Cosmetologists Chicago/The Chicago Midwest Beauty Show

Contact Name: Paul Dykstra, Chief Executive Officer

Phone: 312.321.6809
http://www.chicagomidwestbeautyshow.com

Who can and does belong to this association?

Membership is open to licensed salon professionals and students - including hairdressers, estheticians, nail technicians, salon owners, school owners and educators.

What are the five most important and/or popular benefits this association offers?

1) Free admission (or substantial discounts) to many events, including one of the world’s largest beauty shows, The Chicago Midwest Beauty Show (CMBS)- America’s Beauty Show, as well as America’s Expo for Skin Care & Spa. Free and fun educational programs that offer Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are available to members at no charge and can be applied towards licensing renewal requirements. Additional events such as ColorAmerica with Beth Minardi and America’s Latino Beauty Congress are offered at discounted rates to members.

2) Affiliate organizations catering to specialized industry groups include the International Nail Technicians Association (INTA), Cosmetologos Latinos (CL), and the American Association for Esthetics Education (AAEE) and offer special education opportunities.

3) An expansive website (www.ChicagoMidwestBeautyShow.com) offers monthly updates, industry events and articles on all facets of the beauty industry by professional experts.