FOUNDER’S SON, NICK MARCO, OPENS NEW HAND & STONE IN OHIO

UPPER ARLINGTON, OHIO. (DECEMBER 2, 2024) — Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa, the nation’s leading luxury massage and facial spa franchise, announced today the upcoming opening of its newest franchised location in Upper Arlington. Located at 3102 Kingsdale Center, the Upper Arlington spa is owned by Nick Marco, the son of the company’s founder, John Marco. With this expansion, Hand & Stone continues to grow its presence in Ohio, marking the brand’s 24th location in the state. As the owner of this location, Marco is committed to providing a sanctuary for the Upper Arlington community where people can regularly invest in themselves through self-care. To celebrate opening the doors, the new spa is offering $50 off non-member pricing for a client to try Hand and Stone Upper Arlington, with the promotion valued at $79.95 for first time clients

Nick Marco, the visionary behind the name “Hand & Stone,” has played an instrumental role in the brand’s growth and success. At just 14 years old, Nick suggested the name to his father, inspired by their conversations about hot stone massages, an idea that eventually became one of Hand & Stone’s signature services. Since then, Nick has been a driving force in shaping the company, expanding his own portfolio by acquiring four new locations in New Jersey and bringing his total number of spas to 12. Marco has been deeply involved in every stage of the company’s growth, and this new Ohio location reflects his ongoing commitment to the brand’s future success.

“I’m thrilled to bring Hand & Stone’s renowned wellness services to Upper Arlington, offering the community a place to truly prioritize their well-being,” said Nick Marco, owner of Hand & Stone Upper Arlington. “Having been part of this brand from its earliest days, I’ve seen how our services positively impact people’s lives. As the owner of this location, my goal is to create a sanctuary where our clients feel valued, cared for, and rejuvenated. We’re focused on raising the bar every day to ensure every guest enjoys an exceptional experience from the moment they walk in.”

The newest Hand & Stone in Upper Arlington brings high-quality professional massage services, including Swedish, Himalayan Salt, Sports, Deep Tissue, Oncology and Prenatal massages to the greater Ohio community. Guests can also visit the new spa to enjoy Hand & Stone’s signature hot stone massage and best-in-class facial and Neveskin Cryo treatments tailored to each individual's needs or skin concerns, with a wide-range of services available for women, men, and teens. 

Like all Hand & Stone spas nationwide, the new Upper Arlington location offers advanced skincare and spa services that incorporate new technologies at the forefront of the wellness market to enhance each guest’s overall experience. These advanced services include Neveskin Cryo-Facial and Cryotoning, Diamond Glow facial, NuFACE microcurrent facial, and LED Phototherapy facial, as well as innovations such as CBD oil enhancements and partnerships with award-winning skincare lines Dermalogica®, Image, and ClarityRX.

All Hand & Stone services are performed by experienced licensed Estheticians and licensed Massage Therapists. The brand’s commitment to guest experience has translated to an unparalleled level of expertise at each location, supported by best-in-class training and ongoing education resources. At Hand & Stone Upper Arlington, members will have access to a team of wellness experts who specialize in providing exceptional skincare and massage treatments, ensuring a tranquil, relaxing, and comfortable environment. 

The Upper Arlington Hand & Stone spa will be open Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Saturdays 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Sundays 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. For more information about Hand & Stone’s massage and facial services or to schedule an appointment, call 614-812-1359 or visit handandstoneupperarlington.com. 

ABOUT HAND & STONE MASSAGE AND FACIAL SPA  

Hand & Stone is a more than 600-unit massage and facial spa franchise with a mission to deliver premium spa services to the middle market in a professional, affordable, and convenient manner. Launched in 2004, Hand & Stone now has locations across 36 states and Canada. Each spa features best-in-class massage and skincare treatment. Available for women, men and teens, a wide range of services are tailored to each individual's needs or skin concerns. Hand & Stone facial treatments are performed by licensed estheticians, using top-of-the-line products backed by science including Dermalogica, IMAGE Skincare and ClarityRx Clinical Skin Care. The fastest-growing spa franchise in the country, Hand & Stone has been named No. 1 in the spa category by Entrepreneur Magazine in 2023, 2021 and 2020 and was ranked No. 8 on Forbes' Best Franchises to Buy list in the high investment category. For more information, visit www.handandstonefranchise.com.   

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