Cecil Kidd serves as the Executive Director of the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS), the premier association representing beauty and wellness institutions across the country.  Kidd has significant experience as a leader in the areas of association management, postsecondary education, and government relations.

For over 10 years, Kidd served as the executive director of the Florida Association of Postsecondary Schools and Colleges (FAPSC), one of the largest state associations representing tax-paying educational institutions in the country.  Kidd’s experience also includes serving in several operational and leadership roles of private, for-profit, and non-profit institutions,  and as regional director of government relations for the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC).

Myrna Daher provides a wealth of experience in Business Development and Education within the beauty industry. She has represented well-known brands and medical spas. An alumni of Kent State University, who is originally from the Cleveland area, and has been living in Washington, D.C. for nearly a decade. Myrna enjoys spending time with her son, family, and friends. She is also an active tennis player, fluent traveler and foodie!

Kimber Nation serves as Membership and Events Manager for the American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS). Nation has an extensive background in non-profit association management including trade associations, professional societies, charities, and other business groups in healthcare, science, education, and consumer health and safety. She is a member of the American Society of Association Executives and a licensed insurance agent.

Nation is a life-long resident of the DC-area and enjoys travel, local sports, and spending time with family and friends.