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International Association for Colon Hydrotherapy Quarterly Winter 2013/14

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Table of Contents2 I-ACT PolICy STATemenTS I-ACT PreSIdenT’S leTTer 35 nBCHT PreSIdenT’S meSSAge

grIevAnCe CommITTee rePorT 66 mId ATlAnTIC regIon rePorT

Fund rAISIng CommITTee rePorT 910 regIonAl reP CommITTee rePorT

regIonAl reP lIST 1113 legISlATIve CommITTee rePorT

BoArd ConTACT InFormATIon 14 15 memBerSHIP CommITTee rePorT

mArkeTIng/PuBlIC relATIonS CommITTee 16 17 BeIng A leAderr In your BuSIneSS

BoArd BIogrAPHIeS 18-1920 -21 2014 ConvenTIon InvITATIon

BoArd BIogrAPHIeS 22-2324 AwArdS CommITTee rePorT

BuSIneSS TIPS 2526 eduCATIon CommITTee rePorT

regIonAl meeTIng SCHedule 2829 I-ACT CookBook needS your HelP!

InSurAnCe InFormATIon 3032 mIdweST regIon rePorTn

ProFeSSIonAl STAndArd/eTHICS CommITTee 3337 SPeAker SeleCTIon CommITTee rePorT new memBerS - 4TH QuArTer 39

Disclaimer: I-ACT neither endorses, approves, nor supports any products advertised in this Quarterly Newsletter. These advertisements are provided to the membership by each advertiser. Additionally, the readers should assure themselves that the material presented herein is current and

applicable at the time it is read. The authors cannot warrant that the material will continue to be accurate. Readers should verify statements before relying on them. No statement herein shall be considered a legal opinion nor a substitute for the advice of an attorney. For the most

recent and complete interpretation of laws, please consult an attorney.

I-ACT Policy Statements:I-ACT recommends the use of currently registered FDA equipment and only disposable speculums, rectal tubes, or rectal nozzles. However, should the Therapist use reusable speculums, these speculums should, at a minimum, be autoclaved for sanitation and cleanliness (30 minutes). Additionally, the autoclave unit must be tested and inspected by competent authority at least four times per year- maintain documentation. (Under NO conditions should a disposable speculum or rectal tube be reused).

I-ACT recognizes the FDA classifies equipment used to instill water into the colon through a nozzle inserted into the rectum to evacuate the contents of the colon into three distinct classes; Class I (Enema Kits), Class II and Class III are (Colon Irrigation Systems). Follow the guidelines of your manufacturer, as approved by the FDA for the type of equipment (devices) you are using. Make no claims as to the use of your device other than those approved by the FDA.

The main differences between Class I and Class II devices:

The code of federal regulations CFR 876.5210 & 876.5220 describe the differences between the Class I and the Class II devices. From that regulation, a Class I device is an enema system and does not include “colonic irrigation devices”. A “colon irrigation device” is a Class II device, which in part is described as: “The system is designed to allow evacuation of the contents of the colon during the administration of the colonic irrigation.

The Class I Device: · The Class I device is defined as an enema system and may not have temperature control, temperature gauges or water purification as part of the device. Class I enema systems must be self-administered.· Manufacturers of Class I devices are not required to have third party oversight as they need not comply with the good manufacturing practices and record keeping that are required of Class II manufacturers. Class I devices are not as heavily regulated and controlled by the FDA as Class II devices are.· Owners of Class I devices may not market their service using the terms “colonics or colonic irrigation” in describing the scope of their practice of evacuating the contents of the lower bowel.

The Class II Device:· The Class II Device is a “colonic irrigation device”.· Manufacturers of Class II devices are required to have third party oversight and must comply with the good manufacturing practices and record keeping that are required by the FDA. Class II devices are heavily regulated and controlled by the FDA.· The FDA requires Class II devices to be sold and used on or at the order of a physician or health care practitioner. This may be different in each state.

Although I-ACT is not aware of any laws that preclude you from assisting an individual with an enema, I-ACT does want you to consider upgrading your equipment to the equipment that provides the greatest safe-guards to the public. In this profession, that would be equipment marketed as Class II devices.

Remember that I-ACT strongly recommends that all I-ACT members use FDA registered Class II devices or devices equivalent to Class II devices regulated by the appropriate agency in your country. Only individuals using FDA registered equipment will be placed on the I-ACT Web Site. Purchase equipment at your own risk. Ensure you are in compliance with your local, state, federal and country guidelines. Ensure that equip-ment you purchase is cleared for use in your country.

I-ACT recognizes there are two distinct types of colon irrigation systems; open and closed systems. However, it is I-ACT policy that the colon hydrotherapist / technician is always in attendance / or is immediately available to the client throughout the session. The degree of assistance is to be in compliance with the instructions of the manufacturer of the equipment as registered with the FDA, and/or as directed by a physician.

The policy on insertion is to follow the instruction of the referring physician; the guidelines of the manufacturer as approved by the FDA; or the directives from the authority of your city, county, state, or country ordinances.

I-ACT recommends that you do not put the initials (CT) for colon hydrotherapist after your name, write it out in full. According to most state laws, putting initials after your name is not allowed unless you are licensed or have a degree from an accredited professional school.

Advertising copy which states or implies that colon hydrotherapy can treat any disease, promise cure for any disease, or that makes unsubstantiated medical claims SHALL NOT be used.

Following is a list of our new members for the period November 1, 2013 through December 31, 2013.We are glad to have you as members. Remember, at I-ACT you are important to us!

First Name Last Name Home City Home State CountryElisabeth Gaines Palm Harbor FL USAHilda Hito Chatsworth CA USAElizabeth Kapuniai-Skinner La Honda CA USAMary Allison San Francisco CA USASusan Scott Lufkin TX USACoe Nowell Bent NM USAMonnica Mataya Indio CA USADebra Gravois Cypress TX USACarlos Augusto Gonzalez Correa Manizales Caldas Colombia, South AmericaMarisa Magistro Orem UT USABing Ding Chino CA USASusan Lee San Francisco CA USAShirley Mizell Cottondale AL USAJulian Toussaint Castries St. Lucia West IndiesKira Wright Eighty-Four PA USAMaribeth Essig Indianapolis IN USABeata Almasi Forest Hills NY USAAndrew Gregory Hertfordshire United KingdomMaureen Ashe Lawrenceville GA USAYin So Houston TX USALatrice Howard Jessup MD USAJaime Larsen Colorado Springs CO USAMichelle Williams Erie CO USABlanca Hernandez Alamo TX USASandra Sparrow Parry Sound ON CanadaMme Sylvie Couturier Jaffray BC CanadaStacy Petit Hampton GA USAMonica Black Toronto ON CanadaMary Robertson Edgewater MD USAEddy Zelaya Whittier CA USADebbie Planck San Diego CA USARose Myette New York NY USABeverly Peterkin Fayeteville NC USAAntoinette Flagg Long Beach CA USAAmanda McGeown Newry Co. Down Northern Ireland

Dear I-ACT Members,

As I write this letter to you during the holiday season, I am enjoying the pleasure of my family and friends. Sitting by the fireplace with snow and ice outside in Minnesota gives me time to reflect. This is a relaxing and healthy environment to give thanks and appreciation for all we have and all we received in 2013.

As we review 2013, we have been blessed to have some major successes in our legislative efforts. We have learned many important lessons from these successes.

1. We must be unified in our efforts. It only takes one individual to kill support for a bill. 2. We have found out that the legislators are serious about professionalism and appropriate training. 3. Our twenty-five years of hard work building our image is paying off.

Congratulations to everyone for helping us become the premier colon hydrotherapy association in the world.

I would like to recognize the efforts of Richard Armstrong, from the UK, for solidifying an Inter-Association agreement for the profession of Colon Hydrotherapy. This document, between I-ACT, ARCH, RICTAT, and IPCH, sets “common standards” for our profession. We are waiting for all associations to sign this agreement. It will be on the I-ACT web site once all signatures are received.

Speaking of this quarterly, I have asked each Committee Chair provide you a short bio in addition to their Committee report. Please review the Committee Reports and, if you believe their efforts are important, then volunteeer your time to assist that committee.

As I look forward to 2014, it is my dream to increase the size of our Association. We’ve learned there is strength in numbers, so we need to expand our membership base. All of us know of colon hydrotherapists that are not members of our Association. Become pro-active and help these individuals understand the value of becoming an I-ACT member.

Letter to the Members from the I-ACT President: Gail Naas

One of our greatest assets is the stability that our Association brings to our profession. 2014 marks our 25th year of existence.

We will be celebrating this milestone during our 2014 Convention this year in Los Angeles, CA.

I can promise you that this convention will exceed all previous conventions. We will honor all of our previous Board Members. In addition, your Board is working hard to bring you a superb selection of speakers. For example, if you believe that the pH values help you to maintain greater health, then you will enjoy listening to one of our keynote speakers, Dr. Robert O. Young, the author of The pH Miracle: Balance Your Diet, Reclaim Your Health.

Or, perhaps you will be interested in hearing from Dr. Naina Sachdev, the former ambassador for Olay Regenerist Proctor & Gamble skin care line. She is an international educator and speaker on cutting edge women’s wellness issues and on bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. You can’t miss this presentation.

Our location, the magnificent Millenium Biltmore, is breathtaking. Register early to reserve your space. We anticipate selling out this convention. Hopefully, this brief preview is enough to inspire you to register for our 2014 Convention, and be part of the excitement!

As we look forward to 2014, I hope your holiday was full of all of the joy this season brings, and, I hope you were able to take time for yourself.

It is important to take time to focus on our personal well-being also. Remember, to help others, you must take care of yourself. You are important to us and you are valued.

I wish you a prosperous and health-filled New Year, wherever you are, in our I-ACT global community.

Gail NaasI-ACT President

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Speaker SelectionCommitteeReportby - Beverley Blass Chair

As the Speaker Committee Chair, I will help find great speakers for our conventions and create different ways to educate our members. It is a challenging and growing experience. I am very excited and inspired, making connections and learning to utilize good communications skills along the way. Yes, taking deep breaths and making a lot of phone calls.

We have a started contracting with our keynote speakers.

We have secured Dr. Robert O. Young. Over the past two and a half decades, Robert O. Young has been widely recognized as one of the top research scientists in the world. Throughout his career, his research has been focused at the cellular level. Having a specialty in cellular nutrition, Dr. Young has devoted his life to researching the true causes of disease, subsequently developing The New Biology™ to help people balance their life.

In 1994, Dr. Young discovered the biological transformation of red blood cells into bacteria and bacteria to red blood cells. He has since documented several such transformations.

Dr. Young’s research has been published in several noted journals, including The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. (Sympathetic Resonance Technology, Scientific Foundations and Summary of Biologic and Clinical Studies, Dec. 2002, Vol. 8, No. 6: 835-842.).

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Passionately known as “Dr. Naina,” she has successfully established herself as a leader in the medical field in the Pacific Northwest. With a thriving practice that focuses on aesthetic, integrative and functional medicine, this internist and anti-aging expert serves as a Medical Director of the Advanced Aesthetics and Integrative Medical Center. Dr. Naina is the former ambassador for Olay Regenerist Proctor & Gamble skin care line, recently launched in the Middle East. She is excited about the opportunity to be an international educator and speaker on cutting edge womens’ wellness issues and on bioidentical hormone replacement therapy and non-invasive aesthetic treatments.

We are working on other great speakers and will let you know when we have them under contract.

Keep checking the I-ACT Web site for more information on our speakers for 2014. I-ACT is passionate about our profession, and our Board is committed to making this Association the leader in the years ahead both in the United States and around the world.

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To: All Members of NBCHT

We hope this letter finds you and yours in the best of health and ready to start a New Year.

As you read Gail’s letter, you can see how important it is for us to work together to support the legislative ef-forts. One of the strongest arguments that we have, to help the legislative bodies of our states to believe that our profession is safe and our members are capable of working on the public in a safe manner, is the NBCHT Certification Examination.

