In 2023, Michelle Steadman approached me with a compelling business idea: floating sound baths. I knew the concept was in line with that year’s global wellness trends—immersive experiences, sound baths, wellness travel—but we never could have imagined how well received it would be.

Launching the business was fun and seamless (a good sign you are on the right track). Within months, we were producing sold-out events for guests flying in from all over the world. Our social media views quickly grew to over 400 million. We garnered international press and met gracious guests who shared stories that made all the hard work meaningful.

People are seeking impactful self-care experiences and Good Vibes Sound Bath answers that call. Floating sound baths are now offered worldwide, and we take pride in helping to launch an industry that provides a much-needed reprieve. We also take pride in the fact that Greater Palm Springs is home to Good Vibes Sound Bath and see a significant opportunity to expand the experience to a broader local audience.

As such, we have placed Good Vibes in the capable hands of Matthew McLeroy and Kelly Garcia, local professionals deeply invested in the Coachella Valley through leadership and service. McLeroy is chairman of the board for Desert Best Friend’s Closet, a board member for Leadership Coachella Valley and the Palm Springs Hospitality Association (PSHA), and president of Indio Sunrise Rotary Club. Garcia is treasurer of the Indio Rotary, commissioner of the Indio Community Service Commission and also on the board of PSHA.

“Good Vibes Sound Bath has truly been a labor of love, built from a place of passion, healing and a commitment to meaningful work in our community,” said Steadman. “Watching it grow into an experience that has touched so many lives has been an incredible honor.”

Handing the company forward is both emotional and exciting. “We feel confident that Matt and Kelly will nurture its heart while expanding its reach, allowing even more people to experience the healing power of sound and intentional wellness,” adds Steadman.

The idea of purchasing the business arose serendipitously for the new business partners, and the decision was underscored by how seamlessly everything came together. “Every conversation, every step in the process, felt aligned,” says Garcia. “The ease and clarity around this transition assured us we were stepping into something that was ready to evolve, and we knew we were meant to steward it into its next chapter.”

“My interest in owning Good Vibes is rooted in something deeper than business; it’s about impact,” says McLeroy, who throughout his life and career has been drawn to things that help you reset. “This immersive experience blends science, sound, meditation and community. We are creating an environment where people feel safe, grounded and restored.”

The pair plans to grow thoughtfully and sustainably by expanding into additional resort properties and private estates, increasing corporate wellness partnerships, and developing repeatable systems to maintain the premium experience at scale.

“Growth for us is not about volume alone. It’s about protecting quality while expanding reach,” ensures Garcia. “We want this to be a business that enhances the local wellness ecosystem, not just operates within it.”

Michelle and I are eternally grateful to the many businesses and individuals who have supported Good Vibes Sound Bath along the way. It has been an incredible journey, and we beam with pride as it continues to grow as one of Greater Palm Springs’s iconic wellness experiences.

Lauren Del Sarto is founder and publisher of Desert Health. For tickets and information, visit www.goodvibessoundbath.com.