SAN ANTONIO—The San Antonio chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO) has bestowed the Entrepreneurial Spirit Award upon Tina Zillman, paramedical esthetician and co-owner and director of two Skin Rejuvenation Clinique locations in San Antonio. The award honors and recognizes the valuable contributions being made by women business owners in the San Antonio area, and acknowledges the stamina and personal sacrifices of women to become successful despite obstacles and diversity. This year, seven winners were selected from more than 80 nominees.

Zillman develops skincare products and rejuvenation protocols, and also lectures student and licensed estheticians as national educator for Advanced Rejuvenation Concepts. She donates each year to several charities such as the National Cancer Society.

Founded in 1975, the nonprofit organization NAWBO has 80 chapters across the country, representing nearly 8,000 women business owners.

New Degrees Offered At Florida College

POMPANO BEACH, Fla.—Florida College of Natural Health, a Steiner Education Group member, now offers two associate of science degrees, with concentrations in therapeutic massage and spa training, and therapeutic massage and physical fitness.

“Feedback from industry professionals is that employers must spend too much time and money training therapists in the services that are in demand in top facilities,” says Meredith Levine, Steiner national director of career services. “The new AS degree in massage and spa training and the AS degree in massage and physical fitness will take this burden off the employer.”

The college offers three other associate of science degrees, with concentrations in advanced therapeutic massage, paramedical skincare, and therapeutic massage and skincare.

For more information, call (800) 541-9299 or visit www.steinered.com.

WALTHAM, Mass.—Having outgrown its previous manufacturing space and research and development lab, Aviva Labs, Inc. has moved into a larger new facility in Waltham.

“This exciting move enables Aviva Labs to deepen its production capabilities and meet the rising demands from our customers—now in over 30 countries worldwide,” says Alexander Schechter, Aviva Labs president.

For more information, call (617) 529-2778 or visit www.avivalabs.com.

Edge Systems Taps New Director Of Education, Relocates

SIGNAL HILL, Calif.—Sheri Sallenbach recently was named director of education at the Edge Systems Corp., an aesthetic-device manufacturer. Her new duties include further strengthening of the company’s education force by developing greater esthetician education programs, advanced training on new aesthetic technologies, and educational support for beauty colleges.

Sallenbach has extensive experience with national private labels and well-known beauty colleges. A former spa owner, she has been devoted to professional beauty for more than 20 years.

Also, Edge Systems announces it has moved into a new location in Signal Hill.

The 20,000-square-foot facility combines the plant, sales and marketing, customer service/technical support, and training areas. The company will offer hands-on classes from microdermabrasion to telangiectasia removal at the new facility.

Edge Systems now may be reached at 2277 Redondo Ave., Signal Hill,CA 90755. The new local telephone number is (562) 597-0102, and the new fax is (562) 597-0148. The toll-free number, (800) 603-4996, and e-mail, contact@edgesystem.net, remain the same.

CHICAGO—Sean Patrick’s Salon & Spa has set up a second facility, at 1304 S. Halsted St. The salon/spa is in the newly-developed University Village. The first facility is in La Grange, Ill.

“We wanted to create an environment that simultaneously captured the essence of Chicago’s rich architectural design while delivering on the sophistication and style that our clients have come to expect from us,” says Sean Murray, founder of Sean Patrick’s Salon & Spa.

The 3,000-square-foot full-service salon features 12 styling and eight color stations, as well as state-of-the-art pedicure, shampoo, nail and day-spa facilities.

For more information, call (312) 829-6100 or visit www.spsalonspa.com.

Professional Beauty Association Debuts

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.—This July, members of the Beauty & Barber Supply Institute, American Beauty Association and The Salon Association joined forces to create the Professional Beauty Association (PBA), a nonprofit trade organization representing the professional beauty industry in North America.

For the first time ever, the PBA brings together the distributor, manufacturer and salon/spa communities to advocate for the industry collectively.

Each section—manufacturer, distributor and salon/spa—has a leadership council that represents the unique interests of that community. Each council—Salon and Spa Leadership, Distributor Leadership and Manufacturer Leadership—is comprised of nine members with officers in leadership positions.

PBA also has an overall leadership body called the PBA Governing Council, which consists of nine individuals—three from each membership section—who are appointed by their respective leadership councils. The governing council oversees issues and projects that are of an industry-wide nature.

The PBA serves five core capacities of the industry: education, government advocacy, commerce opportunities, research/statistics and public relations/ image building.The PBA also will produce a number of important industry events in 2005.

For more information, call (800) 468-2274 or visit www.probeautyassociation.org.

HARTSDALE, N.Y.—Enhance Face & Body Spa celebrated its grand re-opening Oct. 8. Since October 2003, the spa has been under new ownership and has been in the development phase of repositioning the spa.

“One of the most significant changes is that we will have a stronger focus on client relationships,” says Bonnie Hagen, co-owner. “We want to build intimate relationships with all of our clients outside the treatment rooms by using a database to record key information about them and recognize them on their birthdays or lifestyle milestones with celebrations, cards, complimentary services, and the like.”

The party was held to announce the spa’s new ownership and showcase new services and treatments. For more information, call (914) 997-8878 or visit www.enhancespa.com.

MESA, Ariz.—PhotoActif has opened new office facilities in Mesa. The new address is 525 W. Southern Ave., Suite 119, Mesa, AZ 85210. The new local phone number is (480) 827-1212, and the new fax is (480) 827-1213. The toll-free number, (866) 236-4746, remains the same.

