April 27th Agenda
April 28th Agenda
09.00 - 09.30
Registration & Delegates' Welcome
09.30 - 09.35

Welcome Speech by Vladi Kovanic
09.35 - 09.45

Kick-Off Session Agenda by Judith Ertler
09.45 - 10.15

"Recharging the Client Experience: Personalizing, Anticipating & Regenerating in the Digital Wellness Era" by LAURENT DELPORTE
As wellness becomes increasingly data-informed, medi-wellness destinations can redefine guest experience through personalization and anticipation. This conference explores how integrating physical fitness, stress management, sleep, nutrition, and emotional balance enables tailored journeys. Combining data insights, on-site observation, and human-centered care, it shows how to enhance guest satisfaction, team engagement, and overall operational performance.
10.15 - 10.45

"Conversational Al as the Behavioral Bridge: Translating Health Knowledge Into Sustained Behavior Change" by DR FREDERIK DIERICK
10.15 - 10.45

& BEATA BOUWER
Many guests know what healthy behaviors look like but struggle to sustain them. This session explores how conversational AI bridges the gap between knowledge and action. By delivering timely, personalized dialogue grounded in behavioral science, conversational AI supports motivation, accountability, and emotional understanding, enabling lasting behavior change precisely when it matters most.
10.55 - 11.30
NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK
11.30 - 12.00

"Redefining Aging: Reset · Recharge · Regrow – From Science to Everyday Longevity" by DR KATHARINA SEPP
Longevity means staying healthy, active, and resilient as we age. Based on the idea of Reset · Recharge · Regrow, this talk explains how simple science-based methods — such as whole-body cryotherapy, IHHT, and everyday lifestyle habits — can help the body recover better, boost energy, and support long-term health and vitality.
12.00 - 12.30

"How You Feel Depends on How You Look" By TIM CRANKO
Research shows a strong connection between perceived attractiveness and overall health, driving the growth of aesthetic solutions within wellness environments. This session examines non-invasive treatments that stimulate collagen, hyaluronic acid, circulation, and cellular renewal. It highlights which solutions are suitable for spas and wellness centers and outlines the critical success factors for effective integration.
12.30 - 12.50

"Immersive Experiencial Session Sound Healing" By CLAIRE BOSTOCK
The vagus nerve plays a key role in regulating stress, emotional balance, and recovery. This session explores how guided breathwork combined with the resonance of metal singing bowls supports nervous system regulation and enhances vagal tone. By integrating conscious breathing with vibrational sound therapy, it promotes relaxation, emotional resilience, and overall physiological balance.
12.50 - 14.15
Networking Lunch
14.15 - 14.45

"Sexual Health, Mental Health, and Longevity" by DR LENI MARSEGLIA
Sexual health is a vital yet often overlooked pillar of overall well-being. This session explores the biology of pleasure, the impact of desire on mental health, and the links between sexual health and longevity. It also examines how lack of desire can contribute to pelvic pain, emotional imbalance, and long-term health consequences.
14.45 - 15.15

"Trends, Technologies, and the Sustainable Future of Wellness" by MIROSLAV ZVERINA
Sustainability is now central to the future of wellness hospitality. This presentation introduces innovative technologies, including advanced water-recycling systems for pools and wellness facilities. Attendees will learn how smart solutions reduce water and energy consumption, lower operating costs, support ESG goals, and create a measurable competitive advantage through sustainable innovation.
15.15 - 15.45

Pop-up Presentation - LANDSBERG FIRST CLASS AESTHETIC
15.45 - 16.15

"Supporting Recovery Through Massage: The Skill That Makes the Difference" by JESSIE BREARD HUBERT
Wellness establishments increasingly welcome guests experiencing fatigue, pain, or complex medical histories. This session explores how massage can support convalescence through attentive presence, refined body reading, and adaptive techniques beyond standardized protocols. By training teams in this essential skill, operators enhance safety, credibility, and differentiation, positioning their venue as a responsible and forward-looking partner in recovery.
16.15 - 17.00
Networking Coffee Break
17.00-18.00

Workshop: "Longevity vs. Medical Wellness" Opportunities – Challenges – Solutions BY SVEN HUCKENBECK
Which kind of content and structure must a provider offer to deliver a reliable, effective and sustainable healthspan program?
Is longevity solely about high-tech solutions, or is it possible to offer affordable solutions to run your business more efficiant? Is a combination of both the key to success?
Does the principles of salutogenesis hold the potential to fundamentally transform the wellness industry?
Is longevity solely about high-tech solutions, or is it possible to offer affordable solutions to run your business more efficiant? Is a combination of both the key to success?
Does the principles of salutogenesis hold the potential to fundamentally transform the wellness industry?
20.30 - 22.30
Networking Dinner
09.45 - 10.00

Opening BY VLADI KOVANIC
10.00 - 10.30

"Burnout Is Not a Mental Health Breakdown" By DR PETRA BAILEY
Burnout is not a mindset issue but a measurable biological state. In this session, Dr. Petra Bailey challenges conventional narratives and explains how early physiological warning signs are often ignored by high-performing professionals. Bridging medical diagnostics with nature-based therapeutic strategies, she reveals why rest alone is insufficient and outlines practical approaches to protect the nervous system and prevent long-term damage.
10.30 - 11.00

"Longevity in spa: Separating hype from sustainable value" By REGIS BOUDON-DORIS
This presentation aims to establish a clear, pragmatic methodology to assess, on a case-by-case basis, whether a longevity spa represents a genuine business opportunity or a potential financial risk. Moving beyond hype and one-size-fits-all models, it equips stakeholders with the tools and critical questions needed to make informed, rational decisions tailored to their specific context.
11.00 - 11.30
NETWORKING COFFEE BREAK
11.30 - 12.00

"A complete philosophy of revitalization Body · Mind · Spirit" by NELLY GROSJEAN
How detox, living foods, and aromatics release energy, a return to vital life force.
10.30 - 11.15
Networking Coffee Break
12.15 - 12.45

"The Recruitment Conundrum: Empowering Teams with Empathy and Emotional Resilience" by BEATA ALEKSADROWICZ
Recruitment and retention remain major challenges for spa and medi-wellness operators. This session explores how shifting training from rigid protocols to coaching and mentoring can prevent burnout and build emotional resilience. By fostering self-discovery and empathy, this approach improves staff retention, guest satisfaction, operational efficiency, and long-term business performance.
12.45 - 13.00

Closing Speech BY VLADI KOVANIC
13.00 - 14.00
NETWORKING LUNCH