The Florida State Massage Therapy Association (FSMTA) is pleased to announce the recipients of the FSMTA Annual Awards: 

2023 LMT of the Year - Caitlin Haselden (Tampa Bay Chapter) 

2023 Outstanding Service - Elizabeth Duncan (Tampa Bay Chapter), Gail Naas (Broward Chapter), John Testa (Tampa Bay Chapter)  

2023 Sports Team of the Year – Tampa Bay Chapter Sports Massage Team 

FSMTA President’s Award – Lydia Smith (Central FL Chapter)  

Award winners were announced at an awards ceremony held during the FSMTA Annual Meeting on July 26, 2024 in Altamonte Springs, FL.   

The FSMTA Awards promote service and participation by recognizing individuals committed to the massage therapy profession and the Florida State Massage Therapy Association. Award winners demonstrate the best qualities of FSMTA members and often continue to serve in leadership roles. Founded in 1939, FSMTA is the oldest professional massage therapy association in the United States, dedicated to promoting and protecting the profession through legislative efforts, education and mutual support.   

For more information or to join FSMTA visit https://www.fsmta.org/