Circadia Connect
December 8-9, 2024
Philadelphia, PA
December 8 | Circadia Connect: Join us for a transformative day of education at Circadia Connect where we’ll help you ignite your passion, expand your horizons, and empower you to embrace the limitless possibilities in 2025 while surrounding yourself with some of the brightest minds and most successful estheticians in the industry. Prepare to be inspired by Michael Q. Pugliese's State of the Union address, where you’ll learn about new product launches, the vision for the brand, and where the industry is headed in 2025. Secure your tickets now for the educational event of the year!
December 9 | Gala & Award Ceremony: Indulge in an elegant and celebratory evening with industry icons, emerging leaders, and rising stars! Our annual gala event honors the outstanding achievements of spa partners, while reveling in the joy and spirit of the season with professionals from all over the world who come as colleagues and leave as friends. In this unique event, the spirit of friendship, achievement, and joy intersect. This gala promises to be an evening of elegance, inspiration, and unforgettable memories. All friends of Circadia are welcome, so purchase your tickets now for a spectacular evening of celebration and delight!
Join us in Philadelphia for two exhilarating days alongside the brightest minds in the industry—you don't want to miss it!
Here’s What to Expect:
Incredible Education & Motivation: Learn from industry leaders and gain insights that will help you elevate your spa business to the next level.
Incredible Education & Motivation: Learn Inspiring Keynote Speakers: Hear from Sophia Amoruso, founder of Nasty Gal. She will supercharge your vision and dreams with her motivational story and practical lessons. Or Dr. Brian K. Williams, a renowned hospitality expert on how to create customer experiences that’ll keep your customers coming back forever. industry leaders and gain insights that will help you elevate your spa business to the next level.
Michael Pugliese State of the Union: Gain exclusive insights from one of the most influential people in the skincare space. Get his take on trends and see what the future holds for the aesthetic industry.
Exclusive Product Launches: Get exclusive access to new product launches and gain an edge over your competition.
Expert Panel Discussions: Discover upcoming trends and learn how to capitalize on them with our expert panel
Business Growth Workshop: Learn how to become the most famous aesthetician in your city with our "5 Mile Famous" workshop and other business strategies that will expand your vision & your wealth.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and expand your network. Pick up on their innovative ideas that you can implement to grow your practice.
Deeper Relationships with Circadia: Build lasting relationships with the Circadia team and get personalized support to help your business thrive.
Best Practices & Innovation:
Learn new ideas and best practices from top industry experts.
Epic Entertainment & Fun: Enjoy our legendary Spajamma Party (where you'll get to Dream with Circadia in your comfy and cozy pajamas) and our famous Awards Gala party, honoring annual acheivements in an evening filled with fun, music, and incredible food.
Incredible Education & Motivation: Learn from industry leaders and gain insights that will help you elevate your spa business to the next level.
Learn Inspiring Keynote Speakers: Hear from Sophia Amoruso, founder of Nasty Gal. She will supercharge your vision and dreams with her motivational story and practical lessons. Or Dr. Brian K. Williams, a renowned hospitality expert on how to create customer experiences that’ll keep your customers coming back forever. industry leaders and gain insights that will help you elevate your spa business to the next level.
Michael Pugliese State of the Union: Gain exclusive insights from one of the most influential people in the skincare space. Get his take on trends and see what the future holds for the aesthetic industry.
Exclusive Product Launches: Get exclusive access to new product launches and gain an edge over your competition.
Expert Panel Discussions: Discover upcoming trends and learn how to capitalize on them with our expert panel
Business Growth Workshop: Learn how to become the most famous aesthetician in your city with our "5 Mile Famous" workshop and other business strategies that will expand your vision & your wealth.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and expand your network. Pick up on their innovative ideas that you can implement to grow your practice.
Deeper Relationships with Circadia: Build lasting relationships with the Circadia team and get personalized support to help your business thrive.
Best Practices & Innovation:
Learn new ideas and best practices from top industry experts.
Epic Entertainment & Fun: Enjoy our legendary Spajamma Party and our famous Awards Gala party, filled with fun, music, and incredible food. (This party is legendary & people talk about it for years.)
Event Details
Day 1:
Educational Event
Crystal Tea Room
The Wanamaker Building
100 E. Penn Square, #9B
Philadelphia PA 19107
Attire: Business casual
Spajamma Party
Vue on 50
1717 Arch St. Suite 5000
Philadelphia PA 19103
Attire: Comfy & cozy pajamas
Day 2:
Awards Gala & Celebration
Crystal Tea Room
The Wanamaker Building
100 E. Penn Square, #9B
Philadelphia PA 19107
Attire: Black tie
Hotel Location:
The Logan Philadelphia Curio Collection
One Logan Square,
Philadelphia, PA 19103
CLICK HERE for booking link or call 215-963-1500
Use Group Code: GCIRC for discounted rates.
Please advise If you need wheelchair or hearing accessible (ADA) room requirements before you arrive.
Cut-off date: This booking link expires as of 11/7/24
Pricing:
Day 1 ONLY
(Education Day + Spajamma)
$299
Day 2 ONLY
(Awards Gala & Epic Party)
$199
Both Days
(Education + Spajamma + Awards Gala
+ Party)
$498
Key Highlights
Day 1: Sunday, December 8th, 2024
Michael’s State of the Union: Michael Pugliese, a leading figure in the skincare industry, will provide exclusive insights to help you spot trends and understand the future of the aesthetic industry. This session will be invaluable for gaining a competitive edge and staying ahead in the market.
