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International wellness leaders to convene at 4th edition of Medi Wellness Congress in Geneva

Mental health and wellbeing are at the core of the wellness industry’s evolution
– Christine Eskandar
Credit: Health and Beauty France

Excitement is building as the 4th edition of the Medi Wellness Congress (MWC) prepares to open its doors in Geneva on 28 April. Organised by Health and Beauty France and wellness and hospitality expert Vladi Kovanic, the event continues to establish itself as a truly international gathering for the industry.

“This year’s congress perfectly aligns with our mission to bring together global wellness leaders in an intimate setting, fostering collaboration that shapes the future and forges lasting business connections,” says Christine Eskandar, MWC event director.

With speakers, sponsors, ambassadors, media partners, and industry associations representing over 25 countries, MWC will be a hub for global expertise. Attendees from Andorra to Australia, Mexico to Sweden, and the USA to Sri Lanka will join to exchange knowledge and insights.

This year’s theme, “Integrating Mental Wellbeing into the Spa Ecosystem”, will be explored through a series of thought-provoking conferences. Delegates will hear from a lineup of industry pioneers, including:

• Dr Claudio Tavera, founder, POTENZIATIVA, and associate professor of medicine, Università degli Studi di Verona.

• Dr Filippo Ongaro, founding partner and CEO, Metodo Ongaro Switzerland.• Joanna Bensz, founder and CEO, Longevity Center.

• Katharina Stoeckinger, head of spa, Brenners Parkhotel & Spa.• Maria José Bordera Rojas, spa manager, Hotel Hospes Amerigo 5* Alicante.

• Martin Goldmann, CEO, ASPA International.• Ozgur Cengiz, global wellness hotelier.

• Dr Tamas Gulyas, medical director, Naya Integrative Wellness Clinic.• Stephen Price, founder and MD, SP&Co.

• Wojciech Tworek, founder, Bristol ART & Medical Spa.• Aldina Duarte Ramos, Happy CEO and Founder of Spoon and Spoon Agency.

• Alina M. Hernandez, co-chair of Touchless Wellness Association and innovator, design thinking partner and service designer.• Celine Foster, founder of La Demeure Club.

• Dr Cristina Valente Pedro, trainer, EHTA Escola de Hotelaria e Turismo do Algarve.• Csilla Mezösi, secretary general, European Spas Association.

• Isabelle Mathieu, GM of Nordik Spa Nature Chelsea and president of Quebecois Spa Association.• Jean-Guy de Gabriac, founder, World Wellness Weekend

• Marilyn Vines, Global wellness & beauty expert, WellWays• Pascale Elmalan, CEO, AXIAN Partners.

• Dr Siyka Katsarova, VP, European Spa Association and president, Bulgarian Union of Balneology and Spa Tourism.

With high-calibre discussions, global representation, and a focus on the intersection of mental wellbeing and spa innovation, MWC 2025 is set to be an essential event for the wellness industry.

The conference programme, full list of speakers and sponsor roster are now all available.

Register today and benefit from a 10 per cent discount with the code LM25.

Company Details
Health and Beauty France
The company HEALTH AND BEAUTY FRANCE manages the brand BEAUTY FORUM (magazine and events) in France, and has also several match-making events abroad. Furthermore the company launched the MWC in 2022, an annual conference dedicated to the Medical Spa universe.

In 2025, the organiser has successfully launched Africa Wellness Congress, an event dedicated to the wellness sector in Africa. The 2nd edition is scheduled on October 13th & 14th, 2026 in Morocco
Address
117 rue de Charenton, 75012 Paris, France
Telephone
+33.1.84.79.27.83
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