ISPA HEADQUARTERS TEAM
THIS MONTH WE ASKED : What ’ s your go-to relaxation technique to ensure a good night ’ s sleep ?
Lynne McNees • President lynne . mcnees @ ispastaff . com • 1.859.226.4260 “ My cute husband says sleep is my superpower . Establishing and honoring routine is key .”
Crystal Ducker • Vice President crystal . ducker @ ispastaff . com • 1.859.226.4427 “ My sleep routine formula includes a very cold room , my REST blanket , blackout shades , a soothing sound machine and a daily gratitude prayer .”
Elly Boling • Membership Coordinator elly . boling @ ispastaff . com • 1.859.226.4292 “ I always listen to a peaceful piano music playlist to fall asleep . I hope to invest in a Hatch alarm clock soon to help with my sleep routine even more !”
Chelsea Compton • Director of Membership chelsea . compton @ ispastaff . com • 1.859.226.4334 “ Sometimes I have to empty my brain before heading to bed by making a to-do list for the next day . After that , a cool room and a heavy blanket are all I need to fall asleep .”
Sydney Doctor • Director of Sales sydney . doctor @ ispastaff . com • 1.859.279.0801 “ I practice a nightly guided meditation . It ’ s basically an adult bedtime story as it usually puts me directly to sleep but it ’ s a great way to slow my brain and calm any worries from the day .”
Amy Finder • Graphic Designer amy . finder @ ispastaff . com • 1.859.963.1877 “ If I ’ m struggling with relaxation or sleep , I utilize white noise or soothing nature sounds or music to assist me . A calming candlelit bath before bed can help if I ’ m particularly stressed . Long hugs work wonders , too .”
Nelson Lane • Senior Marketing Manager nelson . lane @ ispastaff . com • 1.859.551.3906 “ Before bed , I plug my phone in to charge in a room separate from the bedroom . I get ready for bed and then share a time of prayer with my wife that always serves to thoroughly relax us both .”
Jessica Roberts • Marketing Specialist jessica . roberts @ ispastaff . com • 1.859.425.5072 “ Keeping a consistent sleep schedule has been key for me , between waking up and going to bed at the same time each day .”
Delilah Searight • Administrative Coordinator delilah . searight @ ispastaff . com • 1.859.226.4427 “ I usually make a mental list of things I need to do the next day just to clear my mind . Then sit down with a hot cup of tea , put on some TV , and cuddle with my 2 dogs for a little bit .”
Samantha Smith • Project Manager samantha . smith @ ispastaff . com • 1.859.219.3619 “ Keeping a simple nighttime routine sets me up for a night of restful sleep and a successful morning . It also keeps my dog Jasper on a schedule , so he knows when it ’ s TFB ( time for bed ).”
Marja Walker • Graphic Designer marja . walker @ ispastaff . com • 1.520.891.3439 “ Six deep belly breaths , prayers , being grateful for at least two things that happened that day — and my favorite squishy pillow .”
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Scot T . Gillies • Executive Editor scot . gillies @ ispastaff . com • 1.859.226.4372 “ Get up at the same time every morning . Adhering to a schedule at both ends of sleep time means I ’ m always tired when it ’ s time for bed .”
Alexandra Harper-Sharapov • Director of Special Projects alexandra . harper-sharapov @ ispastaff . com • 1.859.359.8010 “ Taking a walk with my dog and husband in the evening helps me de-stress and de-clutter my brain from the day , so when it ’ s time for bed I have no problem falling asleep .”
VISION
To be the leader in promoting and enhancing the well-being of the spa industry and the people it serves .
MISSION
ISPA advances the spa industry by providing invaluable educational and networking opportunities , promoting the value of the spa experience and speaking as the authoritative voice to foster professionalism and growth .
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