2019 LVSA Awards

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Las Vegas, NV, December 19, 2019 – The Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) held the 2019 Awards Night at the Sahara Las Vegas. Ms. Erika Valles from Wynn & Encore was the named Spa Director of the Year for her leadership at the two five-star spas.

(L to R)Michelle Wilkos LVSA Board, Jennifer Lynn LVSA Board Chair, Michael Garvey LVSA President, Erika Valles Spa Director of the Year, Jeff Wescott LVSA Board, Liz Lesser LVSA Board & Deeba Haq LVSA Board

Laura Loza from the Bellagio was presented with the Bill Ochoa Humanitarian Award for her work as co-chair of both the 2019 Cancer Climb for City of Hope and the “Goat Wine Yoga” exercise class benefiting NextStep Fitness. The award was marked by a special donation to the World Wild Fund.

Laura Loza

Tanya Killeen from Kopari Beauty won the vendor Award for Outstanding Member. Tanya was recognized for her personal support of the Association and professionalism with spa members.

Tanya Killeen

Saundra Waggoner from the Waldorf Astoria was named the winner of the Spa Manager Dedication Award for her work ethic, dedication and support of her outstanding spa staff.

Saundra Waggoner

A special Community Support Award was presented to the Team from Professional Massage for their continued support of the numerous LVSA charities. A check for $2000 was presented by the Team to Board Member Deidre Strunk to kick off the 2020 Cancer Climb.

Professional Massage

 

 

Goat Wine Yoga 2019 Supports NextStep Fitness

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Las Vegas, NV. November 1, 2019 – The Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) held their 7th annual charity event called “Tough Love Fitness.” The Goat Wine Yoga “Team LVSA” class was led by world-renowned instructor Kikka Karli and “man in the goat” Steve Maresca.

The event raised funds for NextStep Fitness which assists persons living with paralysis and other physical disabilities. LVSA Board Chair, Jennifer Lynn stated, “We are proud to support NextStep and excited about their partners here at the new DRIVEN NeroRecovery Center in Las Vegas.”

Event Co-Chair Laura Loza helped organize the event with participants from LVSA member vendors and spas. The class was followed by a reception and raffle prizes donated by numerous LVSA vendors.

The 45-minute energy charged yoga class event took place outside at the South Point Casino and featured, goats, wine, and a Porsche convertible sports car.

For more information on NextStep please visit: www.nextstepfitness.org

 

 

 

 

 

Climb for Hope

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“Team LVSA” at the Red Rock 2019 Canyon Cancer Climb.

Las Vegas, NV. March 24, 2019 – “Team LVSA” was gathered again at the Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) 9th annual “Cancer Climb.” Members of the team were led by Event Co-Chair Laura Loza from the Bellagio Spa.  The hikers were loaded onto transport vans by hike veterans from “Team Strunk” for the drive to Red Rock Canyon.

The 2019 Climb was sponsored by LVSA vendor members; Dee Berkley, Water Box, and The Dumbell Man.  Proceeds benefited the City of Hope National Medical Center.  Former City of Hope patient and LVSA President, Michael Garvey stated, “We just get bigger and better every year. I love this event, a great time for a great cause.”

The post hike party was highlighted by a dance contest and a raffle drawing with free products provided by select LVSA vendors. LVSA Board Chair, Jen Lynn had “moves like Jagger” as she handed out numerous prizes and gifts for attendees. “We truly appreciate our vendor partners helping us help the community of Las Vegas.”

Donations exceeded $5000 for the City of Hope.  Please donate at:

https://ourhope.cityofhope.org/campaign/2019-cancer-climb/c211768

2018 LVSA Awards

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Las Vegas, NV, December 13, 2018 – The Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) held the 2018 Awards Night at the Sayers Club at the SLS Las Vegas. Shannon Stringert was the named Spa Director of the Year for his leadership at The Cosmopolitan Sahra Spa and his continued support of the LVSA.

(L to R)Michelle Wilkos LVSA Board, Jennifer Lynn LVSA Board Chair, Liz Lesser, Stephanie Doud & Deirdre Strunk LVSA Board, Shannon Stringert Spa Director of the Year, Kate Wind & Deeba Haq LVSA Board

Kim Fischer from the Bellagio presented with the Bill Ochoa Humanitarian Award for her work as co-chair of both the 2018 Cancer Climb for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and the “Tough Love Goat Wine Yoga” exercise class benefiting NextStep Fitness.

Kim Fischer

Zita Sims of Moroccanoil won the vendor Award for Outstanding Member. Zita was recognized for her personal support of the Association and spa members and constant professionalism with Moroccanoil.

Zita Sims

Caryn Slagle-Scruggs from Excalibur was named the winner of the Spa Manager Dedication Award for her work ethic, dedication and support of her spa staff and the LVSA.

Caryn Slagle-Scruggs

Tandem of winners were named for the two Spa Professional Awards. Alan Kite from Canyon Ranch and Jordania Goldberg from IPATH were recognized for their leadership, hard work and support of the spa community.

Alan Kite

Jordania Goldberg