LAS VEGAS - (January 28, 2005 ) – World-famous medical researcher and best-selling author Dr. Barry Sears will be this year’s featured speaker at the second International Wellness Summit, the in-depth seminar devoted to spa and wellness professionals.

Dr. Sears will present on Sunday afternoon, July 24 as part of the kick off for Cosmoprof North America, the World’s Destination for Beauty.

In 2004, the first Wellness Summit, the one-of-a-kind event that includes a three-day program of seminars and presentations dedicated to wellness, spas, skin care and treatments with top keynote speakers known all over the world, was headlined by the integrative health guru Dr. Andrew Weil, the New York Times columnist Jane Brody and the Clever Cleaver Brothers.

Dr. Sears is recognized as one of the leading experts on the hormonal effects of food. He has written a host of number one New York Times bestsellers, including The Zone, Mastering the Zone, and The Soy Zone. His books have sold more than five million copies and have been translated into twenty-two languages.

“Dr. Sears continues to empower millions of people with a positive and scientific message about wellness,” said Bonnie Bonadeo, Director of Education, Comoprof North America. “Our central focus for 2005 is educating spa, salon and wellness professionals with up-to-date facts that will ultimately benefit consumers worldwide and Dr. Sears is a key part of this year’s comprehensive Wellness Package.”

Cosmoprof North America is the first show to bring the beauty professionals from all over the world under one roof. Held July 24-26, 2005, Cosmoprof North America represents the very latest in hair care, skin care, cosmetics, nails, spa, wellness and all elements of packaging and product development.

Tickets for Dr. Sears’ presentation are included in the Wellness Summit package price of $199, which includes access to Cosmoprof North America, demonstrations, Wellness speakers, panels, Spa tours, and more. Barry Sears tickets only are $59. For more information, visit www.cosmoprofnorthamerica.com.