Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Kathryn Rose started the business in 1990.
What is your primary product or service?
Massage therapy and other forms of bodywork techniques:
Swedish/Relaxation Massage, Hot Stone Massage, Prenatal
Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Facial Massage, Lymphatic
Massage, Reiki, Ortho-Bionomy(R), and more
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
"I've always been interested in health care and had worked
in that field. With massage therapy I can focus more on
helping people to become more aware of their body's signals.
It's about becoming more "in touch" with their whole being:
body, mind, and spirit. I enjoy assisting clients in becoming more comfortable, at ease and more relaxed. I work with all ages. I have a special interest in
helping the geriatic population in their homes, as well as
nursing homes and assisted living facilities." Kathryn Rose
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Massage Connection is one of the oldest massage therapy
practices in the Fox Valley and the first group practice
in Appleton. Kathryn Rose was instrumental in changing several of the old massage ordinances in the city and was also a pioneer in educating the public about the benefits of massage therapy when it was not well known in the Fox Cities. Kathryn moved her business downtown in 1999 because she has always loved the downtown and wanted to do her part by filling one of the empty storefronts. She has a very special interest in keeping our downtown vital. Kathryn has been a business member of Appleton Downtown Inc
since moving to the downtown location and is a past ADI
Board Member.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
There is only one location. Kathryn ran two for a short time, but found it was too confusing for clients and too stressful for her to manage both and still keep up with
her own clientele. At one point, we had a large center with several other health care professionals and wellness related classes. Kathryn decided to go back to the basics so she could relax more herself and focus more on her own clients. Now the group practice has 4 WI Certified Massage Therapists and 4 Massage Practitioners and 1 Certified Healing Touch Practitioner.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are downtown Appleton on the corner of College Ave &
Durkee St. (Between Conkey's Bookstore and Heid Music Piano Store, across from Harmony Cafe and Avenue Jewelers) 232 East College Avenue
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash, Check, Matercard, Visa, and American Express
Which areas do you service?
Mainly the Fox Valley.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Kathryn Rose, Founder & Owner
WI Certified Massage Therapist, Reiki Master
What are your hours of operation?
Monday - Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Other hours by appointment only
(Memorial Day-Labor Day: M-F 10am-7pm, Sat 10am-3pm)