continuing education

European Nail Cruise Is a Hit

Italian-based nail product company Nailevo completed its first-ever European Nail Cruise this past May. The luxurious MSC Musica sailed to some of the most romantic places in the Mediterranean Sea while top global nail experts taught everything from gels to acrylics to e-file techniques.

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Nail Passions Fulfilled: Becoming an Educator

Nail companies are always on the lookout for new educators. They are looking for enthusiastic and motivated techs to show other nail techs how they too can make fantastic nails using that specific brand.

Four-Day Networking Promises Education, Fun

The fourth-annual Northwest Nailtechs Networking Retreat will be held just outside of Seattle on Vashon Island, Wash., October 15-19. Enjoy a beautiful, relaxing, oceanfront setting while attending a tradeshow, classes, seminars, private workshops, competitions, and keynote presentations by Vicki Peters and Millie Haynam.

On My Mind: Are You Evolving? Your Clients Are.

Whether you decide to add a new service, or completely rethink how you’ve set up your salon, commit to making at least one change in your business this year.

Just My Opinion: Step Up, Show Up, and Speak Up!

A Real Page-Turner

A Complete Guide to Nail Art and Decorative Manicure by Olga Petrova, Denis Bukin, and Maxim Bukin, is an English translation of a best-selling Russian nail art how-to guide.

Upcoming Education: Global Artist Forum, LCN Master Classes, Nail University

Upcoming educational events include the first Global Artist Forum in Kansas, LCN Master Classes taught by Somer Downes, and Shari Finger's Nail University in Elgin, Ill.

Education Across the Nation

No need to go to a show--attend one of these traveling two-day seminars.

Universal Companies-NCEA to Offer Certification Review Webinars

Universal Companies and the NCEA (National Coalition of Estheticians, Manufacturers/Distributors, and Associations) have teamed up to offer training to help prepare candidates for the NCEA Certification exam.

On My Mind: Great Expectations

This month's editor's note is written by 2008's #1 competitor, Lynn Lammers of Redlands, Calif.