Pulse Legacy Archive January / February 2012 | Page 20

member news
The cool happenings and newsworthy events from ISPA members.
BY CHRISTINE SCHILLING

THE SPA SHIFT
More announcements marking spa industry players on the move.

Kristine Bonsack

Melanie Edwards

Shawn Hallum

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Kristin Bonsack has been appointed to the newly created Director of Wellness position at the
Island House Spa at the Longboat Key Club & Resort in Longboat Key, Florida. Bonsack will
oversee all spa, fitness and wellness-related activities for club members and resort guest.

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Melanie Edwards, previously in a consulting position within SpaEquip, recently joined the
company.

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Kimberlee Geng has been appointed National Education and Training Manager for Sothys
USA Inc. Geng’s new responsibilities include developing tools and protocols for product
usage and professional treatments, designing and implementing training and organizing educational classes, trade shows and networking events.

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Soraya Thonier has been named the new Marketing Coordinator for Sothys USA Inc. Formerly
the Marketing and PR assistant at Fraiche PR in New York, Thonier will bring her knowledge
to the Sothys team to assist in expanding business and strengthening existing customer relationships as well as developing marketing plans for product launches, promotions and
educational materials.

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Robert Vance is the new Vice President of Operations, Mid-Atlantic & Southeast Region for
Red Door Spas. With his new appointment, Vance has resigned from the ISPA Board of
Directors per the ISPA Bylaws.

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Shawn Hallum is appointed Vice President of Operations, Northeast Region for Red Door Spas.

Soraya Thonier

Robert Vance

OPEN FOR BUSINESS
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The Ballantyne Hotel & Lodge of Charlotte, North Carolina announced the
completion of a renovation to The Spa at Ballantyne. The makeover
includes new earth-toned décor, upgraded equipment and lighting and
tranquil lounge areas, while maintaining a sleek, contemporary look. Along
with the renovation, Spa Ballantyne has also introduced a new menu of spa
treatments inspired by the Four Elements—Earth, Water, Air and Fire.

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Château Élan Winery & Resort in Braselton, Georgia recently completed the
second phase of a comprehensive $3-million transformation to the
European-style spa. The $1.5 million second phase renovation includes
improvements to all guest suites at the Spa, two spa library areas, the Fleur
de Lis restaurant, front desk, gift shop and lobby. Chateau Elan Winery &
Resort is also ISPA Connect's venue set on June 11, 2012.

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January/February 2012

Ballantyne
Hotel & Lodge

Château Élan
Winery &
Resort