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Donna Porcino

Cresco

Summary

To Continue to utilize all of my 30 years of experience, ideas, knowledge and personal growth to move forward in the upscale industry of Resort Oriented-Destination Spa in the Pocono Mountains and surrounding areas.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Partner

Kindred Spirits Wellness Group
Cresco
01.2026 - Current
  • Launched a company specializing in spa buildouts, management, and operations.
  • Collaborated with wellness practitioners to enhance client service offerings.
  • Developed strategic partnerships to expand community outreach initiatives.
  • Oversaw program development to align with organizational goals and values.

Owner

Bodyworks Wellness Studios
East Stroudsburg
01.2021 - Current
  • Specialized in yoga, massage therapy, crystal healing, energy work to enhance client wellness.
  • Managed daily operations of boutique shop, ensuring smooth customer experience and inventory control.

SPA OWNER

The Spa at Mount Airy Casino and Resort
01.2009 - Current
  • Owned and operated spa at hotel/resort, delivering exceptional guest experiences.
  • Trained therapists to perform all spa services, enhancing service quality and client satisfaction.

SPA OWNER

The Skyview Spa at Skytop Lodge
01.1996 - Current
  • Own and operate a spa in a hotel/ resort.
  • Trained therapists on how to perform all spa services.

COMPANY OWNER

Bodyworks Etc. Ltd.
01.1994 - Current
  • In 1994 I started my own spa business and now it has grown into multiple locations to help better serve the growing number of clientele.

SPA OWNER

The Laurel Spa at Pocono Manor
01.2002 - 01.2022
  • Own and operate a spa at a hotel/ resort.
  • Trained therapists on how to perform all spa services.

SPA OWNER

The Spa at Mountain Laurel Resort
01.2008 - 01.2020
  • Owned and operated a spa in a hotel/ resort.
  • Trained therapists on how to perform all spa services.
  • Closed due to hotel going up for auction sale.

COMPANY OWNER/EVENT PLANNER

Artistic Elegance
01.2009 - 01.2020
  • Own and operate a traveling company that specializes in make-Up and hair design.
  • Trained therapists on how to perform all spa services.

SPA OWNER

Artistic Elegance at Nichols Village Hotel
01.2014 - 01.2019
  • Own and operate a spa in a hotel.
  • Trained therapists on how to perform all spa services.

SPA OWNER

Artistic Elegance Outerbanks, North Carolina
01.2013 - 01.2018
  • Own and operate a free standing salon and spa.
  • Trained therapists on how to perform all spa services.

SPA OWNER

The Spa at Bushkill Inn and Conference Center
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Own and operate a spa in a new hotel.
  • Trained therapists on how to perform all spa services.

SPA OWNER

Bodyworks in Paradise Valley, PA
01.1999 - 01.2008
  • Owned and operated a free-standing spa.
  • Trained therapists on how to perform all spa services.
  • Sold location to focus on growing number of contracts.

SPA OWNER

Bodyworks in Mountainhome, PA
01.1994 - 01.1999
  • Owned and operated a free-standing spa.
  • Moved to a larger location to accommodate growing clientele.

MASSAGE THERAPIST

Various Locations
03.1994 - 10.1994
  • Marshall's Creek Holistic Center
  • Opulence Studios
  • Paradise Stream Caesar's Resorts
  • Sheer Design
  • Young Images

VARIOUS POSITIONS

Sam Goody
01.1981 - 01.1989
  • Receptionist in Human Resources Department
  • Promoted to Human Resources Manager
  • Promoted to Vice President's Assistant
  • Responsibilities included:
  • Answer phones
  • Payroll
  • Coordinate traveling, meetings and scheduling
  • Prepare profit and loss statements weekly
  • Responsible for unemployment claims and local unions
  • Responsible for two coordinators
  • Primary contact for District Managers and Store Managers of approximately 60 locations

