Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa was recently named in the top 10 in a list of the “Most Credit-Worthy Brands in Franchising.…
Recent News and Legislative Updates
Virginia-based spa distributor Universal Companies recently hosted a series of grand opening events for its Wellness & Beauty Learning Center in Torrance, California. This learning center provides classes and on-site training for a range of wellness and beauty professionals, including…
ABMP has been recognized by Association Media & Publishing (AM&P) and its EXCEL awards as the winner for Best Electronic Book: Ethics: A Guide to Ethics in Massage & Bodywork.
This member-only benefit for ABMP’s Certified members explores ethical concerns and…
Under Texas SB 202, which became law in 2015, regulatory oversight of the Texas massage therapy program will be transferred from the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) to the Department of Licensing and…
New Hampshire HB 1294, which was introduced this legislative session, proposes that new language be added to the state’s massage therapy statute clarifying the exemption from licensure as a massage…
Under California law, cities and counties can enact local ordinances providing for the regulation of massage businesses. California AB 2793, introduced…
South Dakota HB 1027, discussed in our previous legislative update, has been signed into law. Again, one of the primary changes made by this…
The 2017 Movement conference is now accepting submissions for abstracts. The submission deadline is September 15, 2016.
The abstracts of the conference as well as selected principal papers will be proceedings and will be published in…
ABMP Certified members can save money on portable tables, portable chairs, electric lift tables, sheets, table carts, stools, bolsters, carrying accessories, and more with the new 20 percent discount on Stronglite products. This is in…