You’ re a giver
FOUNDATION FOCUS
Research really is our middle name
IT’ S OFFICIAL: ISPA’ S 501( C)( 3) FOUNDATION, established in 1999 as the ISPA Foundation, is now the ISPA Research Foundation. This name change underscores the vital role name change underscores the vital role our nonprofit arm plays in advancing credible, data-driven insights for the spa field.
For more than 25 years, the Foundation has delivered the spa industry’ s most definitive research, made possible
THE RESEARCH IS IN:
You’ re a giver
A list of 2026 ISPA Research Foundation Auction donors appears on page 31. Add your name to the list. Companies and individuals who donate auction goods and services receive recognition in Pulse, on the ISPA website and at Conference. by the generosity of our supporters. The ISPA Research Library— accessible to all ISPA members— houses an expansive collection of studies and insights that shape and strengthen our industry. As a member, you have instant access to this unparalleled resource.
Invest in the future we share
Support for the ISPA Research Foundation can take many meaningful forms: l DIRECT CONTRIBUTIONS Visit experienceispa. com / foundation to make a one-time monetary contribution, or contact ispa @ ispastaff. com to discuss customized donation opportunities. l OPTIONAL $ 25 MEMBERSHIP-RENEWAL DONATION Small contributions at renewal add up to significant support. l DONATING TO OR BIDDING IN THE ISPA RESEARCH FOUNDATION AUCTION See page 31 for details on donating items and placing bids. l VOLUNTEERING YOUR TIME AND EXPERTISE Raise your hand— we’ ll gladly put your skills to good use. n
ISPA RESEARCH FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CHAIR Todd Shaw Fountain Life
VICE CHAIR Ella Kent The Spa at Sea Island
Kenneth Ryan ISPA Chair The Estate
Charlotte Prescott ISPA Vice Chair Tierra Santa Healing House at Faena Hotel
Lynne McNees ISPA President
HONORARY FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBER Deborah Szekely Rancho La Puerta
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