Nailpro Nail Institute requires an additional $99 registration fee.
Monday’s NNI sessions are not included as part of Nailpro Anaheim.

Education from industry leaders!
Free with your general admission ticket

Business Education from Nailpro
Nancy King Heupel, Nailpro education director

10:00–11:00 a.m. State Rules—Are You Up to Speed?
11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Pedicure Safety—Facts Not Fiction
1:45–2:45 p.m. Spa Compliance
3:00-4:00 p.m. AEFM Electric Filing

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Marketing Education from Nailpro
Millie Haynam, Nailpro educator

10:00–11:00 a.m. Build Your Dream Clientele
11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Read All About YOU!

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1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Discuss products, trends, business with nail industry leaders Sunday, Sept. 14
“Meet the VIPs” Roundtable
John Heffner, President & CEO, CND
Newton Luu, President, Le Chat
Jeff Pink, President & CEO, Orly International
George Schaeffer, President & CEO, OPI Products
 
Join us for a dynamic Q&A about important issues for nail professionals just like you. Hear about products in development, how manufacturers are responding to the needs of nail technicians and their clients, and what’s driving new business. Network with leaders with a unique view of the national and international nail industry.
 
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Nails Express Education Academy
Nails Express Education Academy presents technical classes from top manufacturers like OPI Products, NSI and others. Class descriptions and times to be announced.
 
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Technical education from leading manufacturers

Time
Presenter
Class Subject
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m. Backscratchers Salon Systems Extreme Powder Glaze System (Extremely Different Alternative Acrylic System)
  Le Chat Nobility Competition Gel, Soak Off Formula
  Light Elegance Creating “WOW” Nails with Light Elegance
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m. OPI Axxium Gel Perfection
11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. Backscratchers Salon Systems (Vietnamese-language track)
Extreme Powder Glaze System (Extremely Different Alternative Acrylic System)
  International Nail Manuacturers (INM) Embellish It!
  Young Nails Need for Speed
11:45 a.m.–1:15 p.m. Satin Smooth Full Body Waxing
12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m. Le Chat (Vietnamese-language track)
Nobility Competition Gel, Soak Off Formula
  Light Concept Nails (LCN) Create Beautiful Nails with LCN!
1:30 p.m.–2:45 p.m. Nail Tek The HYDRATION THERAPY Anti Aging Spa Manicure
1:45 p.m.–2:45 p.m. CND Brisa Gel by CND
3:00 p.m.–4:30 p.m. OPI Get State Board Clean with OPI
 
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Backscratchers Salon Systems, Inc.
Extreme Powder Glaze System (Extremely Different Alternative Acrylic System)
Diana Snipe, Product Demonstrator
Extreme Powder Glaze System combines the best of resin technology with the best of acrylic. A healthier alternative to traditional acrylic systems, Extreme uses no primers or monomers. The results? It’s less damaging, has no harsh odor, requires very little filing and delivers strong, durable results in 30 minutes. Learn the latest application techniques for this easy-to-use system.
 
Le Chat
Nobility Competition Gel, Soak Off Formula
Yvette Holt, International Educator
A great addition to spa services, this innovative Soak Off Formula gel system caters to natural nail enhancements. It keeps natural nails from breaking and helps polish last longer. Your clients will be completely satisfied with its quick and easy application.
 
Light Elegance
Creating “WOW” Nails with Light Elegance
Kahne Witham, Educator
Kahne Witham shows you how to perform a manicure and pedicure with Light Elegance gel polishes and glitters. Demonstrating all the advantages of using Light Elegance gel polishes on fingers and toes, she also teaches you how to incorporate the use of glitters for added flair. Put some color and sparkle into your clients’ lives! Do more and save time while offering your clients a truly new and wonderful experience!

10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
OPI
Axxium Gel Perfection
Doni Horn, Educator
Whether you are new to gels or an experienced user, Axxium has the ease of application, predictable results and uncomplicated approach you need to give your clients the gorgeous, lightweight enhancements they want. Axxium gels provide unlimited service options, from overlays to stunning sculpts, and fast, fabulous finishes! What you'll learn: • How to turn gels into profits • Quick, easy natural nail and tip overlays • Pink and white sculpts •New, Axxium Soak-Off Gel Lacquer System and Fast, moneymaking gel finishes!
 
