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From January 25–28, 2027, the International Beauty Professionals Association (IBPA) will host Beauty Business Retreat, a four-day retreat designed for beauty professionals and entrepreneurs. The retreat will take place in a cozy house in Lake Tahoe, California, bringing together an exclusive group of just 8 participants. This experience combines practical business development, professional education, meaningful connections, and relaxation. What Can Participants Expect? - Individual Business Analysis: Personalized guidance on marketing, sales, pricing, management, and business growth. - Sessions with a Psychologist: Working through professional burnout, limiting beliefs, and personal boundaries. - Personal AI Assistant: Creating a customized AI assistant tailored to your business needs. - 90-Day Business Development Plan: Building a clear, actionable strategy for the next three months. - Two Professional Photoshoots: Creating high-quality content for your personal brand. - Networking & Relaxation: Meaningful connections, scenic walks, and time to recharge. What's Included? The participation fee includes three nights of accommodation, three nutritious meals per day prepared by a nutritionist, all expert-led sessions, two professional photoshoots, and the complete retreat program. IBPA members receive special participation rates! An additional 10% discount is available for bookings made by October 12, 2026. Limited availability: Only 8 spots! For more information about the retreat program, participation options, and reservations, please visit our istagram:

The IBPA Beauty Awards 2026 is now accepting applications from beauty professionals around the world. This international professional award recognizes outstanding achievements, expertise, professional growth, and contribution to the beauty industry. It is not a competition based on a single performance, but a recognition of your professional journey, experience, education, portfolio, achievements, publications, judging, teaching, and impact on the industry. Professionals may apply in one or multiple nominations, depending on their field of expertise. Application deadline: August 10, 2026 Online judging: August 16 – September 5, 2026 Winners Announcement & Gala Ceremony: September 26, 2026, Los Angeles, California If you are ready to showcase your achievements on an international level and become part of the global beauty community, we invite you to submit your application today. We look forward to celebrating the professionals who inspire the beauty industry through excellence, innovation, and dedication.

On September 25–26, 2026, Los Angeles will host the 4th Beauty Business Forum - one of the leading international events for beauty professionals, entrepreneurs, educators, and brands. The Forum will bring together industry experts from around the world for two days of educational sessions, business networking, practical workshops, an exhibition area, and the prestigious IBPA Beauty Awards 2026 ceremony. 📍 Venue: 950 South Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90015 During the Forum, attendees will have the opportunity to: - Learn from internationally recognized industry experts; - Gain practical business strategies for growth; - Build valuable professional connections and partnerships; - Meet beauty industry leaders and innovators; - Attend the prestigious IBPA Beauty Awards 2026 Gala Ceremony. Registration is now open. We invite beauty professionals from around the world to join one of the most anticipated international beauty business events of the year.

Our first official public event dedicated to the launch of the International Beauty Professionals Association was successfully held - and became a truly meaningful beginning of everything that lies ahead. On this day, we brought together beauty industry professionals, educators, business owners, and ambitious specialists who believe in growth, a strong professional community, and new opportunities within the industry. It was a great honor for us to see guests who share our values and our vision for the future of the beauty sphere. During the event, we spoke about the mission of the Association, our future plans, membership opportunities, educational initiatives, networking projects, and the professional standards we aim to build together. We discussed how important it is for talented specialists to grow not alone, but within an environment where there is support, recognition, and real opportunities for success. The atmosphere of the evening was warm, inspiring, and filled with genuine connection. New introductions were turning into future collaborations, ideas into plans, and conversations into motivation to keep moving forward. This is only the first step. Ahead of us are business events, educational programs, masterclasses, collaborations, projects dedicated to professional recognition, and many opportunities for specialists to grow on both local and international levels. We sincerely thank everyone who was with us on this special day and supported our opening. Thank you to our guests, our team, and our wonderful partners who helped make this day beautiful and memorable. Your trust means so much to us. Special thanks to our partners: Professional Beauty Store - https://www.instagram.com/teora.beauty_shop/ Photographer - https://www.instagram.com/mfineframes/?hl=ru photographer/Videographer - https://www.instagram.com/seen.by.nadiia/ Ballon& Event Decor Design -https://www.instagram.com/balloomania_sacramento/ The beginning has been made - and we are moving forward. Together.

