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.
A couple of years ago, I had the pleasure of introducing this young man at an industry expo as a presenter. Rarely do you find someone with his type of enthusiasm! Salon Owner Ty Godwin has... Read more
If you were going to create an indoor tanning salon operator training program, what would you call it? I can’t think of a more apropos name for our acclaimed “Sun is Life’’ Certification... Read more
In March, the tanning community was saddened by the unexpected passing of, truly, one of it’s best – Jeff Valaska. Those who knew him well rarely found Jeff in a bad mood. Most of my convers... Read more
Clearly, most folks in the indoor tanning business are fully aware of the risks of overexposure (not just EXPOSURE) and sunburn from UV rays, primarily from the sun. But then again, so is mo... Read more
I recently enjoyed a great phone chat with Deidra Wood, a relatively new salon operator in the Lone Star State. We didn’t discuss which SEC football team was better – my UGA Dawgs against he... Read more
When it comes to bringing your salon team up-to-speed with the latest and most comprehensive factual information on UV light, the tanning process and how to create a professional salon envir... Read more
With a lot of time being spent at home in these continuing COVID days, I enjoy watching some of the classic, old school movies. “It Happens Every Spring” is one such flick. Released in 1949,... Read more
Owner: Paul Abdullah Location: Jacksonville, FL Website: fourseasonstan.info Years in Business: 25 Staff: 8 UV Tanning Units: 7 Lotions: Designer Skin, Cal-Tan, JWOWW Salon Software:... Read more
If you laid out $1 bills end-to-end, on the main road through your town or city, how far would it go? How far would $54.7 billion wrap around the earth if laid out in $1 bills? Well, I don’t... Read more
If you’ve been in the tanning industry for any length of time, you know that once we welcome a new year, the advent of another prime-time season is just around the corner. Once considered a... Read more
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