A 26-year industry veteran, Joe has taught certified salon operator training for the last 15 years, as well as advocating indoor tanning in many capacities. Joe is a sought-after speaker and presenter at both national & regional trade events, also interacting with the FDA, state & local regulatory agencies. During his most recent tenure with the ITA, he served as director of membership.
Kelly Gillis traces her start in the tan biz back to 1997 and what she calls a “family affair,” when she joined her brother and mother to open three separate spa facilities near the Athens,... Read more
Teaching accredited indoor tanning certification for years has offered me the opportunity to provide an industry “mantra” to repeat: “For those who weigh the risks and benefits of UV exposur... Read more
Columbus, Ohio. Well, for starters, it’s the home of the Ohio State University Buckeyes, reigning NCAA Division I football champs. Okay, that should get every salon operator in Ohio pumped u... Read more
The Short North Spend a night under the light of the arches! Sip a craft cocktail at Mouton or grab a bite at Rigsby’s Kitchen. In the mood to shop? Check out Grandview Mercantile and Posh P... Read more
The possible predecessor to 2012’s “New Jersey Tan Mom” stepped forward in late spring this year in an apparent attempt to claim the title. Tawny Willoughby, a 27-year-old mother from Kentuc... Read more
It’s as predictable as death and taxes – every spring, the news will be flooded with sensational stories about the dangers of indoor tanning. Another known fact: reporters across the c... Read more
In February, we reported that the Indoor Tanning Association will host its Tanning World Expo on September 25-27, 2015 in Columbus, OH. A convenient venue, Columbus is centrally located for... Read more
For years, the Indoor Tanning Association has worked to “protect your right to tan.” Yet, numerous states have engaged in legislation to ban teens from access to moderate, responsible UV exp... Read more
It’s time we all get on the same page. When we look back, very few of us knew that indoor tanning would become our career. Despite being looked down upon as a novelty, a niche industry and/o... Read more
Just a few years ago, mainstream media covered the Congressional report on the indoor tanning industry. Some of you may remember what the probe uncovered: 1) Nearly all salons (90%) denied t... Read more
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