Cancer Survivor to Global Wellness Trailblazer | Global Wellness Day's Founder Belgin Aksoy

Krissy Vann | Host, All Things Fitness and Wellness

The inspiring story of Global Wellness Day Founder Belgin Aksoy, a true powerhouse in the world of fitness and wellness. Belgin Aksoy is a trailblazer in her field, with an impressive list of accomplishments to her name.

She is the founder of Richmond Nua Wellness Spa, which holds the distinction of being Turkey's first destination spa and one of Europe's most award-winning establishments. But it was in 2012 that everything changed when Belgin founded the internationally successful Global Wellness Day.

On this episode of our podcast, Belgin opens up about her personal battle with thyroid cancer at the young age of 29, when her son was just 17 months old. This terrifying ordeal served as a catalyst for her own journey towards wellness and ignited her mission to share her vision with the world through Global Wellness Day. Today, this global movement is celebrated by millions in over 170 countries.

Belgin's outstanding contributions to the wellness-spa industry have not gone unnoticed. In 2016, she was honored with the prestigious "Leading Woman in Wellness" award by the Global Wellness Institute, an organization that has played a pivotal role in the industry's economic growth, reaching a staggering 4.7 trillion dollars. That same year, Belgin was also recognized as the deserving recipient of the "Most Influential Spa Leader" award by American Spa. Belgin Aksoy's influence extends globally. In 2019, she was honored with the "Personality of the Year" award by La Fédération des Professionnels du Bien-ētre. Her relentless dedication and pioneering spirit were further acknowledged in 2022 when she received the esteemed "Pioneer of Wellness" award from the Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards.

Join us on this episode of All Things Fitness and Wellness as we delve into Belgin Aksoy's remarkable journey, her triumph over adversity, and her mission to inspire and empower people worldwide. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation with a true industry icon.