Salon & Spa Professional Association (SSPA)

The Salon & Spa Professional Association (SSPA) is a non-profit organization founded in 1924, dedicated to supporting beauty professionals across the upper Midwest. Serving cosmetologists, estheticians, nail technicians, students, educators, distributors, and manufacturers, SSPA champions the industry through quality education, legislative advocacy, networking, and business solutions. With nearly a century of experience, SSPA offers diverse learning platforms — in-person, virtual, and self-paced online — to help professionals master techniques, build business skills, and advance their careers. Committed to making the beauty industry beautiful and successful, SSPA stands as the collective voice for cosmetology at the Minnesota State Capitol.