Our Staff

Hi my name is Jodi Gilgenbach! I am the Owner of Gillan Day Spa as well as a stylist. I have been doing hair for 15 years and I love hair coloring/foiling and new hair styles! When I’m away from the salon, I love hanging out with my kids, spending time with my close friends, and shopping! I have a bubbly personality and I love keeping up with the newest fashion trends. I strive to create a relaxing and fun environment for each and every client that visits the salon, so be sure to stop in and see what we have to offer!

Hi my name is Nancy Erickson! I live in the Menomonie area with my husband of 21 years and my 13 year old daughter. I have been doing hair for many, many years and truly enjoy it! I love giving my clients a new look and I love the challenges that my new and old clients give to me! I enjoy providing all types of hair services and strive to make every client feel great about themselves when they walk out the door! When I’m not behind the chair, my husband and I enjoy traveling with my daughter for violin lessons and concerts. I look forward to the opportunity to meet you, so come on in and try something new!

Hi, my name in Kate Holtzman, formerly known as Kate Merritt. I just got married this summer, hence the name change! My husband is currently deployed to Iraq with the US Army. I was born and raised in Menomonie and after graduating from high school, I moved to Minneapolis where I attended the Aveda Institute and received my cosmetology license. I have been going hair for 2 ½ years now, and my favorite things to do are foiling and cutting short women’s bobs. I also lived in Tacoma, WA right outside the military base where I came very good at men’s fades. I love having a good time and meeting new people so stop on in and see me!

Hi, I am Becky Smith. I am originally from Lacrosse, WI but now live in Eau Claire and I love it. I went to Professional Hair Design Academy here in Eau Claire, to become a massage therapist. My favorite massage to give is Hot Stone, because it is relaxing and helps relieve tension. I love how it relaxes my clients and makes them leave me happy! So please come in and visit me. I am here to make your day better!

Hello I am David. I am enjoying working at Gillán Day Spa; which is both an incredible salon and has an exceptional staff. My massages incorporate integrative deep tissue. I have a specialty in sports massage also. I am trained in reflexology, aromatherapy and acupressure. I am studying traditional Chinese medicine and acupuncture. Come schedule and appointment today and enjoy a wonderful relaxing experience from head to toe.

Hi! I am Kim Goral. I graduated from Bancroft School of Massage Therapy, located in Worcester, Massachusetts, in 2006. I am a Nationally Certified Massage Therapist and I specialize in deep tissue relaxation massage and sports massage. I moved to Menomonie from Massachusetts in August 2009 to conduct research on massage with one of the professors at UW-Stout while earning a Master’s Degree in Applied Psychology. My research focuses on how massage helps conditions such as Anxiety and Depression.

Hi my name is Rachel Nelson, also known as Raye. I recently moved to Eau Claire, WI with my 12 year old son from St. Paul, MN where I practiced as an esthetician for 4 years at a local salon and spa. I graduated from International Dermal Institute in Minneapolis in 2004. I do all types of facials and chemical peels, as well as body waxing and makeup. I enjoy meeting new people so I hope to see you soon!