About
Who We Are
How We Started
Meet The Team!
Lisa Semerly
President of the World Halotherapy Association
Chief Revenue Officer, Halotherapy Solutions
With over a decade of experience in the Halotherapy industry, Lisa Semerly is a recognized leader and trusted expert in the field. As a successful multi-modality medical spa owner—thriving for more than 10 years—Lisa has a deep understanding of how Halotherapy supports a range of respiratory and skin-related conditions. This hands-on expertise, combined with years of industry mentorship, makes her a go-to resource for wellness professionals entering or expanding in the salt therapy space.
Lisa’s career began in the pharmaceutical industry, where she spent 15 years, including over a decade at Merck & Co. as a Lead Executive Specialty Representative working closely with respiratory thought leaders. She also held key roles at Bristol Myers-Squibb, focusing on dermatological health. Lisa holds a master’s degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from Michigan State University.
Appointed President of the World Halotherapy Association in 2023, Lisa is leading the organization through a period of rapid industry growth and evolution. Under her leadership, the WHA is helping shape the future of Halotherapy—setting standards, supporting practitioners, and championing the therapeutic power of salt.
Camryn Albert
Digital Marketing Specialist
Camryn Albert
Camryn Albert is a recent graduate of Assumption University with a degree in Digital Marketing and over three years of experience across various industries, including nonprofit cancer research, small businesses, and health and wellness. Currently, she plays a vital role as a Digital Marketing Specialist for the World Halotherapy Association, where she manages and creates engaging content for the organization’s social media platforms and website. Camryn also helps enhance wellness training programs by refining content and materials. Passionate about both wellness and digital marketing, she is dedicated to promoting wellness through innovative digital marketing strategies.
Peter Stiener
Training & Development Consultant
Peter Stiener
Peter has over 30 years’ experience as a training and development consultant. He has completed hundreds of educational and training programs for corporations and businesses, all over the world including Australia, New Zealand. Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Canada, Israel, Europe, Nigeria and the US. He has produced training programs for just about every industry including health care, pharmaceuticals, real estate, banking, manufacturing, engineering and education. The aim of all these programs has been to help people do their jobs better and to feel more confident in their daily interactions with colleagues and customers. Peter is fascinated by the complementary therapy industry and its promise to help people with a wide range of physical challenges. He has a BA from Hunter College (City University of New York) and a Masters degree in adult learning from Antioch University and lives in NYC with his partner, Susan.
WHA Advisors
Dr. Raleigh Duncan
Dr Duncan was one of the early pioneers in the infrared sauna industry and has led Clearlight Saunas to a leadership position over the last 19 years. He is very experienced in designing systems to help heal the body, the creation of health products from inception to execution, manufacturing and quality control. He also holds several patents. He has a Doctor of Chiropractic degree as well as a BS in Science, Life West Chiropractic, Regents College. Dr Duncan has been instrumental in the joint product development with Halotherapy Solutions LLC of the Halo-IR—the first custom-designed product that combines Halotherapy and InfraRed.
Kenny Kong
Kenny has run Salt Therapy Centre, Breathe Better Salt Rooms, in Frankston, Australia for 5 years. This is the most successful salt therapy business in Australia with marketing techniques that can be used anywhere. Prior to salt therapy, Kenny worked for 21 years at Crown Casino in Melbourne Australia where his last position was Assistant Casino Manager, Table Games. Kenny has first hand experience with salt therapy, In July 2013, he became sick with acute bronchitis for about 9 months where he was on multiple antibiotics nearly daily.. Kenny committed to salt therapy for just over 3 months attending 5 sessions a week. In the first couple of months his health and "all day, every day" cough and asthma was relieved as well as his thick green congestion. This was his impetus to look into salt therapy. Kenny threw in his job at Crown Casino and joined the salt therapy revolution.
Kathleen Slonager
Ms. Slonager is CEO of Transformational Health, PC– a holistic health care practice devoted to homeopathy. As a Board Certified Classical Homeopath she is excited to help people restore health and vitality utilizing the therapeutic principles of homeopathy. She is also the Executive Director of Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America – Michigan Chapter, a non-profit charity dedicated to education and training for all those affected by asthma and allergies, as well as the professionals who take care of them.
