Global Spa Summit 2009

In 1983, Technogym President Nerio Alessandri designed his first fitness equipment. Since then, the company has grown to become a leading player in the Wellness field. Employing 1500 people, Technogym counts more than 50,000 installations in hotels, spas, clubs, home and corporate facilities. Technogym is present in over 100 countries and is the official fitness equipment supplier to many professional teams and associations including the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.  Visit Technogym at www.technogym.com.

ESPA International, United Kingdom

ESPA International understands that often the difference between a good spa and a great spa is in the attention to the finer details. The UK-based company is dedicated to setting 5-star spa standards globally through a highly personalized approach, award-winning training, luxurious natural products and advanced holistic treatments, all of which, when combined, provide a total spa solution.  Behind the success of ESPA International is passion - a genuine excitement and enthusiasm for creating superior spas, and serious skincare and treatments that really work. The Victoria-Jungfrau has an outstanding ESPA spa, which is offering a 50% discount on spa treatments to delegates staying at the hotel. For further information visit www.espaonline.com.

Intelligent Spas, Singapore

Founded in Singapore in 2001, Intelligent Spas has pioneered spa industry research across the greater Asia Pacific region and continues to publish a range of Spa Business & Operations Manuals, Spa Consumer Surveys and Spa Industry Surveys to assist the performance and growth of this important industry. Intelligent Spas' manuals and research findings are published in electronic report format and aim to be practical, intellectual and affordable, appreciating that many spas are small businesses with busy schedules and tight budgets. The Intelligent Spas Global Spa Benchmarking Program is now underway in over 60 countries. Visit Intelligent Spas at www.intelligentspas.com.

SpaBooker, United States

SpaBooker, a division of global spa resource SpaFinder, Inc., is a leading spa management and online booking solution that connects customers from across the Internet directly to a spa's appointment book, allowing spa-goers to view available treatments and times and book live, verified appointments at the spa. SpaBooker is a comprehensive solution that puts all the tools a spa needs a simple mouse-click away. SpaBooker is equipped with a complete point-of-sale (POS) system with fully integrated credit card processing, cash handling and inventory management built in. In addition, the credit card processing feature comes with some of the lowest merchant rates in the industry. The robust reporting options offered by SpaBooker also allow spas to instantly export financial information to QuickBooks. Visit SpaBooker at www.spa-booker.com.

Murad Inclusive Health Center®, United States

Based in Los Angeles, CA, the Murad global headquarters are the home to the Murad Medical Group, Murad Labs, and the revolutionary Murad Inclusive Health Center®. This latest development from the pioneer of doctor-branded skincare and medical spa movements transcends traditional day spas as it combines clinically proven skin and body care treatments with luxurious spa services in one elegant, seamless environment. Murad skincare products are available at the Murad Inclusive Health Center® and are sold in select spas, salons and medical centers in over 33 countries worldwide. Visit Murad at www.murad.com.

KLAFS, Germany

The KLAFS group is a world market provider of sauna and spa equipment to hotels, resorts, health clubs, thermal spas, cruise ships, and private homes or holiday houses. Offering the highest quality products, KLAFS has a highly skilled engineering team that provides services from technical planning to turn-key installation. As one of the only companies in the market with its own development and production facility, KLAFS recent and current projects include the spa at the Dolder Grand in Zurich, the Tschuggen Bergoase in Arosa, the complete AIDA cruise fleet, the ESPA Riga in Latvia, the Leela in Mumbai, the Ritz-Carlton in Dublin and in Moscow, and many others around the globe. For more information visit www.klafs.com.

The Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne (EHL), founded in 1893, is a non-profit foundation, recognized world-wide as a model of excellence in hospitality management education. Its three accredited university-level programs are designed to serve the needs of today's and tomorrow's international hospitality industry. EHL is a truly global community, comprised of over 1900 students representing more than 90 different nationalities and 310 faculty and staff members from 35 different countries. EHL also offers a wide range of services tailored to the hospitality industry including applied research, executive education, consulting and business development. Visit the Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne at www.ehl.edu.   

Cornell School of Hotel Administration, United States

Founded in 1922, Cornell University's School of Hotel Administration was one of the first collegiate program in hospitality management. Today it is regarded as the world leader in its field. The Hotel School's highly talented and motivated students learn from 60 full-time faculty members - all experts in their chosen disciplines. Learning takes place in state-of-the-art classrooms, in the on-campus Statler Hotel, and in varied industry settings around the world. The result: a supremely accomplished alumni group - corporate executives and entrepreneurs who advance the industry and share their wisdom and experience with our students and faculty. Visit Cornell at www.hotelschool.cornell.edu.

