Special Guest Appearance Sunday, May 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Valerie Warner
Host, Windy City Live TV Show
• Two Big Days of Exhibits featuring great educators and your favorite product manufacturers – SUNDAY AND MONDAY ONLY! • Participate in Classes by the Leading Celebrity Barbers and Stylists • See 8 Exciting Competitions for Barbers, Stylists and Barber and Cosmetology Students • Register to Win A Beautiful Fur Coat, Compliments of AHBAI • Register to Win Free Airline Tickets and CA$H, Compliments of AHBAI!!! • Learn successful marketing tools to help increase and maintain your salon and barber shop clientele • Learn how to open a successful salon or barber shop • Participate in more Free Classes than Ever Before!!! • Learn the hottest trends in hair coloring, natural hair care, eyebrows, hair styling, marketing, hair weaving, wig making, and financial planning taught by the top educators in the field • Be Captivated by a Hot Hair & Fashion Show featuring Top Style teams from across the country • See the Battle of the Schools” Competition on Saturday Night with a Hilarious Comedy Show! • Buy new products which will revolutionize your business while increasing profits • See major exhibitors who have participated in the past like:
Andis Avlon BBD Bronner Bros. Charlene Chazap Cutting Edge Design Essentials/MRL Designer Touch Dudley Products Essations Golden Supreme
Cover Photo: Stylist: Devona Christmas Model: Valerie Smith Photographer: Leonard Evans
John Amico Jordan’s Beauty Supply Nail Supply Plus Nairobi Products Organic Root Stimulator Sharp Shears Sheenique Sophisticate’s Black Hair Magazine Universal Products Vitale Wahl
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Class Descriptions Relax, Unwind & Create
Custom Wig Making with the Invisible Part “NEW”
Come Experience the New Affirm Conditioning Relaxer System, the Ultimate Straightener. Unwind with Fiberguard Relaxer System and unleash your ability to make textural changes and finally create with KeraCare Natural Textures and MoisturColor Permanent HairColor Systems Avlon will share how to unleash your creative side and capture new ways for long term client retention. As our client base evolves… so must we!!!
The WEAVE X-PERTS by Tomeka’s Beauty teach you how to create Multicultural Wigs for anyone who likes to change styles often or people who are experiencing loss of hair due to illness (Cancer), trauma to the head, and scalp disorders. You will enjoy making the custom fitted wigs that do not require the client to be present due to the fact that her measurements are taken. These wigs can be customized according to color, texture, and length. No more loose fitting, Bulky, Un-natural looking wigs. The invisible part is a track placement technique that allows your client to have their scalp visible in one area, giving the appearance of a natural part. Now imagine your client being able to achieve that same natural looking part while wearing a wig! If you are ready to take your wigs to the next level using one of the hottest new trends in weaving this is the class for you! In this class you will learn how to make money anytime/ anywhere. Take the measurements with you and create Fantastic Wigs like a WEAVE X-PERT anytime you want.
The Many Faces of Avlon Industries
Audience Skill Level: Intermediate Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Sunday: 1pm -3pm Monday: 11am - 1pm
Fee: Free - D
CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
Behind the Scenes…. This class will be taught by D’Lonzo and is for the stylist that wants to take styling to the next level. Billboards, celebrities magazines and more. They will learn the requirements to become a session stylist, how to storyboard and develop hot trends and looks, learn the difference between salon and editorial work, working with hair, make up, and fashion stylists and how to set up your portfolio.
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Monday: 12pm-2pm Fee: Free - D
CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
Clip Appeal Precision cuts with a bold shape and style created with clippers! Create edgy, electric, sharp haircuts twice as fast using clippers. This is the chance to gain insight from Master of cosmetology and licensed continuing educator Naitcole Michele on clipper techniques to flawless layers, precise lines, and Out of the Box styles. This class will demonstrate futuristic inspired looks, on-stage action with clippers, and a profitable learning experience of new techniques.
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Monday: 12pm-2pm Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
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Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Monday: 3pm-5pm Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
Euro Stitching
(new weave technique) International Platform Artist/Educator, Sharon Reams will teach you how to expand your extension business and profit with this ALL NEW WEAVE TECHNIQUE, called EURO STITCHING! There is no braiding, gluing, clipping, fusions or links. It can be done in two hours or less once you learn the technique. This technique is totally different from the micro stitch weaving. Both techniques will be done in class so that we can compare the difference and explain when each should be used and why. Therefore In this class you will learn two techniques instead of one. You can charge $300-$800 per client and it will last 2 to 4 months. DON’T MISS OUT!!!!! Excellent for all hair types and textures! BONUS!!!!! We will also show you hot razor cutting to blend and add texture to your extensions and weave styles to make them look and feel natural!
