Online Exclusive: Fill Out The 2007 Top 250 Salons Surveys Via The Web
PHOENIX—LOOKING FIT® provides salon operators with another technological
advancement—the ability to enter their 2007 Top 250 Salons surveys online.
That’s right—no mailing or faxing forms or worries that your submission was
lost in the mail. (You still have the option of filling the form in and mailing
it.) Salons can access the secure site at www.lookingfit.com
and then click on
the “2007 Top 250 Salons” flashing button. The secure site allows salon
operators to register, choose a login name and password. This allows salons to
fill out the form (forms if there are multiple salons) and submit the entry
online. The site also allows salons to amend information if it changes before
the Nov. 3, 2006 deadline.
This new tool allows salons to enter the Top 250 Salons survey any time of the day from anywhere in the world. It’s just another service LOOKING FIT is providing salons to keep them up on the latest technologies to help business grow.
The 2007 Top 250 Salons issue will be published in a special Feb. 15 issue of LOOKING FIT magazine. To be considered, salons must fill out a comprehensive survey about their businesses and return it to LOOKING FIT no later than Nov. 3, 2006. Operators of multiple salons must fill out a separate entry for each location. Salons are considered individually to allow for a broad spectrum of factors, including the level of business in light of the size and type of salon. Eligible salons must be in business for one year by Nov. 3, 2006. Staff also will review surveys for new salon innovations.
For more information about the Top 250 Salons listing, contact Janet McCombs at (480) 990-1101 ext. 1603, or e-mail her at jmccombs@vpico.com.
AG’s Train-The-Trainer Program Makes The Grade
INDIANAPOLIS—Australian Gold® Inc.’s 2006 Train-the-Trainer Program, held at the company’s headquarters throughout the year, has been generating positive feedback. The program provides training for professionals in the indoor tanning industry including in-depth product and program knowledge and tools to increase retention. The training is intended to be integrated into the attendees own training programs.
For more information, contact Scott Eggers at (800) 633-0069, ext. 2209 or seggers@australiangold.com.
Philips Gives Away World Cup Tickets
EINDHOVEN, The Netherlands—As an official sponsor of the 2006 FIFA World Cup in Germany, Philips awarded a prize of a pair of FIFA World Cup tickets to a salon owner from Welcome Sun in Rosdalben for participating in a questionnaire survey at the Philips booth on the Solaria show last October.
Philips has been a sponsor of the international sporting event since 1986 and believes that soccer makes life more fun, just like Philips tanning lamps. For more information, visit www.cleotanning.com or call (800) 437-2202, ext. 3933.
Designer Skin Provides Updates On Diversion Duel
TEMPE, Ariz.—Designer Skin provides monthly updates detailing its efforts to eliminate unauthorized lotion sales. The company is committed to combating product diversion at every level to protect salons, consumers and its integrity as a lotion manufacturer.
For more information, visit www.designerskin.com and read monthly updates on how unauthorized lotion sales are being countered.
MagicTan Webcast A Success
SOLON, Ohio—Industry professionals nationwide logged on to www.magictancorp.com to take part in MagicTan’s first Webcast on July 17. The audio visual presentation included news of the product launch for VersaSpa™, a new automatic treatment spa, and a complementary line of therapeutic skin solutions.
“We were completely thrilled with the high turnout and the overwhelming interest in the drawing for the Free VersaSpa unit,” says Nick Mastandrea, COO of MagicTan.
For more information, call (888) 974-9977 or visit www.magictancorp.com.
LOOKING FIT® Hosts First Webinar
PHOENIX—On June 5 LOOKING FIT® hosted its first-ever live Webinar, “How To Compete In A Changing Market And Increase Your Bottom Line.” Guest speakers Judie Bizzozero of LOOKING FIT Magazine and Jerry Deveney of SunForce Marketing, Inc. presented the free hour-long event via remote Webcast. While time ran out during the Q&A portion, salon operators can e-mail any questions to Amy Thorlin at athorlin@vpico.com. The questions will be forwarded to Deveney or Bizzozero to be answered.
LOOKING FIT enjoyed positive feedback from event participants and looks forward to providing future Webinars for the indoor tanning industry.
