In this episode of Founders Future, with host Ammar Elm, Audrey Malautea, owner of Salt MedSpa in Fayetteville, Georgia, shares her journey from cosmetology and corporate leadership to taking over and rebranding a holistic med spa. Audrey discusses how Salt MedSpa stands out with its focus on halo therapy (dry salt therapy), a unique approach that combines wellness and beauty through respiratory and skin benefits. She dives into the spa’s membership model, the challenges of acquiring and retaining top talent, and her vision for expanding Salt MedSpa into a nationally recognized lifestyle brand.

Audrey also opens up about the realities of purchasing an existing business, the importance of hands-on leadership, and how she’s fostering a culture of education around natural health solutions. From renovating the spa to building a "dream team," she emphasizes the power of community impact and why Salt MedSpa’s mission—helping people look and feel better—makes it a scalable franchise opportunity. Whether discussing lymphatic drainage or the future of franchise growth, Audrey’s passion for holistic wellness shines through.