Pulse August 2018 | Page 34

WHere iN tHe World is isPa? FROM LONDON TO SHANGHAI TO LOS ANGELES AND BACK AGAIN, this industry is full of jet-setters and go-getters. With ISPA members spanning more than 60 countries, it’s no wonder you are all over the place to collab- orate, network, innovate and expand the spa industry across the globe. So, where in the world is ISPA this month? Phuket, Thailand ISPA was represented by Todd Hewitt at World Spa and Wellness Asia 2018, which was held in Phuket, Thailand on May 21-22, 2018. Hewitt led a session on hotel spas versus independent spas along with Sam Foster of DSM, Georgia Sutherland of Glo Day Spas in Bali, and Nisha Lane, spa director at W Bangkok. Mount Charleston, Nevada Calistoga, California The Spa Buzz Northwest Retreat was held at Calistoga Motor Lodge and Spa and featured hiking, yoga and a much- needed breath of fresh air for many spa professionals. 32 PULSE ■ August 2018 Urbana Powered by Sobel Westex celebrated Global Wellness Day on June 9, 2018 with a hike organized by their Las Vegas employees. The group hiked Mount Charleston to recognize the importance of company well- being and wellness.