LOOKING FIT thanks the event sponsors—Aloe Rain,Interactive Designs, Inc./SunTouch/SalonTouch, Interlectric Corporation, Insurtec and NTTI—for making this event a reality.
The Webinar can be viewed on-demand at http://www.lookingfit.com/webinars/calendar_webinars.asp/view/archive
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N.J. Senate Passes AB 2936
TRENTON, N.J.—The New Jersey Senate passed Assembly Bill 2936 by a 30-0 vote on June 19. The bill seeks to institute statewide tanning salon restrictions for tanning salons and customers. AB 2936 was substituted for Senate Bill 1225, an identical bill. The bill has been sent to Gov. John Corzine to veto or sign in to law.
The bill seeks to prohibit minors under age 14 from using tanning facilities, and prohibit minors between ages 14 and 18 from using tanning facilities without the written authorization of a parent or legal guardian. The prohibition does not apply to emancipated minors.
New Jersey currently does not have an age restriction for using tanning facilities. The law also would require that a tanning facility operator conspicuously post a sign in the reception area stating: “PERSONS UNDER AGE 14 SHALL NOT BE PERMITTED TO USE THIS TANNING FACILITY. PERSONS BETWEEN 14 AND 18 YEARS OF AGE SHALL NOT BE PERMITTED TO USE THIS TANNING FACILITY WITHOUT WRITTEN AUTHORIZATION OF A PARENT OR LEGAL GUARDIAN.”
Penalties for violating the provisions of this law would be the same as for other violations of N.J.S.A.26:2D-81 et seq.,—$100 for the first offense and $200 for each subsequent offense.
The law also would include technical amendments to update references to the Department of Health and Senior Services resulting from the Governor’s Reorganization Plan No. 001-1996, and reference to the “Penalty Enforcement Law of 1999.”
For more information on these bills or for a list of the bills’ sponsors, visit http://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Default.asp, or for a complete listing of Legislative hotline numbers visit http://tanningtraining.com/reginfo/numbers.html.
Twilight Teeth Provides A Free Lunch
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Twilight Teeth contributed to a summer lunch program for impoverished, inner-city families in Sanford, Fla. through the Central Florida Dream Center, Inc. The organization also provides after-school tutoring, parenting classes, job training and more.
For more information about contributing to the Central Florida Dream Center, call (407) 302-0880 or visit www.cfdreamcenter.org.
Designer Skin Offers Product Chart For Tingles
TEMPE, Ariz.—Designer Skin™’s new Sizzle Chart shows the level of heat in its range of tingle products. To view the chart online, visit the company’s Web site at www.designerskin.com and click “Product Comparison Chart.”
For more information, call (877) 756-3337.
Interactive Designs To Host August NTTI Certifications
ALPHARETTA, Ga.—Interactive Designs, Inc., creators of SunTouch and SalonTouch salon management software, will host two NTTI Basic Certification courses in Florida during August. Trainings will be held Aug. 25 at the Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key in Clearwater, Fla. and Aug. 26 at the Doubletree Castle Hotel in Orlando, Fla.
Amy Thorlin, training director for the National Tanning Training Institute, will conduct the courses that run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The courses will cover the basic science of tanning, including the anatomy and physiology of the skin, physics of UV, the tanning process, exposure schedules, photosensitivity and equipment maintenance. Each participant in the trainings will receive the NTTI training manual and certificate, upon completion of a test with a passing grade.
Interactive Designs will hold SunTouch and SalonTouch demonstrations during both events.
For more information, contact Amy Nelson at (877) 725-6686, ext. 155.
JA Donates $10,000 For Charity
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.—John Abatè International™ donated $10,000 in products and services to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation’s 8th Annual Fashion Art Ball held April 29 at Casa Casuarina, a private club in South Beach, Fla. The event included cocktails, food, a fashion show, an art show, and a silent auction that took in more than $140,000.
“JA is known for having brought glamour and fun to the industry,” says John Abatè, company owner. “This charity event represents the type of sophisticated venue that reflects our company tradition. I consider it an honor and an obligation to represent the tanning industry on such occasions.”
