spa ambassadors share their wisdom - european spa magazine
TRANSCRIPT
Spa Ambassadors share their wisdom - European Spa Magazine
http://www.europeanspamagazine.com/experts.html[6/17/2015 12:53:43 PM]
Welcome to European Spa magazine - the leading business resource for spa professionals
across Europe.
Our magazine, social media and website work together to provide a unified voice for the European
spa industry across the most vital communication links of today.
Online and control-circulated to key decision-makers, European Spa is an indispensable source
of intelligence and opinion hub for the figureheads shaping the
wellness market throughout Europe and across the globe.
Read our back issuesfree, online anytime
Issue45 April/May 2015
Issue44 Feb/Mar 2015
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
European Spa invites industry leaders to share their operational tips and spa business expertise
Belgin Aksoy Belgin Aksoy discusses her drive to create a better world and the origins of Global Wellness Day more>
Fran Hayter Beauty Business Experts’ Fran Hayter explains why a firm grasp of the figures is essential for successful spa businesses more>
Nicola Elliott Nicola Elliott, founder of Neom Organics, talks to European Spa about her successful brand more>
Annette Foley-Craigen B-line’s pioneering founder Annette Foley-Craigen tells European Spa about the launch of Foot Smoothie, a new express treatment with impressive results more>
John Holman People with cancer should be given access to massage, writes therapy specialist John Holman more>
Valérie Corcias and Dominique Kelly Created by Valérie Corcias and Dominique Kelly, the mycoocoon wellbeing concept can provide an innovative wellness space combining colour, light and sound more>
Spa Ambassadors share their wisdom - European Spa Magazine
http://www.europeanspamagazine.com/experts.html[6/17/2015 12:53:43 PM]
Issue43 Dec/Jan 2015
Issue42 Oct/Nov 2014
Issue41 Aug/Sep 2014
Issue40 June/July 2014
Issue39 April/May 2014
Issue38 Feb/Mar 2014
Issue37 Dec/Jan 2014
Issue36 Oct/Nov 2013
Barbara Cooke, Peter Marsh and Keith Girling On-premises laundries offer spas a flexible and cost-efficient way to control their laundry costs while extending the life of their textiles. European Spa asks the experts how more>
Caudalie's Mathilde Thomas Founder of Caudalie, Mathilde Thomas talks to European Spa about the brand’s pioneering vinotherapy products and spas, and its new range of face masks more>
Sophie Benge and Alla SokolovaEuropean Spa talks to Sophie Benge and Alla Sokolova about their spa journey from the Baltic to the Black Sea, detailed in the new book Healing Sources more>
Anni Hood Wellness business consultant Anni Hood says wellness is becoming integrated into social, economic and governmental affairs, placing a new emphasis on spas to offer an authentic experience more>
Fiona Brackenbury Director of training and education at Décleor, Fiona Brackenbury talks to European Spa about the power of aromatherapy and its enduring appeal in the spa and wellness market more>
Kira and Mark WaltonEuropean Spa talks to Voya’s entrepreneurial founders Kira and Mark Walton about the brand’s success more>
Donald B.Ardell Industry pioneer Donald B. Ardell, Ph.D reveals how an advanced wellbeing concept could transform the spa industry and those who rely on it more>
Megan Larsen Founder of Sodashi, Megan Larsen talks to European Spa about the changing market and how the brand has been embraced in the UK at Sense Spa, Rosewood London more>
Yamuna Zake Master teacher and healer Yamuna Zake discusses how her concept of Body Sustainability can be integrated with different spa menus and locations more>
Spa Ambassadors share their wisdom - European Spa Magazine
http://www.europeanspamagazine.com/experts.html[6/17/2015 12:53:43 PM]
Issue35 Aug/Sep 2013
Issue34 June/July 2013
Issue33 April/May 2013
Issue32 Feb/Mar 2013
Issue31 Dec/Jan 2013
Issue30 Oct/Nov 2012
Issue29 Aug/Sept 2012
Issue28 June/July 2012
Kristy Cimesa Kristy Cimesa, founder of Elemental Herbology, discusses the potency of natural skincare, her brand’s development and its plans for expansion more>
