Her clientele includes a diverse array of individuals, from lawyers and actresses to models and expectant mothers.
PLAYA DEL REY, CA, January 27, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ — Sonia Kaufmann has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Ms. Kaufmann is a distinguished spa owner with an impressive tenure spanning three decades in the wellness industry. Currently, at the helm of Golden Silhouette, she has been nurturing her establishment since 2020, dedicating herself to every aspect of the business, from booking appointments to providing personalized client care. Ms. Kaufmann honed her expertise as a Spa Trainor Specialist in Body Contour at Emmanuelle Blanche from 2017 to 2019 in combination with the Jonathan Club in Santa Monica, and as a certified massage therapist at Rancho Valencia between 2010 and 2017. Her entrepreneurial spirit first manifested when she founded Zen Your Life in 2007, a venture she led until 2010. Additionally, Ms. Kaufmann found success in the industry as a lead of the Massage team at La Jolla Spa MD, in San Diego from 2006 to 2008 with the training and support of the plastic surgeons, Dr. Michael Goldman, Dr. Butterwick and Dr. Kill, from which she learned her foundation and her passion in that field.
Ms. Kaufmann’s commitment to her profession is evident not only in her career trajectory but also in the sanctuary-like environment she has created at Golden Silhouette. Her clientele includes a diverse array of individuals, from lawyers and actresses to models and expectant mothers. She also specializes in sports massage at an advanced level, working with professional athletes who require highly specialized techniques. Ms. Kaufmann takes pride in offering more than just treatment but a welcoming space where women can indulge in self-care and genuine respite.
The foundation of Ms. Kaufmann’s success lies in her extensive education and certifications, which have been instrumental in her professional journey. She received an undergraduate degree in business administration and management from EADA Business School in 1986 and a master’s degree in international trade from the International School of Business Administration in 1987.
Ms. Kaufmann also became well qualified in her industry, receiving holistic health practitioner certification with a specialization in massage therapy, wellness, sport, and alternative therapies from the School of Healing Arts and medical certification as a manual lymphatic drainage therapist, which is a specialized technique that helps to clean the lymphatic system, especially before or after surgery, to promote healthy and clean tissue. Ms. Kaufmann notably collaborated with plastic surgeons in San Diego, where she learned about pre and post-operative procedures.
Her excellence has been acknowledged with prestigious accolades including first place to Rancho Valencia Resort as the Best Spa Treatment 2016 performing Watsu (massage in the water) from Forbes, and in 2023, the Best Detox Spa Treatment in Los Angeles from THA Travel and Hospitality Awards.
Ms. Kaufmann’s dedication extends beyond her professional endeavors into philanthropic efforts. She has volunteered for long haulers, taught yoga and massage in India, and offered her services on Camino Santiago in Spain. Her excellence has been acknowledged with prestigious accolades, such as Best Treatment in the United States by Forbes Spa in 2016 and Best Detox Spa Treatment in Los Angeles in 2023.
Looking ahead, Ms. Kaufmann aspires to begin attending conferences, classes, and training worldwide to grow her business and continue sharing her wealth of knowledge with other professionals in the field.
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