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Monday: 3pm-5pm Fee: Free - D
CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
EYEBROW THREADING & TEAR-FREE WEALTHY LASHES JAMES WEALTHY SYSTEMS Featuring James Wealthy (Look & Learn)
Join, Expert Lashologist & Master Threader James Wealthy, as he reveals the “The Ancient Art of Threading”, detailing how to remove unwanted facial hair using thread. He will also be demonstrating eyebrow enhancement with eyebrow tinting and lightening application! Eyebrows & Eyelashes are the fastest growing multi-million dollar add-on services in the beauty industry! Don’t miss how to properly apply “WEALTHY” 100% Human Hair Individual Flair Tab Lashes with the “WEALTHY” Tear-Free Eyelash Adhesive. A MUST SEE!!!
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Sunday: 9am-11am Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
EYEBROW THREADING & “TEAR-FREE” WEALTHY EYELASH SYSTEM Featuring James Wealthy (Hands-on Workshop)
Join Expert Lashologist & Master-Eyebrow Threader James Wealthy as he teaches you the ancient art method of facial hair removal with thread. Use his step by step instructional system called “The Wealthy System”. He will show you how to create and custom design naturally beautiful Eyebrows and Eyelashes to any face! Come learn how to apply “WEALTHY” 100% Human Hair Individual Flair Tab Eyelashes, in less than 15 minutes, using the “WEALTHY” Tear-Free Eyelash Adhesive. You will learn: Step by Step instructions how to Hold, Loop & Run the thread, how to remove hair using the Hand, Neck, Mouth & Automatic Threader methods, how to properly remove unwanted facial hair from the Eyebrows, Lip and Chin areas using thread, how to Profile a “New” Eyelash Client, Client Eyelash Maintenance How to increase your annual earning potential by up to 70%! How to throw the Perfect “WEALTHY LASH PARTY” Registration includes: Spool of thread, Wealthy System Eyebrow Menu, Wealthy Marking E-Book, Free Wealthy Systems Membership, Certificate of Completion, and CEU HRS also Available (Not valid in all States)
Materials Needed: Open mind to learn “NEW” Skills/ Pen & Paper
Class Times: Monday: 2pm-6pm Fee: $160 on or before
April 10, 2012; $200 after April 10, 2012
CEU Hours: 4 Hrs
“Fashionably”
Hair Cutting & Styling This class is tailored to Sharpen & Recreate the Hair Artisan’s Hair Cutting & Styling skills. In this class you will learn 2 Newly Released Hair Cuts & the hidden secrets to “fashionable” Hair Styling. Come learn from Celebrity Stylist ~ Tobby “The King”, how to creatively give your Hairstyles that Fashionable Voice that says….Chef d’ Oeuvre!!!!!
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Sunday: 9am-11am Monday: 9am-11am
Fee: Free - D
CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
French Lacing Taught by Wig specialist, Tarsha Woods this class is for all weave specialists! Learn one of the most innovative methods in hair extensions and increase your clientele. French Lacing creates the perfect foundation using elastic thread. No pain, no extra maintenance, very secure and comfortable, this technique allows the hair wefts to lay flatter around the crown of the head than braids. Tracks are sewn to the knotted base using a lock stitch. Safe enough for severely damaged hair, French Lacing can be used to make bridges over bald or thinning areas with any existing hair the client may have. Learn the 3 types of French Lacing which include compact, directional, and interlocking which will lasts for up to 3 months.
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Monday: 9am-11am Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
Help! Where Are the Clients? Marketing Strategies for Stylist and Barbers 101 (Triple your income in less than 3 months)
Come learn ways to recession proof your business, with marketing techniques for Barbers and Stylist. Taught by Salon owner and certified cosmetologist “Ms. Tish” Luticia Sutton, the techniques taught in this class will help the student triple their income in less than three months. Learn how to create a professional image for yourself; Learn marketing techniques on how to build clientele; learn how to market yourself to keep your clientele; and learn how to increase you income in the salon.
