Module 1 · Start Here ✓

Welcome to PALOMA

Watch the video below to begin — then continue through the module at your own pace.

⏱ ~25 min to complete 📄 2 source documents
The PALOMA crystal hallway — globe pendant lights, candles lining the floor, arched wooden door at the end

PALOMA's Mission

PALOMA's mission is to create intentional experiences that support the mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing of our community.

Through thoughtful services, curated products, and meaningful connection, we help people slow down, restore balance, and reconnect with themselves.

We can no longer ignore the physical and emotional toll that Burnout and Chronic Stress can cause to our mind, body and soul. It's become our mission to create a better spa experience than what exists in most cities today.

— Angela Gann & Stella Giometti, Co-Founders

PALOMA embodies a laid-back sense of luxury — an atmosphere of ease, lightness, and quiet refinement. Simplicity and authenticity guide both our design philosophy and the way we care for our guests. Every element of the PALOMA experience, from scent and sound to texture and temperature, is intentionally layered to evoke calm, clarity, and connection.

The PALOMA Promise: We are offering environments, pricing structures, and experiences that meet wellness and self-care where people are today — serving as an escape for people to achieve the calm, grounded feelings that are necessary to live a more balanced life.

As Seen In

PALOMA has been recognized by national publications for redefining the wellness experience in Columbus and beyond.

Sophisticated Living Columbus
"Calming the Chaos at PALOMA"

A feature on PALOMA's unique approach to urban wellness — the vision, the space, and the mission to create a sanctuary for calm and healing in Columbus.

December 2022
Forbes
"Columbus Is America's Fastest Growing City"

PALOMA recognized as a standout wellness destination in one of America's fastest-growing cities.

April 2024 · Katie Chang
Glamour
"25 Best Solo Trips for Women to Book in 2024"

PALOMA named a top Columbus destination for solo female travelers seeking intentional wellness experiences.

2024

What We Offer

PALOMA is not a single-service spa. We offer four distinct but deeply connected experiences under one roof.

The Spa

Where ritual meets restoration. Our spa blends ancient healing practices with modern modalities — intuitive massage, lymphatic therapy, LED facials, fascia release, and energetic alignment. Every treatment is thoughtfully curated to support physical, emotional, and energetic wellbeing.

The Meditation Dome

A modern temple for stillness. This architectural centerpiece hosts guided meditations, sound baths, breathwork sessions, and energy attunements — all designed to realign the nervous system and awaken the spirit. Available privately or with a small collective.

The Retail Space

Objects that anchor intention. A living gallery of apothecary blends, crystal collections, self-care tools, fragrance, jewelry, and wellness technology. Every product is chosen to deepen daily ritual — curated with purpose and reverence for the PALOMA ethos.

Private Events

Ceremonies for every season of life. PALOMA hosts intimate gatherings for birthdays, bridal blessings, corporate retreats, and renewal transitions. Each event combines scent, sound, light, and touch — crafted through the lens of ceremony to feel deeply personal and energetically aligned.

Our Values

These six values shape how we work together, show up for guests, and grow as a team. They aren't just words on a wall — they're the standard we hold ourselves to every day.

Openness + Flexibility

Welcoming opportunities as they come and adapting to change as a cooperative team player.

Ownership + Discretion

Acting with courage, challenging the status quo, and feeling empowered to make the call and execute.

Safe + Transparent Communication

Speaking up without fear of judgment — transparent and direct because we feel safe enough to do so.

Creative Collaboration

Leaning on each other's strengths to make the ideas that excite us most, realities.

Curiosity + Exploration

The learning should never stop. Curious minds, active listening, and feedback that propels us forward.

No Toxicity + Egoless Intention

Zero tolerance for blaming, shame, or comparison. We move forward together.

Our Space

Inspired by worldly travels, PALOMA's physical space is one of its most distinct and photographed features. Every zone was designed to evoke a specific feeling.

Arched wooden door opening into the PALOMA seating nook PALOMA arch nook with bench seating, crystal, and sheepskin rug

Exterior Building

Inspired by a schoolhouse in England

Iconic Ceiling

Inspired by a beach club in Mykonos

Magical Crystals

Mined from all over the world

Treatment Rooms

Cozy, private — custom decor, comfy beds, soft linens

The Dome

State-of-the-art acoustics, lights & furniture for sacred stillness

Custom Rugs & Art

Sourced from Morocco, Turkey & Azul

Our Team & Roles

PALOMA's team culture is one of the most distinct characteristics of our brand — built on inclusion, transparency, and mutual respect. Here's who you'll work alongside.

Culture Note: The values we embody for our clients are the same values we hold for our associates. If you experience something that doesn't feel right, speak up — we mean it.

Leadership

General Manager

Leads employee management, scheduling, and all operational efforts.

Brand Experience Manager

Leads all customer journey efforts. Experience Guides & Event Coordinators report here.

Brand Operations Manager

Manages Experience Coordinators, backbar ordering, room standards, and maintenance.

Experience Guide Lead

Ensures day-to-day operations run at PALOMA's highest standard.

Experience & Events Team

Experience Guide

The first and last face guests see — owns the full customer journey from arrival to checkout.

Event Coordinator

Manages bookings, phone and email communications, and private event coordination.

Experience Coordinator

The Healer's protector and the EG's right hand — keeps room transitions and guest flow on time.

Service Providers

Healer — Licensed Massage Therapist

Performs massage modalities and therapeutic bodywork. Minimum 5 years experience.

Healer — Skin Therapist

Performs facials and serves as a personal skincare guide for guests. Minimum 5 years experience.

Lymphatic Specialist

Leads the guest journey for Ballancer Pro — education, intake, and wellness recommendations.

Meditation & Workshop Instructors

Contract instructors leading sound baths, meditations, workshops, and private dome experiences.

LMT Therapist Trainer

Trains Healers on services and is accountable for the treatment room experience.

Key Takeaways

Before you move on, make sure you can answer:

  • What is PALOMA's core mission and what inspired it?
  • What are the four experience pillars PALOMA offers?
  • What are PALOMA's six core values — and what do they mean in practice?
  • What are the three team groups and who belongs in each?
  • Which national publications have featured PALOMA?
  • What makes PALOMA's physical space distinctive?

Up Next: Module 2 walks you through the daily procedures — what to do from the moment you arrive to the moment you leave. You're ready.