Name: Constance McCarty
Facebook: @SanctuaryCamelbackMountain
Instagram: @sanctuaryaz_, @gurneysresorts
Website: www.gurneysresorts.com/scottsdale
Age: 41
Title: Spa Director
Married/Single: Married
Kids: 2
City you live in: Cave Creek, Arizona
A typical day in my life includes… A trip to Starbucks, a day of work, after-school practice with the kids, dinner, and bed
I was born… in Anchorage, Alaska
My favorite thing about Arizona… its beautiful sunsets
I’m listening to… 90’s soft rock.
My family… is my biggest priority.
If I could have dinner with anyone, it would be… probably my siblings because they both have passed away.
One thing I cannot live without… my iPhone.
When I was younger, I wanted to be… a therapist or lawyer.
I’m inspired by… so many people, but especially those who work towards a purpose and are authentically themselves.
The one person who motivates me is… myself.
If I could change anything in the world, it would be… no food scarcity.
The perfect day would be… sleeping in, lots of coffee and time spent near water (ocean or lake)
My first job was… picking strawberries.
My favorite escape… traveling to new places.
My life… is continually unfolding. Always new things happening!
I’m currently working on… Introducing our team to the healing benefits of flower essences to use as a catalyst for their own personal growth.
Always… look at things from another’s perspective.
Never… hold on to anger – let it pass through.
Favorite Quote… “If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else.”
Biggest Dream… to be a full-time tourist.
My Pet Peeve(s)… not achieving my own personal goals.
Bio-on yourself/company: Constance McCarty is the Spa Director at Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A Gurney’s Resort & Spa, bringing over twenty years of experience. Constance oversees daily operations at the 12,000-square-foot spa, developing new treatments and offerings to speak to current and upcoming wellness trends, and continuing to create an overall spa experience that meets Gurney’s Resorts luxurious standards. Constance leads all spa and wellness operations across the property including the robust fitness programming. Before joining the Gurney’s team, Constance held roles at a series of renowned spas and resorts including the Silverleaf Club in Arizona, Desert Mountain Club, Village Health Clubs & Spas, Hyatt Hotels Corporation and The Phoenician Resort.
Sanctuary Camelback Mountain, A Gurney’s Resort & Spa is a luxury resort set upon 53 acres of lush desert featuring manicured grounds, gardens, pools and award-winning facilities. The property’s current offerings include a 12,000-square-foot spa, fitness center, swimming pools, tennis and pickleball courts and 110 casitas and suites as well as eight private mountainside villas with sweeping views of the area’s natural vistas. Sanctuary Spa cultivates balance and pure relaxation through inspiring treatments and tranquil environments. The spa experience extends throughout twelve indoor and outdoor treatment rooms and includes a tranquil Zen meditation garden and soothing reflection pond. A co-ed quiet room and an indulgent selection of services from facials to acupuncture distinguish Sanctuary Spa from other hotel spas in Scottsdale and beyond.
