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member profile (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 16) As part of its expansion, the day spa's Deer Park location opened in this Victorian-inspired residence in 1995. Creating Opportunities Since hiring her first employees to, today, overseeing more than 52 staff members in both Clear Lake and Deer Park locations, Terry-Lopez’s commitment to education has not faltered. She recently started a program in which the spa offers employees who are not technicians a sponsorship to send them to school for facial, nails or massage, depending on the company’s need. “I love the thought of growing our own,” Terry-Lopez says. “This program goes along with my real job: When people ask what I do, I say I help people grow careers. I teach and give people an opportunity to do what they love to do and live well.” “If you enjoy creating a positive change in someone’s life, start with your own,” she adds. “Embrace your passion and practice living your life as if it were your last day on earth.” Terry-Lopez has come a long way from her first rented 18 PULSE ■ November 2011 spa station, but she makes sure to never forget her own path by keeping the wicker basket footrest close by. “I keep it so I can remember to be humble when a new small spa owner calls to ask for guidance,” she says. Based on the long list of past and present clients and employees whom she’s already helped, it’s clear Terry-Lopez will be more than ready to lend a hand whenever that call comes. ■ RACHEL ZAWILA is the assistant editor of Sommelier Journal magazine in Denver. FASTFACTS According to owner Terry-Lopez, the spa’s retention rate runs about 72 to 75 percent on clients who see only one technician; 87 to 95 percent on those who see multiple technicians. ABOUT THE SPA Spa location: Beyond Beaute Day Spa Deer Park Spa type: Day spa Guest ratio of women vs. men: 80/20 Square footage: 5,600 Number of treatment rooms: 5 facial, 4 massage, 1 wet room Number of full-time spa staff: 20 Method of staff payment/compensation: Technician commission and hourly plus commission for the rest of the staff Percentage of revenue spent on advertising/marketing: Six percent Signature treatments: Ayurveda pedicure, renewal facial, wine and rose body wrap Product lines used: Pevonia and Rhonda Allison Mission statement: We are dedicated to maintaining a culture that is actively focused on helping others achieve a more fulfilled life by creating an environment which promotes joy, wellness, success and longevity for all concerned. Contact details: Beyond Beaute Day Spa 2805 Center St. Deer Park, Texas Web site: beyondbeaute.com