AMY McDONALD
CAROL PHILLIPS
relationships is the most important thing you can do at ISPA . Be thoughtful , kind and never burn a bridge .” Catherine Warren : “ It ’ s a matter of trying to spread the love around and spreading the work around . Really cultivating the relationship so you have the other person ’ s support is crucial . Send them business and let them know about every opportunity you have and provide honest feedback . The vendors are the lifeblood of what we do .”
Advice to members who plan to attend the 2025 ISPA Conference Shana Ominsky : “ Come , first of all ! Be excited , positive and know that the industry is always moving forward and there is always something new and exciting that you ’ ll learn and take back with you .” Catherine Warren : “ It ’ s a lot to take
“ All of the speakers did a great job of eloquently explaining that failure is a launching pad and to keep moving .”
in , so you really need to sit down and come up with a plan . If you show up and wing it , you ’ ll miss out on education sessions , booths and social events . Get your head around the itinerary and take advantage of all the wonderful things ISPA has to offer .” Eric Wilkinson : “ Plan to connect with
your peers . It was so great to see people in person , as it ’ s just not the same seeing them over Zoom . Enjoy the moment , smile and say hello and try and meet as many people as possible . There ’ s no better plan than ISPA , so just enjoy it , embrace it and keep coming back .” n
ISPA TOWN HALLS are presented regularly throughout the year . To attend , watch for email alerts and social media announcements , or check the Events tab on experienceispa . com . Participation in the live event is free for ISPA members , and previous Town Halls are available in the online archive .
TO SPONSOR AN UPCOMING TOWN HALL , please contact Sydney Doctor at sydney . doctor @ ispastaff . com
— CATHERINE WARREN
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