Seventeen seasoned spa directors were paired with experienced managers who were looking to advance their career
back to ancient times, with many practices handed down from one generation to the next,” says de Gabriac. “Consider this a modern version of that practice, with mentors giving freely of their time and talent to spa professionals who are in the early stages of their career.” He went on to say that the exponential
growth of the global spa industry has meant that it’s often necessary to supplement what’s being taught in the classroom with real-life expertise. “This is one way to reduce the learning curve for these junior spa managers who show great potential yet need and want sage guidance to master the profession.” So far, the response from the industry
has been positive – the second session in the programme, which began in April and runs through to June, is already full. In July, the pilot programme will then be analysed and a committee will make recommendations for the number and length of the sessions in 2016. It’s hoped that there will continue to be at least two sessions a year and that the number of participants will grow to up to 75 manager and mentor pairings.
MENTEE
Franzisca Haala Director of spa operations, Carmel Valley Ranch, California, USA
From the outset, the team placed an importance on understanding my goals and where I was in my career. My focus was to refine my knowledge in financials and strategic development. From the meetings with my mentor Jim Croghan, director of spa & reception at The Grand Del Mar, I was able to come up with a blueprint of how to tackle both of these. I received consistent and insightful feedback and guidance and left having accomplished everything I wished for and more. To have the chance to be mentored by an inspiring industry peer has been phenomenal. It’s expanded my knowledge and set me up for further growth in my career. I cannot recommend it
enough to industry peers – it’s a way for them to give back and to strengthen our community.
©CYBERTREK 2015
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It’s expanded my knowledge and set me up for further growth in my career
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