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The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) has announced the newest class of the best and brightest students in the beauty industry – the Beacon Class of 2021. These talented students have been hand selected to get a once in a lifetime opportunity to learn from top industry experts, salon owners and influencers. The full list of the Beacon Class of 2021 can be found at probeauty.org. Congratulations to this dynamic and enthusiastic class!
Designed to inspire and prepare students for successful careers, the Beacon program provides young professionals the unique opportunity to connect with mentors and obtain professional guidance to help shape their careers. By gaining insights from top industry experts and forging life-long connections they can't get anywhere else, the Beacon class of 2021 will obtain invaluable skills and knowledge that will shape the future of the beauty industry for years to come.
This year, the Beacon 2021 program will transition to a digital-only format for the health and safety of its participants, providing additional benefits to the class. Because the program is no longer bound by a single date or location, Beacon 2021 is able to diversify its speakers so students will hear from an incredible line up of industry professionals. Speakers to date will include Elizabeth Faye, John Mosley, Ammon Carver, Geno Stampora, Nikki Le, Stephen Gomez – and more will be announced shortly.
The Beacon Class of 2021 will also receive tickets to the ISSE Digital Experience March 14-16 for an added opportunity to take advantage of live education, on-demand classes, and to interact with brands. Additionally, they will be invited to experience a special graduation event and attend ISSE and NAHA in 2022.
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