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.
For over a decade, IST magazine has recognized our industry’s best with our Industry Choice Awards. Every year, tanning professionals from all around the globe choose their “favorites” in ca... Read more
Location: Memphis, TN & surrounding area: Barlett, Cordova, Lakeland, Millington, Collierville & Germantown, TN; Olive Branch & Southaven, MS Number of Stores: 12 Years in Busi... Read more
A professionally trained team is your key to success! Start with Sun is Life Training! This month’s Sun is Life Training & Certification topic is salon sanitation – an important topic co... Read more
I have enjoyed many hobbies over the years, but few have created the memories and moments (past and current) that I’ve collected as a hunter. However, I have often found that many people don... Read more
By all accounts, the ITA’s return to trade show production was a great success! The event held from September 25-27 drew nearly 600 attendees who flocked to Columbus, OH for networking, educ... Read more
Location: Puyallup, WA Years in Business: 7.5 Owners: Michelle Norvell & Linda Bushey Staff: 5 (including owners) UV Tanning Units: 8 Lotions: Supre/SunEvolutions, MR International... Read more
It’s a question I have heard from salon owners all over North America from tanners not aware of the possibilities of having a reaction to photosensitizing solutions and medications. Some foo... Read more
Several years ago, I wrote a piece about various “Tanning Myths” of the day. The media and those who attempt to restrict our industry still circulate and publicize many of these old myths, b... Read more
Quick question: What percentage of your tanners wears FDA-compliant eyewear when they tan at your salon? I ask this question every time I teach the Eye Protection section of Sun is Life® Tra... Read more
This month, let’s start off with a quiz. Without using Google to search and find, answer these five questions: 1. In what skin layer does sunburn occur? 2. True or False: UV from a sunbed pe... Read more
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