News Archive for June, 2016

In 2013, Ken Novak and Manuel de Silva were frequent tanners that loved making their way to the local salon. The positive atmosphere, personal relationship with the owner and relaxed feeling they received after tanning always made their days a …

By Grant Miller, salon consultant

Just a few days ago I did some consulting with a couple who just one year ago bought a salon that has been in business for 27 years. Sometimes when I do these consults they …

By Rich Kizer and Georganne Bender

A man named Nick has jut landed a job selling vacuum cleaners door-to-door. Starting as a trainee, Nick goes through the usual sales training exercises and activities. The last two days of training involve …

The Sunlight Research Forum – a non-profit organization promoting the benefits of regular, moderate sun exposure based in The Netherlands – issued a press statement back in 2011 urging the public to understand the value of building a base tan …

Justin Flom is kicking off Smart Tan Nashville 2016 as our keynote speaker! He’s a talented and successful entrepreneur who also happens to be one of the world’s most sought after magicians. Join us October 7-9 for the world’s largest …

By Brandon Cardinal, Norvell

As salons across the country see a steady increase with their spray tanning clients, we continue to pose the question, “How do we continue to grow our sunless business?” It’s a valid question and one that …

In a SmartTan.com poll, more than half of salons said the aspect of the annual Smart Tan Nashville convention they enjoy most is the educational seminars.

“We go every year,” says Lori Angstadt of Baja Beach Tanning Club. “We love …

California Tan® partnered with Major League Baseball star Cole Hamels to take a swing at global education. The Hamels Foundation, founded by Cole and his wife Heidi, is dedicated to enriching the lives of children through the power of education …