Desiree is a licensed massage therapist with over 15 years of experience, specializing in mobile therapy for athletes and injury recovery, including work with the Wounded Warriors program. As former president of the North Carolina AMTA chapter, she's a dedicated advocate for the profession. Also a licensed realtor, Desiree brings unique insights on networking and financial opportunities within massage therapy, passionate about empowering fellow therapists to reach their fullest potential.
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WWBD: What Would the Board Do? Ethics & Professional Boundaries
Nike is a massage therapist turned serial entrepreneur and author who teaches others how to transition from practitioner to business owner. His engaging sessions walk attendees through brand development, client management, financial planning, and building scalable service-based businesses.
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From Practitioner to Business Owner
Alliston Thomas is an Integrative Bodywork Therapist dedicated to helping individuals reconnect with their bodies and restore balance. Her holistic approach combines hands-on bodywork with guided movement practices, including therapeutic stretching, mobility work, and breathwork. With a deep understanding of the body-mind connection, Alliston tailors each session to meet unique needs—whether managing stress, recovering from injury, or seeking alignment.
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Caring for Caretakers
A licensed healthcare provider and naturopathic practitioner with 30+ years of experience, Carolyn has operated two successful private practices and taught CE-approved courses for over 13 years. She's a doctoral candidate in homeopathic medicine and co-author of Women Health Thy Self. Carolyn's work supports both clinical outcomes and holistic wellness, with a deep passion for education and service. She's the founder of Body Restore and a World Massage Festival Hall of Fame inductee.
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Pharmacology for Massage
Mary is a Licensed Massage Therapist and lymphatic drainage expert based in High Point, NC. With 3 certifications and 6+ years of post-op care experience, she specializes in recovery support for cosmetic procedures. Mary teaches at Davidson-Davie Community College, blending clinical knowledge with real-world application. Her mission is to expand access to effective lymphatic therapy techniques in modern massage practices.
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Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Vincent is a 15-year LMT, Level II CupTherapy practitioner, and creator of Myofascial Sports Therapy protocols. He's also IASTM-certified and a USAW Sports Performance Coach. As founder of Myology Sports Massage, Vincent focuses on fascia imbalances and corrective techniques. His hands-on courses blend muscle therapy science with practical application for therapeutic results.
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Upper & Lower Torso Myofascial Imbalances (MST I & II)
With over 20 years of experience, Kelly is a business educator and retired massage therapist who helps practitioners become confident business owners. Her practical teaching style covers the essentials of bookkeeping, taxes, pricing, and contracts. She's known for simplifying complicated topics and making business feel doable for wellness professionals.
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Quick & Dirty Bookkeeping · Can I Deduct That? · Making Money · Independent Contracting
Shelia is a geriatric massage expert who leads the Senior Spa series. Her classes focus on practical bodywork, aromatherapy, and adaptive techniques for older adults. With a strong emphasis on communication, mobility, and clinical documentation, Shelia prepares therapists to work confidently with seniors in diverse settings—from wheelchairs to hospice care.
Alyssa is a systems and marketing automation strategist passionate about helping wellness entrepreneurs streamline their businesses. Her training demystifies how to build funnels, use tech tools, and implement follow-up systems that drive client growth and sales—without burnout.
David brings an evidence-based approach to stretching and range of motion (R.O.M.). Aimed at sports and rehab professionals, his course blends physiology, proprioception science, and hands-on techniques to improve client performance and recovery.
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A Functional Approach to Stretching & R.O.M.