PRE CONVENTION WORKSHOPS | APRIL 3
Reserved For Graduates
Advanced NBR® Skills Workshop
Are you a Licensed NBR® Artist?
Are you passionate about learning more of the intricacies of the method?
Are you wanting to get MORE involved in furthering your own education and educating other stylists in the ways of NBR® and BMS®?
This Advanced Skills Workshop is designed for YOU!
Join other graduates who are looking to improve their techniques in analyzing and correcting their own work as well as others.
This is the next step for those who wish to mentor artists currently working their way through the Academy and newly aspiring NBR® artists who haven’t yet joined the tribe! Even after graduating from the Academy, the learning never stops, and this workshop will empower you with a deep dive into updating their skills and techniques.
Attendees will work on live models with various hair types, textures, and densities, learning how to adjust their techniques according to the client’s unique hair characteristics.
Upon completing this workshop you will be invited to lead or co-lead a pod of your own during Academy Convention 2023!
*Pre-work is required but will take a limited amount of time to complete.
CONVENTION DAY 1 | APRIL 4
Day One of the Academy Convention is about to blow your mind!
Starting at step one of the NBR® Process, Color, you’ll start to be immersed in the world of NBR®!
Watch the NBR® Educators share tips and tricks for creating seamless blends and jaw-dropping transformations on our six-stage models.
NBR® doesn’t stop there; for the first time at DKW® Academy Convention, students will dive in with hands-on NBR® Sectioning and Beadwork education.
Learn from our experienced NBR® Educators as you watch live demonstrations and get the chance to practice on your mannequin.
You’ll receive live feedback on your NBR® work, allowing you to perfect your skills and leave this session confident.
But that’s not all! Our Educators will bring you to your power and help you understand the facts of where you are today. With their expert guidance, you’ll clearly understand your strengths and areas for growth.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best and take your skills to the next level.
Get ready to be empowered, inspired, and transformed!
CONVENTION DAY 2 | APRIL 5
Day two of Academy Convention is where the real magic happens!
Get ready to take your skills to the next level as you dive into the world of ISLA® Placement and Color Patterns.
The NBR® Educators will guide you through the stitching process and, of course, the dreaded End Beads, giving you the confidence and knowledge needed to tackle even the most challenging clients!
But that’s not all! The BMS® Education continues with a focus on your purpose. You’ll dive deeper into understanding your purpose and leave the day feeling clear and motivated.
After finishing your power and purpose production maps, you’ll have a clear understanding of your strengths and areas for growth, empowering you to reach your full potential.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the best in the industry and take your skills to the next level.
Day Two of Academy Convention is where you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to excel.
CONVENTION DAY 3 | APRIL 6
Day three of Academy Convention is where you’ll become an unstoppable force! Truly displaying what it means to break the mold.
On this final day of the Convention, you’ll finish your power, purpose, and production maps, arming yourself with the knowledge and understanding to excel both in front of and behind the chair.
The NBR® Educators will take the stage to focus on the finishing touches of any NBR® Transformation, Cut, and Style, completing the six-stage models you’ve been watching the previous two days.
You’ll have the opportunity to see the final transformations and learn from the experts as they share their tips and tricks for achieving the perfect cut and style.
This is your chance to take your skills to the next level and leave Academy Convention feeling empowered and inspired.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn from the best in the industry and gain the knowledge and confidence to excel in your business and personal life!
As we close out the day, the inspiration doesn’t stop!
Get ready for an unforgettable night of celebration at the Convention Soirée!
The night begins with an inspirational opening and graduation ceremony for the newest Licensed NBR® Artist, recognizing their hard work and determination in completing the DKW® Styling Academy.
The Awards Ceremony will be the night’s highlight, where the NBR® Team will honor and recognize the outstanding achievements of our Academy Students and Graduates.
And that’s not all! The NBR® Runway Presentation will showcase the stage models completed during the Academy Convention, allowing you to see the final transformations and be inspired.
But the night doesn’t stop there!
The Convention Soirée will conclude on the dance floor with fun and laughter as the NBR® Tribe celebrates the end of this year’s 2023 Academy Convention.
This is a night you won’t want to miss as we come together to celebrate the achievements of our Graduates and the NBR® Tribe.
