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StarrCast

The StarrCast: Where Wellness Works Hosted by Lisa Starr of Wynne Business, this podcast is your insider"s guide to thriving in the world of wellness. Whether you"re a seasoned spa director, wellness entrepreneur, or just launching your journey, each episode offers practical insights, proven tactics, and real stories from industry leaders. Stay ahead of the curve with expert interviews, trend breakdowns, and actionable strategies designed to help you grow a resilient, rewarding wellness career or

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31:08

World Wellness Weekend Promotes #WellnessForAll

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2022/09/07

Join the momentum as World Wellness Weekend is back for the 6th year in it's continued growth, this year with 4000 venues in 140 countries participating. Founder Jean-Guy de Gabriac shares his passion for connecting wellness seekers with local venues offering an amazing array of wellness-related activities, and explains how WWW aligns with the UN SDG 's.

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Lanserhof: Setting the Medical Resort Standard

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2022/07/07

With the opening of their newest Medical Resort on the German resort island of Sylt, the Lanserhof Group continues to raise the bar in their genre. Everything from architecture, decor & design, food and staff training has been intentionally created to support a detoxification, cleansing and centering journey for its guests. Group CMO Nils Behrens and Medical Director Dr. Jan Strikze share the purpose and thought behind the business model during my visit.

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53:13

Wellness Waters: World Bathing Day & Communal Bath...

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2022/06/17

Natural thermal springs and "taking the waters" have been hallmarks of communal wellness for hundreds of years, and the recent pandemic has renewed interest in this health practice. In advance of World Bathing Day on June 22, we hear from Charles Davidson, visionary entrepreneur and CEO of Peninsula Hot Springs in Victoria, Australia, on the latest developments in hot springs resorts, and how they can become a launching pad for regional tourism. https://www.femteconline.org/

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57:35

Supplier Perspective: The Consolidation of Beauty...

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2022/06/07

Long-time professionals in the spa world know the U.S. roots came from the salon industry, but the product and education supplier networks that existed 25 years ago have been completely up-ended by consolidation and the worldwide web. The process of delivering products and training is both easier, and harder, than ever! Distribution expert Brian McGee, General Manager of the nail supplier Dazzle Dry, shares his insights on what it takes to grow a beauty product business today.

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46:37

Supplier Perspective: Challenges and Opportunities in...

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2022/05/24

Jim Chenevey left the world of top-five consulting and international business to take ownership of Living Earth Crafts/Earthlite 20 years ago, and has never looked back. In our conversation, Chenevey reflects on owning and managing this global leader of massage & wellness equipment and product manufacturing, with annual sales of over 37k products across 193 countries. Chenevey's passion for wellness, people and the planet is evident throughout all aspects of company operations, and despite the

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33:53

Across State Lines: The Compact for U.S. Therapists

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2022/05/17

In the U.S., not only are massage therapists and estheticians licensed by different boards, these boards have different requirements for licensure in each of our 50 states, making it very difficult for therapists to work beyond their initial licensed area. However, change is looming; Deirdre Strunk, VP of Spa, Beauty, Fitness & Retail for Canyon Ranch, and a member on the Compact for Licensure task force, reports on the movement underway to update these generations-old regulations.

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36:41

Spa Business Update - Live from We Work Well in Spain

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2022/05/03

In spring of 2022, much of the world is receding from an active pandemic, although the results still linger. We check in with two spa leaders, Aldina Duarte-Ramos of Accor and Four Seasons' Christelle Besnier on how the spa and wellness industry is recovering in Europe and the Middle East. Recorded live at We Work Well EMEA 2022.

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56:31

The Challenges of Wellness Data

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2022/04/26

Wellness is in big demand, attracting developers who want to create projects with wellness elements; but the first question always is, where is the data? While we have excellent broad numbers on many wellness-related silos courtesy of the Global Wellness Institute, at the intersection of wellness and hospitality there is a dearth of detailed data on how spa and wellness components affect ADR or occupancy, or which particular services or experiences are in most demand. National Director of

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56:03

What is a Wellness Hotel?

