Sedona, Arizona-based spa product manufacturer Body Bliss has named Thalia Walkup as business development manager for the natural product line.

A chiropractic doctor and acupuncturist who owned several wellness clinics and a medi-spa, Walkup will grow Body Bliss’s core business, while expanding into new markets. Her initial business development goals are to support current clients’ aromatherapy programmes while creating brand awareness.

“Thalia adds a lot of depth and insight to our growing company,” said Nick James, CEO and founder. “Her educational background and interests are a very complementary fit with Body Bliss. She understands the natural products industry, and how to make aromatherapy accessible and profitable.”

Walkup said that she’s always been interested in “all things health and wellness, including aromatherapy.

“I’m blown away by the integrity of the company and the quality of the Body Bliss products,” she said. “It’s exciting to be working with current clients, while spreading the Body Bliss message farther and wider.”

Walkup said she plans to expand the American brand’s audience.

“I see our opportunities in the spa industry as endless – especially in light of the continued growing wellness movement,” she said.