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He brings over 25 years of experience to the table, after a successful career of working at world-class and award-winning spas. As the founder, Jim brings over 25 years experience as a co-founder, owner and director at two widely respected Schools of Natural Health and Massage and management at world class spas. His style of mentoring and consulting are reflective of his enthusiasm for his subject and his clients. https://www.getconnectedmbi.com/consultant-mentor-jim-baker daily 0.75 2025-09-02 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f196977854270406349e11d/1597063497291-8WPDDQR6YBISXSL5SWFU/Jim-Baker-massage-school-instructor-michigan Lead Consultant and Mentor - Meet Your Partner: Jim Baker, LMT, CNHP Jim Baker, LMT, CNHP, is the founder and owner of MBI Consulting. formerly Mind Body Institute in Northern Michigan. With over 30 years of experience in massage therapy education, spa operations, and business development, I specialize in helping professionals and organizations establish licensed massage schools and open new spa and wellness locations as well as elevate established business through strategic consulting. As the former owner and operator of Mind Body Institute (MBI) in Traverse City, Michigan, I trained over 300 students and developed a comprehensive curriculum grounded in clinical excellence, holistic care, and real-world business skills. Today, I work with new and existing schools to guide them through licensing, curriculum development, instructor training, and marketing strategy. My consulting includes access to MBI’s proven curriculum and teaching tools, as well as Train-the-Trainer programs to ensure instructional quality and consistency. In addition to education, I consult with existing spas, wellness centers, and hospitality-based facilities looking to expand or rebrand. My work includes:  Developing unique, signature services tailored to client demographics  Brand positioning and refreshes to stay competitive in evolving markets  Staff training with a focus on concierge-style servicing and elevated customer experiences  Creating operational strategies that align with business goals and market demands I bring decades of experience as a spa director, therapist, and consultant across high-end resorts and casino properties, where I’ve led openings, service innovation, and team development. 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