THE 2023 ISPA CONFERENCE welcomed more than 200 resource partners to the Expo floor , showcasing the industry ’ s newest products and services to an international group of motivated spa buyers . Now is the time to plan for the 2024 ISPA Conference in Phoenix from April 23 to 25 . Stay tuned at attendISPA . com and keep an eye on your inboxes for the full booth placement timeline , to be released by mid-August . Early selection rights go to Platinum Sponsors and Pulse partners first ; then , by mid-September , all exhibiting ISPA resource partners will be able to reserve their booth from the remaining spaces on the Expo floor .

Exhibitor benefits include access to spa professionals with the influence and authority to make purchasing decisions , daily lunch during event days for registered staff , plus access to ISPA Conference Power Sessions , Knowledge Builder Sessions and all education sessions . n

Do not delay : Booth space filled quickly for 2023 and even experienced a wait list . For more information on how to become a 2024 exhibitor , email kirsten . wright @ ispastaff . com .

ISPA PROUDLY CELEBRATES innovations that advance the spa industry through the annual Innovate Awards , and recently began recognizing creative exhibitors at the ISPA Conference through the Expo Awards . In September , the nomination period opens to honor the best and brightest new product launches through the ISPA New Product Awards . Only members may be nominated , and only members will be voting for the top prize in each product category . Winners will be featured in a future Pulse issue and receive industry-wide recognition through ISPA media promotion .

Visit experienceispa . com for eligibility requirements and deadlines . If you have questions about the ISPA New Product Awards , email chelsea . compton @ ispastaff . com .

TO HELP SPA LEADERS plan ahead for holidays that seem to arrive earlier every year , ISPA ’ s July Town Hall explored creative seasonal promotions and incentive ideas . From gift cards to open houses and more , ISPA member panelists shared examples of successful initiatives at their spas .

ISPA ’ s Town Hall series helps spa professionals tap into the expertise of their peers who have navigated trending challenges in the industry . Moderated by ISPA Chair Patrick Huey , this Town Hall featured Aaliya Bashir ( Warrior Body Spa ), Ginger McLean ( Hard Rock Atlantic City ) and Justin Vanderpoel ( Well & Being Spa at The Fairmont Princess ).

Watch for a detailed recap of “ Getting Your Spa Holiday Ready ” in Pulse ’ s October issue . For the full recording of this Town Hall and others , visit experienceispa . com and click “ On-Demand Learning ” under the Resources tab . n

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