Get Together Party

Saturday, July 17, 2011 | 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Price: Member Price $55, Non–Member Price – $65 ($10 additional after June 21)
Venue: South Seas Ballroom AB

This is the kick–off event for Cosmoprof North America 2011.  This event is open to visitors, exhibitors and members of the press.  This is also the best way to start networking and starting off your Cosmoprof North America experience.

PBA Symposium

Saturday, July 17 – Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Venue: Mandalay Bay Ballroom

Event co–locating with Cosmoprof North America.

The Professional Beauty Association is made up of salons, spas, distributors and manufacturers dedicated to improving their individual businesses and the industry as a whole.  Learn more about the association at the Business Forum or visit www.probeauty.org.

North American Hairstyling Awards 2010(NAHA)

Sunday, July 24, 2011
Red Carpet Reception | 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Gala Ceremony | 8:00pm – 10:00pm
Price: Member Price – $75, Non–Member Price – $85. ($10 additional after June 21)
Venue: Mandalay Ballroom

NAHA 2010: Haute Fashion, Inspired Design
The North American Hairstyling Awards (NAHA) is the most prestigious photographic beauty competition in North America, celebrating the Haute Fashion and Inspired Design of the professional salon industry.
*Please note: If you are planning to purchase a full tuition to PBA Symposium, purchase your first NAHA 2010 ticket at the same time for only $55.

Special Honorees
Beth Minardi will be presented the 2010 Lifetime Achievement Award for her outstanding contributions to the hair industry.

Frederic Holzberger will be inducted into the NAHA Hall of Leaders for his tireless efforts to educate and inspire both current and future industry professionals.

Artistic Presentations and Evening Entertainment
Experience spectacular performances, artistic presentations by past NAHA winners, and special appearances by famous fashionistas and beauty lovers alike!

NAHA Class & Press Conference
AFTER NAHA: What to do next?
Presented by Modern Salon Fashion and Beauty Director Maggie Mulhern, Salon Today Editor Stacey Soble, and Vance Marketing Solutions media expert.

Monday, July 19, 2010
10:15am - 11:45am
Complimentary with your NAHA 2010 ticket

Learn how to “Build Buzz & Biz” as NAHA 2010 finalists and winners and industry publication experts share tips on how to maximize the exposure of your NAHA entry and other photo shoots; polish the process of your next photo shoot; and use Facebook, Twitter and other online resources to build buzz, showcase your work and attract business.

City of Hope: Spirit of Life Award

Monday, July 25, 2011 | 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Venue: South Pacific Ballroom

City of Hope, an innovative biomedical research, treatment and educational institution, is dedicated to the prevention and cure of diabetes, cancer and other life–threatening diseases, guided by a compassionate patient–centered philosophy, and supported by a national foundation of humanitarian philanthropy.  Members of the National Professional Salon Industry come together in an annual campaign recognizing the need for financial support and join in an effort to raise funds for City of Hope.  Proceeds from the campaign support research, treatment and education programs at City of Hope.

The annual campaign culminates with the presentation of City of Hope’s most prestigious honor – the Spirit of Life® Award – to an outstanding industry leader who has made a significant commitment to helping those in need.  Spirit of Life® honorees are recognized for notable contributions to their community and their profession.  They are acknowledged for their achievements, integrity and good work within the beauty industry.  The National Professional Salon Industry takes great pride in presenting Eva Graham, founder of Nioxin, with the 2011 Spirit of Life® Award on July 25, 2011 at a gala to be held at Mandalay Bay Resort and Hotel.
Tickets: Table of 10 $4,000; Individual seat: $400

For more information please contact Csynthia Savage 800–272–2310 or email: csavage@coh.org

For more information on the event, visit: www.cityofhope.org/…

ICMAD Legislative Update

Tuesday, July 26, 2011 | 8:30 am – 10:00 am
Venue: 2nd Level of Convention Center

The official gathering of Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers And Distributors Association to review the year in cosmetic legislation with special presentation from Carl Geffen.