11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Backscratchers (Vietnamese-language track)
Extreme Powder Glaze System (Extremely Different Alternative Acrylic System)
Diana Snipe, Product Demonstrator
This class was developed for Vietnamese-speaking professionals.
Extreme Powder Glaze System combines the best of resin technology with the best of acrylic. A healthier alternative to traditional acrylic systems, Extreme uses no primers or monomers. The results? It’s less damaging, has no harsh odor, requires very little filing and delivers strong, durable results in 30 minutes. Learn the latest application techniques for this easy-to-use system.
 
International Nail Manuacturers (INM)
Embellish It!
Rachel Mouritsen, Director of Education
Learn the art of multi-layering enhancements! See how easy it is! Save time and money with this easy-to-apply method. Rachel Mouritsen has helped advance the careers of nail professionals worldwide. Her personal teaching style is sure to enhance your learning experience.
 
Young Nails
Need for Speed
Greg Salo, President & CEO
Have you ever wanted to sculpt a set of French acrylic nails in one hour or less? How about backfills in less than one hour? Young Nails is on the cutting edge of sculpting and backfilling with “Reverse Application,” our revolutionary, trademarked technique. Once you learn this time-saving skill, not only will you improve your bottom line, but you will remain at the forefront of the nail industry with Young Nails.
 
11:45 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Satin Smooth
 Full Body Waxing
Diane Templeton, Educator
This class will be about what you need to know to make yourself successful in the salon or spa. Learn how to choose a wax for skin and hair type, use the Roll-On System, use hard wax with techniques that are comfortable for the customer. You will also learn how to market your waxing services & why sanitation is so important. Plus, we will show you how to use a client record card to become a fully-booked waxing technician. By attending this class you will receive a certificate of achievement.

12:30 - 1:30 p.m.
Le Chat (Vietnamese-language track)
Nobility Competition Gel, Soak Off Formula
Yvette Holt, International Educator
This class was been developed for Vietnamese-speaking professionals.
A great addition to spa services, this innovative Soak Off Formula gel system caters to natural nail enhancements. It keeps natural nails from breaking and helps polish last longer. Your clients will be completely satisfied with its quick and easy application.
 
Light Concept Nails (LCN)
Create Beautiful Nails with LCN!
Somer Downes, Director of Education
Learn everything you need to know about creating beautiful nails with LCN. With the introduction of our Ultima Acrylic line, you now have the best of both gels and acrylics. Be amazed by the easy application of these two amazing lines. Service more customers in less time with low maintenance fills. And LCN’s wide variety of color, glitter, and camouflage products enables you to create any look you can dream up. Attend this class and leave feeling confident, excited, and better prepared with actual skills to grow your business!

1:30 - 2:45 p.m.
Nail Tek
The HYDRATION THERAPY Anti Aging Spa Manicure
Marianne Hunter, Educator
The HYDRATION THERAPY system offers a service that your customers will love with the results they expect. Your salon will build retail sales not only through the purchase of the Wrinkle Reducing Crème, but with the entire system. Learn this fabulous new nail service and begin to grow your nail business and retail dollars today. Get the tools you need to integrate Nail Tek HYDRATION THERAPY products into all of your natural nail services. Plus, learn about CITRA Formaldehyde Free from Nail Tek…The first formaldehyde FREE strengthening system that works!
 
1:45 - 2:45 p.m.
CND
Brisa Gel by CND
Lisa Wong, Educator
Learn how easy it is to create sculpted and overlay nails that last. Get unbeatable shine and durability using Brisa Gel by CND. This high-quality UV sculpting gel combines incredible workability with revolutionary technology that bonds covalently to the natural nail.

3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
OPI
Get State Board Clean with OPI
Doni Horn, Educator
Find out how easy it is to be clean! OPI Spa Complete is the only product your salon needs to both clean and disinfect in one easy step. Hard surfaces, implements, pedicure spas – Spa Complete does it all. With the level of clean Spa Complete provides, you’ll be assured of passing inspection by both state board and your most finicky clients. What you’ll learn: How to efficiently work hospital-grade cleaning into your busy schedule • Why you can charge more for your services by increasing your level of clean!
 
Classes subject to change