Cassandra Cavanah Following the recent publication of the first Guide to Hydrothermal Spa Development Standards, we spoke to its creator, Cassandra Cavanah, about the need for an industry-wide hydro-thermal resource more>
Brian Hunter Lifehouse Spa & Hotel’s Brian Hunter urges spa operators to focus on the individual and become a part of their guests’ permanent sense of wellness more>
Lopo Champalimaud Smart discounting and 24/7 availability are the keys to future business success, according to Wahanda CEO Lopo Champalimaud more>
Lisa Knowles Spa consultant and treatment developer Lisa Knowles reveals how her collaboration with ‘spa junkie’ Inge Theron led to the launch in Selfridges, London, of a complete ‘workout for the face’ more>
Claire Chiang Senior vice-president and co-founder Claire Chiang talks to European Spa about embracing the environment and empowering people more>
Carolyn Taylor Following L’Oréal’s recent acquisition of Decléor and Carita, European Spa spoke to their managing director, Carolyn Taylor, about what the future holds more>
Richard Carmona As life expectancy increases, spas have a vital role to play in helping guests improve their mental wellbeing, writes Canyon Ranch’s Richard Carmona more>
Clare Anderson After instantly recognising their potential in the European spa market, Shared Beauty Secrets’ managing director Clare Anderson explains how Lava Shell treatments can invigorate a spa menu more>
Spa Ambassadors share their wisdom - European Spa Magazine
http://www.europeanspamagazine.com/experts.html[6/17/2015 12:53:43 PM]
Issue27 April/May 2012
Issue26 Feb/March 2012
Issue25 Dec/Jan 2012
Issue24 Oct/Nov 2011
Issue23 Aug/Sep 2011
Issue22June/July 2011
Issue21April/May 2011
Issue20Feb/March 2011
Paul Proctor Water purification systems can eliminate the financial and environmental impact of providing bottled water to spa guests. Paul Proctor of EcoPure Waters reveals more more>
Olivier Bonnefoy The director and founder of Gentlemen’s Tonic, Olivier Bonnefoy offers some advice on how to maximise your spa’s appeal to the ‘other’ sex more>
Tristan Lagarde Building on its rich heritage, Tristan Lagarde, director of international development, explains how premium skincare brand Phytomer is using biotechnology to push the boundaries of cosmetics more>
Kasha Shillington European Spa talks to Resense CEO Kasha Shillington about the company’s successful partnership with luxury hotel group Kempinski Hotels more>
Sammy Gharieni Following its recent collaboration with Mandarin Oriental, we spoke to Gharieni CEO Sammy Gharieni about what’s next for his luxury treatment furniture brand more>
Dr Stephan DomenigEuropean Spa talks to Dr Stephan Domenig, medical director of the Original FX Mayr Health Centre in Austria, about the vital role of nutrition in wellness programmes more>
Simon Lowe Celebrating the 50th anniversary of Grayshott Spa in Surrey, UK, CEO Simon Lowe reveals how shifting trends to optimise health will affect spas worldwide more>
Jeff PinkEuropean Spa meets nail industry entrepreneur, ORLY founder and CEO Jeff Pink more>
Jeff Riach Oakworks CEO Jeff Riach talks to European Spa about how the company earned its reputation for ergonomic spa furniture more>
Spa Ambassadors share their wisdom - European Spa Magazine
http://www.europeanspamagazine.com/experts.html[6/17/2015 12:53:43 PM]
Issue19Dec/Jan 2011
Noella Gabriel The launch of Biotec marks a turning point for Elemis. European Spa talks exclusively to Noella Gabriel, director of new product and treatment development, about the power of machines more>
Leon TraylingEuropean Spa travels to the Outer Hebrides to discover the spa benefits of Scottish seaweed from the founders of marine-based skincare brand ishga more>
Riadh Bouaziz Founded with the intention of making the bathroom ‘a source of wellbeing’, we spoke to RKF Luxury Linen’s CEO, Riadh Bouaziz, about what’s in store for the company in 2014 more>
László Puczkó In future, the world of spa will become a much more democratic place, writes László Puczkó more>
Kira Walton Organic beauty brand Voya recently achieved halal certification for its products. European Spa talks to the company’s co-founder, Kira Walton, about the latest developments more>
