Meet The Team: Kim Kruser

Name: Kim Kruser

Title: Esthetician

How long have you been with Hotel Julien Dubuque? Four Years

What path brought you to Hotel Julien Dubuque? Please share a little bit about your professional background and what led you to this industry. It was my passion for skincare and make-up that led me to my profession. I got into aesthetics because it was something different and new
to the industry.

I came to Dubuque to get married after living in Las Vegas for 18 years. I knew of Hotel Julien Dubuque as well as Potosa Spa. I was drawn to work here because of the spa’s great reputation.

What are you most passionate about professionally? I am professionally passionate about making clients feel confident and good about the way they look too.

What are you passionate about personally? What is your favorite way to spend a free weekend? I’m passionate about aesthetics personally and professionally. I also enjoy traveling on weekends when possible.

What are some of your favorite things to do in the Dubuque area? Some of my favorite things to do in Dubuque are to walk along the river, try out new restaurants, and meet new people.

What do you love most about Hotel Julien Dubuque? I love that we are a boutique hotel. There’s nothing else like it around here.

What is your personal motto? “The best education you can give yourself is to travel.”

Describe your typical work day. My typical work day includes seeing and educating clients about making good choices when it comes to their skin care.

Please share a go-to fun-fact about yourself. I grew up in a military family and lived all over.

Is there anything else that you’d like to share? Everyone, man or woman, should pamper themselves. Remember to take time for yourself.