This exam is used by the only state in the US that licenses colon hydrotherapists, and that state is Florida. The NBCHT has a policy to make this exam available to any state that is seeking legislation to help speed up the process and support the effort. In addition, the National Board exam is “legally defensible in the event of a judicial action against a colon hydrotherapist.” This is a very important point that cannot be over empha-sized.

We have been talking about this exam for years, and many of you have not taken this exam. This exam is now recognized in CT and in CO. Our profession is moving forward, so we strongly recommend that you not be left behind.

To help prepare you for this exam, I-ACT has developed a preparation course. The cost for the webinar or DVDs is only $150.00. Contact the I-ACT office to register for this new webinar or to get the DVDs. Then take the National Board Certification Exam and get certified by the NBCHT.

I believe this exam will be extremely valuable to you as we try to get legislation passed through each state. Taking the NBCHT Exam, demonstrates that you are a professional that is seeking to practice properly and that you want to ensure the safety of your clientele.

Thank you for doing your part to help us grow our Association and our profession.

Sincerely,

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GrievanceCommittee Report By Dorothy Chandler, RNChair

During 2013, nine grievances were filed against I-ACT members. Areas of concern continue to center on instructors and training.

While we understand that disagreements between instructors and students may occur, instructors are strongly encouraged to provide a contract before the first day of class, which identifies all school/training policies. Interview your potential student to access their fit for your program.

If you are providing a mentorship form of training, meaning the student may have a 1:1 experience with you, make sure your student knows this before start of class. Follow the I-ACT requirement for Foundation training -100 in-class hours.

Consider revising your refund policy if no refund is currently provided. Having a NO REFUND UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE is in my opinion harsh. Life happens, circumstances change. Additionally, many states have consumer protection laws that allow for a percentage of the monies paid to be refunded. Check your states’ regulations.

Lastly, if the student leaves training before finishing the complete course, please remember to submit an official transcript to the I-ACT office, providing the hours and course material taught even if the case is litigated in court. Include the A & P and CPR if this has been completed. Your compliance with I-ACT guidelines, allows the student an opportunity to continue training with another instructor.

Our clients, association and the general public benefit by the professionalism each of us displays. Lets work to make the first impression the public has of an I-ACT member, an exceptional one that will be lasting.

Mid Atlantic RegionReport By Darlene HollowayRegional Rep

The Mid-Atlantic regional meeting took place on Saturday, October 19, 2013.Even though the day was cloudy and overcast, the room was filled with warmth and rays of sunshine with knowledge being exchanged. In attendance were: nine (9) I-ACT members and one (I) guest: Darlene Barnes, Donna Randolph, Bobbie Pallante, Tiffany Jones, Shari Mewborn, Denise Souza, Joan Geanuracos, Sharon Fincke and Darlene Holloway.

There were several speakers presenting: C Andi Locke Mears presented on German New Medicine; Denise Souza presented on Azea, and Alcat Food-Intolerance Testing; Kristi Lea presented on Theta Healing; and Sharon Fincke and Joan Geanuracos presented on http://cleanfood123.com/.

After lunch was shared together, we took a moment of silence in remembrance of Dr. Sylvester Yong. We then closed out the day with T-shirt Contest Designing, closing remarks and sharing.

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Professional Standards &Ethics CommitteeReportBy Dorothy Chandler, RNChair

While researching another topic, the legal definition used by attorneys of the Standard of Care for medical practitioners came to mind. This legal definition is the framework used to evaluate healthcare practitioners actions. It presumes that the actions of all healthcare practitioners’ having the same training and skills will follow the accepted and recognized practice for that profession.

For example, the treatment of a heart attack or stroke by an emergency room physician in the Midwest would be the same on the West and East coast. A state or regions local practice takes a back seat to the accepted standards of practice for such treatment. The standards are recognized nationally.

Similar to other professions, I-ACT has established standards of practice guidelines, which its member colon hydrotherapists have a duty to follow.

The association has the expectation that its therapist members:

• (1) Possess an exceptional skill and knowledge above that of general public. John or Jane Q. Public cannot be expected to know how to operate the device or truly know what to expect from the session, especially their first experience.

• (2) That the skill or knowledge each member therapist possesses, establishes an obligation on the part of the member to act in a reasonable or sound manner when providing colon hydrotherapy services. Because you are an I-ACT member, you have access to the most current SOP (Standard Operating Procedures, Regulations and Guidelines).

• (3) That another therapist having the same or similar skills and knowledge would behave in a like manner. Instructors providing I-ACT training have access to the same syllabi and guidelines.

• (4) I-ACT has provided its members the SOP as a guideline and each I-ACT therapist using Class 1 and 2 devices has a contraindication list provided by the manufacturer of that device.

Remember, we have exceptional skills as colon hydrotherapy professionals. Providing a colon hydrotherapy session on any device requires knowledge and judgment above the level of the general public.

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Your students may take an A&P course through their local community college or university. If they have taken an Anatomy & Physiology course for massage, from a state licensed school that provided at least 45 hours of classroom time, that course will also count.

There is one course that may be used for the A&P pre-requisites.

Your student may take the Delmar course through CENGAGE Learning ONLY if you as the instructor or school register with Delmar and set up the program. It goes through you. Students may not just call Del-mar, it doesn’t work that way. The Instructor must Contact : Claudine DeChant: Cengage Learning at, 5 Maxwell Dr., Clifton Park, NY 12065 (p) 800.998.7498 x2598 or email: [email protected]. Valid in the USA.

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Mission statement for the fundraising committee:

The Fundraising Committee is responsible to promote the generation of funds beyond the Association budget to support the validity of colon hydrotherapy, both in legal and legislative matters and support scientific research studies, to enable each I-ACT certified therapist to be recognized as an independent, qualified professional with validating statistics to support the industry.

The previous board came up with the idea of creating a cookbook to support raising funds. One of my missions as newly elected board member is to continue the goal. I think it’s much needed. As we approach our 25th year anniversary, I believe this would be a great accomplishment that we as a group can be proud of. Over the last couple of months I have sent out 2 letters asking for volunteers to help with formatting, recipes, creating, etc. I am so happy that Judith M. Toscano, ND (Dr. Jude) from Lotus Wellness Cottage in Stuart, VA, and Diana Loze from Mississauga , ON, have offered to help with creating the book. We’ve decided this cookbook is going to be different from the average book. It’s geared more at the questions our clients are asking such as gluten free foods, candida diet, what to eat before and after a colonic, etc. If you are interested in helping us complete the cookbook, please contact me at the email listed below.

We are open to any idea’s to help keep the fundraising account afloat and tangible without donating too much of our own money. I am also hoping to find volunteers to join me on this venture to raise money. Please email me with any ideas or let me know if you’re interested in helping.

We look forward to taking on the process of reenergizing and refocusing certain aspects of our industry.

FundraisingCommitteeReportBy Gail Marie PalmsChair

Mid West RegionReport By Grace MelbyRegional Rep

The Spring Mid West regional meeting was held in St. Louis, MO, on October 19, 2013. Five members were present. It was hosted by John Schmieder of Community Acupuncture of St. Louis and Angie Smith of Holistic Wellness.

An update on the new I-ACT Board was given. We reviewed the various committees and chairs, with an emphasis on finding one or two committees to join in order to advance our profession. We also reviewed the T-shirt contest and the ease with which they can create their own design on line.

Our Round table discussion brought up some questions about how to safely and legally continue our right to practice. The drawings for I-ACT gifts were appreciated, with all preference for the intellectual materials.

John Schmieder lectured on “Acupuncture Points to Improve Digestion.” He gave us some simple tips to share with our clients. It was informative.

Our hosts outdid themselves. Room and board for the Regional Rep were provided by Community Acupuncture and Holistic Wellness at a hotel near the meeting site. (St.

Louis is about 350 miles from my home). Angie and John met me at the hotel and took me out to dinner the night before. We discussed concerns and topics to be covered at the meeting. It was so gorgeous and thoughtful of them.

I’m donating the travel expenses (car rental and gasoline), thus I-ACT incurred no meeting expenses.

Regional RepCommittee ReportBy Darlene HollowayChair

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Having served as the Regional Representative for the Mid Atlantic Region since 2003, I am especially pleased to now chair the Regional Representative Committee.

It is exciting to have the opportunity to work with a great group of Regional Representatives, and with the assistance of Co-Chair Suzanne Childre, I am sure we will make a positive impact on our Association.

REGIONAL REPRESTENTATIVE COMMITTEE MISSION STATEMENT:

We as Regional Representatives will provide leadership and share the I-ACT story with members and non-members through regular communication, invitations to join our Association, providing education to further the profession, and opportunities for testing.

I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to Gale Ulbert, Connie Thrush, Annette Bray, and Beverley Blass, for their years of service as a Regional Representative. They have decided to give the opportunity for a new Regional Representative to build on the foundation they have built. Like all of the Regional Representatives, they have invested much time and hard work providing education through our regional meetings, as well as being involved with making our conventions run smoothly. Thank you for your commitment and dedication.

I would like to welcome our newest Regional Representatives, Rose Mary Polhemus for the North Central Region, Kristen Burich in the North Mid West Region and Barbara Chivvis in the New England/New York Region. I am looking forward to working with these wonderful individuals and thank them for their willingness to serve our Association.

Speaking of conventions, remember it is I-ACT’s 25th year. This is a convention you will not want to miss. Look for the Regional booth at the 2014 convention, as we are making plans for lots of excitement this year

So, as your newly-elected I-ACT Board Member at Large and Chair for the Regional Representative Committee, I am here for you! Please, let me be your voice.

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New England/New YorkBarbara Chivvis 516-383-9505 email: [email protected] Maine New Hampshire VermontConnecticut Massachusetts Rhode IslandNew York

North East Rose Mary Polhemus 973-697-3530 email: [email protected] New Jersey Delaware Maryland D. C. West Virginia

North CentralConnie Thrush 567-224-1441 email [email protected] Indiana Ohio Kentucky

Mid AtlanticDarlene Holloway 919-380-0023 email [email protected] North Carolina South Carolina

Mid SouthTrish Craig 501-664-8200 email [email protected] Louisiana Mississippi

South EastPam Craig 770-714-6350 email [email protected] Georgia Alabama North Florida

South FloridaSuzanne Gray 813-871-3200 email [email protected] Florida

South CentralDebra Christian 903-593-4025 email debrachristian5554@sbcTexas Oklahoma New Mexico

North Mid WestKristin Burich 651-490-3347 email [email protected] Minnesota North Dakota South Dakota

Mid WestGrace Melby 815-648-4544 email [email protected] Illinois Missouri Iowa Kansas

North WestRussell or Cherie Kolbo 253-649-0288 email [email protected] Oregon Idaho Montana

Central MountainAnnette Buxton-Bacon 303-989-6889 Colorado Utah Wyoming Nebraska

California/South WestSuzanne Childre’ 310-576-6360 email [email protected] Robert 310-576-6360 email [email protected] California Southern Nevada Arizona

HawaiiRussell Kolbo 253-649-0288 [email protected]

Australia - Eastern RegionMichelle KingGum Tree Retreat3570 Orara Way, Grafton, NSW, Australia 2460612-6649-4464 - Email: [email protected]

Australia - Western RegionOpen Position Seeking Regional Representative If interested contact the office or Darlene Holloway 918-380-0023 for an application.

EuropeLisette TimmermansNatuurgeneeskundig Therapeut / Aqua Lingua Center for Colon Hydrotherapy EducationJulianalaan 45, 2628 BB Delft, NetherlandsPhone: +31 15 214 42 21 - E-mail: [email protected]

Canada - Eastern RegionPaul Schillaci First Touch Health & Wellness Centre 2361 Lake Shore Rd. W.Oakville, Ontario L6L1H6, Canada Phone: 905-220-1190 - E-mail: [email protected]

Insurance Information

Professional liability insurance. Allied Professional Insurance will write professional liability insurance for I-ACT members. You must be a current member and keep your membership current to be eligible for the insurance. Contact the I-ACT office (210-366-2888) for the application form, or go to the I-ACT web site - Members Only Section - and download the application from the web site.

