Mix & Mingle

It can be isolating just to associate with other green spa owners and enthusiasts. But there's a whole eco-friendly world out there, and even if much of it doesn't share the same infrastructure and focus that your business does, there's a lot to learn. Look in your area for seminars on environmentally sound practices and materials; you never know who you might meet and what unique expertise they can provide.

Plus, check out sustainable trade shows. Many of them are starting to showcase the personal care and beauty perspective. One such example is All Things Organic, which takes place in Chicago June 16-18. While it's staged by the Organic Trade Association (www.ota.com), the Day Spa Association (DSA, www.dayspaassociation.com) will also have a presence there. On Wednesday, June 17, Eric Light of the Strawberry Hill Group and a DSA advisory board member will host a session for spa owners looking to capture the eco-friendly market. DSA will also have a booth in the health and wellness section on the show floor—which will likely contain a number of interesting vendors for those who want to green their facilities.

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PureOlogy (www.pureology.com) founders Cheryl and Jim Markham brought a little style to their cancer-awareness campaign for City of Hope (www.cityofhope.org) this year. The longtime philanthropists and 2009 City of Hope Spirit of Life Award honorees designed a unique t-shirt with the help of www.BehindtheChair.com to raise funds and consciousness for cancer research. More  »

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Dermalogica (www.dermalogica.com) founder Jane Wurwand was among seven women honored by the National Association of Women Business Owners - Los Angeles (NAWBO, www.nawbola.org), for entrepreneurial excellence. The 23rd Annual NAWBO-LA Leadership & Legacy Awards Luncheon last March drew prestigious guests such as City Attorney Rocky Delgadillo, California Assembly Speaker Karen Bass, and NAWBO-LA co-chair Natalie Cole, who opened the afternoon by singing her hit song, "Unforgettable."

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Quotables

"I'm able to perform a men’s back wax in as little as seven or eight minutes. It’s become one of the most profitable services we offer. With tips, I often average more than $200 an hour on this service alone." —Selena Belisle, owner, Spa Newbury), Boston

"During the summer season, we’ve got a bride booked every weekend. It's important to pay attention to the details and customize treatments so they meet each bride’s specific needs.” —Charlotte Hurd, owner, Renaissance Day Spa (www.renaissancedayspa.com), Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania

"Our soldiers have been through a lot, and it's important that the salons and spas we choose [to provide complimentary services to returning armed forces personnel] are relaxing and professional, and—most importantly—have a passion to give back.” —Evangelin Pesci, founder, Military Mission Makeover (www.militarymissionmakeover.com)