Hand & Stone featured in the Daily Herald

Hand & Stone was recently featured in the Daily Herald, entitled “New venture for Algonquin spa owner.” The article discusses the recent opening of Hand & Stone’s first location in the state of Illinois, as well as Heather Kinsley’s entrepreneurial story. The article also discusses the benefits of opening a Hand & Stone location. Click here to read the full article.

New venture for Algonquin spa owner

By: Elena Ferrarin

After 21 years spent working in human resources consulting, Heather Kinsley was laid off in the fall of 2009.

Less than two years later, the Algonquin woman has reinvented herself by opening a spa, venturing into a new business and different lifestyle.

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa opened July 25 in the Woods Creek Commons shopping center on Randall Road. Kinsley, as owner and manager, oversees the day-to-day operations of its 14 full- and part-time employees, including aestheticians and massage therapists.

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