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1 MEMBER UPDATES 1. Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain—based in Paradise Valley, Arizona—will host another exclusive Satori Meditation Retreat. On October 4-7, up to 12 guests can enjoy three nights of accommodations, meals, guided meditation sessions and four spa treatments with this retreat package. The spa has also recently introduced a new category of spa therapists called “Sensei Therapists.” Sensei Therapists perform highly specialized treatments that encompass a “mind, body and spirit” approach to wellness. Among other specialties, they are trained in oncology massage and restorative consultations. 2 2. TouchAmerica Inc., located in Mebane, North Carolina, has announced the formation of its Advisory Board. The mission of the Board is to envision creative wellness solutions for spas and salons and lodging and retail spaces. Leon Alexander, Blake Feeney, Cheryl Hartsough, Thor Holm, Alison Howland, Robert Henry, Eva Jensch, Gordon Tareta, Diane Trieste and Deborah Waldvogel have been named members of the company’s Advisory Board. Leon Alexander Blake Feeney Cheryl Hartsough Thor Holm Alison Howland Robert Henry Eva Jensch Gordon Tareta 4 3. Spa Nordstrom has added Saltability products to its treatment menu. Saltability’s Himalayan salt-based spa line will be featured in the spa’s new Himalayan Salt Stone Massage and offered to other spa services as an add-on treatment. The Himalayan Salt Stone Massage uses a warmed Himalayan salt stone to ground and balance the body’s electromagnetic field. Diane Trieste Deborah Waldvogel 3 4. The Lodge of Four Seasons in Lake Ozark, Missouri, home of Spa Shiki, is currently undergoing a multimillion-dollar renovation expected to be completed in the fall. The renovation includes the restoration of an historic 50-foot indoor waterfall, which has already been completed. OPEN FOR BUSINESS l l Pure Spa has opened in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The new spa at the Pelican Grand aims for intimate luxury. George Powell-Lopez is its executive director of spa and Cassandra Jertshagen joins the team as business developer. Cheyenne Mountain Resort’s new spa, Alluvia, is now open for business. Located in Colorado Springs, the spa features six treatment rooms, manicure and pedicure stations, a private reception lobby, indoor and outdoor meditation and relaxation suites. July 2015 n PULSE 23