TIPS FOR LEARNING AND NETWORKING
PROFESSIONAL JUSTIFICATION FOR ATTENDANCE
For those seeking approval to attend from leadership , emphasize the tangible benefits of the Education Sessions : l Immediate ROI : Attendees leave with actionable steps ,
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l new resources and valuable industry contacts . Customization : The diverse session lineup ensures every attendee can find topics relevant to their role and goals . Innovation : This year ’ s speakers bring fresh perspectives to challenges like burnout , budget forecasting , identifying new profit generators and legal hurdles .
FOLLOW UP AND SHARE THE VALUE
Post-Conference , create a summary of key takeaways and actionable ideas for your spa ’ s leadership . Present a plan to implement these ideas to demonstrate the value of attending — and pave the way for approval to return in 2026 .
CALL-TO-ACTION : MAKE THE MOST OF # ISPA2025 ’ S EDUCATION SESSIONS
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Make time for networking — aim to meet at least three new people at each Education Session . Share what you learned — post your top takeaways on LinkedIn . Create a to-do list for implementing your newfound knowledge after leaving Colorado Springs . Complete the post-Conference survey and suggest topics for future sessions .
TIPS FOR LEARNING AND NETWORKING
NOTE-TAKING : Bring a notebook or take photos of key slides during the presentation . Many speakers share their notes or contact information , giving you tools for follow-up . NETWORKING : Arrive early to sessions to meet other attendees or connect with the speakers . Introduce yourself and exchange contact information for future collaboration .
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