Doctors’ Insurance Agency email them at: [email protected]. They also write professional liability insurance for colon hydrotherapists. They are located at 6 Hamilton Landing, Suite 170, Novato, CA 94949. Contact phone number 415-506-3030.

Another company, CM&F may write liability insurance for colon hydrotherapists (they have dropped numerous therapists, but some are getting insurance. - call 800-221-4904, or go online to cmfgroup.com. It will be listed as “Enterostomal Therapist.” They will put a rider in the policy stating colon hydrotherapy if you request; however, it is not required - this depends on the underwriter of the insurance.

In Canada, try Lloyds of London - check with your local Lloyds of London agent. In the UK, try Balens Insurance Brokers at 01684 893006.

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During 2013, I-ACT members witnessed two states, Colorado and Connecticut, enact laws granting the right to practice colon hydrotherapy legally.

Understanding the impact individual citizens working collectively can have on the legislative process is indeed a rewarding experience. Colon hydrotherapists, in their respective states, participated in this process by lobbying legislators and educating clients, state senators and representatives to gain their support. A few even had the opportunity to testifying in support of their respective bills.

Illinois, I-ACT members, along with other colon hydrotherapist, introduced legislation that was later withdrawn after a mutually negotiated agreement with the states’ agency for licensing. Recently, I-ACT has become aware that two cities in Illinois have blocked business licenses for non-medical colon hydrotherapists.

Becoming an active participant includes gaining understanding of:• How bills are developed and introduced. • Finding a committed sponsor to carry the bill. • Interviewing, hiring and working with a lobbyist. • All strategic planning involving the bill becoming a law.

Raising awareness on how the state legislative process works has become imperative, if we are to gain the right to practice. I-ACT members in CO and CT got involved and were vital participants in protecting their right to practice.

The key phrase is: Get Involved.

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EducationCommitteeReportBy Russell Kolbo, DC, NDChair

The following letter was sent to all I-ACT Instructors and Schools:

Dear Schools and Instructors,

As we prepare for 2014, it is time to renew your Instructor and School certification.

There are a few changes to our guidelines that each School/Instructor must be aware of.

First, in response to questions from legislators, the I-ACT Board has standardized the duration of the Foundation Level training. The meaning of “completing a 100 hour (in the classroom) course of Colon Hydrotherapy training from an I-ACT approved School and/or an I-ACT Certified Instructor” is modified to now mean that the training must be done in the physical presence of the Instructor at the location of the school or “brick and mortar” training facility used by the school or instructor. Distance learning of any type may not be used in fulfilling the 100 hour requirement for I-ACT training.

Second, the I-ACT Board has established that the 100 hours of training may not be completed any faster than 10 days. This means that the minimum time an I-ACT Instructor or School may train, or advertise to train, an individual is 10 days at the School or Brick and mortar facility of the

Instructor or School.

Next, the I-ACT Board has just made a couple of modifications to our syllabi. These changes affect our Instructor Requirements. All Schools/Instructors must send the following documents to the I-ACT Office no later than April 1, 2014:

1. Copy of your Application (the application your new student signs to enter your training) 2. Copy of your Enrollment Agreement/Contract of Training (the agreement/contract your student signs that outlines the training they will receive from you or your school, the expectations that you have for student attendance/participation/behavior while in school, and, your refund policy for your school in case the student does not conclude the training). 3. A copy of the schedule of training (outlines the course work, by Section and Unit from the syllabi that will be taught each day).

When the Office receives the above referenced documents from each School/Instructor, the documents will be logged in and forwarded to the Senior Education Committee for review and acceptance. Documents that do not meet the Committee standards will be returned for modification. Each Instructor/School must have their documents approved by the end of the 2014 Convention.

Now, a couple of reminders:

First, remember that the School/Instructor must submit the transcript for training within 14 days of the completion of training. If a student departs the class and does not complete training, the School/Instructor must document, on the transcript, the portion of training that was completed and send that to the office within 14 days of the student’s departure from training.

Second, remember that you must be NBCHT Certified to teach any students for I-ACT. If you are not NBCHT Certified, you will be at the Provisional Instructor level of certification.

Third, remember that you must attend the Mandatory School/Instructor meeting at the 2014 Convention. The mandatory meeting for all instructors and schools on Wednesday, June 18, 2014 at the Millennium Biltmore, Los Angeles, CA. As you know, Schools must attend this meeting every year and Instructors must attend once every two years. If you did not attend the 2013 Convention you MUST attend this year. Schools/Instructors are only excused for the most dire of circumstances.

If you don’t/can’t make the mandatory meeting, you must complete one of the options that the I-ACT Board has approved, or you will be placed on Provisional Instructor status and may not train students. The options are to take the online Webinar; or to purchase the DVD of the Mandatory School / Instructor meeting, complete the exam, and write an essay of 2000 words on the meeting.

If you need additional assistance or have any questions, please call the office (210) 366-2888. We are there for you.

Have a great day.

Sincerely,

Russell Kolbo, DC, NDI-ACT Education Committee Chairperson

MembershipCommitteeReportBy Gail NaasChair

Membership Committee Mission Statement: The purpose of the membership committee is to assist the membership in growth, by providing education and international communications, increase member benefits, aid with member satisfaction to achieve an increased rate of recruitment, retention and recognition.

Our association’s growth is essential to accomplish our goals. Our goals can be easily achieved if each one of us invites 1 new member to join. Please reach out to other colon hydrotherapists in your area. Information to share with your friends about membership can be found at: http://www.i-act.org/Resources/Pkg_1.pdf

This committee has sub-committees that include: Awards Committee, Patron Members Committee, and a newly established International Liaison Committee. Other Board members are chairs of these committees and will include information about these in their reports.

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Marketing and Public RelationsCommitteeReportBy Cathy WindlandChair


We are currently working on some new opportunities to help gain visibility for the Association as well as individual members. One initiative is to bring more content to our Quarterly newsletters; there are several such articles included in this issue, so we hope you enjoy reading them.

Another initiative that is being discussed is the development of a “best practices guide” for all colon hydrotherapists to use. So many of you have reported that you have had success with your marketing efforts, that we’d like to begin compiling these to share amongst our members. If you have a marketing success story you’d like to share, please send it to the I-ACT Office.

Our mission statement: The I-ACT Marketing & Public Relations Committee is responsible to build awareness of and support for colon hydrotherapy as a

profession as well as a valuable modality through global marketing, education, effective communications, and relationship building among its members and associates, the medical community and the general public.

Finally, if you’d like to get involved in the Marketing & PR Committee, please let me know. We’re looking for a few more people to help us brainstorm ideas and develop directional plans for the next 18 months. There’s no time like the present to get involved!

Business Tips for Networking

Self Introductions

First impressions are lasting impressions, so when making self introductions, remember that it is only an introduction. It should be 7-9 seconds long and it should contain:

• Your name• The name of your company (and if allowed a short phrase describing your service/product)

Tips for making self introductions:

• Always stand and face the majority of the room while making your introduction.• If you are in the middle of the room, turn as you say your name and business.• Speak clearly, slowly and loudly.• Smile and make eye contact.

Name Tags

On which side do I wear my name tag? That’s the age-old question in networking, but the good news is there’s a simple answer.

The right is always right! (And the placement should be at about the point your armpit begins.)

Regardless of whether someone is right- or left-handed, we all shake with our right hand. As you shake hands, you’re actually drawing the person to your right side, so it stands to reason the best place for your name tag is on the right! Additionally, it keeps all eyes where they should be, on your face so introductions can be made and everyone can feel comfortable.

Handshakes

No matter who you are meeting, remember that there is a great deal to be said about your handshake. Make sure that it is always firm and uses the whole hand (thumb to thumb), never bone crushing, for this says that you are a confident person and worth their time. Whimpy handshakes or handshakes that only get your fingers are an indication that you don’t really value the other person.

Psychology tests have been around for years. They help determine what characteristics are most commonly noted among successful leaders. They also help people gain insights and develop individual leadership styles. Businesses, small and large, have used these for years to help maintain their level of performance and keep the status quo.

In today’s marketplace, keeping the status quo is not enough for most businesses. The leaders of tomorrow are visionaries who learn and teach. These leaders not only see paradigm changes in society, they also have a strong sense of ethics and work to build integrity in their organizations.

So what does all this mean for colon hydrotherapists? In order to be a good leaders in your business and the industry, you must consider what character traits you possess.

According to the Leadership Potential equation developed in 1954 by Raymond Cattell, a pioneer in the field of personality assessment, the traits of an effective leader include the following:

Emotional stability: Good leaders must be able to tolerate frustration and stress. Overall, they must be well-adjusted and have the psychological maturity to deal with anything they are required to face.

Dominance: Leaders are often competitive, decisive and usually enjoy overcoming obstacles. Overall, they are assertive in their thinking style as well as their attitude in dealing with others.

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Being a Leader in Your Business


article continued from page 17It’s that time of year to nominate the people who make the difference in our organization! Whether it be a fellow colon hydrotherapist or your instructor, a member who has done an outstanding service or even a non-member who has helped our industry grow. Please nominate your favorite member for these following awards:

*Colon Hydrotherapist of the Year AwardThis Award is for the fellow colon hydrotherapist who exemplifies I-ACT and your profession. Their award will be given to them based on:

a) Current membership in I-ACT in good standingb) Member of I-ACT minimum 1 year c) Outstanding service to the profession and I-ACT, with emphasis on the immediate yeard) Community service recorde) Particular services to the State of Nation

*Educator of the Year AwardGraduates and Students! Let your voices be heard by nominating your instructor! Let them know how you appreciate their dedication to teaching you and helping you excel!

The Educator of the Year Award shall be awarded on the basis of:a) Current member in good standing, and a I-ACT Certified Instructorb) Member for 4 yearsc) Unselfish dedication to the advancement of Colon Therapy through Education

*Connie Allred Founders Award This award was created to acknowledge people that are a service to our industry. Unlike the other awards, this award can be granted to people outside of I-ACT as well as our members. Last year it was presented to Julie Tyler for her tremdous work on her documentary on Colon Hydrotherapy!

The Connie Allred Award shall be awarded on the basis of:a) If a member: Current Membership in I-ACT in good standing and has been a member of I-ACT minimum 1 year b) Outstanding service to the profession and I-ACT, with emphasis on the immediate yearc) Award could be awarded for the following reasons, but not limited to such:d) Served as a source of inspiration and encouragement to others by exemplifying the highest standards of excellence and integrity in his/her worke) Raising visibility, awareness, and appreciation of profession, or association at large.f) Community service recordg) Particular services to the State of Nation

* The President’s Award will also be given. Our leader will choose this award this year for someone special’s outstanding service!

To nominate a valuable person, contact the I-ACT office, or Tiffany Jablonski at (760) 221-5611 to obtain a nomination form. All nominations will be vetted and voted on by the I-ACT Board and the lucky winners will be appreciated for what they do!

AwardsCommitteeReportBy Tiffany JablonskiChair

Enthusiasm: Leaders are usually seen as active, express and energetic. They are often very optimistic and open to change. Overall, they are generally quick and alert and tend to be uninhibited.

Conscientiousness: Leaders are often dominated by a sense of duty and tend to be very exacting in character. They usually have a very high standard of excellence and an inward desire to do their best. They also have a need for order and tend to be very self-disciplined.

Social boldness: Leaders tend to be spontaneous risk-takers. They are usually socially aggressive and generally thick-skinned. Overall, they are responsive to others and tend to be high in emotional stamina.

Self-assurance: Self-confidence and resiliency are common traits among leaders. They tend to be free of guild and have little or no need for approval. They are generally unaffected by prior mistakes or failures.

