With 35 years of experience, Carla Jones is recognized as a leading industry expert in competition and education around the world. She is an international competition judge; serves as head judge for Nailpro Nail Competitions; cover artist; and her work and writing have been regularly featured in the nail industry’s top trade publications. Carla is a salon owner, retired competition champion and an Education Ambassador for product lines Orly and SpaRitual. Prime industry manufacturers, publishing houses, competition directors and entrepreneurs have sought her expert advice in product development, competition and educational materials, such as training videos, textbooks and educator training programs. In addition, she has taught and mentored nail professionals across the globe. Her most recent endeavor includes facilitation of educational seminars by bringing exceptional global artists to the USA. Carla skillfully balances her salon work with competition judging, travel and teaching to stay on the cutting edge of the nail industry.