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UNLOCK NEW OPPORTUNITIES THE ISPA RESOURCE PARTNER SUMMIT ISPA RESOURCE PARTNER MEMBERS SCHEDULE push the industry forward with their innovative products, technologies, services and solutions —but they also face their own unique trials and triumphs. The ISPA Resource Partner Summit is a celebration of the role played by resource partners in the spa indus- try. On April 14, you can discuss openly the biggest challenges and opportunities in our industry with fellow resource partner members. If you’re a resource partner member, admission to the Re- source Partner Summit is in- cluded with your ticket to the ISPA Talent Symposium at no additional cost! Please note that the Resource Partner Summit will be an intimate event for resource partners only, and is expected to sell-out. APRIL 14 10 AM – 5 PM POWERED BY ICF 1 – 1:30 PM GARRETT MERSBERGER BUYER PANEL 2:30 – 2:45 PM Afternoon Break 2:45 – 4 PM MODERATED DISCUSSION Led by LISA STARR “Challenges and Opportunities Facing ISPA Resource Partners” 4:15 – 4:45 PM 4:45 – 5 PM E PANELISTS: MODERATOR: LISA STARR l ALISSA BAYER l CG FUNK l TRACY HARPER l DEIRDRE STRUNK n Canyon Ranch Spa + Fitness at Venetian Resort Las Vegas 46 PULSE ■ n Wynne Business milk + honey spa Funk Consulting The Spa at Sun Valley MARCH 2020 BRYAN WILLLIAMS Closing Remarks and Next Steps See page 42 for more information. DISCUSS, CONNECT, COLLABORATE A t the Open Moderated Discussion, Lisa Starr of Wynne Business will steer an open discussion driven by the topics of most importance to ISPA resource partners, like how to stand out in a crowded market and what to do about the proliferation of costly trade shows. n REGISTER TO ATTEND! l n EVENT UPDATE “Training Your Team to Deliver World Class Customer Service” ver wondered what spas look for when sourcing products? Or about the dos and don’ts of pitching? How about what ‘dealbreakers’ lead to a spa dropping a product line? The Buyer Panel has answers. Featuring four veteran spa professionals and a moderator, the Buyer Panel will offer you a rare chance to ask candid questions about what spas really want in a resource partner. n Opening Remarks by ISPA Chairman 1:30 – 2:30 PM The Buyer Panel n (Optional) Professional Coaching If you’re a resource partner, you can easily register for the ISPA Talent Symposium and the included Resource Partner Summit in the online membership portal at experienceispa.com. Register while spots are still available!