Compulsiveness: Leaders are controlled and very precise in their social interactions. Overall, they are very protective of their integrity and reputation and consequently tend to be socially aware and careful, abundant in foresight, and very careful when making decisions or determining specific actions.

Intuitiveness: Rapid changes in the world today, combined with information overload, result in an inability to know everything. In other words, reasoning and logic will not get you through all situations. In fact, more and more leaders are learning the value of using their intuition and trusting their gut when making decisions.

Empathy: Being able to put yourself in the other person’s shoes is a key trait of leaders today. Without empathy, you can’t build trust; without trust, you will never be able to get the best effort from your employees.

Charisma: People usually perceive leaders as larger than life. Charisma plays a large part in this perception. Leaders who have charisma are able to arouse strong emotions in their employees by defining a vision which unties and captivates them. Using this vision, leaders motivate employees to reach toward a future goal by tying the goal to substantial personal rewards and values.

Leaders are everywhere, in many shapes and sizes, but they are rarely (if ever) born. Circumstances and persistence are major components in the developmental process of any leader. It’s no different (or shouldn’t be) in the field of colon hydrotherapy. Yes, colon hydrotherapists are typically caring, easy-going people. That’s where our training comes in. But colon hydrotherapists also provide a valuable service and need to ensure that is it perceived as such. That’s where leadership comes in.

If you want to do better in your business, if you want to attract better clients and better, work on developing those areas of your personality that you feel are not up to par. (If you’re not sure what traits you have, ask a trust friend or business coach to help you figure it out.) For instance, if relating to others has always come naturally to you, but you have trouble making logical decisions, try learning about tough-mindedness and how to develop more psychological resistance. If you lack the self-assurance to make solid decisions about your business, find a coach who can help you understand the value of service as a business. Just remember, anyone can do anything they set their mind to.Source: adapted from www.sba.gov/content/being-leader

Being a Leader in Your Business - continued

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I am currently your President.

I joined I-ACT in 1994 and have served on various committees since 1995. In 2007, I became a Board Member-at-Large and in 2009, was elected Vice President and started my 8-year commitment to serve on the Executive Board.

I earned the Instructor Level in 1995, and became certified by NBCHT in 2002. Attending 17 of the last 18 conventions has been my colon hydrotherapy lifeline.

I strongly believe in the tremendous value of professional associations and in their power of action. Since 1998, I have been a member of the Florida State Massage Therapy Association, where I served as 2nd VP of the Broward County Chapter for six years. In 2000, they awarded me the Chapter Achievement Award.

Joining I-ACT was one of the most valuable decisions I have ever made. Belonging to such a dynamic and progressive professional association is an inspiration.

I have been a practicing Colon Hydrotherapist and body therapist since 1991. My passion for Colon Hydrotherapy stems from my own dramatic health changes. The positive change that I see in my clients inspires me to continue educating people about colon hydrotherapy.

My background also includes 20+ years as an administrator and an advanced instructor at a Florida massage and colon hydrotherapy school. I also have been chosen as an On-Site Evaluator for the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (for Massage Therapy Schools); evaluating all aspects of a schools’ compliance with standards in order for them to receive national accreditation.

In addition to colon hydrotherapy, I am a distributor and educator for First Alternatives. We are distributors of the AVAZZIA product line of Biofeedback Microcurrent Neuromodulators.

Gail Naas’ Mission Statement: Through the use of education, nutrition and natural health care, utilizing colon hydrotherapy and biofeedback electrical stimulation technology, my purpose is to assist people to efficiently and effectively attain their optimum level of health.

Gail NaasPresident

I have been a licensed Chiropractor since 1970 and a licensed Naturopathic Physician since 1971 in the state of Washington. I have been doing colon hydrotherapy since 1995. I am also a Certified Instructor with I -ACT. I have served in various board positions on several different boards including 28 years on the Washington Association of Naturopathic Physicians’ Board of Directors.

I have been serving on the I-ACT Board of dierctors since 2002.

Russell Kolbo, DC, NDPresident-Elect

My name is Gail Marie Palms, and I have been a member of I-ACT for 13 years. I am a newly elected Board at large member and have committed to working on the fundraising committee. Although fundraising is a new experience for me, I’m having a great time working behind the scenes and coming up with creative ideas to help with this goal.

A little something about me is my passion for improving the overall health of my clients through education and various healing modalities, as well as moving the colon hydrotherapy industry forward. In my current practice, I work as a Colon Hydrotherapist Instructor, an Herbalist and Bio-Feedback Practitioner.

My previous life was in the corporate arena beginning as a Loan Officer for 10 years, working for a major Bank before moving to a career as a Major Account Executive where I trained corporations to sell wireless technology. I left the corporate world in 1999 and was fortunate enough to work for Dr. Johnathan Wright in Renton Washington. This move opened me up to a whole new world of holistic medicine and colon hydrotherapy.

Gail Marie PalmsBoard Member

My name is Dorothy Chandler, RN, and I have been a member of I-ACT since 1998. My professional life includes a diverse background in healthcare as a licensed Registered Nurse since 1970. I’ve worked in a variety of positions from staff to administration before becoming a natural health practitioner.

I’ve trained both nursing and medical staff, developed polices and procedures, and taught childbirth classes for teens. I’ve served on various boards and committees both professionally and as a community volunteer.

As President Emeritus, I serve as the Chair of the following committees: Legislative, International Liaison, Grievance and Professional Standards & Ethics. I also serve on the Senior Education Committee. My current volunteer efforts include organizing and working toward legislative protection in my state of IL. While pursuing an interest in healthcare law, I’ve recently completed the certification requirements for Legal Nurse Consulting, CLNC.

Dorothy Chandler, RNPresident Emeritus

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As always, there is much to learn at I-ACT.My name is Beverley Blass, your Vice President. It is an honor to serve.

Being part of the I-ACT Board becomes part of my life. It weaves through my daily life and other work, such as running my business, seeing clients and teaching. I am also in my 5th year of a professional training program for body- centered psychotherapy, and I just became a grandmother 13 weeks ago!

Joining I-ACT and becoming a Board Member has helped me grow in countless ways.

I was a Regional Rep for many years and chaired the Fundraising Committee.

We also formed a colon hydrotherapy group in CT this past year and challenged the State Medical Board, who past a ruling that only medical doctors could practice colon therapy in the State of CT. We had to get a lawyer and a lobbyist and go to hearings and get a bill raised! It took a team and an enormous amount of time and work. Wow! We did it with the help of I-ACT! We could not have done the legal battle without I-ACT, who donated $10,000 to our effort. Now a law has passed that you have to be I-ACT certified in the State of CT to practice colon hydrotherapy. It will happen everywhere. So now I say, “This is what I-ACT can do for you. Come on fabulous members! What can you do to help I-ACT?”

There is so much to do, and we need your help.

Beverley BlassPresident Elect

At convention, I was honored to be named the 2013 I-ACT Colon Hydrotherapist of the Year, and just as honored to be elected your I-ACT Secretary/Treasurer in September, an honor I look forward to fulfilling with dedicated professionalism. Unlike many who join our profession, I came to colon hydrotherapy simply because I bought a business that offered the service. Thankfully, I quickly came to understand its importance in healthy living, went through the Foundation Level training in March/April, 2011, and immediately joined I-ACT as a way to stay in-touch with the professional community.Much like coming to colon hydrotherapy, I fell into involvement with I-ACT when I attended my first convention in Portland, OR, with the sole purpose of learning and getting to know the lay of the land. Little did I know that two important things would happen to me at this convention; 1) I learned that I was still very teachable with much to learn, and 2) I had something of value to share with other colon hydrotherapists. Following the 2011 convention, I became active with the then Public Relations Committee, and within six months was asked to co-chair the committee with Gail Naas. We developed a mission statement, changed the name to the Marketing & PR Committee, and started looking at new ways to grow visibility for the Association, as well as members. I was also asked to participate on a marketing panel at 2012 convention in Chicago. What a thrill to be able to share my many years of marketing experience with colon hydrotherapy professionals!As my involvement grew and I continued to learn, I successfully completed the Intermediate Level training and certification in 2013. I plan to continue to Instructor Level over the next two years, as well as take the National Board certification exam. I presented a seminar at the North East Regional in 2013, and have been asked to do the same for other regional meetings in the future.While I love I-ACT and all that I am doing, I remain very active in the day-to-day operations of Inner Spa, my wellness day spa. I have a wonderful staff of 10 passionate individuals who are dedicated to their specialties. Currently, I see colon hydrotherapy clients about 15 hours per week, and am blessed by each and every session. As your I-ACT Board Secretary/Treasurer, I am responsible for taking accurate minutes of all board meetings, reviewing the financial documents and practices of the Association, and chairing the Marketing & PR Committee. I am very pleased to report that all of these are moving along well. Board meeting minutes are completed within a couple of days of each meeting, and the financial documents and procedures are continuously reviewed to keep the Association on track for financial stability. We’ve already streamlined some of the ways we are reporting/reviewing finances, and are looking at membership numbers in new ways, all with a focus on the future.

Cathy WindlandSec/TreasurerDear Members,

For those of you that I have not yet had the pleasure of knowing, my name is Darlene Holloway. I am honored to be your newly elected I-ACT Board Member At Large. I have been actively involved in colon hydrotherapy for 32 years as an educator, therapist and in service to the profession. I maintain a license in Colon Hydrotherapy and Massage with the State of Florida, a Massage License with North Carolina, and am a board certified Naturopath with the American Naturopathic Medical Certification Board (ANMCB).

I am currently the owner of Alternative Health Center of Cary in North Carolina. Prior to opening our doors here, I owned and operated Body Work Therapies in Gainesville, Florida. After moving to North Carolina I helped lead the effort for licensure in Massage Therapy for the state.

As President of the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association, I have lead the effort for colon hydrotherapy to become licensed and regulated in NC.

I have been a member of I-ACT since 1993, and an I-ACT instructor since 1996. I have served I-ACT at the foundation level on the Educational Committee and Website Committee. I was active in reviewing test questions for the National Colon Hydrotherapy Board exam, and I am currently active with the Legislative Committee.

As you can see, I have dedicated my life to our profession, and in 2009 I had the great honor of being awarded I-ACT Colon Hydrotherapist of the Year. This year I am honored once again to have been elected to the I-ACT Board as Member At Large, and to continue my service to you and the profession we love.

Darlene HollowayBoard Member

My name is Tiffany Jablonski, and I have been around colon hydrotherapy for over 10 years. I was blessed to be in an office that is involved with I-ACT, and saw the value of having an organization that is making a difference in our profession. My love for this profession grew out of need and looking for a way to fix my problem. I couldn’t keep my attention away from understanding more information about how to heal myself. And so the journey began!

My process took me to The IEI School for Colon Hydrotherapy, where I trained with France Robert, and certified at Level 3 and National Board in 2006. While running an ORGANIC CO-OP, I understood the love of teaching others to heal themselves. In the past three years, I have discovered doTERRA essential oils, and I have so enjoyed teaching other

health professionals how to integrate essential oils into their practice. I am grateful that all of my passions have blended together to help others help themselves. I share a wellness center (Naturally Well 2 in Apple Valley, CA) with three wonderful health professionals. We offer our clients colon hydrotherapy, bio-electric lymphatic drainage, essential oil education, the Lifeline Technique, cranial sacral therapy, and nutritional consulting.

As a board member, I am the committee chair for the Patron Committee, Awards Committee, Talent Show, and Welcome Bags.

If you want to be involved in any of these committees or have any ideas, let me know.

