2024 LVSA Awards

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Las Vegas, NV, December 12, 2024 – The Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) held the 2024 Awards Night at the Mandalay Bay Resort again this year. 2024 marked the first presentation of the LVSA Legacy Award. Ms. Deirdre Strunk was the first-time winner for her tireless efforts to support both the Las Vegas spa community and the spa industry for the past twenty years.

Ms. Jennifer Lynn Dean from Fontainebleau Las Vegas was named Spa Director of the Year for her leadership, dedication, and many years of support of the LVSA as Board Chair.

 

The Team from South Point Casino led by Ms. Adriana Alvarez, was presented with the Bill Ochoa Humanitarian Award for their outstanding annual support of the “Goat Yoga” and Llama-Maste Yoga” exercise class benefiting NextStep Fitness.

 

Aldo Celeste, VP of Spa Development-Sales at Knesko, won the vendor Award for Outstanding Member. Aldo was recognized for supporting and promoting the LVSA Socials, Luncheons and Charity events.

 

Mr. Chris Schroeder, Spa Operations Manager at Cosmopolitan Las Vegas was named the winner of the Spa Dedication Award for his dedication, and support of the spa staff and resort guests, as well as numerous LVSA events.

 

The LVSA was started in 2002 as a networking solution for Las Vegas Spa directors, buyers, and vendors. LVSA celebrated the 20th anniversary with B2B socials, vendor luncheons and charity fundraisers. LVSA President Michael Garvey is available for media requests and spa tour arrangements.

Llamaste Yoga 2024 Supports NextStep Fitness

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Dolly Llama & Team LVSA Support NextStep Fitness Las Vegas, NV. October 13, 2024 – The Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) held the 10th annual charity event for Next Step Fitness. The Team LVSA “Llamaste” yoga class was led by Las Vegas Yoga Therapy (www.lvyogatherapy.com). VIP guest “Dolly Llama” dominated the attention of all participants […]

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2024 Climb For Hope

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Las Vegas, NV. March 24, 2024 – The 12th annual “Climb for Hope” helped raise funds and awareness of the fight against cancer. Members of “Team LVSA” were led by Ms. Michelle Wilkos, Spa Director at the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas. The hikers gathered at Red Rock Resort before the climb at Calico Basin in Red Rock Canyon.

The Climb again featured a team of spa members, vendor members, friends, and family. The LVSA collected over $3000 in donations to the City of Hope National Medical Center. Former City of Hope patient and LVSA President, Michael Garvey stated, “It’s a great day and we’re very happy with the generous donations and support.”

The post-hike party was highlighted by a raffle drawing with free products provided by select LVSA vendors, a stuffed elephant, and balloons for Ray, the assistant hike leader.

 

Donations may still be made: https://ourhope.cityofhope.org/fundraiser/3632147

 

2023 LVSA Awards

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2023 LVSA Awards

Las Vegas, NV, December 14, 2023 – The Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) held the 2023 Awards Night at the Mandalay Bay Resort again this year. Ms. Toni Dean from the Virgin Hotel Las Vegas was named Spa Director of the Year for her leadership, dedication, and many years of supporting the LVSA.

 

The Team from The Mirage led by Ms. Christell Vicens, was presented with the Bill Ochoa Humanitarian Award for their outstanding support of Cancer Climb for City of Hope and the “Goat Wine Yoga” exercise class benefiting NextStep Fitness.

 

Ms. Jessica Wadley, VP of Business Development-Integrative Health & Wellness Division at Oakworks, won the vendor Award for Outstanding Member. Jessica was recognized for her support and promotion of the LVSA within Las Vegas and the national spa community.

 

Ms. Ashley Hashimoto from Encore Las Vegas was named the winner of the Spa Dedication Award for her work ethic, dedication, and support of the spa staff and resort guests.

 

The LVSA was started in 2002 as a networking solution for Las Vegas Spa directors, buyers, and vendors. LVSA celebrated the 20th anniversary with B2B socials, vendor luncheons and charity fund raisers. LVSA Board Chair Jennifer Lynn is available for media requests and spa tour arrangements.