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Sunday: 12pm-2pm Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
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How to Make and Attach Your Own Pre-made Sew-in Weave Closures This is a must see class!!! Sharon Reams is back to show you how you can successfully MAKE and ATTACH your own flat or raised pre-made sew in weave closures. No longer will you have to purchase commercial made closures or fumble trying to close your sew in weave styles while clients are present. This technique will save you time and money. INTRODUCING a hot new Closure Tool Kit that will make creating your closures units quick and easy. You’ll Love It!!!! In This Class You Will Learn: How to make the closures from beginning to end, using the new tool kit; How to measure the top area for a closure unit during consultation session; The best wefted hair to use and why; How to attach the closure unit to your sew in weave style with ease; and How to use the Hot Razor to cut, blend and add texture to your weave styles. LEARN TO WORK SMARTER AND NOT HARDER!!!!!
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Sunday: 3pm-5pm Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
How to Open Your Own Barbershop Are you that barber who’s ready to go out on your own? Learn what it takes to open your own barbershop. Barbershop owner, Kamal Nuru will teach you How much money you will need to open a barbershop; He will also help you decide if you should do it yourself or with a partner; where you can get equipment and supplies; how to get barbers; and how to market and promote your business. You will also learn if your shop should be booth rental vs. commission; the pros and cons of owning and running your own business; what’s in name; and how to expand.
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Monday: 3pm-5pm Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
Advancing the Youth
A Hairweave Sew-in Class for Students Only! Celebrity Stylist Kesha Levy shares her fast braiding technique which will cut your hair weave service time in half. Students will also learn a sewing technique to ensure their future clients a long lasting sew-in
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with low maintenance. For a small $50 investment, you can advance your Future! Photo & School ID Required
Audience Skill Level: For Cosmetology students Only! Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Monday: 12pm-2pm Fee: $50-D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
“Let’s share a little COLORLY love with SOLUTIONS 2 EDUCATION” Come join Niki Smith in the most enlightening, inspiring, and informative color conversation you will ever experience. Have all of your color concerns and questions answered such as….. • When performing relaxer or perm with a permanent color service when is it the safest time to perform either service in proximity to the color. • With relaxers what are the best hydroxides to use when processing previously color treated hair. • How do I effectively get grey coverage and not grey blending? • Can excessive semi-permanent color be removed from the hair and how? These and many more questions will be answered and myths shattered in the forum. We will also equip you with our infallible color formulation equation system for highlighting, low lighting, tinting back, and color removal. YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS THIS!
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Sunday: 3pm-5pm Monday: 3pm-5pm
Fee: Free - D
CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
Meet The Footnanny!
Learn how the footnanny brand was created and what happened after the big Oprah endorsement! Gloria L. Williams ~the Footnanny will have a seminar which will include: How the Footnanny Brand was developed, what makes your brand different, Strong Customer Service, Powerful Presentation and Building Your Clientele. Seminar will end with an introduction of footnanny.com Products (foot creams, t-shirts and foot nanny express partnership. This seminar is for Salon/Spa Owners, Barbershop Owners, Nail Technicians, Hair Stylists, Barbers, Colorist, Massage Therapist, Estheticians and Make up Artists!
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Sunday: 12pm-2pm Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
Open Up Your Own Hair Replacement Business
(Selling Hair Replacements Units to Your Clients: Full and Front Lace Units, Cranial Prosthesis & Lace Frontal) We all have clients that have a need for hair replacements: From Hair Loss, Alopecia and Side Effects from Various Treatments. Also great for clients who are transitioning from relaxers. In this class taught by Salon Owner Eunice Johnson of Eunice’s Hair Salon in Arlington, TX, you will learn How To Buy The Hair Replacements Units Wholesale; learn How To make an extra $1000.00 a month at your salon selling them; learn about the units: Units types, cap construction, materials, lace colors, hair types, density, curl patterns and others options. Also, Insurance Option’s for your clients etc.
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Sunday: 9am-11am Monday 9am-11am
Fee: Free - D
CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
Prisming & Sculpting This demonstration is an explosion of precise cutting and dimensional coloring techniques which exudes creativity and allows you to give your clients a fresh new look for the season! Pairing technical precision of shape and style along with creative craftsmanship of color placement to learn timeless execution is the goal of this demonstration. Techniques demonstrated are effective sectioning, diagonal partings and triangular sections coupled with the excitement of strippled brushwork and accent paneling. Embrace the Change with Master of cosmetology and licensed continuing educator Naitcole Michele.
