Consulting Best Practices Initiative 2026 Trends Initiative Chair: Lisa Starr, Consultant for Wynne Business, United States Initiative Vice-Chair: Wilfried Dreckmann, Founding Director of Spa Project, Germany TREND 1: Navigating Investment and Innovation in Social Wellness Clubs Consultants globally are seeing a huge interest on the part of prospective owners in social wellness clubs and facilities, many with a thermal or bathhouse component. However, this is accompanied…
It’s difficult to go one hour without hearing about Artificial Intelligence and its potential impact on ourselves, our work, the world! Those of us that work in the high-touch spa and wellness world may feel concerned about how our industry will be affected in the future. Like everything, there are pros and cons to AI and its integration into our lives, and these experts will…
Consulting Best Practices Initiative 2017 Briefing Paper The briefing paper is a snapshot of this industry sector including valuable information on latest trends, challenges and initiative accomplishments. Read full paper HERE
Guidelines to the Consultant Selection Process The key to success is finding the right match for you and your project: selecting a consultant who meets the criteria of your project’s needs, can fulfill deliverables according to your timeline, has impeccable client references, and the “right fit” or chemistry with key management or stakeholders. 1) Frame the Situation With your management team, specify your needs and…
Common Areas of Practice for Spa Consultants Pre-Opening Activities Market Analysis, Site Analysis & Financial Feasibility Concept Development & Programming Financial Forecasts & Proforma Architecture & Interior Design Review & Value Engineering Equipment, Supplies & Operations Specifications & Procurement Creation of Spa Menu & Programming Options & Pricing Retail Product Development, Procurement & Merchandising Compensation Strategies & Policies Staff Recruitment, Auditions & Hiring Sales &…
How Do I Know If I Need a Consultant? Each project and company has its own set of needs, challenges, goals and available resources. Common situations which warrants hiring a spa consultant include: Your company lacks the specific knowledge and skills required to make informed decisions and solve problems Current and previous efforts to have not produced the desired results Your company continues to face the…