Anne Biging Founder of Healing Hotels of the World Anne Biging reflects on the innate ability of wellness professionals to change people’s lives more>
Jean-Claude Baumgarten One of the world’s leading tourism experts, Jean-Claude Baumgarten believes this year’s GSWS should be a catalyst for the foundation of a single, global wellness tourism council more>
Kerstin and Charlene Florian European Spa meets dynamic mother and daughter team Kerstin and Charlene Florian, to hear more about how spa company Kerstin Florian International, is riding the wellness wave more>
Anne Biging Make the most of the season of goodwill by offering your guests the chance of a truly holistic and happy New Year, writes Healing Hotels of the World founder Anne Biging more>
Ajit Madan
Spa Ambassadors share their wisdom - European Spa Magazine
http://www.europeanspamagazine.com/experts.html[6/17/2015 12:53:43 PM]
With tea enjoying a renaissance within the spa market, European Spa meets Ajit Madan, co-founder of artisan tea brand Camellia’s Tea House more>
Anne McCall Wilson With hotel spa finances now rigorously scrutinised, Anne McCall Wilson says the key to increasing profit is to get the maximum experience out of every square metre... more>
Denise Leicester The globe-trotting founder of organic brand ila-spa, tells European Spa about her vision to take the brand 'beyond organic'... more>
Jeremy Smith Director of Blue Spa & Leisure and co-founder of The Natural Spa Factory, Jeremy Smith, looks at optimising revenue... more>
Michael Schummert The CEO at Babor Cosmetics, tells European Spa about how the new Babor Spa treatment concept raises the standard of bespoke treatments in spas worldwide... more>
Inge Theron Intrepid spa consultant Inge Theron takes time out from trekking in South America, tracing scent routes in Arabia, and testing the latest laser lights in Harley Street to share some of her favourite current spa trends more>
Horst M. Rechelbacher Organics pioneer Horst M. Rechelbacher says the interconnectivity of the natural world should be reflected in spa products and business practices more>
Maria Vafiadis Founder and managing director of MKV Design, Maria Vafiadis reveals her latest luxury spa creation at the Hotel Schweizerhof, in Switzerland more>
Elaine Williams The Grayshott Health Regime restores the body’s digestive and immune systems, explains the UK spa’s director of natural therapies Elaine Williams more>
Samantha Sweet
Spa Ambassadors share their wisdom - European Spa Magazine
http://www.europeanspamagazine.com/experts.html[6/17/2015 12:53:43 PM]
Professional nails expert CND has announced the launch of its Vinylux Polish System. Vinylux is billed as an innovative, high-shine, durable polish system that doesn’t require a lamp. Samantha Sweet of Sweet Squared, the exclusive UK and Ireland distributing partner of CND, tells European Spa how the science behind this polish is poised to revolutionise the market for long-lasting nail colour more>
Susie Ellis October will see spa and wellness leaders from across the world head to New Delhi, India, for the seventh annual Global Spa & Wellness Summit. GSWS president and CEO Susie Ellis gives us a sneak preview of the agenda. more>
Catherine Whittle Spa marketing consultant Catherine Whittle offers five ways to make your spa stand out more>
Derek Barton Derek Barton, Managing Director of Barr + Wray Hong Kong, shares their vision for the recently completed AWAY Spa at W Singapore more>
Aldina Duarte Ramos Sofitel and Thalassa Sea and Spa’s director of development and wellbeing activities, Aldina Duarte Ramos, believes the next wave of thalassotherapy is about to begin more>
Sonu Shivdasani The Founder of Six Senses Resorts & Spas and Chairman and CEO of Soneva, announces the launch of global initiative Whole World Water. more>
Sunita Passi Professional meditation instructors can provide spa guests with effective and inspirational guidance toward a more balanced lifestyle, writes Sunita Passi. more>