Tiffany JablonskiBoard Member


Have you ever wanted to experience the glamour and excitement of ìoldî Hollywood? Now is your chance to step back in time to the 1920s and ë30s. The Biltmore Hotel has been a landmark in downtown Los Angeles since opening itís doors in 1923. In 1969, it was designated a Historical Culture Landmark by the city. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (the Oscars) was founded in 1927 at a luncheon banquet in the Biltmoreís Crystal Ballroom, where according to legend, the design for the Oscar statue was sketched on a linen Biltmore napkin. The Crystal Ballroom features a hand painted, 30 foot ceiling; carved columns; and Austrian crystal chandeliers. The second story balconies that surround the ballroom offer a wonderful vantage point to take in everything thatís happening below. Eight Academy Awards banquets were subsequently held in the Biltmore Bowl in the 1930s, with legends like Clark Gable, Walt Disney and Ginger Rogers accepting their awards on the Biltmore stage.

In 1960, JFK set up headquarters for the Democratic National Convention in the Music Room which is now the Lobby. In 1964, during their first world tour, the Beatles landed on the roof via helicopter to escape crowds of fans on the street. They sought refuge in the Presidential Suite. Numerous movies and TV programs have been filmed in this magnificent hotel.

Although the hotel has been updated with state-of-the-art amenities, such as audio and visual for meetings, the opulence and Renaissance interiors have pretty much stayed the same.

Make your plans to attend I-ACTís 2014 International Convention and 25th Anniversary Celebration.

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As always, there is much to learn at I-ACT.My name is Beverley Blass, your Vice President. It is an honor to serve.

Being part of the I-ACT Board becomes part of my life. It weaves through my daily life and other work, such as running my business, seeing clients and teaching. I am also in my 5th year of a professional training program for body- centered psychotherapy, and I just became a grandmother 13 weeks ago!

Joining I-ACT and becoming a Board Member has helped me grow in countless ways.

I was a Regional Rep for many years and chaired the Fundraising Committee.

We also formed a colon hydrotherapy group in CT this past year and challenged the State Medical Board, who past a ruling that only medical doctors could practice colon therapy in the State of CT. We had to get a lawyer and a lobbyist and go to hearings and get a bill raised! It took a team and an enormous amount of time and work. Wow! We did it with the help of I-ACT! We could not have done the legal battle without I-ACT, who donated $10,000 to our effort. Now a law has passed that you have to be I-ACT certified in the State of CT to practice colon hydrotherapy. It will happen everywhere. So now I say, “This is what I-ACT can do for you. Come on fabulous members! What can you do to help I-ACT?”

There is so much to do, and we need your help.

Beverley BlassPresident Elect

At convention, I was honored to be named the 2013 I-ACT Colon Hydrotherapist of the Year, and just as honored to be elected your I-ACT Secretary/Treasurer in September, an honor I look forward to fulfilling with dedicated professionalism. Unlike many who join our profession, I came to colon hydrotherapy simply because I bought a business that offered the service. Thankfully, I quickly came to understand its importance in healthy living, went through the Foundation Level training in March/April, 2011, and immediately joined I-ACT as a way to stay in-touch with the professional community.Much like coming to colon hydrotherapy, I fell into involvement with I-ACT when I attended my first convention in Portland, OR, with the sole purpose of learning and getting to know the lay of the land. Little did I know that two important things would happen to me at this convention; 1) I learned that I was still very teachable with much to learn, and 2) I had something of value to share with other colon hydrotherapists. Following the 2011 convention, I became active with the then Public Relations Committee, and within six months was asked to co-chair the committee with Gail Naas. We developed a mission statement, changed the name to the Marketing & PR Committee, and started looking at new ways to grow visibility for the Association, as well as members. I was also asked to participate on a marketing panel at 2012 convention in Chicago. What a thrill to be able to share my many years of marketing experience with colon hydrotherapy professionals!As my involvement grew and I continued to learn, I successfully completed the Intermediate Level training and certification in 2013. I plan to continue to Instructor Level over the next two years, as well as take the National Board certification exam. I presented a seminar at the North East Regional in 2013, and have been asked to do the same for other regional meetings in the future.While I love I-ACT and all that I am doing, I remain very active in the day-to-day operations of Inner Spa, my wellness day spa. I have a wonderful staff of 10 passionate individuals who are dedicated to their specialties. Currently, I see colon hydrotherapy clients about 15 hours per week, and am blessed by each and every session. As your I-ACT Board Secretary/Treasurer, I am responsible for taking accurate minutes of all board meetings, reviewing the financial documents and practices of the Association, and chairing the Marketing & PR Committee. I am very pleased to report that all of these are moving along well. Board meeting minutes are completed within a couple of days of each meeting, and the financial documents and procedures are continuously reviewed to keep the Association on track for financial stability. We’ve already streamlined some of the ways we are reporting/reviewing finances, and are looking at membership numbers in new ways, all with a focus on the future.

Cathy WindlandSec/TreasurerDear Members,

For those of you that I have not yet had the pleasure of knowing, my name is Darlene Holloway. I am honored to be your newly elected I-ACT Board Member At Large. I have been actively involved in colon hydrotherapy for 32 years as an educator, therapist and in service to the profession. I maintain a license in Colon Hydrotherapy and Massage with the State of Florida, a Massage License with North Carolina, and am a board certified Naturopath with the American Naturopathic Medical Certification Board (ANMCB).

I am currently the owner of Alternative Health Center of Cary in North Carolina. Prior to opening our doors here, I owned and operated Body Work Therapies in Gainesville, Florida. After moving to North Carolina I helped lead the effort for licensure in Massage Therapy for the state.

As President of the North Carolina Colon Hydrotherapy Safety Association, I have lead the effort for colon hydrotherapy to become licensed and regulated in NC.

I have been a member of I-ACT since 1993, and an I-ACT instructor since 1996. I have served I-ACT at the foundation level on the Educational Committee and Website Committee. I was active in reviewing test questions for the National Colon Hydrotherapy Board exam, and I am currently active with the Legislative Committee.

As you can see, I have dedicated my life to our profession, and in 2009 I had the great honor of being awarded I-ACT Colon Hydrotherapist of the Year. This year I am honored once again to have been elected to the I-ACT Board as Member At Large, and to continue my service to you and the profession we love.

Darlene HollowayBoard Member

My name is Tiffany Jablonski, and I have been around colon hydrotherapy for over 10 years. I was blessed to be in an office that is involved with I-ACT, and saw the value of having an organization that is making a difference in our profession. My love for this profession grew out of need and looking for a way to fix my problem. I couldn’t keep my attention away from understanding more information about how to heal myself. And so the journey began!

My process took me to The IEI School for Colon Hydrotherapy, where I trained with France Robert, and certified at Level 3 and National Board in 2006. While running an ORGANIC CO-OP, I understood the love of teaching others to heal themselves. In the past three years, I have discovered doTERRA essential oils, and I have so enjoyed teaching other

health professionals how to integrate essential oils into their practice. I am grateful that all of my passions have blended together to help others help themselves. I share a wellness center (Naturally Well 2 in Apple Valley, CA) with three wonderful health professionals. We offer our clients colon hydrotherapy, bio-electric lymphatic drainage, essential oil education, the Lifeline Technique, cranial sacral therapy, and nutritional consulting.

As a board member, I am the committee chair for the Patron Committee, Awards Committee, Talent Show, and Welcome Bags.

If you want to be involved in any of these committees or have any ideas, let me know.

Tiffany JablonskiBoard Member

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I am currently your President.

I joined I-ACT in 1994 and have served on various committees since 1995. In 2007, I became a Board Member-at-Large and in 2009, was elected Vice President and started my 8-year commitment to serve on the Executive Board.

I earned the Instructor Level in 1995, and became certified by NBCHT in 2002. Attending 17 of the last 18 conventions has been my colon hydrotherapy lifeline.

I strongly believe in the tremendous value of professional associations and in their power of action. Since 1998, I have been a member of the Florida State Massage Therapy Association, where I served as 2nd VP of the Broward County Chapter for six years. In 2000, they awarded me the Chapter Achievement Award.

Joining I-ACT was one of the most valuable decisions I have ever made. Belonging to such a dynamic and progressive professional association is an inspiration.

I have been a practicing Colon Hydrotherapist and body therapist since 1991. My passion for Colon Hydrotherapy stems from my own dramatic health changes. The positive change that I see in my clients inspires me to continue educating people about colon hydrotherapy.

My background also includes 20+ years as an administrator and an advanced instructor at a Florida massage and colon hydrotherapy school. I also have been chosen as an On-Site Evaluator for the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (for Massage Therapy Schools); evaluating all aspects of a schools’ compliance with standards in order for them to receive national accreditation.

In addition to colon hydrotherapy, I am a distributor and educator for First Alternatives. We are distributors of the AVAZZIA product line of Biofeedback Microcurrent Neuromodulators.

Gail Naas’ Mission Statement: Through the use of education, nutrition and natural health care, utilizing colon hydrotherapy and biofeedback electrical stimulation technology, my purpose is to assist people to efficiently and effectively attain their optimum level of health.

Gail NaasPresident

I have been a licensed Chiropractor since 1970 and a licensed Naturopathic Physician since 1971 in the state of Washington. I have been doing colon hydrotherapy since 1995. I am also a Certified Instructor with I -ACT. I have served in various board positions on several different boards including 28 years on the Washington Association of Naturopathic Physicians’ Board of Directors.

I have been serving on the I-ACT Board of dierctors since 2002.

Russell Kolbo, DC, NDPresident-Elect

My name is Gail Marie Palms, and I have been a member of I-ACT for 13 years. I am a newly elected Board at large member and have committed to working on the fundraising committee. Although fundraising is a new experience for me, I’m having a great time working behind the scenes and coming up with creative ideas to help with this goal.

A little something about me is my passion for improving the overall health of my clients through education and various healing modalities, as well as moving the colon hydrotherapy industry forward. In my current practice, I work as a Colon Hydrotherapist Instructor, an Herbalist and Bio-Feedback Practitioner.

My previous life was in the corporate arena beginning as a Loan Officer for 10 years, working for a major Bank before moving to a career as a Major Account Executive where I trained corporations to sell wireless technology. I left the corporate world in 1999 and was fortunate enough to work for Dr. Johnathan Wright in Renton Washington. This move opened me up to a whole new world of holistic medicine and colon hydrotherapy.

Gail Marie PalmsBoard Member

My name is Dorothy Chandler, RN, and I have been a member of I-ACT since 1998. My professional life includes a diverse background in healthcare as a licensed Registered Nurse since 1970. I’ve worked in a variety of positions from staff to administration before becoming a natural health practitioner.

I’ve trained both nursing and medical staff, developed polices and procedures, and taught childbirth classes for teens. I’ve served on various boards and committees both professionally and as a community volunteer.

As President Emeritus, I serve as the Chair of the following committees: Legislative, International Liaison, Grievance and Professional Standards & Ethics. I also serve on the Senior Education Committee. My current volunteer efforts include organizing and working toward legislative protection in my state of IL. While pursuing an interest in healthcare law, I’ve recently completed the certification requirements for Legal Nurse Consulting, CLNC.

Dorothy Chandler, RNPresident Emeritus


article continued from page 17It’s that time of year to nominate the people who make the difference in our organization! Whether it be a fellow colon hydrotherapist or your instructor, a member who has done an outstanding service or even a non-member who has helped our industry grow. Please nominate your favorite member for these following awards:

*Colon Hydrotherapist of the Year AwardThis Award is for the fellow colon hydrotherapist who exemplifies I-ACT and your profession. Their award will be given to them based on:

a) Current membership in I-ACT in good standingb) Member of I-ACT minimum 1 year c) Outstanding service to the profession and I-ACT, with emphasis on the immediate yeard) Community service recorde) Particular services to the State of Nation

*Educator of the Year AwardGraduates and Students! Let your voices be heard by nominating your instructor! Let them know how you appreciate their dedication to teaching you and helping you excel!

The Educator of the Year Award shall be awarded on the basis of:a) Current member in good standing, and a I-ACT Certified Instructorb) Member for 4 yearsc) Unselfish dedication to the advancement of Colon Therapy through Education

*Connie Allred Founders Award This award was created to acknowledge people that are a service to our industry. Unlike the other awards, this award can be granted to people outside of I-ACT as well as our members. Last year it was presented to Julie Tyler for her tremdous work on her documentary on Colon Hydrotherapy!

