2014 LVSA Awards

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(L to R) Kate Wind LVSA Board, Shannon Stringert LVSA Board, Stephanie Doud LVSA Board, Jennifer Lynn LVSA Board Chair, Blake Feeney LVSA 2014 Spa Director of the Year, Michelle Wilkos LVSA Board, Michael Garvey LVSA President

(L to R) Kate Wind LVSA Board, Shannon Stringert LVSA Board, Stephanie Doud LVSA Board, Jennifer Lynn LVSA Board Chair, Blake Feeney LVSA 2014 Spa Director of the Year, Michelle Wilkos LVSA Board, Michael Garvey LVSA President

Las Vegas, NV, December 4, 2014 – The Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) held their year end Spa Director’s Social. It was hosted by the Spa at Mandalay Bay Resort on the Las Vegas strip. The event was highlighted with the presentation of the 2014 LVSA Awards.

Matt Gallagher, Spa Director at New York New York was presented with the Bill Ochoa Humanitarian Award for his time, effort and charitable contributions during the year. Professional Massage was named Outstanding Member for their continued support and contributions to the LVSA. Joy Matti from The Linq Hotel & Casino won the Spa Manager Dedication Award in recognition for her commitment in the workplace and support of her peers within the LVSA.

Blake Feeney, the former Spa Director at Wynn & Encore and Canyon Ranch was named Spa Director of the Year for his legacy in the spa industry, leadership role in representing Las Vegas spas and years of support. Also a Board member of the International Spa Association (ISPA), Mr. Feeney is now the Principal at Feeney & Co., a Las Vegas area consulting firm.

The Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) was started in 2002 as a networking solution for Las Vegas spa directors and vendors. The propose was to inspire and encourage spa directors to share ideas, services and industry trends in a fun, social setting with the goal of providing the best possible spa experience for Las Vegas guests. For more information please visit: www.lvspas.com

LVSA NextStep Event 2014

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LVSA Fitness Class for CharityTough Love Photo #2

Las Vegas, NV. October 5, 2014 – The Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) held their 2nd annual charity event called “Tough Love Fitness.” Members of “TEAM LVSA” worked out with Super Trainer Steven Maresca.  The event raised awareness and provided funds to benefit NextStep Fitness which assists persons living with paralysis and other physical disabilities.

Event Chair Matt Gallagher, Spa Director from New York, New York led a team of over 25 participants. “Wow, I was exhausted… and extremely proud to have this opportunity.  The class was great.  I was very happy to be able to assist the LVSA and NextStep Fitness. We had great support this year.”

The 50 minute energy charged class event took place outside at the South Point Casino and Spa pool area and TEAM LVSA raised over $3000. The event was sponsored by The Dumbell Man Fitness Equipment.

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

LVSA 2014 Spa Survey

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survey photo#1Las Vegas, NV. August15, 2014 – The Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) will hold the 5th Annual LVSA Spa Survey on Friday, October 3rd, 2014 at the Mandarin Oriental Las Vegas. Once again LVSA Board Member Liz Lesser and Board Chair Jennifer Lynn will host the event for the biggest and best spas in the world.

The resort hotel spa setting in Las Vegas is like no other. Visitors expect to have an experience that is unique to the city. A luxury spa visitor to Las Vegas has an expectation of service that is unsurpassed in the destination spa world.  The annual LVSA Spa Survey has become an important part in the improved operations for over 30 Las Vegas area resort spa locations.

Facts

There were approximately 39 million visitors to Las Vegas last year. They had access to the largest number of world class destination spas anywhere.

  • Over 40 destination/resort spa locations
  •  Spas combine for over 800 treatment rooms
  • Spas may have over 200 spa visits per day
  • Large Spas may have over 400 fitness visits per day
  • Combined estimated revenue of over $200 million
  • Spas in Las Vegas are the largest in the world
  • Largest Spas may be up to 70,000 square feet over 80 treatment rooms
  • Spas provide state of the art fitness and wellness centers
  • Rooms, spa, shows, dining now make up more than 70% of resort revenue
  • Resort Fee model has increased spa fitness visits by 600%

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

LVSA 2014 Spring Social

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LVSA Board members Jennifer Lohman, Michelle Wilkos, Liz Lesser and Jennifer Lynn

LVSA Board members Jennifer Lohman, Michelle Wilkos, Liz Lesser and Jennifer Lynn

Las Vegas, NV. May 8, 2014 – The Las Vegas Spa Association (LVSA) held their 2014 Spring Social hosted by the Spa and Salon at The Mirage.  The poolside event was supported by sponsors; Lalicious, Coola, Ageless Aesthetics and WELLBEATS.

The vendor sponsors provided mini treatments and product displays in the poolside cabanas. Members of LVSA Board entertained and raffled vendor prize baskets for the gathering of LVSA spa members.

LVSA Board Chair, Jennifer Lynn thanked the host Stephanie Doud and her spa staff and stated, “This was another great event that helps celebrate our 12th Anniversary in 2014. The LVSA has truly set the standard for local spa organizations.”