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International SPA Association

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Since 1991, the International SPA Association has been recognised worldwide as the professional organisation and voice of the spa industry.
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International SPA Association: News and press releases
31 Mar 2026
The International Spa Association (ISPA) Conference 2026 has begun today at The Venetian in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, where it will continue until Thursday 2 April.
31 Mar 2026
The US spa industry is making steady, meaningful progress, with revenue reaching US$23.
03 Mar 2026
Thirty-one research-backed strategies to positively influence spa guests ahead of their arrival have been published in a consumer-focused report by the ISPA Research Foundation.
14 Nov 2025
Kate Mearns will receive the 2026 ISPA Dedicated Contributor Award in recognition of her contributions to the spa industry.
29 Jun 2025
The International Spa Association (ISPA) has announced its newly elected board officers for 2025, including Kenneth Ryan as chair.
18 Jun 2025
Spa staff compensation across market sectors has been revealed in the full 2025 US Spa Industry Study, published by the International Spa Association (ISPA) Foundation.
05 Apr 2025
US Consumers are rapidly changing their attitudes towards spas as global events increase anxiety levels.
12 Mar 2025
The US spa industry has hit another all-time high, generating a record US$22.5 billion (€20.6 billion, £17.4 billion) in revenue in 2024 – a 5.8 per cent increase from 2023’s US$21.3 billion (€19.5 billion, £16.4 billion).
11 Mar 2025
Spa and wellness professionals from around the world have descended on Colorado Springs for the annual ISPA Conference & Expo, which kicks off today at The Broadmoor.
08 Jan 2025
On day two of the highly-anticipated 2025 ISPA Conference, world-renowned restaurateur Will Guidara will take to the main stage to present tried-and-true insights into fostering remarkable hospitality at every checkpoint of the guest journey.
15 Aug 2024
The International Spa Association (ISPA) has celebrated industry consultant Anna Moine with the 2025 ISPA Dedicated Contributor Award.
24 Apr 2024
The US spa industry is continuing its upward trajectory, achieving an unprecedented milestone with a record-breaking revenue of US$21.3 billion in 2023, surpassing the previous high of US$20.1 billion in 2022.
International SPA Association: featured in our publications
Spa Business 2026 issue 2
The Iran war has shaken the world and will have long-lasting consequences for tourism. Industry experts share their views on likely impacts and how to navigate them with Liz Terry
Research: Behind the boom
Spa Business 2025 issue 3
In a Spa Business exclusive, the author of the 2025 ISPA US Spa Industry Study, Colin Mcilheney, reveals the fresh trends and opportunities shaping the US sector’s next wave of growth
Spa Business Handbook 2025 issue 1
The US spa industry continues to show steady growth. Nelson Lane offers a look into ISPA’s latest ‘Big Five’ statistics
Research round-up: State of play
Spa Business Handbook 2024 issue 1
Spa revenue is at an all-time high in the US for the second year running, but does this momentum have a threshold? Megan Whitby digs into the findings of two fresh ISPA studies
Spa Business 2024 issue 2
Spa revenue is at an all-time high in the US for the second year running, but does this momentum have a threshold? Megan Whitby digs into the findings of two fresh ISPA studies
Spa Business 2023 issue 3
A deeper analysis of ISPA’s latest study shows that despite record KPIs, the US spa industry continues to face workforce shortages, as Eloise Corner from PricewaterhouseCoopers Research reports
Spa People: 20th anniversary issue: Lynne McNees
Spa Business 2023 issue 3
In 2050, we envision an industry which has significantly expanded stature to influence policy and society
US research: Milestone moment
Spa Business Handbook 2023 issue 1
Revenue is at an all-time high in the US spa industry according to ISPA’s latest study. Megan Whitby outlines the findings
News report: Milestone moment
Spa Business 2023 issue 2
Revenue in the US spa industry has exceeded the US$20bn mark according to ISPA’s latest stats
About International SPA Association
ISPA members gather in person each year at the ISPA Conference to experience the latest innovations and trending developments in the spa industry
Background
Since 1991, the International SPA Association has been recognised worldwide as the professional organisation and voice of the spa industry. As a non-profit trade organisation, ISPA members are the heart of the association and encompass the entire arena of the spa world from day, club, destination, medical and resort/hotel spas to service providers, educators and resource partners. Through their volunteer contributions, the association works in unison to address the opportunities, challenges and advance the future of the global spa industry.

