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After graduating from Aesthetics in 2003, I developed a strong interest in the medical aspect of the industry. I started working as an intern at Surface Medical Spas in Layton, Utah. After one month I was hired full time eventually becoming manager of the spa. I realized my passion for teaching and decided to become an instructor. I took up this role in the evenings while my husband pursued his graduate studies. Eventually, we had to relocate, and I started working at an Aveda salon where I gained knowledge about a more holistic approach to skincare. Upon my husband's graduation, we moved to Burlington, Iowa, and this is where my entrepreneurial journey began.
I started my business by partnering with a friend and sharing a space - she as a massage therapist and me as an aesthetician. My business quickly gained success and ignited my passion again for more education. I began investing in learning branding, marketing, and the overall growth of a business.
As my business continued to grow, although daunting, I started hiring my staff.
I was determined to become the best leader I could be. I invested countless hours into learning about leadership and how to nurture the growth of others.
My dedication paid off as my company flourished, leading me to renovate a 4000 square-foot building with a downtown grant. Consequently, my med spa became one of the most profitable in the industry, consistently generating a 24% annual profit for several years (way above the national average).
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Hi! I'm Kari
Eventually, I made the decision to sell my company and was able to retire at the age of 38. Reflecting on my journey, I am proud of my accomplishments and the obstacles I overcame. I believe that continuous education and a passion for growth were instrumental in my success. Today, I look forward to sharing my experiences, strategies and procedures with others and help them achieve their own entrepreneurial dreams. I believe it's important to work with someone who has the same core values as you, here are mine! – Family comes first. Period. – God is in everything I do. – I don’t do things for the money… It has to bring me extreme joy. – Mornings are my inspiration time - I make hard boundaries to be present with my family in the afternoons. – I believe teamwork is the only way to success. – My failures are my BIGGEST wins. I love ALL of them. – I am quick to forgive if you’re quick to own your part. – I Believe in being a mom first before being an entrepreneur. – I love to learn. In fact I am addicted to learning, so I do it everyday .
