In just three years, Kacie Johnson evolved from a Glo employee seeking work-life balance to a successful franchisee owner, proving that Glo’s commitment to authentic growth creates genuine opportunities for those who embrace the journey.
When Kacie Johnson first discovered Glo Tanning, she was seeking a steady job in Missouri after relocating for her husband’s career. What she found was something far more transformative. This wellness experience would reshape not only her professional trajectory but her understanding of what it means to truly care for others.
The Foundation: Embracing Excellence from Day One
Kacie’s journey began at the St. Charles, Missouri, location, where she quickly distinguished herself from her peers. While other initial team members found the comprehensive training overwhelming, Kacie thrived on the extensive resources and education Glo provided.
“I’m someone who likes to know everything about everything so that I’m prepared,” Kacie reflects. “I enjoyed the resources. I wanted to learn more, and I wanted to know more.”
This hunger for knowledge became her differentiator. As the only original team member to remain with the company, Kacie’s commitment to continuous learning aligned perfectly with Glo’s core value of Ever Evolving—embracing purposeful growth both as individuals and wellness pioneers.
Discovering Purpose Through Service
Having previously worked at Massage Envy, Kacie brought a unique perspective to the wellness industry. She understood that authentic sales isn’t about pushing products—it’s about providing solutions to real concerns.
“I don’t view sales as selling,” she explains. “I view it as someone coming to us with a problem or issue, and we’re just providing a solution.”
This philosophy resonates deeply with Glo’s approach to personalized wellness experiences. Through Glo’s comprehensive spa profile system, Kacie learned to customize each client’s journey, addressing their specific concerns while enhancing their natural radiance.
Beyond Expectations: The Glo Difference
What sets Glo apart in Kacie’s experience isn’t just the advanced technology or luxurious treatments—it’s the holistic approach to wellness that extends far beyond traditional tanning.
“When people think of Glo, they think of just a tanning salon. There’s so much more that we’re able to offer,” Kacie notes. “Red light therapy helps with skin conditions, but also helps with mood and depression. We’re able to service any kind of clientele.”
Her personal success story with red light therapy for eczema, along with witnessing clients’ transformative results—including a 78-year-old client whose skin dramatically improved in just three weeks—reinforced her belief in Glo’s comprehensive wellness mission.
The Path to Ownership: Recognition and Growth
Kacie’s leadership qualities didn’t go unnoticed. After serving as district manager across four locations and demonstrating exceptional operational expertise, she found herself in conversation with her business partner, Ryan, about ownership opportunities.
What began as a discussion about personal transition became a partnership opportunity. At her two-and-a-half-year mark, having attended Glo’s franchisee program presentation at Glovention, Kacie recognized the potential for long-term growth and financial stability for her family.
“I didn’t want to stay complacent where I was as a district leader,” she shares. “Being able to continue to grow and financially support my family was a huge aspect in that decision.”
Leading with Heart: The Glo Way
Now as a franchisee owner, Kacie embodies Glo’s Heart Forward value—approaching each individual with genuine care and understanding. Her advice for potential team members is simple yet profound: “You have to care about people. That’s something that is either there or it’s not.”
This authentic care translates into exceptional client experiences. Kacie’s team focuses on education, relationship-building, and personalized solutions, creating the sophisticated yet approachable atmosphere that defines the Glo experience.
Innovation and Vision: The Future of Wellness
Kacie sees endless potential in Glo’s innovative approach to wellness. From advanced light therapies to comprehensive skin wellness solutions, she believes Glo is positioning itself at the forefront of industry advancement.
“I think there’s a ton of different light therapies out there that are becoming in the spotlight and becoming more popular,” she observes. “Glo is a place that could take hold of that and continue to expand and educate people.”
Her competitive advantage lies not just in the services offered, but in the knowledge and education her team provides, setting Glo apart from competitors who are still catching up to the comprehensive wellness model.
A Legacy of Empowerment
Today, Kacie continues to pour her knowledge into developing the next generation of Glo leaders. With expansion plans across Missouri and potentially into Alabama, she’s committed to replicating the growth opportunities that transformed her career.
“Anyone can come in and work hard and get there themselves,” she emphasizes, embodying Glo’s belief that transformative self-care creates lasting confidence.
Kacie Johnson’s journey from employee to owner exemplifies what’s possible when authentic passion meets genuine opportunity. Her story proves that at Glo, wellness isn’t just what we provide to clients—it’s the foundation for building meaningful careers and lasting success.
Interested in learning more about franchise opportunities with Glo or careers that could lead to ownership? Visit glotanning.com/franchise or check out current openings at glotanning.com/careers.
