SEASONS are members of the Qualatex Balloon Network.The Qualatex Balloon Network is a comprehensive sales and marketing program designed to benefit professional balloon businesses, those companies whose livelihood depends on balloon sales, balloon delivery and balloon decor. The Qualatex Balloon Network was formed by the Pioneer Balloon Company, makers of Qualatex balloons, to promote quality, professionalism and value in the professional balloon industry.
Through constant training and use of only the best quality balloons you can be sure our work is of the highest standard.
The aim of the program is to confirm knowledge and skill. The Qualatex Balloon Network wants to enable retailers, distributors, and the Pioneer Balloon Company to trust a certified retailer with referral business because that certified retailer has demonstrated abilities in an objective and comprehensive way.
Knowledge and skill is required in all three areas of balloon delivery, balloon decorating, and balloon arranging. Additionally, owners and managers of QBN member businesses are required to complete a balloon business test to achieve certification.
There are three "correspondence tests" covering the respective areas of balloon delivery, balloon decorating, balloon arranging, and balloon business
To achieve certification, CBA candidates are required to:
1. Satisfactorily complete a series of exams;
2. Apply knowledge of skills and techniques by designing and building professional balloon deliveries, arrangements, and decor;
3. Demonstrate their understanding of design theories, delivery techniques, and business systems through an oral presentation to a panel of industry leaders.
Participants in the CBA Practical Exams are graded according to their knowledge of theory as well as the application of key design elements. In preparation for the CBA exams, Steve was required to study a series of educational DVDs and written materials produced by Pioneer® Balloon Company, manufacturer of Qualatex® brand balloons and developer of the Qualatex Balloon Network.
The CBA certification process is a key program in the Qualatex Balloon Network, which establishes industry standards and guidelines for balloon professionals. QBN supports balloon retailers through education, business systems, and marketing.
The QBN curriculum focuses on all aspects of the professional balloon industry, including balloon arrangements, deliveries, and decor for social expression, parties, and special events, such as weddings and corporate functions,in venues of any size. QBN also serves as an international resource of ideas and solutions for its members. There are more than 4,000 QBN members worldwide.