In 2013, she was awarded the AAFA Chapter Innovation Award from the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, in recognition of a home care program for families dealing with asthma and allergies. Additionally, she is the co-author or the AAFA Wee Breathers™ and the Asthma Care for Adults™ asthma management programs.
With over 25 years of experience, Kathleen is a passionate patient advocate and health educator with expertise in asthma and allergy management, complementary and alternative medicine modalities, disease management, quality assurance, and health promotion and hopes to light a spark in others and is passionate about providing evidence-informed health information to aid consumers on their own health and wellness journey.
Lisa Starr
Lisa Starr is the Principal of Wynne Business Consulting & Education, which specializes in spa, wellness & salon businesses. Starr has over 35 years of experience in the beauty & wellness industry, spending the last 18 years as a consultant and educator, helping owners and operators of spas and wellness facilities maximize their operations performance in both front and back of house while providing exceptional experiences for clients and guests.
Her particular areas of focus include operations, finances & staff compensation, marketing, inventory management, retailing, human resource & leadership development, and business process improvement. Starr is the Task Force Chair for the Global Wellness Institute’s Consulting Initiative, a Contributing Editor at Dayspa Magazine, a regular contributor to global trade publications, a highly-rated speaker at ISPA and beauty industry conferences, and offers live spa management courses across the globe, as well as through an online learning portal.
Dr. Alan M. Atkinson
Dr. Alan M. Atkinson is a seasoned retired healthcare provider with over 44 years of experience in Pulmonology, Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Sleep Medicine. He served as the Medical Director of the Sparrow Sleep Center (1992-2017) and was also the Medical Director of Pulmonary Rehabilitation for Lansing General and Sparrow Hospitals.
Dr. Atkinson specializes in advanced bronchoscopic technology, exercise physiology, and interstitial lung disease. He has also consulted for industry, biotechnology, insurance, and medical-legal entities. As an advisor for the World Halotherapy Association, he brings his expertise in pulmonary health and innovative respiratory treatments.
Fluent in English and Spanish, Additionally, Dr. Atkinson holds a certification in Musical Production from Berklee College of Music, reflecting his passion for music.
Lisa Starr
Lisa Starr is the Principal of Wynne Business Consulting & Education, which specializes in spa, wellness & salon businesses. Starr has over 35 years of experience in the beauty & wellness industry, spending the last 18 years as a consultant and educator, helping owners and operators of spas and wellness facilities maximize their operations performance in both front and back of house while providing exceptional experiences for clients and guests.
Her particular areas of focus include operations, finances & staff compensation, marketing, inventory management, retailing, human resource & leadership development, and business process improvement. Starr is the Task Force Chair for the Global Wellness Institute’s Consulting Initiative, a Contributing Editor at Dayspa Magazine, a regular contributor to global trade publications, a highly-rated speaker at ISPA and beauty industry conferences, and offers live spa management courses across the globe, as well as through an online learning portal.
WHA Ambassadors
Connie NG
AUSTRALIA
Founder, The Salt Therapy Clinic & Sanctuary
Connie’s key areas of focus in Halotherapy are: Respiratory, Skin Health, Sports Performance, Sports Recovery, Pain Management, Relaxation, Sleep and Natural Therapy. Connie is very keen to create awareness and share the natural healing benefits of Halotherapy
Kelly Leblond
FRANCE
Owner, Aerosel Halotherapie
Five years ago, Kelly dreamt of owning her own salt room and introducing dry salt therapy to the French. A long-time sufferer of sinus congestion, Kelly believes that halotherapy should be viewed as a preventive measure in healthcare. She intends to combine halotherapy with other holistic treatments in her new wellness business. She enjoys hosting workshops that bring like-minded people together.
Ryan Dodson
UNITED STATES
CEO, The Salt Suite
Through franchising, Ryan has a history of helping business owners achieve their dreams. He has carried this expertise to salt therapy. Ryan and his partner Tiffany purchased The Salt Suite from their founders back in 2019 and through this year grew The Salt Suite by 50%. They are looking to continue their growth by bringing the benefits of salt therapy across the United States.