Marquis Who's Who Honors Judith Mackey for Expertise in Wellness, Hospitality and Health Services Leadership
Press Release September 25, 2026
Judith Mackey recognized for her expertise in healthcare and holistic wellness as a leading authority in her field
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Ms. Mackey has provided strategic leadership to guide the long-term vision, growth and community impact for wellness endeavors and the resort and club.

COLORADO SPRINGS, CO, September 25, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Judith Mackey has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

Ms. Mackey has distinguished herself as a visionary leader and entrepreneur in healthcare consulting, holistic wellness, and hospitality. In 2013, Ms. Mackey and her business partner, Brenda Smith, acquired the iconic Garden of the Gods Resort and Club, originally established in 1951 by the Hill family, and embarked on an ambitious vision to thoughtfully expand the property's legacy. As part of that vision, they established Strata Integrated Wellness and Spa, further enhancing the resort's longstanding reputation as a premier destination for luxury hospitality and holistic wellness innovation, and developed Vermilion at Garden of the Gods, a luxury residential community.

Ms. Mackey has provided strategic leadership to guide the long-term vision, growth and community impact for wellness endeavors and the resort and club. She has been instrumental in strengthening community partnerships and stakeholder relationships, while preserving the legacy and cultural significance of the property. She has overseen property enhancements, renovations, and guest experience initiatives, always maintaining environmental stewardship, respect for the natural landscape, and honoring the history of the land. Ms. Mackey has also led the development of holistic wellness programs, services and destination experiences that complement the resort's mission and values.

Drawing on her entrepreneurial expertise in healthcare consulting and the through the creation of Strata and HealthYou, she has expanded intentional and strategic partnerships with healthcare systems, community organizations, and industry leaders to advance integrative and preventive healthcare initiatives. Notably, Ms. Mackey championed efforts to secure insurance coverage for holistic therapies at Strata Med, dedicating five years to organizing and analyzing data before presenting to employers and insurance markets. As a result, 65% of Strata Med's services are now covered by health insurance, with partnerships established with Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare, UMR and third-party administrators. This achievement has enabled Strata Med to support numerous school districts and collaborate with hospital systems, making a significant impact on community health.

In addition to these ventures, Ms. Mackey has served as the president and chief executive officer of HealthYou LLC in Colorado Springs since 2011, a company dedicated to motivating employees to maintain and improve their health. She continues to drive organizational growth, innovation, and cross-sector collaboration to improve community health outcomes through this platform.

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