LVSA 2016 Spa Survey

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Las Vegas, NV. September 7, 2016 – The Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) will hold the 7th Annual LVSA Spa Survey on Friday, October 7th, 2016 at the Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas.

LVSA Board Member and Elle Concepts founder Liz Lesser and her team will compile the stats for the LVSA spa members. Senior Director of Spa and Wellness Jennifer Lynn will host the morning event at the MOLV.  The event will be sponsored by Spa Development International.

According to the Las Vegas Visitors and Convention Authority, 2016 is trending positive with increases in visitors, occupancy and revenue. The resort hotel spa setting in Las Vegas has unparalleled opportunities for staff and guests. Spa visitors can expect to have an experience that utilizes the newest products and services in the industry in the largest spas in the world. Spa operators help meet this challenge by exchanging information with each other at the annual LVSA Survey “round table.”

The Survey has become an important part in the improved operations for over 30 Las Vegas area resort spa locations. Spa directors in Las Vegas work in a collaborative effort, sharing best practices with the goal of creating the best spa experience possible at each member location.

For more information please e-mail: mgarvey@lvspas.com

Super Excited “TEAM” hikes again!

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

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

Las Vegas, NV. March 6, 2016 – On this Sunday morning there was rain and wind but it did not deter “Team LVSA” at the Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) 6th annual “Cancer Climb.” Members of the team were loaded onto vans and transported up the mountain to Red Rock Canyon. After a few clouds passed the sun greeted participants to a perfect day.

This highly anticipated annual LVSA event raised proceeds to benefit the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) which improves the quality of life of patients and their families. Event Co-Chair Nicole Halverson, Director of Spa & Salon at the Mirage led 40 hikers young and old along the 50 minute “climb”.

The post hike party was highlighted by CoCo Taps refreshments and numerous raffle prizes for the lucky winners in attendance. LVSA Board member, Michelle Wilkos stated, “This was our biggest event ever. We had spas, vendors, family and friends. What a great day, great event and great cause.”

The event raised over $4000 and still counting.

2015 LVSA Awards

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Las Vegas, NV, December 3, 2015 – Once again the Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA), home of the largest most luxurious spas in the world, held their yearend Spa Director’s Social. The event was held at the Sayers Club at the SLS Las Vegas. The 2015 LVSA yearend event celebrated with the LVSA Awards presentation for the tenth year.

Jody Corpuz, Spa Director at South Point was presented with the Bill Ochoa Humanitarian Award for her support of the LVSA and hosting her 3rd annual “Tough Love” exercise class to benefit NextStep Fitness.

(L to R) Kate Wind LVSA Board, Michael Garvey LVSA President, Jody Corpuz, Michelle Wilkos LVSA Director of Business Development, Jennifer Lynn LVSA Board Chair, Liz Lesser LVSA Board and Shannon Stringert LVSA Board

(L to R) Kate Wind LVSA Board, Michael Garvey LVSA President, Jody Corpuz, Michelle Wilkos LVSA Director of Business Development, Jennifer Lynn LVSA Board Chair, Liz Lesser LVSA Board and Shannon Stringert LVSA Board

 

Frank Kennedy from Ready Care was a popular choice for the vendor Award for Outstanding Member. Frank was honored for his support of the LVSA Social and charity events for the past ten years.

Frank Kennedy and Jennifer Lynn

Frank Kennedy and Jennifer Lynn

 

Jennifer Barker from The Sahra Spa at Cosmopolitan Las Vegas was named the winner of the Spa Manager Dedication Award in recognition for her commitment in the workplace and support of her peers. Her team from the Sahra Spa was well represented in her support and the humble, hardworking spa manager received due recognition from the LVSA.

Jennifer Barker and the team from Cosmopolitan Las Vegas

Jennifer Barker and the team from Cosmopolitan Las Vegas

 

Deirdre Strunk the Spa Director at Canyon Ranch was named Spa Director of the Year for her lengthy list of accomplishments. Her support of fellow spa directors and managers, commitment to charity events in Las Vegas and leadership at our largest spa made her an easy choice. She was supported by her Canyon Ranch Spa team, friends, family and all her fellow LVSA spa directors and vendor partners.

The LVSA Board and Deirdre Strunk

The LVSA Board and Deirdre Strunk

 

Michelle Wilkos has new LVSA role

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Las Vegas, NV. September 21, 2015 – The Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) has promoted Michelle Wilkos to the position of Director of Business Development. She has been a LVSA Board member since 2002.

Her responsibilities will include expanding vendor relationships, creating collaborations with Las Vegas area B2B ventures and increasing LVSA membership with both the domestic and international spa communities.

Michelle’s experience and knowledge of Las Vegas makes her the ideal candidate to educate and guide spa members, vendors and industry peers toward an increased understanding of opportunities for growth with the world’s largest luxury spa market.

For more information please visit: https://www.lvspas.com/michelle-wilkos/