Organic Spa Magazine Celebrates Wellness in the Mindful Metropolis
On May 8th 2025, Organic Spa Media hosted its 14th annual Experience Travel and Wellness event at NYC’s Andaz Hotel. On hand were top journalists, editors, producers, influencers, business leaders, and entrepreneurs. The day-long event featured expert-led panels, hands-on activations, keynote speakers, raffles, a gourmet lunch, and an after-hours mixer.
The event attendees interacted with the products and services offered by top wellness brands. At designated half-hour time slots, panelists shared their expertise and insights. Time was set aside for networking during “wellness breaks,” and a buffet-style lunch gave attendees the opportunity to eat, chat, connect, and share reactions to the event.
Sweet treats complement the lunch at the Organic Spa event at Andaz Hotel, NYC.
Lisa Loverro, Editor in Chief of Organic Spa Media, was circulating throughout the event to ensure a productive time was had by all. Bev Maloney-Fischback, CEO and founder of Organic Spa Media stated, “This gathering is an incredible opportunity to connect, discover, and be inspired by brands that are shaping the future of well-being.” [As reported on worldlibertytv.org]
The keynote speakers shared their expertise. Amanda Kloots, fitness entrepreneur, bestselling author and television personality spoke to a room of eager attendees. Also speaking was award-winning travel journalist and world explorer Peter Greenberg, and so many more. Surrounded by the comfort of chic luxury at Andaz Hotel, guests of the event stepped into an immediate atmosphere of wellness.
Some of the brands on hand included:
Best Life-ing, a wholistic wellness company specializing in luxury, on-demand private experiences, rentals, and corporate programs. Best Life-ing also hosted the Hypnotic Sound Journey at the event, a half hour experience that fused the ancient art of sound healing with modern hypnotherapy. Founder, Julia Brodska, led the group through a calming excursion away from the stresses of the day.
Carillon Miami Wellness Resort presents an authentic and specialized approach to health, wellness, and complete well-being. The 70,000 sq. ft. spa space includes areas for their thermal experiences, medical wellness division, advanced therapies, such as touchless wellness, as well as all the traditional therapies through a variety of wellness partners. Tammy Pahel, VP of Spa and Wellness for Carillon Miami Wellness Resort, was on hand to answer questions and sit on an informative panel on wellness technology.
Carillon Miami Wellness Resort
Country Life is a wellness company founded in 1971, offering a wide range of vitamins, supplements, and natural health products. With a strong focus on ethical sourcing, sustainability, and transparency, it was one of the first certified gluten-free supplement brands and is B-Corp certified. Country Life also owns Desert Essence, expanding its reach into natural beauty and personal care. Desert Essence is a personal care brand inspired by the resilience and purity of desert botanicals. Known for using ingredients like tea tree oil, jojoba, and argan oil, it offers hair, skin, and body care products that are cruelty-free, sustainably sourced, and free from unnecessary additives.
Echo Water presents groundbreaking technology in the area of hydrogen health. Their advanced water systems to on-the-go products support energy, digestion, cognitive clarity, and overall vitality. Their signature Echo flask, which uses an on-board lithium ion battery to infuse extra hydrogen into spring water (tap water is not recommended), puts the power of health and technology right in the customers’ hand.
Emuaid is a non-prescription, homeopathic ointment designed to treat over 100 resistant skin conditions. It comes in two strengths—Emuaid and EmuaidMAX, with the latter offering higher concentrations for more stubborn conditions.
Four Seasons Resort & Residences Cabo San Lucas blends luxury with the charm of a modern hacienda. Boasting breathtaking ocean views, a swimmable beach, private villas, gourmet dining, and a top tier wellness complex, this Four Seasons resort offers the perfect mix of Mexican culture and Mediterranean elegance.
Four Seasons Resort and Residence Cabo San Lucas
Hyatt Wellbeing Collective is a curated selection of Hyatt properties designed to offer immersive wellness experiences tailored to travelers' needs. With a focus on mindfulness, restoration, and cultural connection, the initiative provides guests with unique activities such as guided meditation, nature excursions, and holistic spa treatments.
Products, courtesy of Hyatt Wellness Collective
Madison + Green is a women-owned aromatherapy brand founded by mother-daughter duo Mia and Jasmine Bues. The company blends Eastern herbal traditions with Western clinical aromatherapy to create stress-relieving inhalers designed for specific emotional needs. Based in New York City, Madison + Green emphasizes mental wellness, sustainability, and community engagement, offering products made with organic ingredients.
