melissa

in one word describe your clinics? Welcoming!

how many employees do you currently have? Between the Fargo and Grand Forks locations, 13 plus my husband!

what is something rejuv offers that we might not know about?

Vanquish—permanent fat reduction. It’s amazing! give us an idea of the services you offer at rejuv.

Clinical procedures include Exilis skin tightening, Acne therapy, Vanquish fat reduction, photorejuvenation, fractional resurfacing, Botox, Juvederm and Radiesse injections, laser hair removal, chemical peels, SilkPeel, HydraFacial, DermaFrac, Microdermabrasion, Oxygen Facial therapy, eyebrow threading, eyelash extensions, massage therapy, airbrush tanning, and spa facials. in addition to the many services rejuv offers, what types of products do you carry for purchase?

We carry a variety of skin-care products, including Obagi, SkinMedica, and our own line of organic products. Other popular products are Latisse, Clarisonic, glominerals cosmetics, and our unique gift items!

do you offer these products through the website?

Yes! Our products can be purchased online at www.rejuvclinic.com.

with two clinics, how do you handle owner/clinic director responsibilities?

I have such an amazing team of women working with me—we are a well-oiled machine and I feel very fortunate. I couldn’t do it without them!

do you think there are any misconceptions in the cosmetic industry?

Yes! Sometimes women feel intimidated by clinics like ours—they shouldn’t be. We are 110% unpretentious and love taking care of people no matter what their budget. Our services are for anyone who wants to feel better about the way they look.

where would you like to see rejuv skin & laser clinics in five years?

I could not be happier with where we are right now – we are a very close-knit team. I would like to see us continuing to lead our industry with the newest technology and continue to focus on the wonderful relationships we have with our patients – we consider them a part of our Rejuv family. how would your clients describe you?

Fun, energetic, passionate, committed, knowledgeable. what is the best business mistake you’ve made?

I make mistakes all the time! But I am committed to learning from both my mistakes and successes – and that is the key to long-term success!

what has been the biggest challenge in owning your own business?

Being able to “turn it off”—Rejuv was my first baby BEFORE I had babies and it can be so hard to leave at five and not be constantly checking messages and truly check out…as long as the clinic is open—I am “on.” do you have a least favorite part of the businesses? is there one person in your life who has been a mentor or inspiration to you? what one quality do you think is necessary to be a mompreneur? what is necessary to keep your day running smoothly? what has being your own boss meant for your family? what keeps you motivated? away from the store, what might we find you doing?

Inventory and accounting—that’s why I “hired” my husband after our daughter was born. He is amazing at taking care of all the “behind the scenes” duties that make Rejuv run so smoothly. And it lets me spend my time training my team and with our clients.

Yes! Without a doubt—Pat Staples. I met her many years ago when she was the VP of Marketing at Community First Bank. She believed I could do this when I didn’t believe in myself – I can never thank her enough for her support, advice, and encouragement. I honestly believe Rejuv would not have happened without her!

ENERGY! I would only do this if I could give 110% to both my KIDS and REJUV. And that takes a lot of energy!

Um…a soy vanilla latte. I wish I were kidding, but I’m not!

Flexibility! Before my kids were preschool age, I was able to adjust my schedule to be home with them two days a week, and now that they are older I am able to drop them off and pick them up after school every day. I feel like I have the best of both worlds right now!

Patient feedback. We have an online review system and when I read about our patient experiences it makes me so proud and motivates me to continue to work harder and be the very best at what we do!

I adore getting on the floor and playing with my kids. You will find me playing babies with Isla or hitting the puck around the basement with Max. Growing up I was so much younger than my brother and sister I didn’t have playmates. I feel like this is my second childhood! We have a blast. Once the kids are in bed—you will find me shopping online. Please don’t tell my husband! what is something you admire but would never do? what quote do or can you most relate to? tiny sprout portraits tiny sprout portraits timeless images photography

Scuba dive. I’m terrified. Really. I’m totally chicken.

“A woman is like a tea bag; you never know how strong she is until she gets in hot water.”—Eleanor Roosevelt.