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The StarrCast: Where Wellness Works Hosted by Lisa Starr of Wynne Business, this podcast is your insider's guide to thriving in the world of wellness. Whether you're a seasoned spa director, wellness entrepreneur, or just launching your journey, each episode offers practical insights, proven tactics, and real stories from industry leaders. Stay ahead of the curve with expert interviews, trend breakdowns, and actionable strategies designed to help you grow a resilient, rewarding wellness career or business in today's ever-evolving landscape. Language: en Genres: Alternative Health, Business, Health & Fitness, Management Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Live from The Global Wellness Summit in Dubai: Five Experts on The Future of Wellness and Spa Management
Episode 12
Wednesday, 26 November, 2025
What happens when four global leaders in wellness, integrative health, and spa innovation come together to discuss the future of wellbeing? This week, The StarrCast is proud to bring you an amazing roundtable of experts, live from The Global Wellness Summit in Dubai: Dr. Kathryn Dundas is a leader in integrative health and clinical wellbeing, known for her evidence-based, assessment-driven approach to personalized care. Kirsty MacCormick is a global spa and wellness strategist recognized for building operational systems, signature experiences, and high-performing teams across luxury hospitality. Rod Derifield is a senior executive in wellness operations whose expertise spans business development, facility programming, and experience-led wellness models. Anke Brendt is a specialist in emotional wellness, coaching, and organizational transformation, focused on human-centered placemaking and staff wellbeing. Together, we unpack the systems, strategies, and mindset shifts shaping how clinics, resorts, and wellness brands deliver transformative results. From data-driven health optimization to the rise of emotional wellbeing programs, you'll hear diverse perspectives that reveal where the industry is truly heading, and what it takes to stay ahead. Whether you're designing wellness experiences, operating a destination spa, or navigating the intersection of healthcare and hospitality, this conversation offers clarity, direction, and grounded insight into the evolving landscape. What You'll Learn: Why emotional wellbeing and mental resilience programs are becoming essential pillars of modern wellness How clinics and wellness centers can use data, diagnostics, and assessment-driven programming to increase impact The rise of integrative health models that bridge lifestyle medicine, psychological support, and spa therapies Operational insights on staffing, training, and culture-building across multi-national wellness organizations The next wave of consumer expectations, from personalization to preventative health to holistic recovery Episode Highlights: 00:00 – What is driving the next wave of global wellness growth? 05:20 – Emotional wellbeing: Why it's no longer optional for wellness brands 12:10 – Integrative health: How clinics merge diagnostics, lifestyle medicine, and therapeutic care 18:45 – Operational excellence: Training, staffing, and culture in multi-location wellness organizations 27:30 – Creating psychological safety for guests and staff in high-touch wellness environments 35:40 – Personalization at scale: Where data, assessment, and programming intersect 42:10 – Predictions for 2025: Consumer shifts, market trends, and new wellness business models Tools, Frameworks, or Strategies Mentioned: Assessment-led wellbeing program design Emotional wellbeing and psychological safety frameworks Pre-arrival diagnostic models for personalization Integrated clinical-spa hybrid operating structures Team culture and leadership development systems Closing Insight: "In wellness, people don't just need care, they need connection, clarity, and a system that supports who they want to become." Looking for expert advice in Spa Consulting, with live training and online learning? Spa Consulting: wynnebusiness.com/spa-management-consulting Live Training: wynnebusiness.com/live-education Online Learning: wynnebusiness.com/spa-management-courses Other Links: Visit GWS: https://www.globalwellnesssummit.com/2025-global-wellness-summit-3/ Follow Lisa on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisastarrwynnebusiness, Listen on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/starrcast/id1565223226 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/00tW92ruuwangYoLxR9WDd Watch the StarrCast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@wynnebusiness Join us on Facebook: facebook.com/wynnebusiness/?ref=bookmarks Join us on Instagram: instagram.com/wynnebusiness