Aromatherapy products from Madison + Green
Nuchido a wellness company specializing in anti-aging science, particularly through its NAD+ boosting supplements. Founded by Dr. Nichola Conlon, the company takes a whole-system approach to cellular health, aiming to restore the body's natural ability to produce and recycle NAD+. Their flagship product, Nuchido TIME+, is designed to support longevity and cellular function, backed by scientific research and clinical studies
OYA Health – OYA Health is a pioneering longevity clinic that integrates precision medicine with somatic decoding to optimize health and well-being. Their approach goes beyond conventional diagnostics, addressing emotional and neurological imprints that influence healing and performance.
Perricone Hydrogen Water is a cutting-edge hydration solution designed to enhance cellular energy and combat oxidative stress. Developed by Dr. Nicholas Perricone, a renowned dermatologist and healthy aging expert, this water is infused with molecular hydrogen, which acts as a powerful antioxidant.
The Lodge at Woodloch – Located just 2-3 hours from both New York City and Philadelphia, this award-winning destination spa resort offers an immersive experience focused on relaxation, rejuvenation, and personal growth. Guests can enjoy a variety of wellness activities, including yoga, meditation, outdoor adventures, and creative workshops. The resort features lavish accommodations, gourmet farm-to-table dining, and an extensive spa with treatments designed to promote holistic well-being.
Massage Service at The Lodge at Woodloch
Wildsmith Skin is a high-performance skincare brand inspired by nature’s ability to heal and adapt. Rooted in science, it offers clinically proven formulations designed to transform skin health through precise ingredient delivery systems. The brand combines lab-grown actives with botanical ingredients to optimize skin function while supporting overall well-being.
I believe what made the event particularly valuable was the fact that within the shared space and the shared commitment to wellness, the opportunity to network was inherent within the interactive atmosphere. Though much of the networking occurred during the wellness breaks, the fuel for that networking were the informative workshops and panels led by experts in the field.
Among the group experiences were:
· OCEAN SOUND HEALING
Hosted by Alejandra Bustamante, Four Seasons Cabo San Lucas
· HYPNOTIC SOUND JOURNEY
Hosted by Julia Brodska, Best Life-ing
· RELAX YOUR FACE, REFRESH YOUR GLOW
Hosted by Dr. Derek Bergwerf, Kempinski Hotel Cancun
The list of experts on hand was impressive. The opportunity to interact and network with these stars of the wellness industry was, to say the least, professionally and personally valuable.
Bev Maloney-Fischback
Founder & CEO
Wellness Media Company/Organic Spa Media
Lisa Loverro
Editor in Chief
Paul Barattiero
Founder
Conrad Bergwerf
General Manager
Dr. Martin Bloom
Chief Medical Officer
Ross Bloom
CEO & Cofounder
Julia Brodska
Founder
Alejandra Bustamante
Spa & Wellness Director
Four Seasons Cabo San Lucas at Cabo Del Sol
Columba Calicchio
BDM, NY & NJ
Dr. Nichola Conlon
Molecular Biologist, Longevity Expert & Founder
Nicky De Jesus
Sales Director
Fee Drummond
Chief Wilding Officer & Founder
Jessica Feldman
Special Projects Editor
Jodi Fernandez
Director, Global Wellbeing
Ian Lirenman
CEO
Michella Metzler
Founder & CEO
Ian McKee
CEO
Mary Beth O'Connor
Area VP of Luxury Partnerships - Leisure
Tammy Pahel
VP of Spa & Wellness
Carillon Miami Wellness Resort
Dr. Nicholas Perricone
Perricone Hydrogen Water & The Beauty Molecule Book
Katherine Pye
General Manager
Liz Vaccariello
Editor in Chief
First for Women & Woman's World
Adam Sebba
Founder & CEO
The annual Organic Spa media events help establish the Organic Spa brand as the ultimate leader in the spa/wellness industry. Since 2007, the magazine has offered its readers vital information and advice for total body and soul wellness. With the unveiling of Organic Spa Magazine’s The Art of Wellbeing Bookazine, the company has unfolded a new chapter in its dominance in the spa/wellness community.