Brad Pressman From Brazilian beats to New Age chants and sounds of nature, every spa journey must have its soundtrack. Private Label Music customises music products for spas around the world and Founder Brad Pressman shares his top tips for making the most of music. more>
Simon Casson The new Chairman of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts Spa Taskforce, Simon Casson, believes people should be at the heart of any business. more>
Kicki Carlsson-Boyd
Spa Ambassadors share their wisdom - European Spa Magazine
http://www.europeanspamagazine.com/experts.html[6/17/2015 12:53:43 PM]
Kicki Carlsson-Boyd, Managing Director of Dröm UK, explains how thermal experiences are an integral part of the spa journey and highlights some of the trends that are emerging this year more>
Paul Flowers Grohe’s Paul Flowers shares his views on how technology and design can combine to deliver super spa experiences. more>
Barbara Cooke BC Softwear’s Managing Director Barbara Cooke explains how the company’s luxury textiles can enhance the spa experience and send out the right message. more>
Charlie Thompson The new Chairman of the UK Spa Association, Charlie Thompson, outlines how the UK spa and salon industries can boost their capture rate and become more accessible to vital new clientele. more>
Dr Davide Bollati [comfort zone] Founder Dr Davide Bollati outlines the pioneering research and development undertaken to create the company’s much anticipated new nutri-cosmeceutical Skin Regimen range. more>
Susie Ellis SpaFinder Wellness' Susie Ellis unveils her top trends that will shape the future of the industry. more>
Neil Howard We spoke to international spa consultant Neil Howard about his latest creation on the Amalfi Coast more>
Christina Agnew & Clare Neill We meet the founders of Radiance Cleanse, Christina Agnew and Clare Neill, to find out more about how juicing can revitalise the detox offer. more>
Dr Howard Murad Inclusive health and high-performance skincare are natural bedfellows for Murad's Founder, Dr Howard Murad. He tells European Spa more about the core philosophies of his company more>
Tyra Lowman
Spa Ambassadors share their wisdom - European Spa Magazine
http://www.europeanspamagazine.com/experts.html[6/17/2015 12:53:43 PM]
With a New Year on the horizon, Hilton Worldwide's Senior Director of Spa Concepts Tyra Lowman, explores two key spa consumer trends as identified by the group's newly commissioned HIlton Blue Spa Paper more>
Nergish Wadia-Austin Chief Executive of the UK's PHAB Standard, asks if your spa team is speaking the language of success more>
Jeremy Smith Shape up your business growth and profit boosting ideas with a masterclass from spa consultant Jeremy Smith, Managing Director of Blue Spa & Leisure. more>
David Harber Award-winning British sculptor and sundialist David Harber tells European Spa how a water feature can truly enhance the spa journey. more>
Andrew Hammond Andrew Hammond, founding Director of Topaz Consulting and Deputy Chair of the Spa Business Association on sharing industry intelligence more>
Philippe Bourguignon Vice Chairman of Revolution Places and CEO at Miraval, urges the spa community to create new solutions to the modern spa goer's quest for inner peace. more>
Jean-Guy de Gabriac How much value should we place on building an award-winning spa team? Plenty, says Spa Consultant Jean-Guy de Gabriac, CEO and Founder of Tip Touch Academie. more>
Sally Storey The Design Director of Lighting Design International, Sally Storey, tells European Spa how new lighting technologies are shaping future spa design. more>
Debbie Leon The Director and Founder of Fashionizer, Debbie Leon, explains how the right choice of clothes work within the spa environment. more>
Robert Miles
Spa Ambassadors share their wisdom - European Spa Magazine
http://www.europeanspamagazine.com/experts.html[6/17/2015 12:53:43 PM]
Premier Software's Managing Director Robert Miles explores new technology for spa success. more>
Sha Q&A: Viennese artist and 'perception researcher' sha. more>
Professor Marc Cohen Wellness expert Professor Marc Cohen discusses bridging the knowledge gap between medical research and spa therapies more>
