The Ohio Association of Beauticians, (OAB) is a non-profit that exists to elevate, unite and serve the beauty industry and the professionals who improve people’s lives.
We focus on educational advancement, strive for professionalism in performance, seek improved economic opportunities, advance social legislation and work for the welfare o
The Ohio Association of Beauticians, (OAB) is a non-profit that exists to elevate, unite and serve the beauty industry and the professionals who improve people’s lives.
We focus on educational advancement, strive for professionalism in performance, seek improved economic opportunities, advance social legislation and work for the welfare of our industry.
We organize shows, workshops, exciting community-building events, fundraisers, and in-depth training sessions for our members and volunteers.
Meet like minded individuals, save money and make a positive impact on your career. Join our network of beauty industry professionals.
Are you passionate about what we're doing? Let us know! We are always looking for members and volunteers to help us make our vision a reality. We'll help you find ways to get involve, and connect your ta
Meet like minded individuals, save money and make a positive impact on your career. Join our network of beauty industry professionals.
Are you passionate about what we're doing? Let us know! We are always looking for members and volunteers to help us make our vision a reality. We'll help you find ways to get involve, and connect your talents that best suits you. We're excited to have you join our team! We are functioning for the benefit of all licensed professionals.
O.A.B., Inc. is an affiliate of the National Beauty Culturists’ League, Inc.,
Building a progressive and successful business of his/her own while broadening the scope of cosmetology / barber through continued endeavors in the beauty industry.
Benefits designed to help you grow your business. If you own a salon or company and want to provide member benefits to your entire team.
National Beauty Culturists` League, Inc. History Celebrates 100 years in 2019
The National Beauty Culturists` League, Inc. (N.B.C.L.) is the oldest and most prestigious African American beauty trade organization for hair stylists, barbers, nail technicians, esthetician, and hair product companies. N.B.C.L. was formed in 1919 in Philadelphia, PA, by a small group of African American cosmetologists and black beauty products manufacturers. In its 100 years of existence The National Beauty Culturists’ League Inc. has been responsible for pushing the fight for State Regulations of Beauty Culture. Today, there are no states that do not have laws regulating the practice of cosmetology. Higher Education Opportunities: The Institute Of Cosmetology N.B.C.L., Inc. is the only accredited nationally that offers N.B.C.L. members higher degree programs (Professional Bachelor of Arts (P.B.A.), Professional Master of Arts (P.M.A.) and Doctorate of Professional Cosmetology, (DPC) in Cosmetology, Nails and Barbering. Greek Affiliation through the Theta Nu Sigma National Sorority and the Sigma Nu Theta Fraternity \
STATS Salon Together Against Trafficking Sex
Ohio Association of Beauticians, Inc. join in a collaborative effort to STAND, Salon Professionals and community wide event to raise awareness about Human Sex/Labor Trafficking in support of T.H.R.I.V.E.. (Triumphant Humans Rising In Victorious Esteem)
Goal:
Our goal through the annual
THRIVE 5K walk/run is to join together as a community, raise awareness and engage in the fight to prevent and end Human Sex Trafficking.
Proceeds:
Will benefit the local Human Sex Trafficking Direct Service Providers
JOIN US
5K Run/Walk will take place on
Saturday, August 7th, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. at Swan Creek Park Toledo, OH
Become a Sponsor & Register Online
January is Human Trafficking Awareness Month
The Ohio Attorney General’s office lead the initiative for in-person human trafficking training for Ohio's Licensed Salon Professionals to raise awareness to help others:
Recognize, Rethink, Respond, Report, Rescue and Restore those who are, or are at risk of becoming victims of crime.
STATS Salons Together Against Trafficking Sex
Human Trafficking 101: Training for Salon Professionals
FREE CLASS 1 HOUR CEU
Educating Beauty and Barber Professionals in Higher
Politics Beauty and Barber: Engages Beauty and Barber Professionals in the political process to advocate for higher health and safety standards to strengthen the profession and the professional license nationwide.
Concerned Beauty and Barber Professionals (TheCBBP) and Politics Beauty and Barber (PBB) is a 2-1, nationwide organization for Licensed Beauty and Barber Professionals that offers continuing education in health and safety and advocates to strengthen the professional license.
