Trainees proudly acknowledged their role as the next generation of Vietnamese nail stylists, bonding during the recruitment period via social media and over late-night study sessions following each day’s class. VIETSALON editor Anh Tran can be seen in the front row on the far left.

Trainees proudly acknowledged their role as the next generation of Vietnamese nail stylists, bonding during the recruitment period via social media and over late-night study sessions following each day’s class. VIETSALON editor Anh Tran can be seen in the front row on the far left.

Thuan Le (center), one of the first 20 licensed Vietnamese manicurists in the U.S., poses with AEC trainees Nhi Le and Amanda Pham.

Thuan Le (center), one of the first 20 licensed Vietnamese manicurists in the U.S., poses with AEC trainees Nhi Le and Amanda Pham.

American International Industries (A.I.I.) demonstrated their commitment to developing the next generation of industry talent by hosting an A.I.I. Educational Consultant (AEC) training in July specifically for the Vietnamese nail professional community. Spearheaded by key account manager Kelvin St. Pham, the company identified 23 up-and-coming and established Vietnamese nail techs from around the country to attend the three-day intensive training with the expectation that the AECs will be able to provide product knowledge and support to the community. Attendees underwent extensive training specifically focused on the EZFlow Acrylics System, IBD Hard Gels and Just Gel Polish, and the entire SuperNail line. The classes covered product knowledge, chemistry, technique, and presentation skills. They were taught by lead educators Terry Burciaga, Teresa Hamm, Vicki Ornellas, and Sreynin Peng.

AEC trainee Billy Nguyen perfects his IBD Hard Gel technique.

AEC trainee Billy Nguyen perfects his IBD Hard Gel technique.

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