Susie Ellis Key trends that will affect the spa industry in 2012 more>
Crispin Reed Spas should stop stereotyping the over 50s and focus our marketing to better appeal to this varied, cash-rich client group more>
Lopo Champalimaud Wahanda CEO Lopo Champalimaud explains why not all deals are equal when it comes to retailing across the festive period more>
Susan Harmsworth Susan Harmsworth, CEO and founder of ESPA, tells European Spa about recent design successes within the ESPA portfolio more>
Clare Guss-West Breathe new life into your spa offer, says expert arts and holistic health consultant and Six Senses Spa's advisor Clare Guss-West. Create exciting new ways to engage your spa guest more>
Lesley Bacon As the luxury hotel collection celebrates its tenth anniversary this year, Hand Picked Hotels' Group Health Club and Spa Manager Lesley Bacon tells European Spa about her enviable portfolio more>
Spa Ambassadors share their wisdom - European Spa Magazine
http://www.europeanspamagazine.com/experts.html[6/17/2015 12:53:43 PM]
Anna Bjurstam Having announced a new ownership structure, the new sole owner of Raison d'Etre, Anna Bjurstam, unveils what the future holds more>
Michelle Feeney Self-fulfilment and self-tanning go hand in hand for Michelle Feeney, Chief Executive of St Tropez and CEO of PZ Cussons' Beauty Division more>
Anni Hood As the pressure on spas to diversify increases, Anni Hood examines the new business models most likely to reap sustainable rewards more>
Tanya Wheway Tanya Wheway presents her 'P's of positive spa thinking more>
Nicola Stott Imaginative business collaborations could be the way out of the economic slump, says Creative Spa Solutions founder Nicola Stott more>
Megan Larsen Founded on ayurvedic principles in 1999 by Megan Larsen, Sodashi is about to embark on ambitious expansion plans. We found out more more>
Susie Ellis SpaFinder's Susie Ellis reveals the key trends that will hit the industry next year more>
Kerry Fenton-Kent Aqua Sana Manager Kerry Fenton-Kent reveals how Center Parcs Sherwood Forest's new online booking system is making a huge difference more>
Fiona and Kieran Fowley Fiona and Kieran Fowley, founders of Edinburgh's Zen Lifestyle salons, show how results-driven treatments can also equal value for
Spa Ambassadors share their wisdom - European Spa Magazine
http://www.europeanspamagazine.com/experts.html[6/17/2015 12:53:43 PM]
money more>
Barbara Cooke Barbara Cooke of BC Softwear discusses the practicalities, cost and quality concerns of great towelling more>
Dr Howard Murad Anti-ageing expert Dr Howard Murad insists the rise of health-based services in spas will ensure the industry stays relevant more>
June Cox & Nicki Kurran Authors of management bible Spas Matter2, share their advice on how to maintain staff morale and service standards more>
Pete Cohen Life coach and author Pete Cohen asks: is exceptional service at the top of your spa menu? more>
Theresa Brown Theresa Brown of Ellisons has 10 top tips for stronger business partnerships more>
Wahanda.com Make the most of the web – Wahanda.com's internet experts give us five top tips more>
Sean Harrington Elemis MD Sean Harrington reveals how his company has gone from strength to strength more>
Heinz Schletterer The founder of the Schletterer International Group identifies his spa trends for 2010 and beyond more>
Spa Ambassadors share their wisdom - European Spa Magazine
http://www.europeanspamagazine.com/experts.html[6/17/2015 12:53:43 PM]
Michael Schumert BABOR’s Managing Director Micheal Schummert finds inspiration all over the world to attract a new generation of spa customers more>
Ian Sherman Formerly principal of the London Hotel, Spa & Wellness Group at Douglas Wallace Architects, Ian Sherman is now at the helm of an independent venture called StudioIanSherman more>
Carolyn Taylor Carolyn Taylor, Managing Director of the Decléor, Carita and Shiseido Group in the UK looks forward to an exciting new era for her dedicated spa team. more>
Home | Request Media Information | Subscribe | Contact us • Business | Spas | Experts | Menu | Design
©2015 Spa Publishing Ltd Designed and produced by iDentity Creative