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By Editorial Staff July 16, The FSMTA Annual Convention and Trade Show offered the opportunity to learn from top educators, meet leaders in the field, experience new products, and to enjoy various social events. The event kicked off Thursday evening with a lively presentation by keynote speaker David Kent, owner of Muscular Pain Relief Center and president and founder of Kent Health Systems, who spoke on the convention's theme "Realize Your Potential".

In true David Kent fashion, he had the crowd up on their feet massaging each other's backs to the instrumental tune of "Pipeline" by The Ventures, and then somehow rolled the presentation into an inspirational take-home message on possibilities and how to reach your goals.

Attendees could earn up to 19 continuing education hours. The exhibit hall was filled with some of the major vendors and leaders in the massage industry. Attendees were invited to take free samples of products, fun giveaways and connect with some of the top leaders in the industry including orthopedic massage expert James Waslaski, Ruth Werner of Massage Therapy Foundation and Angie Patrick of Massage Warehouse. Each time we do this, it really solidifies in my mind a simple truth: If we come together and each contribute a little, we can achieve so much more than we ever imagined possible and become the catalyst for positive change," said Patrick.

Ellen Mills of Pompano Beach, Fla. JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. FSMTA membership dues not only provide you with excellent benefits for yourself and your business, but also promote and protect the entire massage therapy profession in Florida.

If you are searching for a job, a friend, a smart business idea, insurance, or news about massage therapy; then FSMTA is for you! Since the beginning, the FSMTA has been involved in the legislative process concerning the massage therapy profession. We have lobbyists, an attorney on retainer, a legislative committee, and a legislative chair working year-round to protect your right to practice as a health care professional. LMTs are not only subject to the laws of the government, but also to the rules of the Board of Massage Therapy.

This free subscription is an effortless way to stay informed and connected. Another great way to keep in touch is to attend your local chapter meetings. By joining the FSMTA, you automatically become a member of your local chapter and receive chapter newsletters, at no extra cost. Chapter meetings provide you with a chance to network with neighboring therapists and help you get involved in community activities. Every year during Massage Therapy Awareness Week, chapters organize events to raise public consciousness about the benefits of massage therapy.

Plus, chapter meetings offer free or low-cost continuing education programs, providing you credits towards your license renewal.