Pulse Legacy Archive October 2012 | Page 4

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FROM THE CHAIRMAN

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ello, ISPA! This time of the year has always been my favorite, especially because of the
ISPA Conference & Expo which recharges my personal and professional batteries every
year. I’m especially proud of this year’s lineup of speakers and of the Conference edition
of Pulse which is packed with essential Conference information and expert insights. To
help you make the most out of your Conference experience, let me share some words of wisdom
from a few of your ISPA Board of Directors.
SEAN HANDLER: “The keynote sessions inspire me each year. Don’t miss the exciting return of Jim
Collins [who will] teach us how to be great by choice.”
MICHAEL TOMPKINS: “Take a systematic approach to the Expo floor, taking your time on each row and
speaking with the resource partners. Remember, there’s only so much space in a booth and they might
have items not at Conference that you need to hear about. Finally, take time to ’be’ spa—introduce
yourself to a stranger or choose a [table] at lunch on the Expo floor where you don’t know anyone.”
DEBORAH WALDVOGEL: “Use the tools you receive before Conference to plan your time each day.
Choose your Professional Development Sessions, set up meetings with vendors you really want to
connect with, and attend the General Sessions. But also schedule some ‘free’ time each day for
opportunities to network, explore and take care of yourself.”
SHARILYN ABBAJAY: “Know your purpose and be prepared to be inspired by the keynote [and]
Professional Development Sessions speakers. Take time to experience a break in the Relaxation Area.
Don’t forget to download the ISPA [mobile] app and participate in the ISPA Foundation Live & Silent
Auction. Last but not least, have fun!”
PAUL SCHMIDT: “Make sure to take advantage of all the Professional Development Sessions. There is
information to glean from every session that will change you and your business for the better.”
PHILIPPE THERENE: “For resource partners, it’s all about doing your pre-conference homework
and having an attractive and interactive booth staffed [by] the best from your company. Have quality
material ready to hand out, bring enough business cards and take advantage of all the networking
opportunities Conference has to offer.”
This is sure to be our best Conference ever. See you out there!
—ELLA STIMPSON, ISPA CHAIRMAN

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2012 ISPA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
OFFICERS
CHAIRMAN
Ella Stimpson
Wynn and Encore Las Vegas
VICE CHAIRMAN
Michael Tompkins
Miraval Resort & Spa

DIRECTORS
Sharilyn Abbajay
Abbajay Collection, LLC
Sean Handler
Boyne Resorts/ Solace Spa
Thor Holm
Hammock Beach Resort

SECRETARY/TREASURER
Todd Walter
Red Door Spas

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Jeff Kohl
ISPA Foundation President

Philippe Therene
SpaEquip

Frank Pitsikalis
ResortSuite

Immediate Past Chair
Deborah Waldvogel
Sedona Resorts

Paul Schmidt
The Fairmont
Southampton-Willow
Stream Spa

Lynne McNees
ISPA President

MEDICAL ADVISOR
Dr. Brent Bauer, MD
Mayo Clinic