Platinum Sponsor

We are abundantly appreciative of our 2019 Educational Congress Platinum Sponsor Universal Companies!

Universal Companies is the leading single-source supplier to over 25,000 clients in the spa industry, providing thousands of products to help professionals manage and grow their businesses. Universal Companies’ mission has always been to deliver innovative spa solutions to maximize our customers’ success. With 29 years of proven success, we can help you build your business and grow revenue.

“I am remarkably proud to have represented Universal Companies as we provided Platinum Sponsorship for the 2017 Educational Congress. I am continually amazed by the professionalism and quality brought forth by the participants and facilitators. As an advanced education provider and multi-line distributor, Universal Companies is dedicated to providing excellence within the industry and is proud to partner with such a stand-up organization as AFMTE. As we link arms towards the common goal of strengthening and improving the field of massage and bodywork, we hope that more will join us!”

—Terry Russell, Director of Sales, Schools, and Distributors for Universal Companies

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Media Sponsors

These Media Sponsors provide important support to the Alliance by providing print and electronic advertising space. To learn more about being a Media Sponsor visit https://www.afmte.org/about-corporate-sponsorship/

Massage Today is the leading news source covering the massage therapy profession and is read by more massage therapists than any other publication. Massage Today appreciates the AFMTE’s mission of serving as an independent voice, advocate and resource for the entire education sector of the profession. Massage Today will continue to report on the AFMTE’s findings and actions as the massage therapy profession continues to evolve — with the educational sector leading the way. Make sure to visit Massage Today’s website and to follow Massage Today on Facebook for all the latest massage therapy news.

MASSAGE Magazine has been exploring touch therapies for over 25 years, developing a unique insight for the specific challenges and concerns massage therapists face on a daily basis. MASSAGE Magazine’s intimate knowledge of the industry, combined with years of active engagement with massage therapists have allowed us to develop a massage liability insurance program catered to the unique needs of touch therapists.

Massage Magazine Insurance Plus (MMIP) is a national insurance provider offering licensed massage therapists comprehensive liability insurance and practice support. To find out more visit: http://www.massagemagins.com

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Gold Sponsor

Massage Envy is the pioneer and national leader of affordable massage and spa services. After over a million facials, 50 million massages and nearly a decade as the industry leader, Massage Envy holds true to its mission: To provide a pathway to wellness through professional, convenient and affordable massage therapy and spa services.

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Silver Sponsor

The Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB) is an autonomous, not-for-profit organization comprised of state regulatory boards and agencies that regulate the massage therapy profession. The FSMTB works to enhance FSMTB programs, maintain and improve the quality of the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination (MBLEx), and provide support to Members in fulfilling their responsibility of protecting the public. Visit the FSMTB website for more information.

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Bronze Sponsor

Pain Relieving products have been sold internationally for over 10 years. and Biofreeze can be found in more than 50 countries and in 26 different languages. Biofreeze is the original Cold Therapy product available in gel, roll-on and spray providing temporary pain relief for millions worldwide from everyday muscle and joint pain caused by arthritis and today’s active lifestyles.

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Lanyard Sponsor

Books of Discovery is the publisher of the acclaimed Trail Guide to the Body. Our company specializes in user-friendly, reasonably-priced musculoskeletal and palpation educational tools for the bodywork fields. More than 1,700 bodywork schools have chosen Trail Guide to the Body products for their students. It is sold in 38 countries. Be sure to visit: http://www.booksofdiscovery.com

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Coffee Break Sponsors

	Hand & Stone’s philosophy is simple. Consistently deliver the highest quality professional massage and facial services at affordable prices seven days a week. Guests entering Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa will be enveloped in soothing aromas and sounds while leaving behind the stress of deadlines of hectic schedules. Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa offers deluxe experiences perfect for both the spa beginner and seasoned veteran seven days a week with convenient hours. Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spas feature several treatment rooms, including private sanctuaries reserved for couples.
	At Elements Massage™, we do one thing: massage, and we are proud of our high client satisfaction scores. Experience the difference with our month-to-month membership program, the Elements Wellness Program™, and our guarantee,
	Massage Warehouse’s mission is to directly help as many Massage Therapists as possible. By doing so, Massage Warehouse can indirectly help many people who are stressed, tight and in pain not only find relief, but recognize the measurable improvements a skilled Massage Therapist can provide.

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Educator of the Year Sponsor

	The Alliance for Massage Therapy Education recently published the first version of our Core Competencies for Massage Therapy Teachers. We are excited to announce the Educators of the Year Award (1 for a teacher in a school setting and 1 for a continuing education provider). This award honors excellence in massage education and serves to foster a culture that supports raising the standards of excellence in massage education. The recipients were chosen based on their experience, teacher training taken, and how well they met the core competency standards. We are thrilled that Biofreeze and Bon Vital’ have sponsored this amazing award.
	To find out more visit: https://www.afmte.org/
	Pain Relieving products have been sold internationally for over 10 years. and Biofreeze can be found in more than 50 countries and in 26 different languages. Biofreeze is the original Cold Therapy product available in gel, roll-on and spray providing temporary pain relief for millions worldwide from everyday muscle and joint pain caused by arthritis and today’s active lifestyles.

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Tote Bags

• Center for Barefoot Massage
• PathosApp 

Prize Donors ($21,000+)

• Acuity Scheduling
  • 1-year subscription $165
• AFMTE: Google Home Mini (voice-controlled, hands-free speaker)  $49.99
• Art of Admissions: 3 Subscriptions to the Art of Admissions University ($5,400 each); 1 Mystery Shop ($500)
  • The Art of Admissions University Subscription Package.

• • The Art of Admissions Mystery Shop $500 value.

• Body Therapy Education
  • Pre- and Perinatal Massage Therapy, 2ed $46.99
• Books of Discovery: 1 copy of A Massage Therapist’s Guide to Pathology and ½ hour consulting with Ruth Werner on teaching with it $150
• CoreStones
  • Fascia Stones $32
• Nancy Dail: 2 DVDs: The Gift of Touch $45 each
• Elsevier: Know Your Body text and workbook ($82); Mosby’s Pathology ($80)
• Enrollment Resources: 2 pair of Spektrum anti-glare glasses $49.95 each
• Financial Aid Services
  • JBL Bluetooth Speaker $60
• Hands Heal
  • 6 month Hands Heal EHR for a school $210
• Handspring Publishing Limited
  • Architecture of Human Living Fascia $79.95
• Hospital-Based Oncology Massage
  • 2 Home Study Course Certificates $100 each
• Human Kinetics: 3 books $162 
  • Massage Therapy Integrating Research and Practice – Dryden/Moyer $74
  • Sports Massage for Injury Care – McAtee – $50
  • Sports Massage – Findley – $38
• The Jojoba Company
  • 1 liter Jojoba Oil – $40
• MASSAGE Magazine Insurance Plus
  • 1 MMIP Membership ($159)
  • 1 Full Classroom Membership Package ($250)
  • 2 MASSAGE Magazine subscriptions ($14.95 each) 
• Massage Warehouse
  • Starter Kit $542.99

• PHI: 2 Color Changing TheraPearl Sets ($100 each)
  • 4 Biofreeze Professional Starter Kits ($174 each)
    • Photos Sent of TheraPearls and Biofreeze
• Upledger Institute: 1 CST courses ($795) & 1 Lymphatic course ($795)
• Ruth Werner: Handmade Quilt & Handmade scarf, Disease Handbook for Massage Therapists ($50)

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