Master Spas
Julie Hess has extensive experience in human resources and event planning. Currently serving as the Vice President of Human Resources at Master Spas since February 2013, Julie has held various positions within the company, including Human Resources Director and Office & Compensation Manager. In addition to this role, Julie is actively involved with the Northeast Indiana Human Resources Association as Programs & Hospitality Director and President-Elect since January 2022. Prior to joining Master Spas, Julie owned Classic City Events from January 2011 to September 2018, successfully managing weddings and events, and worked as Event Director at Lakewood Park Christian School from August 1999 to June 2013, where event planning and fundraising were key responsibilities. Julie also gained foundational experience in staffing and customer service training as Staff Coordinator at Infotel Distributing from September 1991 to August 1997.
Master Spas
Master Spas is based in Fort Wayne, Indiana, 90 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Operating out of a state-of-the-art, 530,000-square-foot manufacturing facility on a 36-acre manufacturing campus, Master Spas is the largest swim spa manufacturer in the world, and largest portable hot tub manufacturer that makes 100% of our product in the USA. The company’s executive team boasts more than 200 years of spa manufacturing success and one of the strongest track records in the industry. The company is committed to helping people live better, whether it’s through daily soaks in a hot tub or balancing athletic goals with daily life. Master Spas offers a training solution with its swim spas and works with athletes such as professional triathletes Ben Hoffman, Mirinda Carfrae, Tim O’Donnell, and Meredith Kessler. There are also partnership agreements with legendary swimmer Michael Phelps, gold medal gymnast Aly Raisman, silver medal gymnast Chellsie Memmel, and professional runner Jordan Hasay. Master Spas core values include honesty, hard work, having fun, faith, and helping others. The spirit of giving is built-in to our company culture, and our faith and beliefs guide us in partnering with each other, our community, and our customers for the greater good. Master Spas has built long-term partnerships with local and national organizations, including the Lupus Foundation of America, Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer, NAZ Children’s Center, and The Crossing school.