ISPA FOUNDATION
FOUNDATION
2017
ISPA FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OFFICERS
CHAIRMAN Frank Pitsikalis ResortSuite
VICE CHAIRMAN Sharilyn Abbajay Abbajay & Associates, LLC
DIRECTORS Todd Shaw ISPA Chairman
Todd Hewitt ISPA Vice Chairman
Lynne McNees ISPA President
Trends, Forecasts and the Importance of Supporting the ISPA Foundation
In a one-on-one conversation with ISPA Foundation Chairman Frank Pitsikalis, Éminence Organic Skin Care General Manager Attila Koronczay discusses the ISPA Foundation’ s research as well as emerging trends in the spa industry.
Frank Pitsikalis: In your opinion, what makes the ISPA Foundation’ s mission and work so important to the spa industry? Attila Koronczay: The ISPA Foundation’ s mission is integral to the success of the spa industry. Providing a path to exciting talents seeking to enter the spa industry through scholarships, as well as providing the most comprehensive, reputable collection data on the spa industry, the ISPA Foundation actively shapes the future of the spa business.
MEDICAL ADVISOR Brent Bauer, M. D. Mayo Clinic
HONORARY BOARD MEMBERS Ruth Stricker The Marsh, A Center for Balance and Fitness
Deborah Szekely WELLNESS WARRIOR
The ISPA Foundation wishes to thank the following supporters for their generous contributions:
LUMINARY Ruth Stricker
BENEFACTOR Dr. Howard Murad
PATRON Red Door Spas ResortSuite
P: How do you use the research provided by the ISPA Foundation? K: Our team dives into the research provided by the ISPA Foundation to get a better understanding of what spa directors anticipate for growth, their feedback, forecasting and thoughts on the industry. This knowledge helps us to be the best partner possible to our spas.
P: In your view, what does the future of the spa industry look like? K: I see the spa industry at the forefront of socially and environmentally conscious business. We are comprised of a network of healers; it seems fitting that we will also be healers to our businesses. I also predict a rising trend in purity of ingredients and a return to our roots for growing and farming with the most traditional methods possible.
P: What are some emerging spa industry trends you have noticed? K: Wellness is now a part of the conversation, whereas two years ago, it was still considered a trend. In addition, consumers are more educated now and seeking more than just a spa visit. Consumers are looking for unique experiences that will remind them of how that facial or treatment made them feel for years to come.
— FRANK PITSIKALIS, ISPA FOUNDATION CHAIRMAN
January / February 2017 ■ PULSE 57