Our Team
Lori Parrish
Founder & Owner
In 2004, Lori took over a former supermarket to open BODY, a wellness destination for elevated living. Lori started as a massage therapist in 1976, and later studied osteopathic and manual therapy techniques in France, as well as several other modalities over the years. For twenty-five years Lori educated and trained bodyworkers as the Executive Director of New Mexico Academy of Healing. Lori is a pioneer of the health & wellness movement, leading the way with an integrated approach to self-care.
Beau Baker
Guest Services and Sales
Beau joins the Body with 15 years of working in hospitality, sales, and holistic health. His diverse background includes managing restaurants such as Cafe Gratitude in Venice, CA, Supervisor at the Montage Beverly Hills, to over six years in holistic counseling and guidance supported by a Masters's Equivalent in Spiritual Psychology.
Beau sets his intention to assist and support the vibrant Body team and clients in all ways necessary to enrich and continue to grow this beautiful community. Whether it’s a spa treatment, yoga, or Moroccan cuisine, his vision is that Body of Santa Fe will be a home for all who are seeking a deeper more connected wellness experience.
Tinsley Secrest
Marketing
Tinsley is from Texas where she studied Communications & Retail at Texas Tech University. She is planning on opening her own clothing business in the future with her love for fashion and her experiences. Tinsley is passionate about creativity, travel, fashion, and design.
Marianna Armijo
Guest Services & Merchandising
Laurie Peterson
Director of Strategic Development
Laurie is an entrepreneur with 20 years of experience developing and launching consumer products and technology, primarily in Silicon Valley startups. She has an MBA from UC Berkeley Haas School of Business and was once named the “Rising Star Toy Inventor of the Year”. Like many of Santa Fe’s new residents, Laurie moved here during the pandemic seeking a healthier lifestyle and joined BODY to shift her focus towards wellbeing.
Maru Rubio
BODYkids & Facilities Maintenance
Maru wears many hats here at Body. From facilities maintenance to being a part of our BODYkids team, Maru makes this wonderful place thrive. He has been caregiving and working with youth for over 20 years in after school programs, treatment centers, and on a one-on-one basis. Maru has a special way of spreading humor, peace, and collaborative teamwork! His optimism and high energy make him a pleasure to be around and we're very lucky to have him as a part of our team!
Kathy Sadowski
Guest Services & Sales
Kathy trained in 2004 as a Massage Therapist, and soon after pursued studies in Thai Yoga Massage at the Thai Institute, Stretch to Win, CranioSacral therapy with the Upledger Institute, and tuning fork techniques with the Sound Healing Academy.
Sara Wolcott
Director of BODYkids
Sara recently moved to Santa Fe from Bozeman MT where she ran a small nature based kids program out of her home. Sara has two children who you will meet at BODYkids—Hadley is almost five and Cedar just turned two. She is thrilled to meet new families and welcome everyone to the new BODYkids.
Kevin Flores
Accounting
Kevin’s goal as an accountant and financial advisor is to help business owners like Lori find balance by reducing their operational workload. Kevin graduated from the University of California, Santa Barbara and has an MBA from the Anderson School of Management at the University of New Mexico. Kevin settled in Santa Fe in 2011 and enjoys being active outdoors.
Are you interested in joining BODY? We are always looking to add outstanding massage therapists and yoga instructors to our team. Contact Us