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MEET THE 2025 CLASS

YOUR JOURNEY STARTS NOW

Your journey starts now. We can’t wait to see you at Premiere Orlando from May 31 – June 2, 2025, for an unforgettable experience. Connect with your classmates and share your excitement as you prepare to take the next step in your beauty career.

SHARE YOUR

BEACON EXPERIENCE

Your journey to Beacon 2025 is just beginning! Celebrate your achievement by sharing your excitement with your network. Download exclusive social assets and let the beauty community know you’re part of the Beacon Class of 2025. Tag @probeautyassoc to be featured!

Let the industry know you’ve taken your career to the next level!

TRAVEL REIMBURSEMENT

FOR YOUR JOURNEY

We know attending Beacon is an investment, and we’re here to help! Applications for travel aid open AFTER Beacon, so you can focus on making the most of your experience first.

The Andrew Gomez Dream Foundation Grant:
The AGDF Grant provides up to $250 in travel reimbursement for the first 100 applicants to help cover hotel, airfare, meals, and transportation. Apply after attending Beacon—every dollar counts toward your future!

The Associated Skin Care Professionals Travel Reimbursement for Skin Care Students:
ASCP is awarding five (5) skincare students a $100 travel reimbursement to help support your journey to Beacon!

BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

BONUS EXPERIENCES

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MEET & HEAR FROM

TOP BRANDS IN THE INDUSTRY

Beacon 2025 gives you exclusive access to top industry leaders, offering the chance to network, learn, and build connections that can shape your future. This is your opportunity to step into the industry and make meaningful relationships that can take your career to the next level.

FREE TICKETS TO

NAHA & PREMIERE

Watch the top artists in the industry receive their awards at the iconic North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA). Walk the show floor at Premiere Orlando, the largest beauty show in the United States!

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TAKE HOME

$500+ IN PRODUCTS

Who doesn’t love FREE products from the best brands in the industry?! Bring an extra suitcase (literally!) so you have room to bring back TWO swag bags filled with products from our Beacon and NAHA sponsors.

CALLING ALL
BEACON ALUMNI

Share your knowledge and expertise with emerging talent! Give back to Beacon and support our industry by becoming a mentor.

Past Beacon Educators

Meet past educators that have taught previous Beacon classes!

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MICHELLE O’CONNOR

Five-time NAHA Winner, Matrix Global Artistic Director.

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MICHAEL DEVELLIS

Owner of the Powder Group and On-Makeup Magazine.

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JOHN MOSLEY

NAHA 2022 Educator of the Year Winner, CEO Popular Nobody Brand.

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JAMAL EDMONDS

NAHA 2022 Texture Winner, Owner Lamaj in the City.

Beacon Alumni

Previous Beacon students who now lead the industry!

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JALIA PETTIS

NAHA 2022 Makeup Artist of the Year Winner, Educator, Owner of 3Jay Productions.

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ELIZABETH FAYE

NAHA 2022 & 2023 Educator of the Year Finalist, Business Coach, CEO of Hair Love University.

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FALLYN MIREAULT

Color & Extension Specialist, Stylist at Samuel Cole Salon.

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GINA BIANCA

Educator, Business Coach, Owner of The Network Salon.

Your future is now!

Join the Professional Beauty Association and continue to strengthen your career! PBA offers memberships catered to the needs of students including exclusive scholarships and business and technical classes.

BECOME A
SPONSOR

PBA’s Beacon is an elite program for students that provides a unique opportunity to gain career insights from leading influencers, and network with the most prestigious salons across the U.S. If you are looking to connect your brand with the industry’s future leaders, contact us about a Beacon Student Program sponsorship!