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Sunday: 12pm-2pm Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
SPIDER WEAVING Create maximum flexibility while adding length and volume with this partial weave application. Be the first to learn the “Spider Weave” technique by Wig Specialist, Tarsha Woods. Spider weaving involves the ultimate braiding pattern, leaving hair out at the top of the head between braids. Pull hair up in a smooth ponytail or achieve a natural part area without glue or adhesives. Great
for restoring edges and nape areas of the head. Spider weaving is less stressful for styling and blends well with straight or curly textures. A must see class, this method results in more natural, free-flowing hair extensions and will last for up to 2 months. Topics include: Hair sectioning; Vertical braiding; Traditional vs. braid-less weaving; Net installation; Pricing; and Maintenance and removal.
Materials Needed: Class Times: Sunday: 9am-11am Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
The Art of Of Your Natural Bush Ever wonder what your natural curl really look like? Well let’s Talk, Let me introduce to you a whole new world. As a professional allow me to educate you on how to identify the type of texture and coils your client really posses unleashing the natural curl will allow versatility diversity and understanding that will take the guess work out of natural hair. Come and join the most sought after celebrity stylist Tajuana Hughes as she gives you the keys and tools to achieve the foundations, to curls, waves, and kinky hair.
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Sunday: 12pm-2pm Monday: 3pm-5pm
Fee: Free - D
CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
The Hidden Tales of Hair Loss! Alopecia can be a scary subject to imagine for most people. Did you know that some of the simplest thing we do daily and eat could be the cause of hair loss? This class taught by Christopher Noble, Salon owner, stylist and cosmetology instructor will teach the truth of what it is, where it comes from, how to identify the sign of balding and how to fight it head on. But no nightmare ends with a bad ending. If alopecia has gotten the best of you, we’ll teach you how to choose the correct methods of hair replacement, while maintain a healthy scalp. The class will cover, what is Alopecia; medications & diet regiments that cause hair loss; product ingredients that cause hair loss; hair replacements, etc.
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Sunday: 9am-11am Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
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The International Masters Barber Forum
“Barbers from Around the World Working Together For Excellence in the Barber Industry.” Calling all barbers, Celebrity Barbers, & Barber Shop Owners! The 1st International Masters Barber Forum will be held at the Proud Lady Beauty Dawn Tatum Derek Davis Show, coordinated by Dawn Tatum, Master Barber of Leverette’s International. Top Barbers from across the country will share vital information on the current condition of the Barber Industry, the Keys for Excellence and Professionalism, and how Barbers can unite to help shape the future of the industry. Invited panel members include Derek E. Davis, 2nd vice president, National Association of the Barber Boards of America; Craig Damon, Celebrity Barber, and many more. Hors’d’oeuvres will be served.
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Monday: 12pm-2pm Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
The Natural Experience Class… THE ULTIMATE style class
The natural experience is a class teaching the proper transition from relaxed hair to natural roots with D’lonzo’s ultimate silk press technique; conquering textures, what to use on natural hair, Madam CJ Walker theory of style memory, and how to properly trim ends!
The Successful Stylist This is a class for students and stylists who just came into the industry. Educator Christopher Noble has over 10 years experience in the business of being a commission hair stylist, to salon owner, to product founder. Learn the 10 step system of how to become a successful stylist making $20,000 or more in your first year of cosmetology. Calling all new and upcoming stylists, you don’t want to miss this motivational seminar. Investing in yourself; branding yourself; choosing the right place of employment; unmatched customer service; income strategies-retail; product selection; know your competition; set goals; plan for the future; and expansion.
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Monday: 9am-11am Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
Top It Hair Unit
(No Glue... No Sew... Hair Topper) Learn how to make a unit that has been designed for women that suffer from alopecia. This unit will conceal thinning areas and add thickness and fullness to your hair without glue or sewing. The unit will be cut with a hot razor to finish this fabulous look. This class will be taught by Salon Owner and certified cosmetologist “Ms. Tish” Luticia Sutton.
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Monday: 12pm-2pm Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Sunday: 12pm-2pm Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
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Triangulation Marla Fox, master educator in Kevin Kirk design team, introduces Kevin’s latest hair cut “Triangulation”. In geometry, triangulation is a way to determine location by measuring angles, from other known points. In this collection, we will find our way through internal layers by using points of triangles. Marla will teach you how to use this technique in both short and long hair, creating disconnection, head forming layers, and full front sweeping fringes. Take your cutting IQ to the next level with Triangulation.
