From Spa Owner to Branding Powerhouse: Debbie Menke's Journey of Reinvention and Success

Inspiring Journeys: Conversations For Women Over 50

Discover the inspiring journey of Debbie Menke, who turned her dreams into reality by founding Spa-Dee-Dah, a day spa in rural Iowa, from an old paint store. Join me, Lauri Wakefield, as Debbie shares how she created a sensory-rich environment and rose to become the national sales manager for Jane Iredale Cosmetics, leading a team of 70 women with her passion for resonant spaces.
Debbie’s story is one of adaptability and growth, transitioning from the aesthetics industry to finance to empower women with financial knowledge. Her successful tenure at Edward Jones and authorship of a financial literacy book highlight her commitment to continuous learning. Despite her success in finance, her passion for aesthetics drew her back, illustrating her relentless pursuit of fulfilling work.
In the final chapter, we explore Debbie's creative endeavors, including her book "Brand Edit AI," which guides professionals in the aesthetics industry on leveraging AI to refresh their brands. Her marketing agency, BrandEditai, offers innovative strategies for business enhancement. Tune in for Debbie's insights on brand identity, creative collaboration, and the synergy between human design types, providing valuable knowledge for aligning brands with their core essence.
Debbie's Bio: Deb Menke is your trailblazing, go-to creative powerhouse and AI-loving sales maven with a knack for helping med spa owners and aesthetic entrepreneurs find their glow. With years in the industry (and the platinum hair to prove it), Deb’s all about blending smart strategies with good vibes to ensure your brand stands out.
As the host of BrandEdit.ai, Deb’s mission is to keep things fun, fresh, and full of AI magic. She believes business should feel more like a creative brainstorm than a stiff meeting. You can count on her to dish out real talk and killer tips that are easy to understand and even easier to put into action.
If you’re here to refresh your brand, get your social media popping, or work a little AI magic into your business, Deb’s ready to show you how—all while keeping things light and fun.
Get in Touch with Debbie
Website: brandedit.ai
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Download Debbie's Free Branding Guide Here!
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