Beyond Well, September Newsletter

Announcing We Work Well EMEA

On September 2, 2020 We Work Well announced the launch of We Work Well EMEA. This new phase of growth expands their already successful virtual meeting platform to Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

Monica Helmstetter and Lucy Hugo, founders of We Work Well were both born and raised in Europe and understand the complexity of these regions and their differences from the North American market, but believe the We Work Well Virtual model is uniquely able to adapt to each market it enters.“Hearing feedback from our customers in Europe and the Middle East,” says Helmstetter “and with travel restrictions continuing to hinder conferences and tradeshows worldwide, it made sense to broaden our reach and create new opportunities for the global spa community at this time.” “We cannot presume a one-size-fits-all approach will work,” says Hugo “in building our virtual platform from the ground up, we were conscious of creating a model adaptable to the evolving needs, of every market we enter, both now and into the future.”

To support this expansion, the We Work Well team has grown to include Stephen Pace-Bonello as Event Director of We Work Well EMEA. Based in Malta, Pace-Bonello was most recently Event Director for SPATEC Europe and Middle East, and brings over fifteen years of experience in the spa, hospitality and hosted-buyer sectors. Says Pace-Bonello, “I am thrilled to join the dynamic We Work Well team and look forward to bringing its energy and winning formula to the EMEA region.”

The first We Work Well EMEA event will take place on February 4, 2021.

100% of Attendees Recommend We Work Well Virtual

In response to the pandemic, We Work Well took its concept online in April 2020. Using its custom built web-based We Work Well Virtual meeting platform, spa and wellness suppliers are connected with key decision makers from high volume luxury spas, through LIVE scheduled one-on-one meetings, education, and networking.

Since its successful launch in North America, We Work Well Virtual has hosted over 350 pre-scheduled one-on-one meetings during its June and August events. 95% of surveyed attendees indicated they are likely to book business as a result of their meetings and 100% would recommend attending the event.

“The We Work Well platform worked virtually just as well, if not better than in-person vendor events. Being able to sit in one place and navigate from meeting to the meeting was extremely convenient, provided far fewer distractions, and the vendors and I were able to communicate efficiently. Many of the vendors will be presenting to our Directors in the future.” Catherine Warren, Vice President, WTS International.

Don’t Miss We Work Well Virtual, November 2, 2020.

We Work Well with Giving Grace

We Work Well with Giving Grace, a charity founded by Kayla Childress, Founder at Mindful Luxury. Giving Grace comes from simple beginnings, after handing out leftover food from an event in uptown Charlotte. Kayla and her family was inspired and started researching the breadth of the homeless situation in Charlotte and what they could do to help those who are most in need.

Giving Grace focuses on making the maximum positive effort for their homeless community. Their team and volunteers provide the momentum that helps us affect change. ” We believe to love and serve,” says Childress..

WATCH as Kayla shares how they are making a positive impact on her local homeless community. To find out they many ways to join and support their mission, contact Giving Grace: www.giving-grace.org

Upcoming News & Events

Registration has begun for We Work Well Virtual, November 2, 2020. Qualified Buyers and Suppliers click here to apply!
We Work Well is a proud partner of #SpasPushingLimits, a group of industry professionals that participate in athletic events raising funds for non-profit organizations. A special shout out to Spa Directors Christina Cabrera, Debra Myers and Marissa Bernal and to ISPA president Lynne McNees for pushing their limits every day. Read about Lynne’s journey here and how groups like #SpasPushingLimits have lifted her spirits during this crazy time. Join the #SpasPushingLimits community on Facebook to find out how members are staying fit and healthy during this time.
Earlier this week We Work Well Inc. welcomed Amanda Al-Masri to its advisory board. Amanda is an internationally known wellness industry leader and innovator and is uniquely qualified to provide strategic advice, external expertise, insight, and guidance to the company’s management team as We Work Well continues its new phase of growth in 2021.
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Look out for our next Grow Well Newsletter led by thought leader Lisa Starr of Wynne Business Consulting & Education, who will continue sharing topics and trends relevant to our industry.