Oct 1st, 2008

San Diego, CA
Spa Velia Principal, Dana Stallings, has been nominated for the San Diego Business Journal's 15th Annual "Women Who Mean Business" Award. This award recognizes dynamic women business leaders and role models, selected for their achievements and contributions to career and community in San Diego. Notable criteria include the impact Stallings has made in her workplace, profession, community and how she inspires others to do the same.

"Dana Stallings is whom I immediately thought of when a call came for nominations for this year's Women Who Mean Business Awards." says Lisa Druxman, CEO of Stroller Strides and past recipient of the WWMBA.

"Dana is changing the face of business in San Diego through her contributions to the local community, local spa industry and achievements at Spa Velia. Dana is the visionary behind the upcoming launch of the San Diego Spa Association (SDSA) slated for beginning of 2009. SDSA will be a place where Spa Industry professionals can come together to share knowledge and to elevate the consciousness of the Spa Industry through community action. Dana's dedication to charitable work allows her to be actively involved on the Board of Directors for SPACare, the industry's largest organized charitable giving resource, created to cultivate the philanthropic efforts of the spa, wellness and beauty communities. She is beloved by her team and her clients and is committed to offering exceptional service. Dana is passionate about her business and continues to be innovative in her marketing and growth strategy for her business."

The 15th Annual Women Who Mean Business awards program will take place on the evening of Thursday, October 23 at the Town & Country Resort emceed by Pat Brown of KNSD and Geni Cavitt of 10 News. It is presented by the San Diego Business Journal and Procopio, Cory, Hargreaves & Savitch LLP. The current co-sponsors are Bollatta Entertainment, Comerica Bank, Kaiser Permanente, Town & Country Resort and WITI.

Spa Velia, has been chosen as Day Spa Magazines Diamond Day Spa of the Year, San Diego's Best Day Spa 2007 and Best Facial 2008 and Best Relaxation Massage 2008 by San Diego Citysearch voters. Spa Velia, an old world, luxury day spa, is located directly across from the Hotel W in Little Italy and features several one-of-a-kind amenities, including the contemplative relaxation lounge, Swiss seven-head showers and the immensely popular Couples Suite. Spa Velia's loyal following of devotees continues to grow, as city dwellers, business types and downtown hotel guests alike discover this unique, old world escape from the stress of daily life. Spa Velia is located at 401 West A Street, Suite 180 in San Diego (619.235.0000) www.spavelia.com.