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

“Tough Love Fitness” 2018 Supports NextStep Again

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Las Vegas, NV. October 7, 2018 – The Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) held their 6th annual charity event called “Tough Love Fitness.”  This year the “Team LVSA” class participated in the debut of the “GOAT WINE YOGA” workout with Super Yogi and Soul Medicine Woman Nikka Karli.

The event raised funds for NextStep Fitness which assists persons living with paralysis and other physical disabilities. Janne Kouri, the founder of NextStep, feeding a goat and holding a microphone said, “We are extremely grateful for the support from the LVSA and excited to announce NextStep has plans to open in Las Vegas this year!”

Event Co-Chair Kim Fischer helped organize the event with participants from LVSA member vendors, spas and families. The 45-minute mind body charged class took place outside at the South Point Resort pool area and was sponsored by The Dumbell Man Fitness Equipment.

The class was a huge success with baby goats thanks to Community Outreach Director Kate Wind. The Fit Vine wine reception and raffle prizes donated by participating LVSA vendors completed the fantastic day.

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

Another Successful Climb

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“Team LVSA” at the Red Rock 2018 Canyon Cancer Climb.

Las Vegas, NV. March 25, 2018 – “Team LVSA” was hiking again at the Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) 8th annual “Cancer Climb.” Members of the team were led by Honorary Hike Leaders Michelle Wilkos and Kim Fischer.  The hikers were loaded onto vans and transported by “Team Strunk” to Red Rock Canyon.

The 2018 Climb was sponsored by LVSA vendor members; Hemp Hydr8, Knesko, Urbana, RX|Clinical and The Dumbell Man.  Proceeds benefited the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS).  LLS Woman of the Year Deirdre Strunk was excited, “We had our biggest turnout, best weather and largest amount of donations.  It was an awesome event!”

The post hike party was highlighted by a number of passionate speeches and numerous raffle prizes provided by select LVSA vendor members. LVSA Board member, Liz Lesser stated, “We had great vendor turnout and support.  We truly appreciate our vendor partners helping us help the community of Las Vegas.

Donations have exceeded $6000 and counting.  Please donate at:

http://pages.teamintraining.org/snv/yourway18/cclimb

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wFjvhUGpHGQ

 

2017 LVSA Awards

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Las Vegas, NV, December 18, 2017 – The Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) celebrated a 15th Anniversary at their yearend Awards Night at the Sayers Club at the SLS Las Vegas home of the Away Spa at the W Hotel.

 

Deeba Haq from the Mandalay Bay & Delano was the winner for Spa Director of the Year for her leadership and tireless efforts. She held her team together through numerous challenges in 2017. In addition to her award she was presented with two signed banners from the LVSA membership to present to her spa staff in support of #VEGASSTRONG

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

 

Jessica Catanzaro was presented with the Bill Ochoa Humanitarian Award for her support of the LVSA and co-chairing both the Cancer Climb for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and the “Tough Love” exercise class benefiting NextStep Fitness.

Jessica Catanzaro

Telli Industries won the vendor Award for Outstanding Member. “Team Telli” was honored for her long time support of the LVSA and member spas.

Team Telli

The tandem of AJ Palma & Terri Hovanec from Sahra Spa at The Cosmopolitan we named co-winners of the 2017 Spa Professional Award. The pair was named for the seamless management style and customer dedication. Each has been a longtime supporter of the LVSA.

AJ Palma (stand in) & Terri Hovanec

Niko Siton from Mandarin Oriental was named the winner of the Spa Manager Dedication Award for his constant support and attendance at LVSA events. He was also lauded in recognition for his workplace support of his peers.

Niko Siton