Virtual Sustainability Summit hosted by GSN Planet May 3–4

GSN Planet will host a Virtual Sustainability Summit, a two-day event featuring expert speakers, panel discussions, and educational sessions focused on sustainability, May 3–4. The Virtual Sustainability Summit is an opportunity for eco-conscious individuals to gather and learn from industry leaders, share best practices, and connect with like-minded thinkers. The summit aims to spark conversations about sustainability and how individuals and organizations can positively impact the environment.

The event will feature a diverse range of speakers, panelists, and moderators, including Dr. Rich Blundell, Dr. Doris Day, Trevor Steyn, Charné le Roux, and other sustainability experts. Attendees can expect to gain insight into best practices, hear about success stories and challenges, and learn about emerging trends in sustainability. The summit will cover a wide range of topics related to sustainability, including challenges and solutions to implementing sustainability strategies, in-house sustainability audits, and biotech beauty.

The event also will provide networking opportunities for attendees to connect with other sustainability enthusiasts and industry leaders. To learn more about the event and to register, visit the GSN Planet website at Conferences & Events.

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News

Texas Introduces Second Exam Option for Massage Therapy Applicants

The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation announced that massage therapist applicants now have a second licensing testing method from which they can choose, the Texas Massage Therapists Examination. Learn about exam registration, cancellation policies, and location sites.

Florida Bill Requires Gender-Exclusive Restrooms

Florida lawmakers passed a bill that requires individuals to use, and certain public spaces to provide, restrooms that align with their sex assigned at birth. Find out how House Bill 1521, signed by Governor Ron De Santis, may affect your school.

Arizona Repeals Communication Proficiency Tests

The Arizona legislature adopted House Bill 2012, which eliminates the requirement for the State Board of Massage Therapy to establish communication proficiency requirements for applicants applying for a massage therapy license.

Blog

How Many Massage Therapists Are in the US?

Massage Therapists in US 2023

Based on the work conducted for our 2023 process, ABMP estimates the number of massage therapists in the United States at approximately 321,493, which is down from the height of 2019’s estimate of 334,221.

Join ABMP at the Premiere Orlando Show

ABMP at Premiere Orlando

ABMP is thrilled to partner with Ann and Lynn Teachworth of Trunamics to offer two CE courses in the massage therapy track at Premiere Orlando, June 3–5, 2023.

Benefits

Podcast: Exploring Plantar Foot Pain

In this episode of The ABMP Podcast, Kristin and Darren are joined by Whitney Lowe to discuss common causes of foot pain (including Morton’s Neuroma), muscle-tendon pathology, and some treatment options for each one.

Podcast: All Islands Meet Underwater

On this episode of The ABMP Podcast, Doug Nelson and Jennifer Crozier discuss why opening a massage therapy clinic is a viable career path and how community relations are the best marketing strategy.

Podcast: Knowing Expectations in the Work Environment

In this episode of The ABMP Podcast, Nate Nordstrom and Carrie Wiedemann from Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa join Kristin and Darren to discuss knowing your expectations in the work environment and how open communication during an interview can help set the tone during your tenure.

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