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Sunday: 9am-11am Monday: 9am-11am
Fee: Free - D
CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
What the Text Books and State Boards of Cosmetology Left Out and Ignored as It Relates to Ethnic Studies in Cosmetology In this trichology class you will learn:How the chemicals used in Cosmetology work and why; What to do when chemical services go wrong; at what age is it safe to perform a chemical service on a child; what are the structural differences of Afro hair from other cultures; why the term RETOUCH is wrong and losing you money, and much, much more. Dr. Edward Tony Lloneau is back to share Trichology like you have never experienced before.
Materials Needed: Pen & Paper Class Times: Monday: 3pm-5pm Fee: Free - D CEU Hours: 2 Hrs
Summit Laboratories, Inc. Harvey, IL 60426
For more information call 1-800-782-8729
Travel Information Hotel Reservations
To take advantage of the complete show experience, you want to stay at the hotel connected to the Convention Center where ALL the Proud Lady Beauty Show events are happening – the Holiday Inn Select – Tinley Park. Holiday Inn Hotel – Tinley Park 18501 S. Harlem Tinley Park, IL 708-444-1100 $127 – Single/Double Reservation Deadline: April 5, 2012
Car Travel
Tinley Park Convention Center, located in the heart of Chicago Southland, at 1-80 and North Harlem Ave (Exit 148B), makes it easy to access four other interstates including I-57, I-294, I-394 and I-55. If you are traveling by car, it would be helpful to go to www.mapquest.com or Yahoo Maps to get directions. Your destination is 18501 S. Harlem, Tinley Park, IL 60477
(Make reservations early to guarantee space availability) If deadline passes, call hotel number above (Rooms may still be available) If hotel deadline passes, visit website at www.proudlady. org for additional hotels close by. Be sure to mention the Proud Lady Beauty Show when making reservations to receive special show rates. Your credit card will be billed when your reservation is made. All reservations must be paid in full at time of reservation. No reservations will be processed without payment in full. No refunds or cancellations will be allowed. The Holiday Inn Select is the place to be! Make your reservation today!
Parking
Parking is Free!!!
Air Travel
We encourage our attendees to schedule their flights to arrive at Chicago’s Midway Airport as this is the closest airport to the convention center.
Airport Shuttle
Airport Shuttle is available from Go Airport Express. Reservations can be made on-line at www.AirportExpress.com Enter our code: Proud Lady to get 10% off. Reservations can also be made by calling 1-800-284-3826 and mentioning our code: Proud Lady to get 10% off.
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Car Rental
We strongly encourage car rental if you are flying into Mid-way Airport. We have established a car rental program with Budget Rent-A-Car. To reserve your car, please call toll free 1-800722-3773 and request Proud Lady Convention Discount #BCD #U089720.
Your clients and your business deserve the best!
www.DudleyQ.com
Purchase Dudley’s Professional and Retail Products at:
Dudley Beauty College 773.488.5900
Dudley’s Corporate Office 1.888.573.8210
Trade Show Committee Janet Wallace Bronner Brothers
Dr. Reginald Mitchell Namaste’ Laboratories
Betty Clawson Dudley Beauty College
Clyde Hammond Summit Laboratories
JoAnn Bell Luster Products, Inc.
Jory Luster Luster Products, Inc.
Brenda Turner Luster Products, Inc.
Advisory Committee Dr. Katie Catalon
Mr. Kabir’s
Sharon Payton
E. Small-Simmons
National Beauty Culturists League
Kevin Knight
Trenz Beauty Academy
Dunbar Vocational High School
Dr. Rosalind Coffey
Knight Beauty & Barber Supply
Calvin Powell
Marcus Stephens
NBCL
Bonnie Krueger
Powell’s Beauty Supply
Nu World Beauty Supply
James E. Craig
Sophisticate’s Black Hair Styles & Care
Renee Reynolds
Allen Styles
Craig’s B&B Supply
Guide
Sally Beauty Supply
Famous Cuts
Marcus Davis
Cynthia Levy
Bernadine Rideau
The Art of Grooming
Techniques Designs
Leverette’s Barber Shop
McCoy Barber College
Dawn Tatum
D’Lonzo
Kesha Levy
Leroy Sharp Octavia Sharp
Leverette’s Int’l
BJ’s Professionals
Leverette’s 3Xclusive
Gerlene A. Donnell
Karen Mackie
Sharp Beauty Supply
Chazap Barber College
Pacific Coast - NBCL
Chicago Vocational Career Academy
Dr. Annette Shelton
Barbara J. Edmonds Brian Green
Clim Milton
Progressive Cosm. Assn. of California
Kenny Williams Toni Williams
Supply Guy
Willie Singleton
Silk N Classy
Fresh Look Salon
Marilyn Montgomery
Colorado State-NBCL
James & Sherman Willis
Zoanne Gunn
Chicago Vocational Career Academy
Barbara J. Slay
Willis Beauty Supply Co.
