Upcoming Events from SSWC
Whether it’s in-person at Collective Connect, virtual for Elevate & Educate, or exhibiting / partnering at key industry events, the SoCal Spa Wellness Collective is eager to find meaningful moments of connection that support discovery and growth.
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Elevate & Educate with Amy Sandler
February, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join us for a conversation with Amy Sandler, principal coach and podcast host of Radical Candor®, as we explore the leadership framework transforming workplace culture from the inside out. In this session, Retention is Revenue—Invest in What Matters, you’ll learn how Radical Candor - the art of caring personally while challenging directly - helps leaders build trust, drive accountability, and retain top talent. Amy will share actionable strategies for giving clear, compassionate feedback, creating aligned and high-performing teams, and fostering a culture where people want to stay. Whether you lead a small team or a large operation, this discussion will equip you with practical tools to strengthen leadership, enhance team morale, and drive measurable business results.
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Elevate & Educate with Kate Morrison
March 3, 2026 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join Kate Morrison for another exclusive roundtable discussion featuring brands and spas who have mastered the art of creating impactful collaborations for guests. From co-branded treatments to pop-up activations, these industry leaders will share the strategies, insights, and creative approaches that make partnerships truly successful.
This is your chance to learn from those who know what it takes to be better together, spark new ideas, and leave inspired to elevate your own collaborations in 2026.
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Elevate & Educate with Amy McDonald
May 12, 2026 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Join us for Elevate & Educate with Amy McDonald - an intimate conversation on creating spaces that heal, inspire, and connect. Drawing from her journey founding Under a Tree Consulting, Amy will guide us through the art of intentional design, conscious leadership, and aligning wellness spaces with deeper meaning and authenticity.
Plus, listen in to Romeo Marquez Jr, international speaker, author, and success coach, who will be an integral of the Collective Connect event taking place on May 20th at Pelican Hill.
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Collective Connect at Pelican Hill
May 20, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
We’re bringing our in-person collaborative event series to Orange County!
This event will feature keynote speaker Romeo Marquez Jr. - an international speaker, author, and success coach who specializes in personal and professional development. He is a protégé of Jack Canfield, has written the #1 Amazon best-selling book, "The Success Messages," and is known for delivering keynote speeches and training to a wide range of audiences. He also hosts a podcast, "The Romeo Show," which focuses on success strategies and interviews experts in various fields.
Stay tuned - more details on programming and experiences coming soon!
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Collective Connect at JW Marriott Desert Springs
July 28, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Later this year, we’re bringing our in-person Collective Connect series to Palm Springs, welcoming innovators and wellness leaders for an inspiring afternoon of connection, insights, and collaboration.
Featuring Guest Speaker Mark Wuttke - a Strategic Growth Expert and CEO Advisor with over 20 years in the luxury beauty and wellness industry. As a Vistage Chair and Maxwell Leadership coach, he empowers founders and executives to scale purpose-driven beauty brands with clarity, authenticity, and lasting commercial impact.
Stay tuned for details on speakers, sessions, and experiences designed to spark ideas for 2026!
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Collective Connect at Formula Fig
September 15, 2026 | 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Join us at Formula Fig in Los Angeles County for our in-person Collective Connect event, bringing together an incredible group of wellness leaders and innovators.
As always, this gathering is designed to inspire, motivate, and spark meaningful connections. More details to come!
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Collective Connect in San Diego County
December 15, 2026 | 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Celebrate the holiday season with us on Tuesday, December 8th at this special Collective Connect edition. Experience a festive gathering of wellness innovators and industry leaders designed to spark new ideas, meaningful connections, and holiday inspiration.
Full event details will be shared.