LAKE PLACID, NY (September 2, 2008) - The Whiteface Lodge Resort Spa announced today the appointment of Melissa DeVoe Stephenson as Director of Sales Marketing. Stephenson will be responsible for strategic planning and growth development of all sales and marketing activities for the 94-suite luxury resort and The Spa at The Whiteface Lodge. "I am thrilled to be part of The Whiteface Lodge family," said Stephenson who joins The Whiteface Lodge with 15 years of experience in sales and marketing in the hospitality industry. "In taking on this new role, I plan to leverage my knowledge and experience in the industry to help continue to grow The Whiteface Lodge's legacy as a world-class resort and premiere destination in the Adirondack region."
The Sonya Dakar Skin Clinic in Beverly Hills is pleased to announce the arrival of Wendy Clark, who will hold the position as the clinic's Spa Director at the flagship Beverly Hills location on Little Santa Monica Boulevard. A seasoned professional in the spa industry, Wendy brings with her 20 years of experience where she has previously worked with Avon, the John Barrett Salon, and other notable names in New York City.
A true leader in the industry, Wendy brings more to the table than the mere day-to-day logistical and organizational support. Her track record has earned her a strong reputation for taking existing beauty personalities to next level. Her role as Spa Director will be multi-faceted, where she will incorporate her marketing skills to expand the brand, open new locations in key markets, as well as manage the daily operations including profitability, along with the highest level of client service and quality work environment.
Award-Winning Chef Eric Laslow Brings Rich Culinary Heritage to Sunrise Springs Resort Spa. SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO- Award-winning Executive Chef Eric Laslow has recently taken the helm of the Blue Heron Restaurant at Sunrise Springs Resort Spa, making the 70-acre private compound just minutes from Santa Fe's historic plaza an even more remarkable destination.
Laslow comes to Santa Fe by way of Portland, Oregon, where he was the chef and owner of Laslow's Broadway Bistro, Malanga Cocina Cubana, and the highly successful Laslow's Northwest, lauded by Gourmet Magazine and named "2002 Restaurant of the Year" by The Oregonian. He is renowned for earning a Mobil Four Star rating for this work at the Dana Place Inn in New Hampshire, where he became head chef at age nineteen. Laslow also served as Managing Partner, General Manager, and Executive Chef of Denver's celebrated champagne bar, Corridor 44, named by Condé Nast Traveler as one of the Top 25 Nightspots in the World.
EL SEGUNDO, Calif., March 26 /PRNewswire/ -- Murad, where skincare meets healthcare(R), is implementing new strategies and adding more resources as demand for its products continues to increase Internationally. The International team, under the direction of Vice President of International Sales, Jean Runel, will now consist of three regions with the appointment of Danny Guez, the new Director of International Sales for Europe and the Middle East.
VICTOR, Idaho, - Elisa Marcial has been named manager of Stillwaters, the new luxury full-service spa at Teton Springs Lodge & Spa. Stillwaters Spa brings an imaginative and distinctive menu of treatment items to Idaho's newest all-season luxury resort.
Sierra Shore, New Rochelle, has joined The Ritz-Carlton, Westchester, in White Plains as its spa director. Shore will be responsible for operations at the 10,000-square foot spa. Prior to joining the Ritz-Carlton, Westchester, she spent three years as the spa and programs director with El Monte Sagrado, a resort in Taos, N.M. Before that, she was the front office manager for the Snake River Lodge and Spa in Jackson, Wyo., for almost four years.
When planning a luxury weekend away in Spain's vibrant capital, follow in the footsteps of the stars and stay at the fabulous, five-star InterContinental Madrid. The hotel offers first-class amenities and service all with a touch of glamour and sophisticated tranquillity; an elegant lobby dome, the summer terrace, delectable cuisine, the exclusive Club InterContinental and a chic top-floor day spa with a treatment list unrivalled in the city. With all this to offer, it's no wonder some of the world's glitterati, including Sophia Loren and Ava Gardner, have made it their home when in Madrid.
CALGARY, July 17 /PRNewswire/ -- The Post Hotel & Spa in Lake Louise, Alberta has been named the third-best hotel in the Continental U.S. and Canada in Travel + Leisure Magazine's 12th annual World's Best Awards readers' survey.
WHITE PLAINS, NY -- A series of special features - including educational seminars addressing "green" issues impacting the personal care industry, as well as complimentary breakfasts, massages and facial-lifts - will be offered at EX•TRACTS®: New discoveries in beauty and wellness, a market for 75 suppliers of personal care resources for spa, salon and specialty retail, Sunday, August 12, through Wednesday, August 15, 2007, at New York City's Metropolitan Pavilion.
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The Sonya Dakar Skin Clinic in Beverly Hills is pleased to announce the arrival of Wendy Clark, who will hold the position as the clinic's Spa Director at the flagship Beverly Hills location on Little Santa Monica Boulevard. A seasoned professional in the spa industry, Wendy brings with her 20 years of experience where she has previously worked with Avon, the John Barrett Salon, and other notable names in New York City.
Award-Winning Chef Eric Laslow Brings Rich Culinary Heritage to Sunrise Springs Resort Spa. SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO- Award-winning Executive Chef Eric Laslow has recently taken the helm of the Blue Heron Restaurant at Sunrise Springs Resort Spa, making the 70-acre private compound just minutes from Santa Fe's historic plaza an even more remarkable destination.