Main products and services
ISPA advances the spa industry by providing invaluable educational, research and networking opportunities, promoting the value of the spa experience and speaking as the authoritative voice to foster professionalism and growth among its membership. Through offering practical resources, cutting-edge industry research reports, inspiring networking events and more, ISPA seeks to assist its members in surpassing their operational goals and capitalising on every opportunity to maximise revenue, sharing the benefits of spa and making a difference in their communities. From topical Snapshot Survey research reports to the annual ISPA Conference, members are invited to take advantage of the collective knowledge and strength of the spa community in a way that equips them with the necessary tools to rise above challenges and provide the best possible experience in the lives of guests and clients.

USPs
ISPA is the leading global network of spa industry professionals and the chief source of practical resources which sustain spa professionals through prosperity and hardship alike. The sense of belonging, togetherness, co-operation and collaboration ISPA has cultivated throughout the past few years demonstrates the strength and impact of ISPA’s collective spirit, as the association was called the “mothership of the spa industry” in the height of the pandemic due to its resiliency in the face of staggering uncertainty.

ISPA is also the only non-profit international association featuring professional education which applies specifically to the spa industry. Additionally, ISPA’s Pulse magazine is constantly kept fresh with articles on pressing industry subjects, along with insights and updates from a deeply knowledgeable membership base.

Where in the world?
ISPA is fortunate to have members all around the globe and a Board of Directors representing a diverse set of regions. The ISPA Headquarters team is based in Lexington, Kentucky, USA.
International SPA Association
Tel: 1.859.226.4292
Address: 2365 Harrodsburg Road, Suite A325, Lexington, Kentucky, 40504, United States
ISPA President Lynne McNees
 
Who's who
Lynne McNees, president
Crystal Ducker, vice president
Scot T. Gillies, Pulse executive editor.
Plans for the next 12 months
From 31 March – 2 April 2026, the annual ISPA Conference will be returning to The Venetian in Las Vegas for the first time in more than five years. As technology continues to introduce new opportunities in the way spa business is done, attendees will be invited to discover the future of spa in new and exciting ways.

ISPA will continue to unveil new research studies, educational resources and opportunities for members to engage with industry-leading business tools.

ISPA will also continue to focus on its work with partners, legislators, educational institutions and career fairs to promote and educate students and employee prospects about the many benefits of a career in spa.
 
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International SPA Association

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Since 1991, the International SPA Association has been recognised worldwide as the professional organisation and voice of the spa industry.
Find out more about International SPA Association here...
International SPA Association: News and press releases
31 Mar 2026
The International Spa Association (ISPA) Conference 2026 has begun today at The Venetian in Las Vegas, Nevada, US, where it will continue until Thursday 2 April.
31 Mar 2026
The US spa industry is making steady, meaningful progress, with revenue reaching US$23.
03 Mar 2026
Thirty-one research-backed strategies to positively influence spa guests ahead of their arrival have been published in a consumer-focused report by the ISPA Research Foundation.
14 Nov 2025
Kate Mearns will receive the 2026 ISPA Dedicated Contributor Award in recognition of her contributions to the spa industry.
29 Jun 2025
The International Spa Association (ISPA) has announced its newly elected board officers for 2025, including Kenneth Ryan as chair.
18 Jun 2025
Spa staff compensation across market sectors has been revealed in the full 2025 US Spa Industry Study, published by the International Spa Association (ISPA) Foundation.
05 Apr 2025
US Consumers are rapidly changing their attitudes towards spas as global events increase anxiety levels.
12 Mar 2025
The US spa industry has hit another all-time high, generating a record US$22.5 billion (€20.6 billion, £17.4 billion) in revenue in 2024 – a 5.8 per cent increase from 2023’s US$21.3 billion (€19.5 billion, £16.4 billion).
11 Mar 2025
Spa and wellness professionals from around the world have descended on Colorado Springs for the annual ISPA Conference & Expo, which kicks off today at The Broadmoor.
08 Jan 2025
On day two of the highly-anticipated 2025 ISPA Conference, world-renowned restaurateur Will Guidara will take to the main stage to present tried-and-true insights into fostering remarkable hospitality at every checkpoint of the guest journey.
15 Aug 2024
The International Spa Association (ISPA) has celebrated industry consultant Anna Moine with the 2025 ISPA Dedicated Contributor Award.
24 Apr 2024
The US spa industry is continuing its upward trajectory, achieving an unprecedented milestone with a record-breaking revenue of US$21.3 billion in 2023, surpassing the previous high of US$20.1 billion in 2022.
International SPA Association: featured in our publications
Spa Business 2026 issue 2
The Iran war has shaken the world and will have long-lasting consequences for tourism. Industry experts share their views on likely impacts and how to navigate them with Liz Terry
Research: Behind the boom
Spa Business 2025 issue 3
In a Spa Business exclusive, the author of the 2025 ISPA US Spa Industry Study, Colin Mcilheney, reveals the fresh trends and opportunities shaping the US sector’s next wave of growth
Spa Business Handbook 2025 issue 1
The US spa industry continues to show steady growth. Nelson Lane offers a look into ISPA’s latest ‘Big Five’ statistics
Research round-up: State of play
Spa Business Handbook 2024 issue 1
Spa revenue is at an all-time high in the US for the second year running, but does this momentum have a threshold? Megan Whitby digs into the findings of two fresh ISPA studies
Spa Business 2024 issue 2
Spa revenue is at an all-time high in the US for the second year running, but does this momentum have a threshold? Megan Whitby digs into the findings of two fresh ISPA studies
Spa Business 2023 issue 3
A deeper analysis of ISPA’s latest study shows that despite record KPIs, the US spa industry continues to face workforce shortages, as Eloise Corner from PricewaterhouseCoopers Research reports
Spa People: 20th anniversary issue: Lynne McNees
Spa Business 2023 issue 3
In 2050, we envision an industry which has significantly expanded stature to influence policy and society
US research: Milestone moment
Spa Business Handbook 2023 issue 1
Revenue is at an all-time high in the US spa industry according to ISPA’s latest study. Megan Whitby outlines the findings
News report: Milestone moment
Spa Business 2023 issue 2
Revenue in the US spa industry has exceeded the US$20bn mark according to ISPA’s latest stats
About International SPA Association
ISPA members gather in person each year at the ISPA Conference to experience the latest innovations and trending developments in the spa industry
Background
Since 1991, the International SPA Association has been recognised worldwide as the professional organisation and voice of the spa industry. As a non-profit trade organisation, ISPA members are the heart of the association and encompass the entire arena of the spa world from day, club, destination, medical and resort/hotel spas to service providers, educators and resource partners. Through their volunteer contributions, the association works in unison to address the opportunities, challenges and advance the future of the global spa industry.

