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The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) is a non-profit trade organization representing the entire beauty industry. Membership in PBA makes you part of the industry’s largest business organization and offers a world of opportunities to grow your business, save money and have a voice in government. PBA members are comprised of manufacturers and distributors of beauty products, salons and spas and individuals working in, or servicing, the beauty industry. Although PBA is a national association based in Scottsdale, Arizona, members represent more than 19 countries throughout the world. FAQs Do you want to expand your knowledge and increase your value in the industry? PBA offers our members a variety of ways to enhance their education and gain further knowledge. Online educational opportunities are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week through BeautyU, plus technical and business training is offered at all of PBA’s industry events. You will also receive a subscription to PBA Progress, the association’s monthly e-newsletter, which features articles on topics of immediate interest to beauty industry professionals. Do you want to enhance the visibility of your company within the beauty industry? PBA member companies promote their businesses to other industry professionals by sponsoring PBA signature events, advertising in one of our many printed or online publications and by supporting our charitable initiatives. about the professional beauty association Why Should You Belong to PBA? That depends… what do you want to gain from YOUR industry association? Do you want to share your success? All members are encouraged to submit newsworthy press releases and announcements to PBA. The association posts this information on our industry news page and highlights your achievements on our many Facebook pages. Do you want someone protecting your business interests on Capitol Hill? PBA’s government affairs team is fighting hard to ensure that the issues important to you and the beauty industry are heard by lawmakers on Capitol Hill. Your membership dues help fund lobbying efforts at the federal and state levels. facebook.com/professionalbeautyassociation 800.468.2274 PROBEAUTY.ORG