IBPA officially opens speaker applications for the upcoming Beauty Forum in Los Angeles, taking place in September 2026. 🤍 We are now beginning the search for speakers who are ready to become part of a major international beauty event and share their experience, knowledge, professional journey, and real industry insights with the forum audience. We would be happy to welcome among our speakers: - educators and trainers - beauty business owners - brand representatives - active beauty professionals and industry experts - specialists with strong practical experience and a unique professional perspective To apply, please send your application to: 📩 forum-support@ibpassociations.org Your email should include: • information about yourself • your professional experience • the topic you would like to present at the forum • a short explanation of why your topic would be valuable and relevant to the audience A video introduction is also a required part of the application process. In the video, please: - introduce yourself - briefly present your topic - share why you would like to become a speaker at the Beauty Forum by IBPA We are looking for speakers who do more than simply work in the industry - we are looking for professionals who can truly bring value, inspiration, and meaningful experience to the audience. 🤍 Beauty Forum by IBPA Los Angeles • September 2026

BUSINESS RETREAT by IBPA 🤍 Coachella, California • June 2026 This will be more than just a retreat. It’s a space for women who are ready to reach a new level - in business, mindset, and life. 3 days in a beautiful private house in Coachella, surrounded by strong and ambitious beauty entrepreneurs, where we will not only relax, but also deeply work through your real questions, challenges, and goals. We will talk about: - business scaling - income and building systems - team management and delegation - clients and marketing - burnout, fears, and the inner state of a business owner - licenses, documents, and professional growth in the U.S. But most importantly - it’s about the atmosphere. Morning practices. Meaningful conversations. Beautiful dinners. New connections. Honest talks without masks. Support, inspiration, and the feeling that you are no longer alone in your journey. This retreat is created to help you: • reset mentally and physically • step out of constant chaos and survival mode • gain clarity and a concrete action plan • reconnect with your energy and motivation • return home with real solutions - not just beautiful photos The number of spots is extremely limited - only 6 participants. Accommodation options are available for both single and shared rooms. If you feel like this is the level of environment, support, and growth you need right now - send us the word “RETREAT” in Direct on Instagram ✨

The upcoming issue of **Beauty Professionals Magazine** will explore the future of the beauty industry, artificial intelligence, professional community development, innovation, and the trends shaping the next generation of beauty professionals. As part of our commitment to supporting industry experts and elevating professional voices, the International Beauty Professionals Association (IBPA) is inviting association members to contribute articles for publication. We welcome a variety of content formats, including: • Educational and expert articles • Professional insights and industry opinions • Real-life case studies and success stories • Business and career development experiences • Brand stories and entrepreneurial journeys • Practical advice for beauty professionals and clients IBPA is pleased to offer its members the opportunity to publish their articles **free of charge**, provided that the submitted material is original, engaging, professionally written, and delivers meaningful value to our readers. Publication in Beauty Professionals Magazine is an opportunity to: • Position yourself as a recognized industry expert • Share your knowledge and experience with an international audience • Strengthen your professional reputation and personal brand • Gain visibility within the professional beauty community • Contribute to the growth and advancement of the beauty industry Please note that publication opportunities are limited, and all submissions are reviewed by the editorial team. Priority consideration will be given to IBPA members and articles that provide exceptional educational value for our audience. If you would like to be considered for publication in the upcoming issue, we invite you to contact our team and submit your article proposal.

We are pleased to invite beauty professionals, business owners, educators, and industry experts to join our June educational events hosted by the International Beauty Professionals Association. Throughout June, our speakers will cover a variety of important topics, including: • Client retention and stable bookings • Business strategy and professional growth • Speech techniques and confident self-presentation • Yelp marketing and business promotion • Financial management for beauty businesses • Nutrition and well-being for beauty professionals • Service pricing and profitability All events will be held online via Zoom and are open to members and guests of the Association. 📍 Important: All event times listed in this schedule are Pacific Time (California, USA). We look forward to seeing you at our June events and supporting your professional growth. IBPA - International Beauty Professionals Association