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The Nail Excellence Awards bring together the decision-makers of the nail industry: nail techs, salon owners, educators, students, and beauty entrepreneurs—exactly the people who choose what products they stock, recommend, and rave about.

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For the ARTIST. For the CRAFT.
For the CULTURE.

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Schedule of Events

Excellence Expo

9:00 am - 1:00 pm

VIP & Red Carpet Experience

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Cocktail Hour

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Gala

8:00 pm
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A Celebration of Innovation and Artistry

The Nail Excellence Awards brings nail professionals together for elevation and recognition through a red-carpet experience created to uplift, motivate, and honor the extraordinary talent shaping our industry.

This two-part experience pours into both your craft and your future—with immersive opportunities to grow your business, sharpen your skills, and elevate your life—followed by a glamorous awards celebration that shines a spotlight on the artists and leaders moving the industry forward.

Our Mission

To celebrate brilliance, amplify voices, inspire leadership, and unite the industry in a powerful way.

This is where stars rise.
This is where legacies begin.
This is where the nail industry takes center stage.

A day & night to remember

This is a celebration of excellence and legacy, uniting our global community in an unforgettable evening of prestige, purpose, and power.

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About The Nail Excellence Awards

The daytime Excellence Expo brings together wellness, personal growth, business networking, education, live demos, speakers, and innovative brands in one inspiring experience designed for everyone. The evening Gala then honors excellence within the nail industry through an elegant “Oscar-style” celebration of creativity, impact, and achievement.

Event Location

Marriott Owings Mills Metro Centre
10101 Grand Central Avenue, Owings Mills, Maryland 21117

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