The Connie Allred Award shall be awarded on the basis of:a) If a member: Current Membership in I-ACT in good standing and has been a member of I-ACT minimum 1 year b) Outstanding service to the profession and I-ACT, with emphasis on the immediate yearc) Award could be awarded for the following reasons, but not limited to such:d) Served as a source of inspiration and encouragement to others by exemplifying the highest standards of excellence and integrity in his/her worke) Raising visibility, awareness, and appreciation of profession, or association at large.f) Community service recordg) Particular services to the State of Nation

* The President’s Award will also be given. Our leader will choose this award this year for someone special’s outstanding service!

To nominate a valuable person, contact the I-ACT office, or Tiffany Jablonski at (760) 221-5611 to obtain a nomination form. All nominations will be vetted and voted on by the I-ACT Board and the lucky winners will be appreciated for what they do!

AwardsCommitteeReportBy Tiffany JablonskiChair

Enthusiasm: Leaders are usually seen as active, express and energetic. They are often very optimistic and open to change. Overall, they are generally quick and alert and tend to be uninhibited.

Conscientiousness: Leaders are often dominated by a sense of duty and tend to be very exacting in character. They usually have a very high standard of excellence and an inward desire to do their best. They also have a need for order and tend to be very self-disciplined.

Social boldness: Leaders tend to be spontaneous risk-takers. They are usually socially aggressive and generally thick-skinned. Overall, they are responsive to others and tend to be high in emotional stamina.

Self-assurance: Self-confidence and resiliency are common traits among leaders. They tend to be free of guild and have little or no need for approval. They are generally unaffected by prior mistakes or failures.

Compulsiveness: Leaders are controlled and very precise in their social interactions. Overall, they are very protective of their integrity and reputation and consequently tend to be socially aware and careful, abundant in foresight, and very careful when making decisions or determining specific actions.

Intuitiveness: Rapid changes in the world today, combined with information overload, result in an inability to know everything. In other words, reasoning and logic will not get you through all situations. In fact, more and more leaders are learning the value of using their intuition and trusting their gut when making decisions.

Empathy: Being able to put yourself in the other person’s shoes is a key trait of leaders today. Without empathy, you can’t build trust; without trust, you will never be able to get the best effort from your employees.

Charisma: People usually perceive leaders as larger than life. Charisma plays a large part in this perception. Leaders who have charisma are able to arouse strong emotions in their employees by defining a vision which unties and captivates them. Using this vision, leaders motivate employees to reach toward a future goal by tying the goal to substantial personal rewards and values.

Leaders are everywhere, in many shapes and sizes, but they are rarely (if ever) born. Circumstances and persistence are major components in the developmental process of any leader. It’s no different (or shouldn’t be) in the field of colon hydrotherapy. Yes, colon hydrotherapists are typically caring, easy-going people. That’s where our training comes in. But colon hydrotherapists also provide a valuable service and need to ensure that is it perceived as such. That’s where leadership comes in.

If you want to do better in your business, if you want to attract better clients and better, work on developing those areas of your personality that you feel are not up to par. (If you’re not sure what traits you have, ask a trust friend or business coach to help you figure it out.) For instance, if relating to others has always come naturally to you, but you have trouble making logical decisions, try learning about tough-mindedness and how to develop more psychological resistance. If you lack the self-assurance to make solid decisions about your business, find a coach who can help you understand the value of service as a business. Just remember, anyone can do anything they set their mind to.Source: adapted from www.sba.gov/content/being-leader

Being a Leader in Your Business - continued

Marketing and Public RelationsCommitteeReportBy Cathy WindlandChair


We are currently working on some new opportunities to help gain visibility for the Association as well as individual members. One initiative is to bring more content to our Quarterly newsletters; there are several such articles included in this issue, so we hope you enjoy reading them.

Another initiative that is being discussed is the development of a “best practices guide” for all colon hydrotherapists to use. So many of you have reported that you have had success with your marketing efforts, that we’d like to begin compiling these to share amongst our members. If you have a marketing success story you’d like to share, please send it to the I-ACT Office.

Our mission statement: The I-ACT Marketing & Public Relations Committee is responsible to build awareness of and support for colon hydrotherapy as a

profession as well as a valuable modality through global marketing, education, effective communications, and relationship building among its members and associates, the medical community and the general public.

Finally, if you’d like to get involved in the Marketing & PR Committee, please let me know. We’re looking for a few more people to help us brainstorm ideas and develop directional plans for the next 18 months. There’s no time like the present to get involved!

Business Tips for Networking

Self Introductions

First impressions are lasting impressions, so when making self introductions, remember that it is only an introduction. It should be 7-9 seconds long and it should contain:

• Your name• The name of your company (and if allowed a short phrase describing your service/product)

Tips for making self introductions:

• Always stand and face the majority of the room while making your introduction.• If you are in the middle of the room, turn as you say your name and business.• Speak clearly, slowly and loudly.• Smile and make eye contact.

Name Tags

On which side do I wear my name tag? That’s the age-old question in networking, but the good news is there’s a simple answer.

The right is always right! (And the placement should be at about the point your armpit begins.)

Regardless of whether someone is right- or left-handed, we all shake with our right hand. As you shake hands, you’re actually drawing the person to your right side, so it stands to reason the best place for your name tag is on the right! Additionally, it keeps all eyes where they should be, on your face so introductions can be made and everyone can feel comfortable.

Handshakes

No matter who you are meeting, remember that there is a great deal to be said about your handshake. Make sure that it is always firm and uses the whole hand (thumb to thumb), never bone crushing, for this says that you are a confident person and worth their time. Whimpy handshakes or handshakes that only get your fingers are an indication that you don’t really value the other person.

Psychology tests have been around for years. They help determine what characteristics are most commonly noted among successful leaders. They also help people gain insights and develop individual leadership styles. Businesses, small and large, have used these for years to help maintain their level of performance and keep the status quo.

In today’s marketplace, keeping the status quo is not enough for most businesses. The leaders of tomorrow are visionaries who learn and teach. These leaders not only see paradigm changes in society, they also have a strong sense of ethics and work to build integrity in their organizations.

So what does all this mean for colon hydrotherapists? In order to be a good leaders in your business and the industry, you must consider what character traits you possess.

According to the Leadership Potential equation developed in 1954 by Raymond Cattell, a pioneer in the field of personality assessment, the traits of an effective leader include the following:

Emotional stability: Good leaders must be able to tolerate frustration and stress. Overall, they must be well-adjusted and have the psychological maturity to deal with anything they are required to face.

Dominance: Leaders are often competitive, decisive and usually enjoy overcoming obstacles. Overall, they are assertive in their thinking style as well as their attitude in dealing with others.

Continued on page 17

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EducationCommitteeReportBy Russell Kolbo, DC, NDChair

The following letter was sent to all I-ACT Instructors and Schools:

Dear Schools and Instructors,

As we prepare for 2014, it is time to renew your Instructor and School certification.

There are a few changes to our guidelines that each School/Instructor must be aware of.

First, in response to questions from legislators, the I-ACT Board has standardized the duration of the Foundation Level training. The meaning of “completing a 100 hour (in the classroom) course of Colon Hydrotherapy training from an I-ACT approved School and/or an I-ACT Certified Instructor” is modified to now mean that the training must be done in the physical presence of the Instructor at the location of the school or “brick and mortar” training facility used by the school or instructor. Distance learning of any type may not be used in fulfilling the 100 hour requirement for I-ACT training.

Second, the I-ACT Board has established that the 100 hours of training may not be completed any faster than 10 days. This means that the minimum time an I-ACT Instructor or School may train, or advertise to train, an individual is 10 days at the School or Brick and mortar facility of the

Instructor or School.

Next, the I-ACT Board has just made a couple of modifications to our syllabi. These changes affect our Instructor Requirements. All Schools/Instructors must send the following documents to the I-ACT Office no later than April 1, 2014:

1. Copy of your Application (the application your new student signs to enter your training) 2. Copy of your Enrollment Agreement/Contract of Training (the agreement/contract your student signs that outlines the training they will receive from you or your school, the expectations that you have for student attendance/participation/behavior while in school, and, your refund policy for your school in case the student does not conclude the training). 3. A copy of the schedule of training (outlines the course work, by Section and Unit from the syllabi that will be taught each day).

When the Office receives the above referenced documents from each School/Instructor, the documents will be logged in and forwarded to the Senior Education Committee for review and acceptance. Documents that do not meet the Committee standards will be returned for modification. Each Instructor/School must have their documents approved by the end of the 2014 Convention.

Now, a couple of reminders:

First, remember that the School/Instructor must submit the transcript for training within 14 days of the completion of training. If a student departs the class and does not complete training, the School/Instructor must document, on the transcript, the portion of training that was completed and send that to the office within 14 days of the student’s departure from training.

Second, remember that you must be NBCHT Certified to teach any students for I-ACT. If you are not NBCHT Certified, you will be at the Provisional Instructor level of certification.

Third, remember that you must attend the Mandatory School/Instructor meeting at the 2014 Convention. The mandatory meeting for all instructors and schools on Wednesday, June 18, 2014 at the Millennium Biltmore, Los Angeles, CA. As you know, Schools must attend this meeting every year and Instructors must attend once every two years. If you did not attend the 2013 Convention you MUST attend this year. Schools/Instructors are only excused for the most dire of circumstances.

If you don’t/can’t make the mandatory meeting, you must complete one of the options that the I-ACT Board has approved, or you will be placed on Provisional Instructor status and may not train students. The options are to take the online Webinar; or to purchase the DVD of the Mandatory School / Instructor meeting, complete the exam, and write an essay of 2000 words on the meeting.

If you need additional assistance or have any questions, please call the office (210) 366-2888. We are there for you.

Have a great day.

Sincerely,

Russell Kolbo, DC, NDI-ACT Education Committee Chairperson

MembershipCommitteeReportBy Gail NaasChair

Membership Committee Mission Statement: The purpose of the membership committee is to assist the membership in growth, by providing education and international communications, increase member benefits, aid with member satisfaction to achieve an increased rate of recruitment, retention and recognition.

Our association’s growth is essential to accomplish our goals. Our goals can be easily achieved if each one of us invites 1 new member to join. Please reach out to other colon hydrotherapists in your area. Information to share with your friends about membership can be found at: http://www.i-act.org/Resources/Pkg_1.pdf

This committee has sub-committees that include: Awards Committee, Patron Members Committee, and a newly established International Liaison Committee. Other Board members are chairs of these committees and will include information about these in their reports.

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BOARD MEMBERGail Marie Palms301 W. Roosevelt. Dt., Ste 2Phoenix, AZ 85003Office: [email protected]

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Regional Meetings ScheduledSouthern CA Regional

February 9, 2014 - 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMAt: 910 Broadway Suite 112, Santa Monica, CA 90401

Contact Suzanne Childre or France Robert (310) 576-6360 or email: [email protected]

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Western Canada RegionalMonday, March 22, 2014 - 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Location: Dharma Spirit Holistic Health67 Gleneagles Terrace - Cochrane, AB, T4C 1W5

Contact: Katherine Labonte(403) 981-3334 or email: [email protected]

During 2013, I-ACT members witnessed two states, Colorado and Connecticut, enact laws granting the right to practice colon hydrotherapy legally.

Understanding the impact individual citizens working collectively can have on the legislative process is indeed a rewarding experience. Colon hydrotherapists, in their respective states, participated in this process by lobbying legislators and educating clients, state senators and representatives to gain their support. A few even had the opportunity to testifying in support of their respective bills.

Illinois, I-ACT members, along with other colon hydrotherapist, introduced legislation that was later withdrawn after a mutually negotiated agreement with the states’ agency for licensing. Recently, I-ACT has become aware that two cities in Illinois have blocked business licenses for non-medical colon hydrotherapists.

