Business View Magazine | October 2020

185 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE OCTOBER 2020 MassageL ESCAPE AND RELAX E ase of stress, tension relief, improved immune system, and pain management are just a few of the many advantages gained with a continuous massage regimen. MassageLuXe, with franchise locations across the U.S., offers its members standard and specialty massages, facials, aromatherapy, foot scrubs, waxing, and more, within a luxurious environment for the best in relaxation and modern beauty treatments. Recently, Business View Magazine spoke with Sean Rentchler, MassageLuXe’s Director of Franchise Development, and Chief Growth Officer, Kristen Pechacek to find out more about this thriving franchise and its plans for future growth and development. The following is an edited transcript of that conversation. BVM: Can you talk about how MassageLuXe came into being? Rentchler: “We were founded in 2007 here in St. Louis, Missouri. We started with a purpose: to encourage the health and wellbeing of our customers to improve their quality of life. Our spas are luxurious and immaculately maintained, and our people welcome and make you feel at ease the moment you walk into the door. We found a better way to offer massage and facial services with luxury at an affordable price. “Our first location was in Rockhill, Missouri. Just like when you start any new business, there is a learning curve. We continued to learn within the industry and moved forward with brand growth by opening a second location in Kirkwood, Missouri.