JA contributed premium, all-natural tanning and skincare products as well as complimentary and discounted tanning sessions through its South Florida salons for the attendee gift bags.
“JA is known for the high standards of its products and its people,” says Traci Allyn Shur, executive director at the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation for the Florida chapter, South Florida office.
From left to right: JA’s Richard Rubin and CFF’s Traci Allyn Shur join Lenore Cardinale and Bill Wrabuitza (co-owners, Tanrific Tanning Studio, Boca Raton) with the goody bag created for the 2006 FAB at the Versace Mansion.
Fiesta Sun’s Naked Man Takes The Plunge
SUNRISE, Fla.—The adventures of the Fiesta Sun Naked Man magnet doll took to the sky when Pat Hill, the owner of The Tanning Experience in Fayetteville, N.C. fulfilled her dream of skydiving on her birthday and took her Naked Man along for moral support.
“When I told my instructor that I was going to jump with a Naked Man he was a bit taken aback,” says Hill. “Once he saw the doll he really got into the spirit and made sure the photographer took lots of pictures.”
Fiesta Sun offered congratulations to Hill for fulfilling her lifelong dream of skydiving and thanked her for allowing Naked Man and the company to share in her experience.
To view photos of the skydive and many of the other adventures of the Fiesta Sun Naked Man, or to share your own Naked Man story, visit www.performancebrands.com.
MTV’s
The
Real World Stars Promote
Mystic Tan, Planet Tan Event
FARMERS BRANCH, Texas—Zach and Jose from MTV’s “The Real World: Key West” were on hand June 15 for a promotional event with Mystic Tan, in conjunction with Planet Tan. The reality series celebrities were available to sign autographs for fans, work behind the counter, and promote the Authentic Mystic Tan Experience at three Planet Tan locations in the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas area.
For more information, contact (877) 668-8826 or visit www.mystictan.com.
Eye Pro Provides 24/7 Online Training
FORT WAYNE, Ind.—Eye Pro, Inc. recently launched an educational online training program providing access to important eye health training anytime, anywhere.
The 30-minute pre-recorded instruction, presented by an Eye Pro specialist, educates about vision damage caused by overexposure to UV light and suggests techniques for promoting eyewear sales.
“We have several salon owners who like our program so well they’re making it a training requirement for all new staff,” says Brenda Fishbaugh, Eye Pro president. “Owners love that we’ve taken the extra step to produce a pre-recorded program so all employees can receive training based on their schedules and become eyewear experts.”
The presentation can be accessed at eyepro.net by clicking on “Free online training.” Free goodies are given to attendees. Live training sessions also are regularly scheduled.
For more information, visit www.eyepro.net or call (800) 726-8322.
People On The Move
Four Seasons (Paris, Tenn.) adds another member to its “Brewster the
Rooster” Hall of Fame. Each month a new photograph is added to the collection
of pictures displayed on the lobby’s wall. Congratulations to Ty
Flowers who was the June
winner. Employees receiving the award exemplify a commitment to excellence by
reflecting a team spirit and a positive attitude. These employees demonstrate a
loyal commitment to salon owners and Four Seasons as they continue to go beyond
the call of duty to assist fellow coworkers and salon clientele. (800)
325-2769
Sun Capsule (Wakefield, Mass.) recently hired Roxanne Ross as its new director of marketing. Ross has been involved in the indoor tanning industry as a salon owner and consultant for more than a decade. Her expertise includes a broad range of marketing activities including strategic planning, organizational development, client management, sales and marketing training and support. “I look forward to helping strengthen and enhance both Sun Capsule’s position in the market and their client’s vertical tanning success,” she says. (800) 272-8267
Performance Brands (Sunrise, Fla.) announces the addition of Maggie Christ as its national education director. Christ comes to the company with more than eight years of indoor tanning lotion sales experience. Her responsibilities include sales and product training at many levels. Currently, she has assisted with trade shows and salon outreach. “We are very excited that Maggie has joined our team,” says Brandon Cardinal, vice president of Performance Brands. “I feel her industry experience and personality will provide us with a unique opportunity in expanding our customer support and education programs in the future.” (800) 555-8895
Congratulations to
David
Graham, salon consultant for
Future Industries (Stratford, Conn.), and his wife on the birth of their fourth
