HBA Global Expo, New York, said it is seeking speaker proposals for its educational program slated for Sept. 28-30 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York. Leaders in all areas of the health and beauty business, including marketers, product developers, consultants, educators, researchers and manufacturers, are encouraged to submit an application.

HBA said people interested in speaking at this year’s HBA Global Expo event should submit a 150-word description of a proposed topic, along with full contact information and a brief bio that includes previous speaking experience, to Rebecca Fraimow, education program director, at Rebecca.fraimow@ubm.com. For more information, visit www.hbaexpo.com/conference-programs-2009.