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10th International Congress for Salon & Spa Professionals
August 4 & 5, 2008 |
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| Sneak Peek At Our Panel Of Experts |
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Lydia Sarfati - "Day Spa Evolution and Revolution"
Founder and CEO of the first company to bring seaweed-based skincare treatments and cosmetics to fruition in the US market, Lydia Sarfati is an internation industry leader. She is the developer of the world-renowned Repêchage Four Layer Facial, offered in over 20 countries, and today, she presides over a 50,000 square foot manufacturing, research and development and training facility in Secaucus, NJ. Author of "Success At Your Fingertips" and honorary chair of Esthetics America CIDESCO USA. "A bonafide expert" - W Magazine |
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Hartmut Schneider, M.D., Ph.D. - "Sleep and Well-Being"
Assistant Professor of Medicine, John Hopkins School of Medicine, is a world renowned expert on breathing disorders during sleep. He has received several national and international awards for his research on snoring and sleep apnea, published several books and numerous scientific manuscripts highlighting the importance of a restful sleep on well-being and health status. Together with his wife, Regina Schneider, CMT, Homoeopathist, he cofounded the first European Spa concept in Germany that integrates sleep with Spa treatments as a holistic approach for improving the well-being of the Spa clientele. |
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Shoshana Weber - "10 Super Food for Healthy Skin"
Shosana Werber, MS, RD, CDN is a Registered Dietitian and Certified Dietitian Nutritionist practicing in New York City. Shoshana received her Master degree in Clinical Nutrition from New York University, a Certificate of Advanced Studies from C.W. Post University and a Certificate of Training in Adult Weight Management from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. Shoshana founded Werber Wellness, a private nutrition counseling practice, which specializes in weight-loss, prenatal nutrition, and disease prevention. In addition, Shoshana works as a corporate wellness dietitian, lecturing and counseling for a nutrition education management company. |
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Yolanda Amador Origel - "Spa Business Turnaround"
As Director of Spa Business & Solutions, she works with top spas from the initial stage of concept through the project design phase and implementation of effective systems and procedures. Yolanda is a pioneer of the Spa concept and evolution in Mexico and is Director of Repêchage Mexico. She has directed projects at Playa Grande Thalasso Spa in Cabo San Lucas (named 2007 100 Best Spas of the World by Insiders' Guide) and a 17,000 square foot spa project through the Villa Group in Nuevo Vallarta. |
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Susan Piso - "Cosmetic Advances: What people are talking about"
Susan Piso, Director of Research and Development for Repêchage, brings more than 20 years of experience in the cosmetic industry to the conference. After a European undergraduate education, she received her Master's Degree from St. John's University, School of Pharmacy, in New York, being one of the earliest few with a specialized degree in Cosmetic Science. Her broad based experience includes formulating and managing mass-market brands, as well as developing cutting-edge exclusive line for Repêchage. |
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BeGreen for your Business: Easy ways to Green up your Business Operations
BeGreen Carbon Offsets are the latest sustainable product offered by Green Mountain Energy Company. BeGreen provides carbon offset solutions to businesses. Take solid steps toward reducing your impact on global warming. Learn how to put your salon and spa on a "carbon diet" with Top Green Resolutions. |
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Lois Christie - "Lois' Signature Treatment: 30 Minutes to Beauty"
Lois Christie, is founder and CEO of Christie & Co. Salon & Spa, one of the largest and most prestigious salons in New York City and is a Repêchage Spa de Beaute member. She is the first female President of Intercoiffure North America, an international organization representing the best salons worldwide. An award-winning beauty expert and lecturer, Louis has been recognized as one of the "Top Ten Women in Business", by The Queens Courier and was honored by Mayor Michael Bloomberg has "Business Women of the Year". |
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August 4 - 5, 2008
Repêchage Headquarters
200 Castle Road * Secaucus, NJ 07094
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2 Day Congress Price:
$195 per person
Includes Gala Dinner
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| Ways To Register |
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Phone:
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1-800-248-SKIN or (201)549-4200
9am-5pm EST, M - F
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Mail:
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Congress Registration/Repêchage
300 Castle Road
Secaucus, NJ 07094
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201-549-4244
ATTN: 300 Castle Road
Secaucus, NJ 07094
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congress@Repechage.com |
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The 2-Day Congress admission fee includes the following:
Two days of Congress (includes breakfast and lunch)
Transportation between host hotel and scheduled activities
Special Gala Award Dinner (Monday, August 4, 2008)
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Host Hotel: LA QUINTA INNS & SUITES - Secaucus, NJ
Special Congress Rate: $149 per room per night (plus tax)
*Reservations MUST be done through Repêchage with a valid credit card in order to secure this rate.
Should you wish to make alternate arrangements, please note that included transportation is limited to pickup & drop-off at the host hotel. Many of the area hotels do offer a complimentary shuttle service that you may utilize; however you will be responsible for securing these accommodations.
Airfare/Transportation
We suggest flying in/out of Newark International Airport, as it is just minutes away from the host hotel & event site. JFK and LaGuardia are approximately 40 minutes away, but are a suitable alternate as well. NJ Transit Trains & Buses provide a quick and easy route to New York City and can be reach via complimentary shuttle service from local hotels.Any transportation needs, besides those included in Congress events, are the participants responsibility.
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