Becoming an active participant includes gaining understanding of:• How bills are developed and introduced. • Finding a committed sponsor to carry the bill. • Interviewing, hiring and working with a lobbyist. • All strategic planning involving the bill becoming a law.

Raising awareness on how the state legislative process works has become imperative, if we are to gain the right to practice. I-ACT members in CO and CT got involved and were vital participants in protecting their right to practice.

The key phrase is: Get Involved.

Notice, I-ACT is GreenAs of the Summer 2013 Quarterly, I-ACT has gone

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Canada - Western RegionKatherine LabonteDharma Spirit Holistic Health67 Gleneagles TerraceCochrane, Alberta T4C 1W5, CanadaPhone 403-981-3334 - E-mail: [email protected]

SE AsiaOpen Position Seeking Regional Representative If interested contact the office or Darlene Holloway 918-380-0023 for an application

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New England/New YorkBarbara Chivvis 516-383-9505 email: [email protected] Maine New Hampshire VermontConnecticut Massachusetts Rhode IslandNew York

North East Rose Mary Polhemus 973-697-3530 email: [email protected] New Jersey Delaware Maryland D. C. West Virginia

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South EastPam Craig 770-714-6350 email [email protected] Georgia Alabama North Florida

South FloridaSuzanne Gray 813-871-3200 email [email protected] Florida

South CentralDebra Christian 903-593-4025 email debrachristian5554@sbcTexas Oklahoma New Mexico

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North WestRussell or Cherie Kolbo 253-649-0288 email [email protected] Oregon Idaho Montana

Central MountainAnnette Buxton-Bacon 303-989-6889 Colorado Utah Wyoming Nebraska

California/South WestSuzanne Childre’ 310-576-6360 email [email protected] Robert 310-576-6360 email [email protected] California Southern Nevada Arizona

HawaiiRussell Kolbo 253-649-0288 [email protected]

Australia - Eastern RegionMichelle KingGum Tree Retreat3570 Orara Way, Grafton, NSW, Australia 2460612-6649-4464 - Email: [email protected]

Australia - Western RegionOpen Position Seeking Regional Representative If interested contact the office or Darlene Holloway 918-380-0023 for an application.

EuropeLisette TimmermansNatuurgeneeskundig Therapeut / Aqua Lingua Center for Colon Hydrotherapy EducationJulianalaan 45, 2628 BB Delft, NetherlandsPhone: +31 15 214 42 21 - E-mail: [email protected]

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Insurance Information

Professional liability insurance. Allied Professional Insurance will write professional liability insurance for I-ACT members. You must be a current member and keep your membership current to be eligible for the insurance. Contact the I-ACT office (210-366-2888) for the application form, or go to the I-ACT web site - Members Only Section - and download the application from the web site.

Doctors’ Insurance Agency email them at: [email protected]. They also write professional liability insurance for colon hydrotherapists. They are located at 6 Hamilton Landing, Suite 170, Novato, CA 94949. Contact phone number 415-506-3030.

Another company, CM&F may write liability insurance for colon hydrotherapists (they have dropped numerous therapists, but some are getting insurance. - call 800-221-4904, or go online to cmfgroup.com. It will be listed as “Enterostomal Therapist.” They will put a rider in the policy stating colon hydrotherapy if you request; however, it is not required - this depends on the underwriter of the insurance.

In Canada, try Lloyds of London - check with your local Lloyds of London agent. In the UK, try Balens Insurance Brokers at 01684 893006.

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Having served as the Regional Representative for the Mid Atlantic Region since 2003, I am especially pleased to now chair the Regional Representative Committee.

It is exciting to have the opportunity to work with a great group of Regional Representatives, and with the assistance of Co-Chair Suzanne Childre, I am sure we will make a positive impact on our Association.

REGIONAL REPRESTENTATIVE COMMITTEE MISSION STATEMENT:

We as Regional Representatives will provide leadership and share the I-ACT story with members and non-members through regular communication, invitations to join our Association, providing education to further the profession, and opportunities for testing.

I would like to extend my heartfelt appreciation to Gale Ulbert, Connie Thrush, Annette Bray, and Beverley Blass, for their years of service as a Regional Representative. They have decided to give the opportunity for a new Regional Representative to build on the foundation they have built. Like all of the Regional Representatives, they have invested much time and hard work providing education through our regional meetings, as well as being involved with making our conventions run smoothly. Thank you for your commitment and dedication.

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Mission statement for the fundraising committee:

The fundraising committee will help promote the validity of colon hydrotherapists with action and information on the legal right to provide colon hydrotherapy within the US and our International neighbors. We will be raising funds for legal and legislative representation now and into the future, as well as funding for educational and scientific research studies. This will help us all become independent, qualified professionals with the validating statistics that we need to move forward in our profession. The aim of our legislative efforts is to expand our outreach efforts to our members and non-members. We look forward to taking on the process of reenergizing and refocusing certain aspects of our legislative activities.

The previous board came up with the idea of creating a cookbook to support raising funds. One of my missions as newly elected board member is to continue the goal. I think it’s much needed. As we approach our 25th year anniversary, I believe this would be a great accomplishment that we as a group can be proud of. Over the last couple of months I have sent out 2 letters asking for volunteers to help with formatting, recipes, creating, etc. I am so happy that Judith M. Toscano, ND (Dr. Jude) from Lotus Wellness Cottage in Stuart, VA, and Diana Loze from Mississauga , ON, have offered to help with creating the book. We’ve decided this cookbook is going to be different from the average book. It’s geared more at the questions our clients are asking such as gluten free foods, candida diet, what to eat before and after a colonic, etc. If you are interested in helping us complete the cookbook, please contact me at the email listed below.

We are open to any idea’s to help keep the fundraising account afloat and tangible without donating too much of our own money. I am also hoping to find volunteers to join me on this venture to raise money. Please email me with any ideas or let me know if you’re interested in helping.

We look forward to taking on the process of reenergizing and refocusing certain aspects of our industry.

FundraisingCommitteeReportBy Gail Marie PalmsChair

Mid West RegionReport By Grace MelbyRegional Rep

The Spring Mid West regional meeting was held in St. Louis, MO, on October 19, 2013. Five members were present. It was hosted by John Schmieder of Community Acupuncture of St. Louis and Angie Smith of Holistic Wellness.

An update on the new I-ACT Board was given. We reviewed the various committees and chairs, with an emphasis on finding one or two committees to join in order to advance our profession. We also reviewed the T-shirt contest and the ease with which they can create their own design on line.

Our Round table discussion brought up some questions about how to safely and legally continue our right to practice. The drawings for I-ACT gifts were appreciated, with all preference for the intellectual materials.

John Schmieder lectured on “Acupuncture Points to Improve Digestion.” He gave us some simple tips to share with our clients. It was informative.

Our hosts outdid themselves. Room and board for the Regional Rep were provided by Community Acupuncture and Holistic Wellness at a hotel near the meeting site. (St.

Louis is about 350 miles from my home). Angie and John met me at the hotel and took me out to dinner the night before. We discussed concerns and topics to be covered at the meeting. It was so gorgeous and thoughtful of them.

I’m donating the travel expenses (car rental and gasoline), thus I-ACT incurred no meeting expenses.

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Professional Standards &Ethics CommitteeReportBy Dorothy Chandler, RNChair

While researching another topic, the legal definition used by attorneys of the Standard of Care for medical practitioners came to mind. This legal definition is the framework used to evaluate healthcare practitioners actions. It presumes that the actions of all healthcare practitioners’ having the same training and skills will follow the accepted and recognized practice for that profession.

For example, the treatment of a heart attack or stroke by an emergency room physician in the Midwest would be the same on the West and East coast. A state or regions local practice takes a back seat to the accepted standards of practice for such treatment. The standards are recognized nationally.

Similar to other professions, I-ACT has established standards of practice guidelines, which its member colon hydrotherapists have a duty to follow.

The association has the expectation that its therapist members:

• (1) Possess an exceptional skill and knowledge above that of general public. John or Jane Q. Public cannot be expected to know how to operate the device or truly know what to expect from the session, especially their first experience.

• (2) That the skill or knowledge each member therapist possesses, establishes an obligation on the part of the member to act in a reasonable or sound manner when providing colon hydrotherapy services. Because you are an I-ACT member, you have access to the most current SOP (Standard Operating Procedures, Regulations and Guidelines).

• (3) That another therapist having the same or similar skills and knowledge would behave in a like manner. Instructors providing I-ACT training have access to the same syllabi and guidelines.

• (4) I-ACT has provided its members the SOP as a guideline and each I-ACT therapist using Class 1 and 2 devices has a contraindication list provided by the manufacturer of that device.

Remember, we have exceptional skills as colon hydrotherapy professionals. Providing a colon hydrotherapy session on any device requires knowledge and judgment above the level of the general public.

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GrievanceCommittee Report By Dorothy Chandler, RNChair

During 2013, nine grievances were filed against I-ACT members. Areas of concern continue to center on instructors and training.

While we understand that disagreements between instructors and students may occur, instructors are strongly encouraged to provide a contract before the first day of class, which identifies all school/training policies. Interview your potential student to access their fit for your program.

If you are providing a mentorship form of training, meaning the student may have a 1:1 experience with you, make sure your student knows this before start of class. Follow the I-ACT requirement for Foundation training -100 in-class hours.

Consider revising your refund policy if no refund is currently provided. Having a NO REFUND UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE is in my opinion harsh. Life happens, circumstances change. Additionally, many states have consumer protection laws that allow for a percentage of the monies paid to be refunded. Check your states’ regulations.

Lastly, if the student leaves training before finishing the complete course, please remember to submit an official transcript to the I-ACT office, providing the hours and course material taught even if the case is litigated in court. Include the A & P and CPR if this has been completed. Your compliance with I-ACT guidelines, allows the student an opportunity to continue training with another instructor.

Our clients, association and the general public benefit by the professionalism each of us displays. Lets work to make the first impression the public has of an I-ACT member, an exceptional one that will be lasting.

Mid Atlantic RegionReport By Darlene HollowayRegional Rep

The Mid-Atlantic regional meeting took place on Saturday, October 19, 2013.Even though the day was cloudy and overcast, the room was filled with warmth and rays of sunshine with knowledge being exchanged. In attendance were: nine (9) I-ACT members and one (I) guest: Darlene Barnes, Donna Randolph, Bobbie Pallante, Tiffany Jones, Shari Mewborn, Denise Souza, Joan Geanuracos, Sharon Fincke and Darlene Holloway.

There were several speakers presenting: C Andi Locke Mears presented on German New Medicine; Denise Souza presented on Azea, and Alcat Food-Intolerance Testing; Kristi Lea presented on Theta Healing; and Sharon Fincke and Joan Geanuracos presented on http://cleanfood123.com/.

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We hope this letter finds you and yours in the best of health and ready to start a New Year.

As you read Gail’s letter, you can see how important it is for us to work together to support the legislative ef-forts. One of the strongest arguments that we have, to help the legislative bodies of our states to believe that our profession is safe and our members are capable of working on the public in a safe manner, is the NBCHT Certification Examination.

This exam is used by the only state in the US that licenses colon hydrotherapists, and that state is Florida. The NBCHT has a policy to make this exam available to any state that is seeking legislation to help speed up the process and support the effort. In addition, the National Board exam is “legally defensible in the event of a judicial action against a colon hydrotherapist.” This is a very important point that cannot be over empha-sized.

We have been talking about this exam for years, and many of you have not taken this exam. This exam is now recognized in CT and in CO. Our profession is moving forward, so we strongly recommend that you not be left behind.

To help prepare you for this exam, I-ACT has developed a preparation course. The cost for the webinar or DVDs is only $150.00. Contact the I-ACT office to register for this new webinar or to get the DVDs. Then take the National Board Certification Exam and get certified by the NBCHT.

