At ISPA 2026, held March 31 – April 2 at The Venetian Expo Center in Las Vegas, the theme was clear: Discover the Future of Spa. And what an inspiring, energizing few days it was.
Renew.calm Spa owner and esthetician, Dawn Nooney, was proud to once again represent Nelly De Vuyst skincare on the trade show floor—a brand both our estheticians and guests truly adore.
A Gathering of Industry Leaders
This year’s International SPA conference brought together more than 2,300 spa leaders from across North America and beyond. It was an incredible opportunity to connect with fellow spa owners, managers, and directors—sharing ideas, insights, and a collective passion for wellness.
Beyond networking, the event showcased exciting new products, innovations, and technologies that we’re eager to explore and potentially bring back to our Renew.calm clients.
The State of the Spa Industry
Each year, the International Spa Association surveys its members to better understand the health of the industry. The 2026 “Big 5 Statistics” painted a powerful picture:
The spa industry experienced 4% growth in revenue, visits, locations, and revenue per visit
Average revenue exceeded $1 million per location
The industry now employs over 377,000 professionals
Perhaps most importantly, these findings reinforced something we see every day: in times of global uncertainty, spas serve as a much-needed refuge for rest, healing, and connection.
Inspiring Daily Power Sessions
Each morning began with a keynote “Power Session” designed to motivate and challenge attendees:
Day 1: Diana Kander – Unleash Your Curiosity
A powerful reminder to stay open, ask questions, and continuously evolve in both business and life.
Day 2: Jay Shetty – 4 Habits to Change Your Life
Jay shared four simple yet transformative practices:
Thankfulness
Insight
Mindfulness
Exercise
He also offered a grounding technique to return to the present moment:
5 things you can see
4 things you can touch
3 things you can hear
2 things you can smell
1 thing you can taste
Day 3: Jon Acuff – Master Your Mindset
Jon’s message hit home in a deeply personal way. He spoke about the “soundtracks” we play in our minds—those repetitive thoughts that can either empower or limit us.
If a thought is negative, he encourages asking three simple questions:
Is it true?
Is it helpful?
Is it kind?
Dawn even had the chance to read his book, Soundtracks, on the flight home—a meaningful way to continue the learning beyond the conference.
Bringing the Future Back to Renew.calm
Experiences like ISPA 2026 fuel our passion and commitment to providing the very best for our clients. From innovative skincare to elevated client experiences, we’re always looking for ways to grow, improve, and bring fresh inspiration into the spa.
We are so grateful to be part of an industry that prioritizes wellness, connection, and care—and even more grateful for our amazing clients who trust us with their self-care journey.
We can’t wait to share what’s next.
Until next year, ISPA! ✨
Check out our Facebook Page and Instagram for pics of the conference!