Smith Travel Research, United States

Founded in 1985 as an independent research firm, Smith Travel Research (STR) is the recognized leader in providing accurate, actionable information and analysis to the lodging industry. STR provides information and analysis to all major U.S. hotel chains. Individual hotels, management companies, appraisers, consultants, investors, lenders and other lodging industry analysts also rely on STR data for the accuracy they require. With the most comprehensive database of hotel performance information ever compiled, STR has developed a variety of products and services to meet the needs of industry leaders. Visit STR at www.strglobal.com.

The world’s largest spa marketing and media company, SpaFinder reaches millions of wellness-focused consumers via its global media network, including the award-winning SpaFinder.com, and the annual Global SpaFinder Directory. SpaFinder Europe and SpaFinder Japan offer regional spa marketing programs, including localized, native-language websites showcasing day spas, salon spas, and other spas unique to the cultural setting. SpaFinder Gift Certificates and Gift Cards are redeemable at 4,000+ spas worldwide and available at thousands of retail outlets across North America and the United Kingdom. Founded in 1986, the privately held company is headquartered in Manhattan. Visit SpaFinder at www.spafinder.com.

SWISS International Air Lines, Ltd. is Switzerland’s national airline. Its 77-aircraft fleet serves 76 destinations around the world from its Zurich hub and from Basel and Geneva international airports. As part of the Lufthansa Group and a member of the global Star Alliance, SWISS will remain true to its mission of providing quality air services that link Switzerland with Europe and the world. Swiss International Air Lines, Ltd. is proud to be the Official Carrier for the Global Spa Summit in Interlaken and is offering special Congress Fares to all participants for travel 14 days prior and 14 days after the Global Spa Summit. Visit SWISS Air at www.swiss.com.

Located in a unique position between the city of Zurich and a naturally green zone, the Dolder Grand has, since 1899, offered unrivalled views of the city, the lake and the Alps. Featuring a pioneering geo-thermal energy concept, the recently renovated hotel features 173 luxurious rooms and suites in the fully restored historic Main Building and in the new Spa and Golf Wings; the 40,000 square-foot Spa was designed by GSS delegate Sylvia Sepielli. The Dolder Grand is offering Summit delegates a special room-rate as well as a 30% discount on spa treatments. For more information, visit www.thedoldergrand.ch.

Clinique La Prairie, founded in 1931, has acquired a worldwide reputation as an expert on preventative medicine, health, well-being and beauty therapies. The clinic’s exclusive treatment, CLP Extract, is a means of stimulating the immune system and slowing the aging process. The clinic’s latest project, a luxurious and multi-faceted health spa, which incorporates a heated salt water pool, is staffed by highly trained multi-lingual specialists, and provides a wide range of life enhancing treatments, from thalassotherapy and weight management to exercise and fitness programs. Clinique La Prairie is offering delegates a rare opportunity to tour the spa, followed by a networking cocktail reception. For more information on Clinique La Prairie, visit www.laprairie.ch.

Forever Laser Institut is a full-service medical spa owned and operated by Drs. Barbara and Luigi Polla. Situated on Rue du Rhone, Geneva's most upscale shopping destination, the spa specializes in non-surgical alternatives for face and body rejuvenation. The 6,600-square-foot facility's offers state-of-the-art treatments including Mesotherapy, injections, chemical peels, and laser treatments. Their daughter, Ada Polla, is the President of Alchimie-Forever, a world-renowned antioxidant skincare line. Delegates are invited to join the Polla’s in a tour their facility and to experience a complimentary express facial. For more information on the Forever Laser Institut, please visit www.forever-beauty.com.

The Victoria-Jungfrau collection is a small but exclusive hotel group comprised of four of Switzerland's leading luxury hotels: the Victoria-Jungfrau Grand Hotel & Spa in Interlaken, the Palace Luzern on Lake Lucerne, the Bellevue Palace in Berne and the Eden au Lac in Zurich. Each hotel is individually managed but shares a wealth of timeless tradition, a rich heritage of hospitality and commitment to top quality service. The Victoria-Jungfrau Grant Hotel & Spa, the Summit venue for 2009, has received numerous accolades – most recently as best Spa of Europe by GEO-season, a leading German publication. For more information on the Victoria-Jungfrau Collection, visit www.vjc.ch.