Type Of Business:
Salon and day spa
Expertise:
Nail care; Customer service; Development; Management of the operations of the business; Payroll; Employee relations; Marketing
Major Product/SVS:
Hair and beauty services
Hobbies/Sports:
Reading about history; Gardening; Yard work; Playing tennis and racquetball
Education Degrees:
Beauty School and Continuing Educational Classes; Diploma, High School
Children's Names:
One daughter; One son
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of her career was being asked to speak at McMurry University about how she started her business and receiving at standing ovation.
Charity:
The Boys Ranch; St. Jude Children's Research Hospital; West Texas Rehab; Philharmonic; Junior League of Abilene; Former Girl Scout Leader; Former Softball Coach
Number Of Years In Profession:
48
Number Of Years In Current Position:
2
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her dreams, goals, hard work, dedication and customer service skills.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession because it was of interest to her and she is a real people person.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing the daily operations of her business, including inventory, purchasing, renting stations, scheduling and customer service; Providing skin care treatment, massage therapy, and nail and hair care
Education Certifications:
Cosmetology, Isabelle Beauty School, San Antonio, TX (1963)
Awards/Honors:
Sterling Registry for Outstanding Professional Achievement and Contributions to the Community (2011-2014); Premier Registry of Outstanding Professionals Who's Who (2011-2012); Prestigious National Honor Society (2011); Premier Who's Who Registries (2010-2011); Best Nail Technician Runner-Up (2004, 2006, 2008, 2011); Strathmore's Who's Who for Professional Achievement (2008); Award, National Association of Professional Women Executives (2007-2008); Reader's Choice Gold Award for Salon of the Year (2004); Reader's Choice Gold Award for Best Nail Technician of the Year (1998); Nail Technician of the Year, Remington Registry
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Nelson hopes for continued growth.