child, Amai Graham on
June 16. David has been with Future Industries since February 2003 and relocated to
the Philadelphia area from California last year. He is an equipment sales
representative specializing in the Dr. Müller bed line. (800)
346-3126
David Valia, Ph.D recently joined Creative Nail Design (Vista, Calif.) as the new director of research and development, where his extensive and impressive experience is expected to greatly improve the world-leading R &D team. Valia is a highly respected scientist with a Ph.D in Polymer Science and Engineering from Lehigh University, and has a distinguished career with more than 15 years of technical experience in the field of advanced polymer development. He has worked for several well-known companies including General Dynamics, Pilkington Barnes Hind and Callaway. (877) 263-6245
Lucas Products
Corporation (Toledo, Ohio) congratulates Jenny
Venia on her recently promotion
to supervisor of tanning and shipping. Venia started working at Lucas in
September 2000 as a general production employee and learned every aspect of
plant operations over the past six years. (877)
582-2765
Creative Nail Design (Vista, Calif.) announces a number of company awards. Yelena Klinova, international business services supervisor, was named 2005 Employee of the Year. Thong Vu, chemist, received the 2005 Manager of the Year Award. Creative Nail Design shows its appreciation to the Employee and Manager of the Year with special bonuses, designated prime parking spaces and honorary plaques. (877) 263-6245
T.W. Tan (St. Cloud,
Minn.) announces that Kimma
Smith, John
Geyen and Amy
Lappegaard have been promoted to account managers. Smith, Geyen and Lappegaard are valuable assets to the
T.W. Tan team and their
dedication to customers is a great asset to the company. The trio will continue
to fulfill salon inventory’s needs, support salon promotional events and
educate the salon’s employees with today’s newest sales techniques. (800)
989-8267
Growth & Development
Shopping just got easier at American Sun Systems, Inc. (Greensboro, N.C.) thanks to its newly renovated Web site. The site, www.americansunsystems.com, features the hottest Ergoline, Soltron and Sundash tanning equipment and promotions, as well as the latest lotion specials and up-to-the-minute company and industry info. (800) 537-9113
Heartland Tanning, Inc. (Lee’s Summit, Mo.) has partnered with Beckman Company of Germany, a leading manufacturer of high quality digital music systems for tanning salons. Heartland has been named the sole U.S. distributor for Beckman. The unique digital-music system allows the salon consumer and the salon owner a wide variety of choices. Each room can be controlled remotely with their choices of preset station, CDs, volume level and more. Salon owners can communicate with each room through the system’s intercom features and pipe in customized advertisements. (800) 554-8268
Global Sun Light (Jonesboro, Ark.) recently unveiled its new Web site, www.globalsunlight.com. According to Dan Shine, managing director of Global Sun Light, the new site has been completely reworked to provide superior information about Global Sun Light’s products, sales promotions, employees, corporate news and tanning industry links. The site is packed with more information and also has been modernized to make navigating easier and more intuitive. Visitors can find what they are looking for quickly as well as discover things about tanning they may not have known. The site is organized into four distinct areas: Company, which features key corporate information including a Global Sun Light’s history, employees and mission statement; Lamps, which displays the varieties of tanning lamps supplied as well as lamp equivalencies; News, which shows press releases and current sales promotions; and Contact, which provides links to relevant tanning sites, a map and other contact information. (877) 786-5267
Devoted Creations (Oldsmar, Fla.) launched its new Web site, www.devotedcreations.com, to allow easier navigation and greater access to information about products and online training. Lewis Henry, the company president, says salon owners can download rebate and promotional forms while they print product sales guides for new employees. The site also features all corporate news updates and monthly specials. The company is offering free samples to online visitors, this month. (800) 488-5524
AUVL (Stratford, Conn.) recently released a new Web site highlighting its vast selection of lamp choices. The site, www.auvl.com, was created to educate consumers about the tanning process, why there are so many types of tanning lamps, high-pressure vs. low-pressure lamps and more. Made in Essen, Germany, the AUVL brand of lamps has become known for its superior performance in Original Dr. Müller tanning systems as well as other equipment. (800) 346-3126
