Pulse September 2016 | Page 98

“One of the most important things you can do on this earth is to let people know they are not alone.” — SHANNON L. ALDER that happens once a year. Although I think we would all agree, it’s so much more than that! Especially considering the many stories we’ve heard throughout the year about the ISPA Conference & Expo creating lifelong friendships— romantic relationships—and even a few babies. We hope ISPA is more than just an event to you too, but your community 365 days a year. We are eager to help you get to know the people in your community a little bit better by launching People of ISPA. During my 20+ year tenure at ISPA, I have learned so many fun things about our members, including the various life paths that brought people to spa, their passions outside of work and fun facts that make that person unique. It is exciting for our members to experience these stories, learn more about their peers, and growth together as spa professionals and friends. This is our awesome community and these are our people, ISPA! How are you letting people know they are not alone? —LYNNE McNEES, ISPA PRESIDENT 96 PULSE ■ September 2016 STYLING & PHOTO BY ECHOSTARMAKER.COM Some outside of the ISPA community may think ISPA is just a conference