Main products and services
ISPA advances the spa industry by providing invaluable educational, research and networking opportunities, promoting the value of the spa experience and speaking as the authoritative voice to foster professionalism and growth among its membership. Through offering practical resources, cutting-edge industry research reports, inspiring networking events and more, ISPA seeks to assist its members in surpassing their operational goals and capitalising on every opportunity to maximise revenue, sharing the benefits of spa and making a difference in their communities. From topical Snapshot Survey research reports to the annual ISPA Conference, members are invited to take advantage of the collective knowledge and strength of the spa community in a way that equips them with the necessary tools to rise above challenges and provide the best possible experience in the lives of guests and clients.

USPs
ISPA is the leading global network of spa industry professionals and the chief source of practical resources which sustain spa professionals through prosperity and hardship alike. The sense of belonging, togetherness, co-operation and collaboration ISPA has cultivated throughout the past few years demonstrates the strength and impact of ISPA’s collective spirit, as the association was called the “mothership of the spa industry” in the height of the pandemic due to its resiliency in the face of staggering uncertainty.

ISPA is also the only non-profit international association featuring professional education which applies specifically to the spa industry. Additionally, ISPA’s Pulse magazine is constantly kept fresh with articles on pressing industry subjects, along with insights and updates from a deeply knowledgeable membership base.

Where in the world?
ISPA is fortunate to have members all around the globe and a Board of Directors representing a diverse set of regions. The ISPA Headquarters team is based in Lexington, Kentucky, USA.
Plans for the next 12 months
From 31 March – 2 April 2026, the annual ISPA Conference will be returning to The Venetian in Las Vegas for the first time in more than five years. As technology continues to introduce new opportunities in the way spa business is done, attendees will be invited to discover the future of spa in new and exciting ways.

ISPA will continue to unveil new research studies, educational resources and opportunities for members to engage with industry-leading business tools.

ISPA will also continue to focus on its work with partners, legislators, educational institutions and career fairs to promote and educate students and employee prospects about the many benefits of a career in spa.
Key personnel
Lynne McNees, president
Crystal Ducker, vice president
Scot T. Gillies, Pulse executive editor.
International SPA Association
Tel: 1.859.226.4292
Address: 2365 Harrodsburg Road, Suite A325, Lexington, Kentucky, 40504, United States
ISPA President Lynne McNees
 


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