Parker County Today December 2015 | Page 63

PTC: What services does Island Spa Retreat & Boutique offer?  CS: We offer ashiatsu, deep tissue, hot rocks, bamboo, prenatal and outcall massages. We also offer personal shopping.   We have clothing by different designers and we also sell candles by Blu Capri. The line of clothing is also sold at the Havens Spa in Weatherford.   PCT: Where would you like the business to be in five years?  CS: In the future we are hoping to expand  the business in different locations as a total wellness center.   PCT: What inspired you want to open Island Spa Retreat & Boutique?  CS: I wanted to become independent and help others in a holistic way and to be of service to others.   PCT: What is something interesting about yourself that others might not know?  CS: The massages are offered using a different type of technique that few massage therapists are doing in the Metroplex. The boutique carries a different clothing line that you may not find in retail stores.   PCT: If you weren’t operating Island Spa Retreat & Bou tique what would you be doing?  CS: We would be working in the medical field helping others.   PCT: What do you like to do in your spare time? CS: I like gardening, helping rescue animals and fishing; Cindy likes to spend time with her grandchildren and travel.   PCT: Do you have any advice to others who are thinking about starting a business?  CS: Make sure you have money and are passionate about what you are doing. Cost Effective Solutions Short-Term Cash Flow Quick Approval Process Senior Partner Interface is the leading alternative funding source for small business ... Since 1972 Office: 817-757-7764 | 888-617-7775 | Cell: 817-480-5224 www.interfacefinancial.com/bedinger | [email protected] DECEMBER 2015 PA R K E R C O U N T Y T O D AY THE INTERFACE FINANCIAL GROUP Our innovative invoice financing program is a cost-effective way to maximize your company’s cash flow potential. Mitch Bedinger 61