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National Tanning Expo | October 24-25, 2022 By Sherron Barden

Gordon offered the Bronze Novice Basic Sunless Certification to many salon operators looking for expert spray-tan training. The Exhibit Floor was also open at 8am for attendees to peruse the many vendors on hand. Leslie Westfall of Studio 636 in O’Fallon, MO was in Nashville to learn and interact with many of the product vendors with whom she does business. “In our industry, there is no better way to grow than to be in a room full of mentors,” Westfall said. “Everyone can learn from someone.” At 8:45, attendees were welcomed with opening remarks by Four Seasons

our Seasons Tanning has long been known for producing and hosting industry events that are both entertaining and beneficial, and this year was no exception! For the last few years, St. Charles, MO has been the venue for the National Tanning Expo; this year, Nashville, TN proved to be a familiar favorite destination for many veteran salon operators. Over 600 attendees flocked to the NTE for a look at the latest in equipment and lotions, to interface with the industry’s expert product vendor reps and fellow salon professionals – and enjoy the excitement of Music City USA!

DAY 1 Looking to “level up” their profession alism, 40 salon operators and staff got up early to get educated with the Sun is Life® Training & Certification class taught by Sun is Life Director, Joe Schuster. Christine Nelson, Owner of Glo Tanning Spa & Salon in Williston, ND and Sun is Life grad, continued her investment in the program at the Expo. “We brought our Salon Manager Jasmine Morrison to get Sun is Life certified,” she stated. “She learned so much from Joe to bring back to our salon.” Four Seasons has been a proud sponsor of Sun is Life and it is a popular offering at their events. “The NTE saw the Sun is Life class numbers soar as

attendees came from across the country to be trained,” Schuster commented. “It is truly a pleasure to teach these people on a face-to-face basis. Proudly, everyone who took the test passed it and will receive a certificate they can display in their facilities.” FS Marketing Manager Sheila Routon was thrilled with the class turnout. “Joe, thank you for all you do to help make Sun is Life Certification a huge success at every event we hold,” she stated. “You do a marvelous job and we hope to see you next year at NTE23!” Also kicking off the first day’s educational opportunities at 8am, Four Seasons Sunless Specialist Megan

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