Education

Yoga Instruction - Yoga

Boundless Yoga School
Stroudsburg
01-2014

License - Massage Therapy

STATE BOARD OF NORTH CAROLINA
North Carolina
01-2013

Certification - Lomi Lomi/Bamboo massage

MASSAGE ACADEMY OF THE POCONOS
STROUDSBURG, PA
09-2012

Certification - Bamboo Massage

MASSAGE ACADEMY OF THE POCONOS
STROUDSBURG, PA
08-2012

Certification - Make-Up

NYC MAKE-UP SHOW
03-2010

License -

PA GAMING LICENSE
Pennsylvania
01-2009

Course - Aromatherapy Specialty

AROMATHERAPY STUDIES
01-2005

Reflexology - Reflexology

Health Options Institute
Northampton, PA
01-2000

Nail Technician - Nail Technician

Stroudsburg School of Cosmetology
Stroudsburg, PA
01-1998

Neuromuscular Therapy - Neuromuscular Therapy

St. Johns Institute
Bethlehem, PA
01-1996

License - Massage Therapy

STATE BOARD OF MASSAGE THERAPY
Pennsylvania
07-1995

Aerobics and Fitness - Aerobics And Fitness

Aerobics And Fitness Association of America
01-1995

Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy

HEALTH OPTIONS INSTITUTE
Northampton, PA
01-1995

Fitness And Nutrition - Fitness And Nutrition

INTERNATIONAL CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL
Scranton, PA
01-1994

Deep Muscle Massage Therapy - Deep Muscle Therapy

HEALTH OPTIONS INSTITUTE
Northampton, PA
01-1994

High School Diploma -

Toms River High School
Toms River, NJ
01-1981

Certification -

YOGA WEST HOLISTIC CENTER

Skills

  • Business development
  • Enterprise expansion
  • Financial analysis
  • Marketing strategies
  • Expense control
  • Reputation management
  • Health promotion
  • Nutritional strategy
  • Fitness programming
  • Holistic health
  • Staff supervision
  • Employee training
  • Spa management
  • Facility operations
  • Strategic planning
  • Problem solving
  • Time management
  • Communication skills
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Detail oriented
  • Discipline
  • Self-motivation
  • Team collaboration
  • Well-being
  • Healthy lifestyle
  • Nutrition
  • Fitness
  • Body wellness
  • Leadership
  • Strategic planning

References

Available Upon Request

Timeline

Partner

Kindred Spirits Wellness Group
01.2026 - Current

Owner

Bodyworks Wellness Studios
01.2021 - Current

SPA OWNER

Artistic Elegance at Nichols Village Hotel
01.2014 - 01.2019

SPA OWNER

Artistic Elegance Outerbanks, North Carolina
01.2013 - 01.2018

SPA OWNER

The Spa at Bushkill Inn and Conference Center
01.2012 - 01.2015

SPA OWNER

The Spa at Mount Airy Casino and Resort
01.2009 - Current

COMPANY OWNER/EVENT PLANNER

Artistic Elegance
01.2009 - 01.2020

SPA OWNER

The Spa at Mountain Laurel Resort
01.2008 - 01.2020

SPA OWNER

The Laurel Spa at Pocono Manor
01.2002 - 01.2022

SPA OWNER

Bodyworks in Paradise Valley, PA
01.1999 - 01.2008

SPA OWNER

The Skyview Spa at Skytop Lodge
01.1996 - Current

MASSAGE THERAPIST

Various Locations
03.1994 - 10.1994

COMPANY OWNER

Bodyworks Etc. Ltd.
01.1994 - Current

SPA OWNER

Bodyworks in Mountainhome, PA
01.1994 - 01.1999

VARIOUS POSITIONS

Sam Goody
01.1981 - 01.1989

Yoga Instruction - Yoga

Boundless Yoga School

License - Massage Therapy

STATE BOARD OF NORTH CAROLINA

Certification - Lomi Lomi/Bamboo massage

MASSAGE ACADEMY OF THE POCONOS

Certification - Bamboo Massage

MASSAGE ACADEMY OF THE POCONOS

Certification - Make-Up

NYC MAKE-UP SHOW

License -

PA GAMING LICENSE

Course - Aromatherapy Specialty

AROMATHERAPY STUDIES

Reflexology - Reflexology

Health Options Institute

Nail Technician - Nail Technician

Stroudsburg School of Cosmetology

Neuromuscular Therapy - Neuromuscular Therapy

St. Johns Institute

License - Massage Therapy

STATE BOARD OF MASSAGE THERAPY

Aerobics and Fitness - Aerobics And Fitness

Aerobics And Fitness Association of America

Massage Therapy - Massage Therapy

HEALTH OPTIONS INSTITUTE

Fitness And Nutrition - Fitness And Nutrition

INTERNATIONAL CORRESPONDENCE SCHOOL

Deep Muscle Massage Therapy - Deep Muscle Therapy

HEALTH OPTIONS INSTITUTE

High School Diploma -

Toms River High School

Certification -

YOGA WEST HOLISTIC CENTER
Donna Porcino