Chicago Vocational Career Academy
Flinn H. Moses
B.J.‘s Beauty Supply
Irene Youngblood
Gertha Jones
F.H. Moses Beauty Supply
Johnnie Smith
Cain’s Barber College
Gertha’s Hair Fashions
Doris Mosley
Distinctive Nails
Ike Jordan
Another Beauty Salon
Julia Smith
Jordan’s Beauty & Barber Supply
Dr. Wanda Nelson
Julia’s Studio East
Connie Judge Johnson
Ask Dr. Nelson
Danyiel Selvie
Global Vision Technology Services
Al Perry
Simeon High School
Abdul Kabir
Al Perry’s Ray-Zors Edge
Veronica Walton
2011 Task Force Karen Allen Reynard Allen Salon Development Group Lorraine Bryant Jordan’s JBS Educational Assn. Denise Campbell Salon Iman Betty Clawson Dudley Beauty College John Davis Merriville Beauty College William Daurham Chazap Inc. Quinton de Alexander Midwest Fashion 1 Beauty Awards Gloria C. Ford Crown of Glory Salon
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Ivy K. Ford Hair Café Christopher “Rock” Frazier CE Distributor Inc Blondie Henderson Marvelette Jackson Touch of Perfection, Inc. Danita Johnson Hair Haven Roshawnda Joiner Glamour At a Glance Beauty Salon Mildred Jones Full Control Hair Designs Bernita Jordan Jordan’s Beauty Dist. Joyce Kelly-Brown Soul Salon Spa & Jazz Barbershop Pamela King Touche Salon
Stella Lamphouse Cynthia Levy Leverette’s Barber & Salon Kesha Levy Leverette’s 3 Xclusive April McCaskill Alethia McCall-Muhammad Dr. Reginald Mitchell Namaste Labs. Sandra L. Patrick Laura’s 2 LaDonna Portis Altimate Look Stacy Powell Shear Artistry – the Salon Bernadine Rideau McCoy Barber College Dedric Robinson Salon Heaven
Julia Smith Julia Studio East Salon Tonia Stigger Allen Styles Famous Cuts Dawn Tatum Leverette’s Rhonda Thompson Michael Watkins Mikanty Stylist Brokers Tonia Watson Carla Williams Deborah Williams Dudley Beauty College Ken Williams Silk N Classy
Who is
Ahbai? AHBAI represents, the American Health & Beauty Aids Institute, African-American Manufacturers United to Support our Community. AHBAI was founded in 1981 by 10 Black manufacturers who recognized that united they could accomplish more for the beauty industry than they could achieve individually. Since that time, AHBAI has grown into a respected industry resource and advocate for the Black community at large. Recognized best by the Proud Lady symbol, the symbol of AHBAI companies whvich appears on the back of all of their products, AHBAI is committed to serving the community and cosmetologists who have helped them to grow. The Proud Lady symbol on a package assures cosmetologists that the product was manufactured by a company that re-invests its profits in the community. The symbol is designed to encourage African-Americans to recycle their dollars within the Black community. AHBAI in turn recycles these dollars by providing jobs, scholarships, and contributions to major charitable organizations who support the AfricanAmerican community. In addition to the support of the UNCF, AHBAI, through its Fred Luster Education Foundation, provides thousands of dollars in scholarships to high school and Basic cosmetology students to encourage more students to continue their pursuit of a career in Cosmetology.