I believe this exam will be extremely valuable to you as we try to get legislation passed through each state. Taking the NBCHT Exam, demonstrates that you are a professional that is seeking to practice properly and that you want to ensure the safety of your clientele.

Thank you for doing your part to help us grow our Association and our profession.

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As the Speaker Committee Chair, I will help find great speakers for our conventions and create different ways to educate our members. It is a challenging and growing experience. I am very excited and inspired, making connections and learning to utilize good communications skills along the way. Yes, taking deep breaths and making a lot of phone calls.

We have a started contracting with our keynote speakers.

We have secured Dr. Robert O. Young. Over the past two and a half decades, Robert O. Young has been widely recognized as one of the top research scientists in the world. Throughout his career, his research has been focused at the cellular level. Having a specialty in cellular nutrition, Dr. Young has devoted his life to researching the true causes of disease, subsequently developing The New Biology™ to help people balance their life.

In 1994, Dr. Young discovered the biological transformation of red blood cells into bacteria and bacteria to red blood cells. He has since documented several such transformations.

Dr. Young’s research has been published in several noted journals, including The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. (Sympathetic Resonance Technology, Scientific Foundations and Summary of Biologic and Clinical Studies, Dec. 2002, Vol. 8, No. 6: 835-842.).

In addition to Dr. Young, we are pleased to announce that we have contracted with Dr. Naina Sachdev.

Passionately known as “Dr. Naina,” she has successfully established herself as a leader in the medical field in the Pacific Northwest. With a thriving practice that focuses on aesthetic, integrative and functional medicine, this internist and anti-aging expert serves as a Medical Director of the Advanced Aesthetics and Integrative Medical Center. Dr. Naina is the former ambassador for Olay Regenerist Proctor & Gamble skin care line, recently launched in the Middle East. She is excited about the opportunity to be an international educator and speaker on cutting edge womens’ wellness issues and on bioidentical hormone replacement therapy and non-invasive aesthetic treatments.

We are working on other great speakers and will let you know when we have them under contract.

Keep checking the I-ACT Web site for more information on our speakers for 2014. I-ACT is passionate about our profession, and our Board is committed to making this Association the leader in the years ahead both in the United States and around the world.

Blessing to you all.

Dear I-ACT Members,

As I write this letter to you during the holiday season, I am enjoying the pleasure of my family and friends. Sitting by the fireplace with snow and ice outside in Minnesota gives me time to reflect. This is a relaxing and healthy environment to give thanks and appreciation for all we have and all we received in 2013.

As we review 2013, we have been blessed to have some major successes in our legislative efforts. We have learned many important lessons from these successes.

1. We must be unified in our efforts. It only takes one individual to kill support for a bill. 2. We have found out that the legislators are serious about professionalism and appropriate training. 3. Our twenty-five years of hard work building our image is paying off.

Congratulations to everyone for helping us become the premier colon hydrotherapy association in the world.

I would like to recognize the efforts of Richard Armstrong, from the UK, for solidifying an Inter-Association agreement for the profession of Colon Hydrotherapy. This document, between I-ACT, ARCH, RICTAT, and IPCH, sets “common standards” for our profession. We are waiting for all associations to sign this agreement. It will be on the I-ACT web site once all signatures are received.

Speaking of this quarterly, I have asked each Committee Chair provide you a short bio in addition to their Committee report. Please review the Committee Reports and, if you believe their efforts are important, then volunteeer your time to assist that committee.

As I look forward to 2014, it is my dream to increase the size of our Association. We’ve learned there is strength in numbers, so we need to expand our membership base. All of us know of colon hydrotherapists that are not members of our Association. Become pro-active and help these individuals understand the value of becoming an I-ACT member.

Letter to the Members from the I-ACT President: Gail Naas

One of our greatest assets is the stability that our Association brings to our profession. 2014 marks our 25th year of existence.

We will be celebrating this milestone during our 2014 Convention this year in Los Angeles, CA.

I can promise you that this convention will exceed all previous conventions. We will honor all of our previous Board Members. In addition, your Board is working hard to bring you a superb selection of speakers. For example, if you believe that the pH values help you to maintain greater health, then you will enjoy listening to one of our keynote speakers, Dr. Robert O. Young, the author of The pH Miracle: Balance Your Diet, Reclaim Your Health.

Or, perhaps you will be interested in hearing from Dr. Naina Sachdev, the former ambassador for Olay Regenerist Proctor & Gamble skin care line. She is an international educator and speaker on cutting edge women’s wellness issues and on bioidentical hormone replacement therapy. You can’t miss this presentation.

Our location, the magnificent Millenium Biltmore, is breathtaking. Register early to reserve your space. We anticipate selling out this convention. Hopefully, this brief preview is enough to inspire you to register for our 2014 Convention, and be part of the excitement!

As we look forward to 2014, I hope your holiday was full of all of the joy this season brings, and, I hope you were able to take time for yourself.

It is important to take time to focus on our personal well-being also. Remember, to help others, you must take care of yourself. You are important to us and you are valued.

I wish you a prosperous and health-filled New Year, wherever you are, in our I-ACT global community.

Gail NaasI-ACT President

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Disclaimer: I-ACT neither endorses, approves, nor supports any products advertised in this Quarterly Newsletter. These advertisements are provided to the membership by each advertiser. Additionally, the readers should assure themselves that the material presented herein is current and

applicable at the time it is read. The authors cannot warrant that the material will continue to be accurate. Readers should verify statements before relying on them. No statement herein shall be considered a legal opinion nor a substitute for the advice of an attorney. For the most

recent and complete interpretation of laws, please consult an attorney.

I-ACT Policy Statements:I-ACT recommends the use of currently registered FDA equipment and only disposable speculums, rectal tubes, or rectal nozzles. However, should the Therapist use reusable speculums, these speculums should, at a minimum, be autoclaved for sanitation and cleanliness (30 minutes). Additionally, the autoclave unit must be tested and inspected by competent authority at least four times per year- maintain documentation. (Under NO conditions should a disposable speculum or rectal tube be reused).

I-ACT recognizes the FDA classifies equipment used to instill water into the colon through a nozzle inserted into the rectum to evacuate the contents of the colon into three distinct classes; Class I (Enema Kits), Class II and Class III are (Colon Irrigation Systems). Follow the guidelines of your manufacturer, as approved by the FDA for the type of equipment (devices) you are using. Make no claims as to the use of your device other than those approved by the FDA.

The main differences between Class I and Class II devices:

The code of federal regulations CFR 876.5210 & 876.5220 describe the differences between the Class I and the Class II devices. From that regulation, a Class I device is an enema system and does not include “colonic irrigation devices”. A “colon irrigation device” is a Class II device, which in part is described as: “The system is designed to allow evacuation of the contents of the colon during the administration of the colonic irrigation.

The Class I Device: · The Class I device is defined as an enema system and may not have temperature control, temperature gauges or water purification as part of the device. Class I enema systems must be self-administered.· Manufacturers of Class I devices are not required to have third party oversight as they need not comply with the good manufacturing practices and record keeping that are required of Class II manufacturers. Class I devices are not as heavily regulated and controlled by the FDA as Class II devices are.· Owners of Class I devices may not market their service using the terms “colonics or colonic irrigation” in describing the scope of their practice of evacuating the contents of the lower bowel.

The Class II Device:· The Class II Device is a “colonic irrigation device”.· Manufacturers of Class II devices are required to have third party oversight and must comply with the good manufacturing practices and record keeping that are required by the FDA. Class II devices are heavily regulated and controlled by the FDA.· The FDA requires Class II devices to be sold and used on or at the order of a physician or health care practitioner. This may be different in each state.

Although I-ACT is not aware of any laws that preclude you from assisting an individual with an enema, I-ACT does want you to consider upgrading your equipment to the equipment that provides the greatest safe-guards to the public. In this profession, that would be equipment marketed as Class II devices.

Remember that I-ACT strongly recommends that all I-ACT members use FDA registered Class II devices or devices equivalent to Class II devices regulated by the appropriate agency in your country. Only individuals using FDA registered equipment will be placed on the I-ACT Web Site. Purchase equipment at your own risk. Ensure you are in compliance with your local, state, federal and country guidelines. Ensure that equip-ment you purchase is cleared for use in your country.

I-ACT recognizes there are two distinct types of colon irrigation systems; open and closed systems. However, it is I-ACT policy that the colon hydrotherapist / technician is always in attendance / or is immediately available to the client throughout the session. The degree of assistance is to be in compliance with the instructions of the manufacturer of the equipment as registered with the FDA, and/or as directed by a physician.

The policy on insertion is to follow the instruction of the referring physician; the guidelines of the manufacturer as approved by the FDA; or the directives from the authority of your city, county, state, or country ordinances.

I-ACT recommends that you do not put the initials (CT) for colon hydrotherapist after your name, write it out in full. According to most state laws, putting initials after your name is not allowed unless you are licensed or have a degree from an accredited professional school.

Advertising copy which states or implies that colon hydrotherapy can treat any disease, promise cure for any disease, or that makes unsubstantiated medical claims SHALL NOT be used.

Following is a list of our new members for the period November 1, 2013 through December 31, 2013.We are glad to have you as members. Remember, at I-ACT you are important to us!

First Name Last Name Home City Home State CountryElisabeth Gaines Palm Harbor FL USAHilda Hito Chatsworth CA USAElizabeth Kapuniai-Skinner La Honda CA USAMary Allison San Francisco CA USASusan Scott Lufkin TX USACoe Nowell Bent NM USAMonnica Mataya Indio CA USADebra Gravois Cypress TX USACarlos Augusto Gonzalez Correa Manizales Caldas Colombia, South AmericaMarisa Magistro Orem UT USABing Ding Chino CA USASusan Lee San Francisco CA USAShirley Mizell Cottondale AL USAJulian Toussaint Castries St. Lucia West IndiesKira Wright Eighty-Four PA USAMaribeth Essig Indianapolis IN USABeata Almasi Forest Hills NY USAAndrew Gregory Hertfordshire United KingdomMaureen Ashe Lawrenceville GA USAYin So Houston TX USALatrice Howard Jessup MD USAJaime Larsen Colorado Springs CO USAMichelle Williams Erie CO USABlanca Hernandez Alamo TX USASandra Sparrow Parry Sound ON CanadaMme Sylvie Couturier Jaffray BC CanadaStacy Petit Hampton GA USAMonica Black Toronto ON CanadaMary Robertson Edgewater MD USAEddy Zelaya Whittier CA USADebbie Planck San Diego CA USARose Myette New York NY USABeverly Peterkin Fayeteville NC USAAntoinette Flagg Long Beach CA USAAmanda McGeown Newry Co. Down Northern Ireland

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Rates good through May 23, 2014... or until the room block is sold out.

Agenda (Check official agenda - on website - for times) •• June 16, 2014 (Monday) ••

I-ACT Board Meeting •• June 17, 2014 (Tuesday) ••

I-ACT Board MeetingNBCHT Board Meeting

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Instructor Presentations (must be pre-registered to present) (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM)Regional Rep / Fund Raising Meeting (10:00 AM - 11:30 AM)Public Relations Committee Meeting (11:30 AM - 12:00 PM)

Education Committee & Mandatory Instructor / Schools (1:00 PM - 5:30 PM)•• June 19, 2014 (Thursday) Convention ••

President's RemarksSpeakers

Membership Meeting - I-ACTMembership Meeting - NBCHT

Thursday Evening - Dinner on your own, or join a Community Dinner•• June 20, 2014 (Friday) Convention ••

SpeakersSpecial CHT Workshop Scheduled (see agenda for specifics)

Special Build Your Business Workshop*** Dress Up - President's Award Dinner Dance / Fun & Entertainment ***

--- NOW on Friday --- •• June 21, 2014 (Saturday) Convention ••

SpeakersPresident's Closing Remarks

•• June 22, 2014 (Sunday) ••

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