NAILPRO Competition head judge Carla Collier shares tips, techniques and words of wisdom for novice and veteran competitors alike.

With 26 years of experience, Carla Collier is recognized as a leading industry expert in competition and education around the world. She is an international competition judge; a head judge for NAILPRO Competitions; cover artist; and her work and writing is regularly featured in the nail industry's top trade publications. Carla is a former salon owner, retired competition champion and former products educator. 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. Carla skillfully balances her salon work with competition judging, travel and teaching to stay on the cutting edge of the nail industry.