Featured Keynote: Sophia Amoruso is an award-winning serial entrepreneur, New York Times bestselling author of #GIRLBOSS, online educator, podcast host, and mom to three small poodles. Named “One of the most inspiring entrepreneurs in America” by the Huffington Post, Sophia made her mark when she founded fashion retailer Nasty Gal, bootstrapping it to $30 million in annual revenue and eventually scaling the business to over $100 million. Sophia’s mission is to use her 15 years of hard-won experience to further the next generation of creative entrepreneurs.
Expert Panel Discussion on Upcoming Trends: A panel of industry experts will discuss the latest trends in the aesthetic industry. This session will highlight emerging opportunities and strategies to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.
Become “5-Mile Famous”: Learn how to become the most famous esthetician in your area using as little as $5/day in advertising on social media. Led by Jake Randall and Paul Heslop, this workshop will provide actionable strategies to leverage social media and boost your spa's visibility and reputation.
Workshop by Dr. Bryan K. Williams: Creating Incredible Customer Experiences Dr. Bryan K. Williams, a renowned hospitality expert with extensive experience working with luxury hotels and various industries, will conduct a workshop on creating exceptional customer experiences that will keep your clients coming back
Spajamma Party: Wear your favorite pajamas and enjoy spa experiences, cocktails, karaoke, dancing, and more. It’s an event to remember!
Location: Vue on 501717 Arch St.
Suite 5000
Philadelphia PA 19103
Day 2: Monday, December 9th, 2024
Free Day: Explore Philadelphia with a curated list of activities and historical sites. See some ideas below:
Awards Gala & Industry Celebration Party: Evening cocktail party, awards ceremony, and a black-tie celebration with a DJ. A night to remember and talk about for years to come.
Ideas for Exploring Philadelphia
Christmas Event:
- The Tinseltown Holiday Spectacular in FDR Park across from the stadiums
- After visiting Tinseltown head over to The Miracle on South 13th Street for a vibrant display of Christmas lights as each neighbor transforms their rowhome with holiday decorations and lights
- Christmas Village at LOVE Park & City Hall
- Blue Cross RiverRink Winterfest
- A Longwood Christmas at Longwood Gardens named the Best Botanical Garden Holiday Lights 5 years in a row by USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards
- LumiNature at the Philadelphia Zoo
- drive-through Holiday Light Show at Shady Brook Farm.
- Tinsel Christmas Bar – Philly’s famous Christmas-themed Pop-Up Bar
- Holiday Light Show at Shady Brook Farm
- Wild Lights at Elmwood Park
Other Sites to See:
- Independence Hall & the Liberty Bell
- Betsy Ross House
- Elfreth’s Alley – 3 min. walk from Betsy Ross House
- Addison Street – one of the most Instagrammable streets in Philly
- U.S. Mint
- LOVE Park/City Hall/Dilworth Plaza
- Philadelphia Art Museum & The Rocky Steps
- Philadelphia’s Boathouse Row
- Penn’s Landing
- Eastern State Penitentiary
- Old City Philadelphia
- Franklin Institute
- Philadelphia’s Magic Gardens on South Street
- Rittenhouse Square
- Spruce Street Harbor Park
Reading Terminal Market:
- Explore Philly’s oldest Public Market with over 75 diverse, small, family-owned businesses
- Large indoor farmer's markets with restaurants in a vibrant neighborhood with nightlife.
- Variety of food options, from the best pork sandwich at DiNics to vegan options
- Experience Amish desserts and treats at Beiler’s Bakery & Donuts, Termini Brothers Bakery, and Bassetts Ice Cream
Recommended Restaurants:
- 13th Street food experience, between Walnut St and Spruce St
- El Vez
- Prunella
- Sampan
- Double Knot
- Harper’s Garden
- Bud & Marilyn’s
- Sabrina’s Café
- the Continental Midtown
- Harp & Crown
- Restaurant Aleksandar
- SkyHigh Philadelphia
- Trattoria Carina
- Pizzeria Vetri
- The Mulberry PHL
- SIN Philadelphia
- Almyra Greek Restaurant
- Vintage Philadelphia
- Barstool Sansom Street
- Santucci’s Pizza
- Del Frisco's Grille
- Attico Rooftop Bar
- Jean-Georges Philadelphia
- Her Place Supper Club
Real Philly Cheesesteaks:
- Angelo’s Pizzeria South Philly (Michael’s all-time favorite)
- Dalessandro’s
- Campo’s Philly Cheesesteaks
- John’s Roast Pork
- Ishkabibble’s South Street
- Jim’s Steaks
- Woodrow’s Sandwich Shop
- Max’s Steaks
- Commercial Philly Cheesesteaks: Pat’s Steaks & Geno’s
Get Glam before the Gala:
- BLO/OUT Blow Dry Bar: 1804 Chestnut St.
- DryBar – Center City: 1701 Market St. Suite 500
- Aleksandra Ambrozy MakeUp & Hair: 1118 Pine Street
- Adolf Biecker Salon: 605 Sansom Street
- The Philly Hair & Makeup Co.: 718 N. 3rd St.
- Dina Alon Hair & Make-Up Studio: 2001 Market St.
- Macy's 1300 Market St
- On-Location Hair & Make Up Artists:
- Mack Stylist: www.mackstylist.com
- Julie Kate & Co: 215-439-2201
www.juliekatemakeup.com
Contact
For any questions or further information, please contact:
Ashley Herbein
- Events Coordinator
- Email: ashley@circadia.com
- Office: (800) 630-4710
- Direct: (484) 218-8232