If you’re an ISPA member, you’ve probably heard of the ISPA Academy through Pulse or Touch Points. But do you know the potential it holds to elevate your business and how best to practically use it? In this post, we lay out the eight sections of the Academy with descriptions and recommended reading to give you a glimpse of what is offered through this valuable member benefit.

For the third year in a row, ISPA representatives will be traveling to Italy to share the exciting news of the spa industry with a grand audience of cosmetics and beauty professionals at Cosmoprof Worldwide Bologna – and this year will be more focused than ever!

The annual ISPA Conference & Expo attracts more than 2,000 spa professionals from across the globe. The spa industry’s must-attend event features three days of educational sessions, inspirational keynotes and an Expo floor filled with over 220 exhibitors showcasing innovative products and services.

If you're a spa member and this is your first time registering for Conference, you’ve come to the right place!

If you’re a brand new ISPA member, you’re likely excited to explore everything offered with your membership. Setting up your member profile is a great place to start and connects you to an expansive network of professionals in the industry.

In order to make the culture of your workplace the healthiest it can be, managers must initiate the change in the way they empower, communicate and harmonize with their employees and coworkers. Check out our tips on maximizing workplace morale in 2019!

It’s no secret that tips and tricks for maintaining a strong social media presence are very well-documented. But because we live in a world of constantly shifting digital landscapes, it can be difficult for these tips to keep up with evolving consumer trends and preferences. While the solutions may seem obvious, they can go a long way in revolutionizing your brand’s public image and helping you stand out among the crowd – which is only natural for such an exceptional industry as ours!

ISPA spa members are always on the lookout for new products and trends in the industry to maintain a fresh approach to serving their clients. We started Trendables to keep members in the loop and provide resource partners with another avenue to reach spas with their most exciting offerings. Take a look at January's Trendables, a featured list of fresh products from Columbia Skincare, FOREO, Jurlique, Saltability and Universal Companies.

UNWRAPPING THE DECEMBER REVEAL BOX

Bring in the new year with style—and fabulous skin—courtesy of the latest ISPA Reveal Box. Sent to Spa Premiere and Premiere Plus members just in time for the Holidays, this edition of the Reveal Box is jam-packed with the latest products from ISPA resource partners.

So often, we find ourselves focusing on the negatives. Whether we’re looking in the mirror or reflecting on the day at work, we tend to spend more time focusing on the one F on the report card rather than the numerous A’s. Upcoming #ISPA2019 keynote Marcus Buckingham has spent over a decade exploring the dangers of succumbing to this way of thinking.

About halfway down the list of the 25 most popular TED talks of all time, you’ll find upcoming #ISPA2019 keynote Susan Cain’s talk on “The Power of Introverts,” an honest discussion on how to uncover the untapped (or discouraged) strength of Western society.

Can you say record growth? In this guest blog post, Colin McIlheney, global research director at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) breaks down the big takeaways of the 2018 U.S. Spa Industry Study.

The 2018 ISPA Conference & Expo is now just a few days away, and it’s time to open the trusty luggage bag and pack your goods. Whether you’re a first-timer or a veteran conference-goer, one thing everyone has in common is that we all have to pack!

With a new landscape for #ISPA2018 comes a new menu! Get the scoop on special Phoenix Restaurant Week deals, as well as the best places to eat and drink in the new host city, which has everything from burritos to brews.

Each year, the best of the spa industry populate the ISPA Expo floor to share their expertise. We will soon be back on the floor, and we couldn't be more excited. Over 250 exhibitors will be working hard to put on a successful show as they intrigue and interact with inspired attendees. And that’s where you come in!

Phoenix is more than just the capital of Arizona—it’s the cultural capital of the entire American Southwest. With incredible museums, concert venues, cultural institutions and recreational opportunities, Phoenix has something for every ISPA attendee, whether you’re a golf fanatic or a symphony savant.