchanan continues to serve as Chairman of the Board of Directors
Phoenix, AZ (October 20, 2014) – The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) is
proud to announce changes to its Board of Directors and Advisory Councils for
the 2014/2015 term, which began September 1, 2014. PBA’s Board and Councils are
comprised of highly respected beauty professionals who volunteer their time to
advance PBA and the industry at large.
Scott Buchanan, owner of
the Scott J Salons & Spas, will continue to lead the PBA Board of Directors as
Chair while Reuben Carranza, President of Luxury Brand Partners, remains as Vice
Chair.
“I am honored to be continuing my term and to be able to
serve with so many distinguished industry leaders who volunteer their time for
the betterment of our industry. This year we will grow together and build on the
benefits PBA provides to our industry and all beauty professionals,” said
Buchanan.
Also serving on the Board are Harlan Kirschner
(Kirschner Group), Rowena Yeager (Studio Wish Salon), Renee Shakour (Interiors
by RG Shakour), Graciela Santiler-Nowik (Hair Base Salon & Spa), Kevin Barrett
(Fromm International), Oliver Steinnagel (Oliver’s Hair Salon), Cynthia Heisser
(Ultimate Beauty Companies), Beth Hickey (Spa Specialties Representatives),
Edwin Neill III (Neill Corp), and Mark Goodman (The Hair-Designers).
Leaving the Beauty Professional/NCA Council is Sandra Holland (Head Liners
Salon & Spa). Remaining on the Council are Marcia Bird (Raritan Valley Community
College), Mark Goodman (The Hair Designers), Beth Hickey (Spa Specialties
Representatives), Grace Santiler-Nowik (Hair Base Salon & Spa), and Peggy Sue
Schmoldt (Academy of Cosmetology Arts, LLC). Newly elected Steven Porter
(Industry Professional) will be joining the returning members.
Leaving the Distributor Council is Paul Gauvin (WS Beauty Supply). Remaining on
the Council are Cynthia Heisser (Ultimate Beauty Companies), Edwin Neill III
(Neill Corp), Brandon Ranney (Creative Salon Concepts), Renee Shakour (Interiors
by RG Shakour), and Karl Sweis (SWEIS, Inc.). Newly elected Jennifer Almonte
(Professional Salon Services) will be joining the returning members.
The Manufacturer Council remains the same and includesKevin Barrett
(Fromm International), Reuben Carranza (Luxury Brand Partners), Scott Hagstrom
(Helen of Troy), Harlan Kirschner (Kirschner Group), Michael Riley (Scruples
Professional Salon Products Inc.), and Colin Walsh (DevaCurl).
Leaving the Salon/Spa Council is Oliver Steinnagel. Remaining on the Council are
Scott Buchanan (Scott J Salon & Spa), Bonnie Conte (Avalon Salon and Day Spa),
Tiffany Conway (CoCo Cheveux Salon), Rowena Yeager (Studio Wish Salon), and
Holly Zapata (KCharles & Company Salons).
PBA encourages
industry professionals to join PBA and take an active role in the association.
In addition to the Board of Directors and Advisory Councils, members are
encouraged to volunteer on committees to support the association’s programs and
initiatives. Learn more at probeauty.org.