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2022/04/20

Consumers today want wellness at every turn, including while traveling, and hotels are always promoting their wellness offerings, which may or may not be relevant to that guest. But did you know that in German-speaking Europe you could stay in a qualified "Wellness Hotel?" Wellness Hotels & Resorts has been certifying hotels for their quality of stay, food & environment for over 25 years! Managing Partner Michael Altewischer and Brand Ambassador Wilfried Dreckmann explain how a property becomes a

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55:02

Well Defined: Wellness Media Today

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2022/04/19

Now that "wellness" is front and center, you can find the term everywhere. While that's probably a good thing, it can also create confusion for those seeking information online. Julie Keller Callaghan and Heather Mikesell of Well Defined discuss how they position their website, and the process of sifting through information to provide content that is relevant for both consumers and professionals.

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57:37

Spa Design: Behind the Scenes

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2022/04/12

The world has approximately 160k spas, so what makes one more special than the next? Tune in to hear highly-regarded spa consultants Tracy Lee and her colleague Michael Lahm share their process behind the vision and planning that goes into the creation of a unique spa and wellness retreat.

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Post-COVID Outlook for Hotel Spas

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2022/04/05

Hotel spas were among the hardest hit during the pandemic, but their recovery looks bright. US leaders of spa & wellness for both Hilton Worldwide and Marriott join us to share their current operations status, and future growth plans and projections, which are very positive! After a 40% revenue decline in 2020, many are beating 2019 revenues, and experiencing strong pricing power and momentum.

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52:07

Sustainability in Spas & Wellness Businesses

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2022/03/29

Consumers are seeking businesses that can deliver personal wellness while acknowledging the greater needs of a healthy planet. We chat with Michael Stusser, Co-Founder of GSNPlanet, and Lucy Brialey, Co-Founder and Director of the Sustainable Spa Association, about the mission of their organizations, and the extensive tools they provide to guide wellness businesses on sustainable operations.

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Integrated Health & Wellness In Action!

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2022/03/22

Wondering what it would look like to merge Traditional Medicine with Holistic Health? Statera Integrated Health & Wellness successfully combines primary care, spa, movement, integrative health & counseling in a comprehensive and unique business model in the American midwest.

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51:57

Wellness in the World

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2022/03/15

The wellness movement has shifted far beyond the spa, salon & fitness worlds to encompass many everyday activities. Jean-Guy de Gabriac, founder of World Wellness Weekend, explains the phenomenal global growth of the desire for wellness and the connection to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

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52:57

Touchless Therapies in Spas & Wellness

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2022/03/08

Given the ongoing struggle to find spa staff, options such as touchless therapies that can create revenue additional without direct labor are becoming more compelling. Listen in as Tammy Pahel of Carillon Wellness Resort and Michelle Gerukos of BluVida Wellness discuss their utilization of technology and its impact on operations and client satisfaction.

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47:02

Women's Wellness with Judy Mackey & Dr. Jennifer Habashy

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2022/03/01

Along with all of the current interest in women's issues, there is also an increased focus on Women's Wellness. What's different about women? Well, a lot as it turns out! Judy Mackey and Dr. Jennifer Habashy of Garden of the Gods Resort & Club and STRATAMed discuss their programming around the specific needs of our female clients and patients.

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Wellness Trends 2022 with Susie Ellis

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2022/02/21

What do dirt, the metaverse, and toxic muscularity have in common? Join us as Global Wellness Summit CEO Susie Ellis unpacks this year's eagerly-awaited 10 wellness trends from a variety of experts, sharing her insights and applications for businesses along the way.

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Behind the Scenes of the Chinese Spa Industry

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2022/02/09

It's funny to imagine that China was once considered a sleeping giant; these days it is anything but. According to the latest figures from the Global Wellness Institute, China is now the second largest wellness economy in the world, valued at $682 billion, behind only the US, and China's average growth rate through the pandemic only dipped 2.5%, much less than almost all of the other top 20 global wellness markets. If you've ever been curious about the spa market in China, this episode will pull

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56:37

Jeremy McCarthy on Compassionate Leadership in Spas

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2022/02/09

Jeremy McCarthy, Group Director of Spa & Wellness at Mandarin Oriental, shares that one of the biggest surprises for all of us in the wake of the pandemic has been how difficult it has been to staff to previous levels. McCarthy applies the concepts he learned while earning his Applied Positive Psychology degree to be the compassionate leader he believes is necessary in organizations today, recognizing that people really want to find meaning through their work. Listen to learn about McCarthy’s

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