Be Sure to Get the Super VIP Deal! ALL FOR THE LOW, LOW PRICE OF $70 Must Purchase by March 16, 2012* After March 16th Price Increases (Must complete forms on following pages 21 and 23 and mail with payment)
The Proud Lady Beauty Show is dedicated to the needs of cosmetologists, barbers, cosmetology and barber students and nail technicians. The show attracts thousands of industry professionals nationwide. It features hands-on workshops, product demonstrations, styling competitions and an exciting exhibit floor. AHBAI’s Salon Advantage Club continues to focus on cosmetologists, barbers and nail technicians and strengthens the link between Black beauty professionals and product manufacturers. Club members receive information on the latest beauty trends, and salon management tips through our newsletter. AHBAI’s newest program “Industry Partners” unites all manufacturers in the ethnic HBC industry to collectively strengthen the ethnic hair care and beauty industry. These programs and others clearly demonstrate AHBAI’s contribution to the industry. AHBAI has strengthened the ethnic beauty industry and continues to create new options and greater opportunities for Black cosmetologists and barbers working within the trade. Looking ahead, AHBAI will continue to promote and enhance the ethnic beauty care category to ensure future growth for the entire industry.
• Enjoy the Proud Lady Beauty Show Exhibits- 2 Big Days (May 5-7, 2012) • View the “All New” Proud Lady Comedy Show & “Battle of the Schools” Competition (Saturday, May 5th) • Take Advantage of Your Selection of Free Classes • See Hot Feature Presentations from Award Winning Stylists from across the country. • Get VIP Seating at the “World Class Fantasy” and “It’s All About Men” Competitions (Sunday, May 6th ) • Enjoy Free Admission & ‘Party Hardy’ at the Proud Lady Jam, the Official Proud Lady After Party (Sunday, May 6th) • Become a Member of the Elite Proud Lady Salon Advantage Club*
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Tickets For your convenience, you can purchase your Proud Lady Beauty Show ticket direct from one of the distributors below or complete your registration on-line at www.proudlady.org or mail the registration form in this brochure to the Proud Lady Beauty Show with your payment: Chris Distributors
South Holland, IL 773-263-5326
Chris “Rock” Frazier C&E Distributors, Inc. Chicago, IL 773-339-1548
Shalon Featherstone
Just Braids/Shalon’s Travel Madison, WI 608-320-9966
Brian Green
Fresh Look Beauty Salon Milwaukee, WI 414-477-2599
George Jackson G & M Distributors Chicago, IL 773-329-1067
Ike Jordan
Jordan’s Beauty Supply Chicago, IL 773-734-6268
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Sharon Payton
Tiffany A. Smith
Calvin Powell
Dawn Tatum
Gerald Rodgers
Mike Watkins
Trenz Beauty Academy Chicago, IL 773-297-4500
Powell’s Beauty Supply Toledo, Ohio 419- 243-7731
One Stop Professional (State of Indiana) 317-757-8207 317-513-8981 317-250-2496
B.J. Slay
BJ’s Beauty Supply Chicago, IL 773-779-7100
Lanyaird Smith
The Beauty Express 773-398-4810
Keith Duncan Dad Inc. 2 312-533-1669
Bennison Products, Inc. Alsip, IL 708-239-0178
Leverette’s Mississippi/Chicago 773-600-6050
Mikanty Stylist Brokers Park Forest, IL 708-243-7850
Sherman Willis
Willis Beauty Supply Columbus, OH 1-800-423-2889
Deborah Williams
Dudley Beauty College Chicago, IL 773-488-5900
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PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. POSTAGE
PERMIT NO. 437 Aurora, IL
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AHBAI P. O. Box 19510 Chicago, Illinois 60619
May 5-7, 2012 | Tinlry Park Convention Center
• Register to Win a Luxurious Fur Coat, Cash, Free Products or a Free Airline Ticket during the evening competitions each night. • Get a Free Manicure, Pedicure, Mini-Facial or Chair Massage, Compliments of the Proud Lady and Dudley Beauty College • Enjoy huge savings when you buy all your favorite hair care, nail care and other beauty products at the show! • Learn new techniques in haircutting, barbering, braiding, hair extensions, haircoloring, nails and more from National and International artists! • Win cash and special recognition as a trendsetter by entering one of seven award winning competitions! • Save 50% on your General One-Day Show Admission when you join the Salon Advantage Club! • And much, much more!
Get the VIP Deal! All Show Events for One Low Price plus Bonus Salon Advantage Membership!!!
2 BIG DAYS OF EXHIBITS (SUNDAY & MONDAY)
For more information, call 708.633.6328 or visit our website at www.proudlady.org or Facebook.com/ahbaiplbs