Founder, Wahayla, Sweden
Anna Bjurstam is founder of Wahayla, a wellness and longevity company advising hospitality, fitness, and health brands on the future of wellbeing. A pioneer in the global wellness industry for more than 25 years, she helped launch S.A.T.S. in Sweden, growing it into Scandinavia’s leading fitness chain, and later built Raison d’Être into the consultancy behind more than 200 spas in 70 countries. From 2013–2026, she served as Wellness Pioneer at Six Senses, helping establish the brand as a global leader in wellness hospitality. She has served on the Global Wellness Summit Board since 2007. A sought-after speaker and thought leader, Anna regularly shares her insights at international conferences and educational institutions, contributing to the ongoing evolution of the wellness industry through her unique blend of business expertise, scientific understanding, and spiritual wisdom.