Jonathan has an insatiable passion for the float experience and industry. Driven by what he calls his, “superpower,” a medical condition known as ADHD. But it wasn’t until discovering floatation therapy that provided him a therapeutic alternative to medication for his condition. Not long after his first sensory deprivation experience, Jonathan and his wife Jessie founded Float Light in Appleton, Wisconsin. Float Light was an immediate success and was admired by the industry and community.

Jonathan then focused his attention toward the float industry by becoming a contributing member of the Floatation Tank Association (FTA) and joining the education and outreach committee, hosting and presenting workshops and roundtable events. In addition to his work through the FTA, Jonathan shares his expertise and knowledge for free through online workshops, consultation, business tools and marketing content for float centers, spas and other businesses. Jonathan is an expert in marketing, advertising, videography, graphic design and software engineering. His ultimate goal is to educate the float community on strategies that build public awareness of floatation therapy and the many benefits it provides.

Allan & Jeanne Mills have owned Ocean Elements for 7 years offering multiple modalities. They have 2 adult children, Eva and Arran, and an 13-year-old miniature schnauzer, Dexter.

Jeanne is a Registered Nurse and leverages her medical knowledge to help her clients work through their anxiety, pain, stress and sleep issues through customizing the multiple services they offer. She is a Certified HeartMath® Practitioner and helps her clients achieve coherent alignment of their physical, mental and emotional systems. Jeanne has executive level board experience with both the Baltimore Area Chapter of Legal Nurse Consultants and the Ocean Pines Swim Team. She tries to float weekly and enjoys taking advantage of the other relaxation modalities when possible. Jeanne is the Treasurer of the FTA Board as well as a Board Member for the Float Conference.

Melody Fraser is a dedicated entrepreneur and the visionary owner of Blissful Waters Float Center, a premier wellness destination located in The Woodlands, TX, just north of Houston. Her journey into the world of float therapy was love at first float, and it has been a transformative experience that she passionately shares with her community.

Despite facing numerous challenges in establishing her center, Melody's unwavering determination, combined with the support of family, led to the successful opening of Blissful Waters Float Center, a three-room float center and wellness center offering a range of wellness modalities.

Beyond her float center, Melody and her husband, David Fraser, are also the proud owners of Blissful Waters Consulting. Through this venture, they assist other wellness clinics in integrating float rooms into their existing businesses, thereby expanding the reach of float therapy. Melody's commitment to the float therapy industry is further evidenced by her active involvement with the Floatation Tank Association (FTA), where she contributes her time and expertise to help others succeed and give back to a community that was there when she needed it most.

When she's not immersed in the world of float therapy, Melody cherishes spending quality time with her family. Her home is a lively hub, shared with her husband, two teenagers, three dogs, and even a snake, making for a dynamic and loving household.

With over five years of experience as a float spa owner, Melody Fraser continues to be a pioneering force in the float therapy industry. She is excited about the future growth and direction of this wellness modality and remains committed to spreading its benefits far and wide.

Eric opened The Ocean Lab in Austin, TX in August 2019. A 12-time Ironman and lifelong endurance athlete, he’s been obsessed with human performance for decades. He originally found floating in 2016 to help recover from tough workouts, but quickly discovered that the benefits spilled over into all areas of life. His mission is now focused on helping others reach their full potential physically, mentally, and spiritually.

Michael Cordova is the co-founder of Floating Point Float Centre in Pangbourne, UK. In 2017 he gave the world’s first TEDx Talk on Floatation Therapy. He has also given talks on the benefits of Floatation in the UK, spoken at the Float Conference and appeared on a number of podcasts. In addition to this he has also helped to set up two floatation therapy pilot studies.

Corey is an experienced counselor and somatic trauma therapist with a specialty in bodywork and addiction therapy. He's spent significant time at the Esalen Institute where he created the Didgeridoo Meditation, and holds a master’s degree in clinical psychology. Beyond his professional roles, Corey is a big believer in community service, teaching meditation classes to incarcerated men, and managing a thriving multi float tank wellness center in Asheville. When he's not working, he loves relaxing with his family and working on their microfarm.

Bryce Evans is a multidisciplinary artist living in Montreal and the CEO of More Floats, the expert marketing partner for float centers. After a powerful first float experience over a decade ago, he has had a committed float practice of over 400 hours and focused his marketing expertise to elevate and grow the industry. Initially, working with leaders in the industry like Float House (at the time the largest float center in the world and the first float center in Vancouver) he has helped launch and grow some of the top centers around the world. Now, he is dedicated to creating educational content and highlighting powerful stories for float therapy to encourage more people to commit to a regular float practice. To create a ripple effect of calm, healing and connection.

Mark is the co-owner of Infinity Float Center in Houston, TX along with his wife Jennifer Gurley. Most of his professional career has been involved with Reliability Engineering within the Petrochemical, Oil & Gas, Power Generation industry. The stresses of that world, and benefits found from floating to counteract them, led them to open their float center in 2017. He is a voracious reader, loves the outdoors, and has lived in 4 different countries, with more to come.

Mandy (Rowe) Miller joined the True REST Float Spa team in 2015. Inspired by the True REST vision she joined the corporate team spearheading franchise sales and construction. Since then she has grown into the role of President and also oversees the operations of all corporate managed locations. She is passionate about holistic wellness and enjoys innovating the Float Therapy experience to create the most impactful and customizable experience for members. She was first exposed to True REST when her friend's father, a Navy SEAL, raved about the Float Pod he used for physical and mental recovery. Through True REST she was introduced to, and recently joined the board of, the Yellow Ribbon Fund that helps post 9/11 veterans find holistic recovery options at home. She also sits on the fundraising committee for the Float Collective, and the board of the Float Tank Association.

Dr. Roy Vore is the senior consultant with Vore & Associates LLC, a consulting company specializing in aquatic facility management, operator training, and risk management. He is internationally recognized as the pool and spa sector's leading authority on recreational water illness. Since 1991 he has been the aquatics industry’s voice, translating the complexity of microbiology into the everyday language of operators. His efforts include drafting portions of the CDC’s Model Aquatic Health Code, writing the NSPF’s recreational water illness manual, and a variety of fact sheets on microbial issues for APSP. Dr. Vore has over 90 scholarly papers and presentations on the selection and use of industrial biocides, biocide testing methodology, the microbiological of swimming pools and spas, and the governmental regulation of biocides. Roy became interested in floating due to the unique physiology of float tanks and the potential for non-pharmaceutical treatments for our overly stressed society. Roy’s hobbies include making beer and bird watching – which usually includes drinking the beer.