Established in 2018, the Hot Springs Connection is the only conference in the United States designed specifically for hot springs owners, operators, general managers, facilities directors, and industry professionals. The purpose of the event is to provide networking opportunities, seminars and workshops for commercial mineral pools, spas and resorts.


It is the official conference of the Hot Springs Association. Learn more here.

Agenda

Thursday, May 8, 2025


Saturday, May 10, 2025


Friday, May 9, 2025


Saturday, May 10, 2025


Thursday, May 8, 2025


12

00PM

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1

00PM

1

00PM

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1

30PM

1

30PM

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1

45PM

Welcome to the Well

Justin Wells

a dive into a hot springs community forum, overview and benefits

1

45PM

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2

05PM

Hot Springs Insurance: Shaping the Future

Cameron AnnasNathaniel Johnson

Join us for an exciting presentation on revolutionizing the insurance landscape for the Hot Springs resort industry! Discover a new way to think about insurance to develop buying power as an industry, not individually.

2

45PM

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3

15PM

3

15PM

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4

15PM

Hot Springs Showcase

Jennifer DiCuolloDavid Dronet

- Designing for the Next Century: Glenwood Hot Springs Resort and the Legacy of European Spa Culture
- Updates from Murrieta Hot Springs and The Springs Resort
- From Hot Springs Enthusiast to Hot Springs Owner - lessons on guest experience and management with three different hot spring operations

4

15PM

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4

20PM

5

00PM

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10

00PM

Friday, May 9, 2025


7

30AM

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8

30AM

8

30AM

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8

35AM

8

35AM

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9

20AM

9

20AM

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9

25AM

9

45AM

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10

15AM

10

15AM

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11

15AM

Panel Presentations: Geothermal Rising

Matt GarlickAnine Pedersen

11

15AM

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11

45AM

Saturday, May 10, 2025


7

30AM

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9

00AM

9

05AM

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10

05AM

Stewardship

Melinda Delmonico

10

25AM

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11

00AM

1

30PM

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4

00PM

Workshops

Marcus CoplinJennifer DiCuolloNathaniel JohnsonLisa LangerDan AldredJordan MenzelMarlene NeidertRichard NashOlivia Savard

- Marketing - OMFluence
- Elevate Your Hot Springs: Key Strategies for Successful Design Upgrades - DHM Design and Cloward H2O
Join DHM Design and Cloward H2O for an informative session on how to kickstart hot springs facility improvements. From gathering crucial information like existing conditions surveys and water rights to identifying the planning elements that lead to a feasible master plan, this presentation walks through the steps with real-world examples. It will include an overview of the typical design process and an introduction to who you need on your team - and why. Attendees will gain a clear roadmap for turning their hot springs vision into a successful reality.
- HFA-AE - Architectural Design Process
- EPR Properties Financing/Fundraising
- DWC - Corporate Taxes: owner succession and business valuation
- Richard Nash - Construction and materials
- Granite Insurance - Incident Response
- BANA - Water classification and understanding your mineral content
- Visit Glenwood - Working with your local Chamber/DMO
- Maple Grove - clearly defining your mission and its impacts on company culture
- possible additional topics: customer journey, retail

4

30PM

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5

30PM

5

30PM

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8

00PM

Dinner + Keynote

Nate WhiteLisa LangerOlivia SavardMarlene Neidert

Friday, May 9, 2025


9

45AM

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10

15AM

Saturday, May 10, 2025


10

30AM

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11

00AM

Thursday, May 8, 2025


5

00PM

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10

00PM

Friday, May 9, 2025


Presenters

Sponsorships

Available Sponsorships include:

CLOSING RECEPTION SPONSOR

click here to secure sponsorship

Sponsorship includes:

  • Speaking opportunity during the designated meal
  • Hot Springs Trade Show exhibitor space
  • Conference registration for 2 people
  • Your company advertisement in the conference program
  • Pre and post conference eblast features
  • Pre and post conference community engagement
  • Your company logo and description featured on conference website


CLOSING DINNER SPONSOR

click here to secure sponsorship

Sponsorship includes:

  • Speaking opportunity during the designated meal
  • Hot Springs Trade Show exhibitor space
  • Conference registration for 3 people
  • Your company advertisement in the conference program
  • Pre and post conference eblast features
  • Pre and post conference community engagement
  • Your company logo and description featured on conference website


BREAKFAST SPONSOR

click here to secure sponsorship

Sponsorship includes:

  • Speaking opportunity during the designated meal
  • Hot Springs Trade Show exhibitor space
  • Conference registration for 2 people
  • Your company advertisement in the conference program
  • Pre and post conference eblast features
  • Pre and post conference community engagement
  • Your company logo and description featured on conference website

MORNING WELLNESS ACTIVITY SPONSOR

 click here to secure sponsorship

Sponsorship includes:

  • Conference registration for 1 person
  • Your company advertisement in the conference program
  • Pre and post conference eblast features
  • Pre and post conference community engagement
  • Your company logo and description featured on conference website


SCHWAG SPONSOR

 click here to secure sponsorship

Sponsorship includes:

  • Logo included on designated item
  • Conference registration for 1 person
  • Your company advertisement in the conference program
  • Pre and post conference eblast features
  • Pre and post conference community engagement
  • Your company logo and description featured on conference website

POST EVENT TOUR SPONSOR

click here to secure sponsorship

Sponsorship includes:

  • Select speaking opportunities during tour program
  • 1 conference registration + 1 tour registration
  • Pre and post conference eblast features
  • Pre and post conference community engagement
  • Your company logo and description featured on conference website


To secure a sponsorship or for more information contact jessica@hotspringsassociation.com.

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Lodging Reservations

Hotel Colorado

 To make room reservations at the Hotel Colorado call 1-800-544-3998 and identify yourself as attendees of the Hot Springs Connection.