Become a Beauty/Barber Industry Professional (BBIP) Advocate
It's important for every professional to understand the key issues affecting our industry. Becoming a Beauty/Barber Industry Advocate is a great way to be more connected and help keep our industry professional! Get involved with legislation in your state and at the federal level!
Help support legislation that improves the industry and fight bills that threaten deregulation. We are influential when we assemble
TAKE ACTION ON ISSUES AFFECTING OUR INDUSTRY!
Join as an Advocacy Membership
· HB 399 was introduced November 20, 2019 and SB 245, SB 235 HB 374 and most recent HB 673
In seeking your help, updates and links to the House Reps and Senators. You can send your testimonial opposition letters, because we are in this together and we all must do our best and share with others the information given. OAB is just one part of the solution. This legislation is about more than Ohio law. The entire US is watching these bills, knowing if Ohio falls, that will pave the way for reducing cosmetology hours nationally, there are only two other states with 1000 hours.
The Ohio Association of Beauticians, Inc. have united with Industry leaders from and represent one of five beauty/barber industry associations The Ohio Barber and Beauty Alliance, the Ohio Association of Cosmetology Schools, and the National Association of Barber Boards. (OACS) Ohio Association of Cosmetology Schools’ and Politics Beauty and Barber/Concerned Beauty and Barber Professionals. We need to stay strong and be a visible presence with the legislature.
This is the link to Senate committee 33 members: https://www.ohiosenate.gov/committees/transportation-commerce-and-workforce House committee 99 members link below: http://www.ohiohouse.gov/committee/state-and-local-government
Dear Licensed Professional,
As a way of introduction, the Ohio Association of Beauticians, Inc., is pleased to announce that all persons returning a response card, have a $2,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment policy available at no cost. We encourage you to consider membership in the Ohio Association of Beauticians, Inc. but the policy and other benefits shown below, jointly sponsored with American Income Life Insurance Company, are available to you at no cost even if you choose not to join.
Those who return the card or reply online will also receive a Health Services Discount Card for you and your family at no cost that provides household discounts of 10% to 60% on prescriptions, hearing care, vision care/products, and chiropractic care. Optional discount dental is available.
You can also receive Child Safe Kits for your children and grandchildren at no cost. These kits help you gather vital data, photos and fingerprints for authorities in the event of an emergency.
In order to receive the AD&D policy and other no-cost benefits, you must return the enclosed card or reply online at
www.ailife.com/benefits/pgaye.
Sincerely,
Brenda L. Kynard-Holsey, President
An AIL representative will contact you to deliver your policy, provide your no-cost benefits, witness your beneficiary designation and review other supplemental insurance benefits that may be available to you and your family. If you have questions, please call American Income Life Insurance Company at 1-800-495-1213.
John Searles III
Lois Searles
(800) 577-4552
SILK2 Professional cosmetologist
Ohio Association of Beauticians, Inc.
is a non-profit that exists to elevate, unite and serve the beauty industry and the professionals who improve people’s lives.
The O.A.B., Inc, is a non-profit organization, established and functioning for the benefit of all licensed salon professionals.
Cities in Ohio make up the State membership O.A.B, Inc, and each affiliated city is your Local Chapters.
In its 100th year of existence The National Beauty Culturists’ L
eague Inc.
State Legislation Bills
HB 399 / SB 245 / 235
Cosmetology Schools HB 189 / SB 129
Change Cosmetology Licensing law
License HB 189 / SB 129
Change Cosmetology Licensing law
Wages and Labor HB 576 /SB 277
Increase state minimum wage
N.B.C.L.,Inc Executive Board Jan.. 31-Feb.4, 2020 Wash.DC
O.A.B., Inc. Executive Board March 14-15, 2020 Columbus, OH
O.A.B., Inc. Celebrating 85 Years July 11-13, 2020 Columbus, OH
State Beauty and Barber School Competition November 16, 2020
(ALL EVENT CANCELLED AFTER MARCH 15TH DUE TO CORONA VIRUS COVID-19)
WILL ANNOUNCE DATES TO RESUME IN 2021