I recently received the Global Spa & Wellness Summit 's Weekender newsletter, where they focused on Dr. Andrew Weil's video presentation during the recent summit. It was an interesting presentation, so I wanted to share the contents of the newsletter here and get your thoughts. In what ways do you agree or disagree with his point of view? Dr. Andrew...

Once again, the delegates of the 2012 Global Spa and Wellness Summit were inspired by the exciting range of speakers and experts on the final two days of the conference. The prevailing message—don’t be afraid to fail. Some of the most successful people in the world failed at one point only to eventually succeed. Be sure to visit the GSWS...

With IECSC Las Vegas just a few days away, spa professionals from across the country will soon be taking part in the largest spa and wellness show in the nation. There, they will be able to learn about more than 600 exhibiting companies, including SKINTIMES , which will be showcasing its SKINTIMES Collagen Treatment Creams in the Medical Spa Pavilion...

The Global Spa and Wellness Summit officially kicked off on Monday with a host of exciting speakers. Be sure to visit the GSWS website post-event for a comprehensive compilation of transcripts, PowerPoint presentations, and research reports. We’ll also be featuring the conference in the August issue of American Spa . But in the meantime, enjoy a few highlights from the...

Just arrived in Aspen for the Global Spa and Wellness Summit . The delegates are having fun networking at the St. Regis Aspen at the Welcome Cocktail Reception sponsored by Babor. Check back often for more photos, news, and reports from this exciting conference. This year's focus is Innovation Through Imagination. Can't wait to hear what speakers like Philippe Bourguignon,...

Yesterday, managing editor Nanci McArdle and I (pictured here with Yotel's resident mascot) attended the sixth annual SpaExec event at Yotel New York . This popular networking event involved a vendor showcase; a keynote speech on Expanding an Iconic Brand by George Lopez, general manager for the recently opened flagship Red Door Spa in New York City; and a panel...

Day one of IECSC New York , which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, was one filled with packed aisles, busy booths, and happy attendees and exhibitors. Among the highlights are more than 200 exhibitors, free manufacturer classes, and a variety of business building classes, including the Spa Business Conference, CIDESCO, ASTECC & Advanced Business Seminars. The show continues...

In my opinion, an increased demand for spa products and a trend toward updating spa menus mean good things for the spa business and provide yet more evidence of recovery in our industry. So I was pleased to get the results of a survey conducted of decision makers from Las Vegas and Utah at at Live Love Spa’s recent event...

In my opinion, the best thing about our industry is the incredible people. One of my favorites is Jeremy McCarthy, the Director of Global Spa Development and Operations for Starwood. I’m a big fan of his blog, The Psychology of Wellbeing , as well of some of the articles he’s written for American Spa . (Be sure to stay tuned...

This week, I was in Vegas at the annual ISPA Conference. Not surprisingly, I learned a tremendous amount of information in the short time I was there. From effective new ingredients to interesting potential story ideas, I’m looking forward to sharing it all in the year to come. I was particularly interested in some of the latest statistics ISPA had...