Crystal McElroy recently joined Dermatude North America as the national educator, sales and account executive for the company to oversee sales, account management, marketing and education for the North American region. McElroy is a licensed clinical and medical aesthetician with a diverse business background in the aesthetics and beauty industry including sales, education, brand management, business development, event logistics, and event management.

Marilyn Monroe™ Spas recently announced the opening of its first several locations and the availability of its exclusive line of Marilyn Monroe Spas’ signature skin care and beauty products. Infusing Marilyn Monroe’s glamorous legacy and engaging personality into three distinct spa and salon concepts, the United States marketplace will now offer Marilyn Monroe Nail Boutiques, Marilyn Monroe Glamour Rooms and Marilyn Monroe Spas.

The Green Spa Network (GSN) announced the appointment of two-term board member, Darren Hickman, founder and president of Szép Élet, the exclusive distributor of ilike organic skin care, as Vice President. Hickman’s new role and passion for environmentalism and conservation, along with the growth of the organic movement, will ensure the implementation of spa greening practices continues to grow.

Natalie Casero was recently named the administrative coordinator for BodySugaringU™ in Williamsville, N.Y. Casero joins the company with a bachelor’s degree in communications and liberal arts from the University of Tampa. Her role as administrative coordinator allows her to showcase her event planning talents while coordinating ongoing education for beauty professionals.

Renu Labs Inc. President Gregg Hanson recently appointed Chi Que Do to the position of head chemist. As a graduate of Arcadia University, Do has been in R&D and compounding at Renu Labs for the past eight years. Hanson describes Do as a perfectionist when it comes to her formulations. Paired with dedication and hard work, she is the perfect candidate for the position.

Alexandria Professional® recently announced that it now has a new Canadian location. As the company’s second BodySugaringU™ (BSU) training facility that offers continuing education to all beauty professionals, the new location will service both Canada and the United States.

Scott Ashworth recently joined Cutera as executive vice president of global sales. He brings 25 years of experience in building and leading global sales and marketing teams focused on commercialization of products, establishing distribution partnerships, and other leadership roles in medical technology companies. Prior to joining Cutera, Ashworth was senior vice president of global sales at Avinger.

Alès Group, USA announced that it has appointed Ryan Sieverson as president and chief executive officer. The appointment of Sieverson, a leading cosmetic executive, signals a renewed focus to drive user experience and sales for one of the world’s most renowned beauty manufacturers, whose brands include PHYTO and PhytoSpecific, Subtil Professional, and Lierac.