In Pursuit of a Safer Industry, NASF Members
Commit to Enhancing Safety Procedures and Elevating the
Professionalism of Massage Therapy
TREVOSE,
Pa., Aug. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Founded in
2022, NASF remains steadfast in its commitment to enhancing
safety procedures in the massage and spa industry. Underscoring the
importance of its mission, NASF has welcomed nearly 10
additional massage brands to the association, from franchise brands
to multi-unit wellness companies. In addition to the founding
brands, which include Hand & Stone, Elements Massage, and
Massage Heights, the following massage and spa companies have
joined NASF to champion safety, well-being, and professionalism
across the industry:
- Spavia
- Woodhouse
- Burke Williams
- LaVida
- MassageLuXe
- Milk and Honey
- Soothe
- Squeeze
- The Now
- Zen Massage
A key element of NASF's work to promote safety in spas was the
launch of the Employment Verification System (EVS), a program that,
for the first time, allowed participating businesses the ability to
capture and share important information about service providers who
were separated from a spa for breach of safety protocols. In just
one year, the number of searches in the EVS across brands has
increased by 300%.
"In such a short amount of time, the EVS has proven
invaluable to the spa industry. With more than 40,000 searches
already conducted, NASF has successfully implemented a shared
platform of information regarding service providers who have a
record of breaching safety protocols," says Cindy Meiskin, president of NASF. "This has
allowed the industry to ensure safer hiring practices, ultimately
prioritizing the security and well-being of employees and guests
alike. We are determined to eliminate inappropriate behavior at all
spas and the EVS continues to greatly impact our ability to prevent
further safety breaches from occurring across our systems."
In addition to safeguarding the industry, the NASF is
committed to attracting and integrating highly skilled
professionals to the massage therapy field. According to the Bureau
of Labor Statistics, employment opportunities for massage
therapists are projected to grow 18% through 2032, which is faster
than the U.S. average for other careers. This means that not only
are massage therapists in high demand, but the demand is going to
continue to grow, further solidifying the long-term viability of a
career in massage therapy.
"Clients seek trust in the industry, and we are excited to
contribute to this significant effort to ensure their safety and
security," said Keith Larson of Zen
Massage. "The overwhelming majority of massage therapists are
dedicated professionals who provide healing and relaxation to their
clients. It's the positive influence of this majority that far
outweighs the challenges posed by a very small number of unsafe
individuals. By joining this association, we reaffirm our
commitment to upholding the highest safety standards while also
fostering the professional development of trusted and skilled
massage therapists."
As the NASF continues to advocate for the positive progression
of the massage industry, the group looks forward to engaging in
government relations to protect and enhance the industry as well as
continuing to advocate for more professionals to pursue careers in
massage therapy.
Franchise and multi-unit companies interested in joining
the NASF and learning more about the EVS can submit inquiries
via info@nationalassociationofspafranchises.com or visit
https://nationalassociationofspafranchises.com/ for more
information.
About NASF
The National Association of Spa
Franchises (NASF) is an organization dedicated to enhancing current
safety procedures in the spa and massage industry. Launched in
2022, the primary goals of the association are to further elevate
the professionalism of the industry, to protect customers, and to
ensure professional massage therapists are respected for their
skills, training, and knowledge. Importantly, NASF created the
Employment Verification System (EVS) which captures information on
service providers who were separated from a spa for breach of
safety protocols. NASF was designed to fill the gaps in the current
government regulations when it comes to licensure and the EVS,
powered by DISA, will help add that extra layer of protection. For
more information visit
https://nationalassociationofspafranchises.com/.
Contact:
Margo
Williams
Fish Consulting
954-893‑9150
mwilliams@fish-consulting.com
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