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Katy Fisher Michele Musgrove, Editorial Director

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ALPHARETTA SCHOOL SOLE HONOREE FOR EIGHT

“EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION” CATEGORIES

Modern Salon Recognizes Paul Mitchell The School Esani

In Cosmetology School Recognition Program

ALPHARETTA, GA - Today, Paul Mitchell The School Esani hosts a school-wide event in celebration of its 2013 MODERN SALON “Excellence in Education” awards. The “Excellence in Education” competition is an annual program recognizing leadership and best practices among cosmetology schools across North America. Honorees were categorized based on school size or number of locations, with one overall honoree from all applicants named for each category. Paul Mitchell The School Esani was the only school in all of North America to be honored for excellence in all eight categories. Categories include Marketing Innovation, Technology, Placement, Community Involvement, Beauty Changes Lives, Facilities, School Culture, and Advanced Education & Alumni Programs. MODERN SALON Publisher Steve Reiss announced the honorees during the AACS (American Association of Cosmetology Schools) 2013 convention in Las Vegas.

“What makes Esani’s accomplishment so satisfying to me is not only the recognition of the hard work and dedication of our entire team, but more importantly it is an affirmation that we are delivering the quality of education and overall experience which our students deserve,” said Arlene Lyons, Owner of Paul Mitchell The School Esani. “In the end, it is why we do what we do.”

“Based on the volume and caliber of entries received, it is clear there are many wonderful schools doing amazing things to secure a beautiful future for the professional beauty industry,” said Associate Publisher Michele Musgrove. “We will be showcasing many of the applicants’ stories, accomplishments and best practices in our magazines, web sites and e-letters.”

Sharing stories of innovation, inspiration and collaboration from a diverse group of leading schools is an important part of MODERN SALON’s “Excellence in Education” mission, Musgrove explained. “We want to help spread the word about the exceptional work cosmetology schools are doing to help launch beautiful careers. Small schools, large schools, chain schools and single units of chain schools are all represented. We hope the professional salon industry and their communities will join us in celebrating them.”

For more information about MODERN SALON Media, please visit modernsalon.com. For more information about Paul Mitchell the School Esani and admissions opportunities, please visit www.esani.com or contact our Admissions Team, , 678-795-0999 ext. 103.

MODERN SALON Media is a division of Lincolnshire, Illinois-headquartered Vance Publishing Corporation. MODERN SALON Media is the leading publisher of multi-media resources to serve and connect beauty professionals through every stage of their careers.

PAUL MITCHELL THE SCHOOL ESANI is one of the most award-winning cosmetology schools in the U.S. dedicated to preparing students for professional careers in Cosmetology and Esthetics by delivering a 360-degree education in a technology-advanced and fun learning environment.

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WHEN: February 18, 2014, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

WHERE: Paul Mitchell the School Esani, 1003 Mansell Road, Alpharetta, GA 30076

CONTACT: Katy Fisher, , 404-661-4155