Reservations must be made by April 1, 2025.


Rates starting at $205. Rates include access to Glenwood Hot Springs Resort.

Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge

To book a room at the neighboring Glenwood Hot Springs Lodge call 970-945-3324 or book online through their website, www.hotspringspool.com, with a personalized online Group Booking Code: HSA2025.


Reservations must be made by April 1, 2025. Reservations received after the cut‑off date will be made based on current availability. If the group rate is unavailable after the cut‑off date, the prevailing qualified rates will apply.


Rates starting at $259.  Rates include access to Glenwood Hot Springs Resort.

Getting There

Transportation Options to Glenwood Springs


Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) – 27 miles

  • Car rentals and Uber services are available, but availability may be limited. Planning ahead is advised.


Aspen/Pitkin County Airport (ASE) – 38 miles

  • Car rentals and Uber services are available, but availability may be limited. Planning ahead is advised.
  • The VelociRFTA BRT bus service runs directly from Aspen to Glenwood Springs.
  • VelociRFTA Schedule


Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) – 86 miles

  • Car rentals and Uber services are available, but availability may be limited. Planning ahead is advised.
  • The Bustang West Line offers service from Grand Junction to West Glenwood Springs. From there, transfer to a local RFTA bus to reach the 27th Street Station, located just a 5-minute walk from the hotel.
  • Bustang West Line Schedule
  • RFTA Ride Glenwood Routes


Denver International Airport (DIA) – 176 miles

  • Car rentals are available, and a convenient option is to pick up a car at the airport and return it in Glenwood Springs. This helps you avoid parking and rental fees during the conference and post-conference tour. Enterprise offers affordable rental rates, with a location in Glenwood Springs for easy drop-off.
  • Enterprise
  • The Bustang West Line provides service toward Glenwood Springs, but a connecting route may be required from the airport.
  • Bustang West Line Schedule

Registration

  • Single Member Registration

    $1,197

    Member Price

    Ticket includes access to all sessions, trade show, events and meals. Registration does not include lodging. Lodging will need to be booked separately. No refunds after March 15th.

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  • Multiple Members Per Company

    $947.-

    Member Price

    For active members registering multiple attendees from their organization.

    Ticket includes access to all sessions, trade show, events and meals. Registration does not include lodging. Lodging will need to be booked separately. No refunds after March 15th.

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  • Non-member Registration

    $1,597

    Standard Price

    Ticket includes access to all sessions, trade show, events and meals. Registration does not include lodging. Lodging will need to be booked separately. No refunds after March 15th.

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  • Companion

    $747.-

    Standard Price

    Ticket includes meals only. For access to sessions and events please select the full ticket. Registration does not include lodging. Lodging will need to be booked separately. No refunds after March 15th.

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  • Companion - Opening Reception Only

    $75.-

    Standard Price

    Ticket includes meal, tours and access to soaking for the exclusive event at Iron Mountain Hot Springs on Thursday, May 8 from 5:00 to 10:00. This ticket is for a companion that is not attending additional conference meals or activities but would like to participate in this event only.

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  • Exhibitor

    $1,697

    Standard Price

    Ticket includes:
    • Hot Springs Trade Show exhibitor space
    • Conference registration for 1 person
    • Your company listed in printed conference program
    • Your company listed on conference website

    No refunds after March 15th.

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  • Post Conference Tour - Double Occupancy=$2545/per person

    $2,545

    Standard Price

    $2545/person for double occupancy.

    A 4 night, 5 day tour to several hot springs and 3 destinations along the Colorado Historic Hot Springs Loop.

    No refunds after March 15th.

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  • Post Conference Tour - Single Occupancy=$2945

    $2,945

    Standard Price

    $2945/person for single occupancy.

    A 4 night, 5 day tour to several hot springs and 3 destinations along the Colorado Historic Hot Springs Loop.

    No refunds after March 15th.

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  • F&B at Cost

    $500.-

    Standard Price

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Post Conference Tour

Colorado Historic Hot Springs Loop Sampler Tour

May 11 - 15


Join us for a four night, five day tour to five hot springs and three destinations along the Colorado Historic Hot Springs Loop. Trip includes exclusive behind the scene tours with owners and operators, VIP receptions and events, and sight-seeing.


An unforgettable journey through some of Colorado's most renowned hot springs destinations! Departing from Glenwood Springs on Sunday, May 11, we'll kick off our adventure with a scenic drive to Pagosa Springs. Upon arrival, we'll be warmly welcomed at The Springs Resort with a tailored reception. The following day we'll have the opportunity to tour and explore the stunning new facilities, enjoy activities around town, or unwind with a spa treatment at the resort's new spa.


On Tuesday, we'll continue to Durango Hot Springs Resort and Spa, where you can experience 41 unique thermal mineral features, including 26 natural mineral soaking pools, eight Japanese-inspired cedar soaking tubs, a reflexology walking path, and an invigorating rain tower. Afterward, we'll take in the breathtaking views along one of Colorado's most scenic byways on our way to Ouray, where we'll settle in at Twin Peaks Lodge and Hot Springs.


The next day, we'll take a moment to tour several additional hot springs and notable sites in Ouray, immersing ourselves in the town's geothermal wonders and rugged mountain scenery. After a final evening filled with events and camaraderie, we'll return to Glenwood Springs on Thursday, May 15.


This journey promises both relaxation and adventure amidst Colorado's most inspiring landscapes. The minimum number of people for this trip to happen is 25. Reserve your spot by selecting this option during registration for an incredible experience of rejuvenation and discovery! You will be charged the full amount once the minimum reservations have been met.


Prices

  • $2945/per person for single occupancy
  • $2545/per person for double occupancy
  • additional premium options available