The organisers of HBA Global Expo have sealed partnership agreements with two key industry associations in 2009, CEW (Cosmetic Executive Women) and ICMAD (Independent Cosmetic Manufacturers & Distributors).

The associations will participate in HBA’s professional development and educational program.

HBA sponsors the annual CEW Beauty Awards and provides CEW members with beneficial discounts to its programs.

HBA is also a sponsor of ICMAD’s Young Designer Competition that recognizes innovative design talent in personal care packaging. The winners of this year’s competition will be announced on Wednesday night, September 16, 2009 during HBA Global Expo in New York.

HBA Global Expo will take place on September 15-17, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York.