SunFeather Launches First Affiliate Store

POSTDAM, N.Y.—The SunFeather Natural Soap Co. is expanding into a new retail market with the establishment of owner-operated SunFeather Bath and Beauty retail stores.

The first affiliate store is at the established Good Things for the Bath and Home retail shop in Lake Placid, N.Y., says Sandy Maine, SunFeather founder and owner.

“As we enter one of the busiest seasons for Good Things, we will be able to quickly assess the marketability of our affiliate venture,” she says. For more information, call (315) 265-0404 or visit www.sunsoap.com.

HOUSTON—Farouk Systems, Inc. has donated more than $1 million in hair-care products to fellow hairdressers affected by recent hurricanes. Farouk Shami, founder and chairman of the board of Farouk Systems, invited all of the company’s distributors to help provide additional relief. Farouk Systems matched every purchase made between Sept. 8 and Oct. 8. For more information, visit www.farouk.com.

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.—This holiday season, John Paul Mitchell Systems will donate a portion of proceeds from its holiday gift-set sales to Children’s Hospital Los Angeles.

“We chose Children’s Hospital Los Angeles because they help some of the neediest and most seriously ill children from all over the U.S. and the world,” says John Paul DeJoria, CEO of John Paul Mitchell. “May God bless the children of the world with joy, happiness and the gift of good health this holiday season.”

Founded in 1901, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles is acknowledged across the nation and around the world for its leadership in pediatric and adolescent health. For more information, visit www.chla.org.

LOS ANGELES—Spilo Worldwide recently gave special honors to four of its employees for their exceptional length of service at the company. Marco Higueros, Mauro De Leon, Dwayne Phelps and Joe Gonzales each were recognized for their 15 years of commitment and dedication to the success of the company. Each person received a crystal award clock from Marc Spilo, president of Spilo Worldwide. The announcements were made during Spilo Worldwide’s annual Fourth of July barbeque.

Also, at the company’s national sales meeting, Deborah Kernahan, Spilo director of sales, presented awards to the top achievers for 2003. The Southeast swept the awards. BTB/EMS Sales & Marketing was recognized for the largest sales increase over the previous year, and took top honors for 2003 Rep Group of the Year. Terry Spitzer of BTB/EMS also was awarded individual Sales Rep of the Year for 2003.

The results of the Second Quarter Mehaz and Toolworx Contest also were announced. Mary Dunne (Gerry Udell, Inc.), Eric Dow (BTB/EMS Sales) and Barbara Seacrest (Marc Spilo Sales) exceeded sales goals.

For more information, call (800) 347-7456.

From left: Mary Dunne, Deborah Kernahan, Eric Dow, Barbara Seacrest and Marc Spilo. From left: Gretchen Correia, Terry Spitzer, Deborah Kernahan and Marc Spilo.

Creative Nail Names Employee Of The Year

VISTA, Calif.—T.J. Shafer recently was named Creative Nail Design’s Employee of the Year for 2003. He began with Creative Nail Design in 1998 as a temporary employee in the shipping department. Shafer was promoted to his current position in 2000 as business services coordinator for Southwest and Asia Pacific.

“T.J. displays our shared core values of trust, honesty, respect, integrity, accountability and communication every single day,” says Sherrie Alegria, business services manager. “His hard work ethic never ceases to impress me—always going the extra mile for co-workers and clients alike. He is a joy to have on our team.”

For more information, call (877) CND-NAIL or visit www.creativenaildesign.com.

MIAMI—Sothys USA recently tapped Charles Mizelle as its new national director of corporate development. In his new role, Mizelle primarily will be responsible for further growing the brand’s distribution in national luxury-spa locations, multiple-door spa accounts and destination spas, as well as serving as the main company liaison between Sothys USA’s national spa distribution and the company’s Miami headquarters.

“For many years Charles has done a phenomenal job of representing Sothys regionally,” says Francois Requier, Sothys USA’s general director. “Now, we are confident he will serve as an equally outstanding spokesperson for Sothys on a national level.”

Mizelle has served as regional director for Sothys USA since 1998. He has more than 14 years of management and hands-on esthetic experience, including operations, training and salon ownership.

For more information, visit www.sothys-usa.com.

SPRINGFIELD, Mo.—John Q. Hammons Hotels, Inc. recently announced plans to develop a $2 million, 10,000-square-foot, full-service Spa Botanica at the awardwinning Chateau on the Lake Resort and Convention Center in Branson, Mo.

Spa Botanica construction was slated to begin in October 2004, with a grand opening expected during the second quarter of 2005. Plans for the two-story spa are designed to service resort guests as well as the Branson community.

“Combining the distinguished atmosphere of an exquisite resort with the extraordinary features of a one-of-a-kind spa experience represents our dedication to the pleasure and comfort of every guest,” says John Q. Hammons, founder, chairman and CEO of John Q. Hammons Hotels. “Spa Botanica will set our resort apart as the finest choice for a restful, worry-free getaway in the Ozarks.”

For more information, call (888) 33-LAKE or visit www.chateauonthelakebranson.com.

LOS ANGELES—For the next year, Murad will partner with nonprofit Step Up Women’s Network and its beneficiary, the USC/Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and Hospital, to aid women with ovarian cancer. Murad will donate 20 products each month.

“We hope that our contribution makes a difference in the lives of these women while at the center,” says Dr. Howard Murad, CEO and founder of Murad, Inc. “We strongly believe self-care contributes to one’s dignity and self-respect.”

Founded in 1998, Step Up Women’s Network is a membership organization dedicated to boosting community resources for women and girls. The USC/Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and Hospital is recognized as a National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center.

For more information, call (800) 33-MURAD or visit www.murad.com.

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