RESEARCH AND BUSINESS TOOLS

Research 

ISPA invests in research so members don't have to. From industry statistics to reports on consumer behavior and attitudes, ISPA understands how vital this information is for making data-driven business decisions. That's why all current research commissioned by ISPA is provided to members as a complimentary benefit.  Members can download their free research from the free member benefits page.

• ISPA 2009 U.S. Spa Compensation Data
• Monthly ISPA Snapshot Surveys
• ISPA 2009 U.S. Spa Industry Update
• 2008 ISPA Global Consumer Study
• 2008 ISPA Global Consumer Study Companion Document
• 2008 ISPA U.S. Spa Industry Update
• Executive Interview Findings
• Oct. 2008 ISPA Member Snapshot Survey
• 2007 ISPA Spa Industry Study
• 2006 ISPA Consumer Report
• 2006 ISPA Spa-goer Study
• 2006 ISPA Spa Industry Summary Report
• 2004 ISPA Consumer Trends
• 2004 ISPA Industry Report
• 2003 Canada Spa-goer Study
• 2003 Japan Spa-goer Study
• 2003 United Kingdom Spa-goer Study
• 2003 United States Spa-goer Study
• 2002 ISPA Industry Study
• 2001 Spa User Studies - Day Spa, Destination Spa, Hotel/Resort Spa
• Resource Guide to Better Business in the Spa Industry

Discount for Non-ISPA Research  

• PKF Hospitality Research provides a $100 ISPA member discount for their 2009 Trends in the Hotel Spa Industry Report.  Please note research was not conducted by ISPA

Business Tools

ISPA understands that tending to the business of spa presents situations and practices that are unique to our industry. By providing practical tools like the Spa Operations Manual, the Spa Professionals Career Guide and the Uniform System of Financial Reporting, ISPA helps members manage their businesses.