The ITA is pleased to announce that four industry leaders have recently joined the Board of Directors.
• Gene Czako: Senior Executive, Light Sources – Orange, CT
• Todd Earnhart: Founder/Owner, Glo Sun Spa – Houston, TX
• Tom Holland: President/CEO, Sun Capsule – North Andover, MA
• Zach Neugebauer: Vice President, Year Round Brown – Sioux Falls, SD
From manufacturing to retail and technical expertise, each of the new directors comes from different backgrounds and brings unique skills and perspectives to the ITA Board. Please welcome these outstanding businessmen who will be giving of their time to serve the industry.
State Issues
In spite of the industry’s best efforts to compromise with state elected officials, our detractors continue to use state legislatures as a tool to place additional restrictions on your businesses. This year, the ITA is serving as a repository for info about developments in the state capitals and helping to mobilize local businesses to fight these efforts.
In January alone, 18 separate bills have been introduced in 13 states, all of which are aimed at implementing age restrictions. If you want to get involved in your state or need additional info, email admin@theita.com. For the most recent legislation info, visit theita.com .
Here is a list of the pending bills through January:
| State | Bill Number | Provision |
| Arizona | HB2493 | Under – 18 Ban |
| Florida | S376 | Under – 18 Ban |
| Iowa | S40 | Under – 18 Ban |
| Iowa | SBB1038 | Under – 18 Ban |
| Maine | SP57 | Under – 18 Ban |
| Maryland | HB56 | Under – 18 Ban |
| Maryland | S152 | Under – 18 Ban |
| Massachusetts | SD1565 | Under – 18 Ban |
| Mississippi | S.2042 | Under – 18 Ban |
| Mississippi | H673 | Under – 18 Ban |
| Montana | H130 | Parental Consent |
| Montana | SB125 | Under – 18 Ban |
| New Hampshire | H136 | Under – 18 Ban |
| Oklahoma | SB508 | Under – 18 Ban |
| Oklahoma | HB1471 | Under – 18 Ban |
| South Dakota | HB1166 | Under – 18 Ban |
| Virginia | SB479 | Under – 15 Ban, Parental Consent |
Executive Director’s Message
Be sure and mark September 25th-27th on your calendars and make plans to join us at Ohio’s Greater Columbus Convention Center for the 2015 Tanning World Expo!
We are planning an exciting opening night party for Friday night with the show floor open throughout the day on Saturday and Sunday. There are a number of outstanding hotels connected to the convention hall, and the ITA has reserved a large room block at the Hyatt and Crown Plaza. Contact these hotels today to reserve a room at a discounted rate or visit theita.com for links and information.
We will have salon operator training, new products and there will be a lively assortment of afterhours fun! Don’t miss out!
There will be special rates for ITA members, both exhibitors and attendees, so join the ITA today. And remember, all profits from the show will be used on programs to promote the industry and protect YOUR businesses!
Thanks,
John Overstreet
