May 31st, 2007

San Diego, CA
Dana Stallings, a principal of Spa Velia in San Diego, CA, has been appointed as chairperson for the 2007 Speaker Task Force for the International SPA Association (ISPA). The committee oversees review and selection of Conference Speakers for ISPA's 2007 Conference. Previously, Dana served on the ISPA Education Committee's Special Task Force, which was responsible for creating the ISPA Spa Standard Operations Manuals. She also served as the 2006 ISPA Education Chair and has worked closely with the committee to develop the ISPA Consumer Bill of Rights, Consumer and Professionals Spa Glossary and the Spa Professional's Guide to the Spa Industry.

ISPA's membership is comprised of more than 2,700 health and wellness facilities and providers from 75 countries. Ms. Stallings has been a member of ISPA for the past four years, Spa Velia has been an ISPA member since its grand opening in October, 2005.

Dana brings more then sixteen years of spa experience and a passion for excellence with her to the Spa Industry. She attended San Diego State University, where she majored in International Business with an emphasis in Marketing. Dana is well-versed in all aspects of Management from Operations to Marketing and has successfully guided and managed top Resort Spas, Day Spas, and Club Spas in San Diego, California. Enjoying the success of a flourishing Spa Business, Dana enjoys sharing her knowledge and experience as a Senior Consultant for Creative Spa Concepts.

ISPA is recognized worldwide as the leading professional organization and voice of the spa industry. Founded in 1991, ISPA advances the spa industry by providing invaluable educational and networking opportunities, promoting the value of the spa experience and speaking as the authoritative voice to foster professionalism and growth.

Spas are places devoted to enhancing overall well-being through a variety of professional services that encourage the renewal of mind, body and spirit.