Sign up Enter your work email * Confirm your email: I consent to the use of my personal data. In accordance with SmartBrief's privacy policy, including its cookie policy. Complete sign up About PBA. The Professional Beauty Association (PBA) is the national trade organization for the professional beauty industry, and the collective voice of those who bring it to life every day. PBA champions licensed stylists as the heart of the industry, advocating for their rights, protecting their future, and elevating their work on a national stage. From celebrating creativity and artistry to driving real change through education, advocacy, community, and charitable support, PBA shows up where it matters most. PBA is where passion meets power; careers are strengthened, and the industry moves forward together. Created by SmartBrief, a business news publisher, in partnership with PBA. A weekly snapshot of the beauty industry with news from leading sources. Summaries of what matters to you, written by expert editors to save you time and keep you informed and prepared. Now you can keep current with your industry without having to sift through the news every day. You don't need to be a member of the association to take advantage of this free service. Welcome to SmartBrief. SmartBrief is the leading online publisher of targeted business news and information by industry. By combining technology and editorial expertise, SmartBrief filters thousands of sources daily to deliver the most relevant industry news in partnership with more than 180 trade associations, professional societies nonprofits and corporate entities.