Ellen Neufeld: Winner – Women Leader in Medical Aesthetics | International Women Awards 2026
- Great Companies
- Mar 21
- 2 min read
The 8th International Women Awards 2026 by Great Companies honors women leaders who are redefining industries through passion, innovation, and meaningful impact.
Among this year’s winners is Ellen Neufeld, Founder of Aviva Med Spa, recognized as Winner – Women Leader in Medical Aesthetics.
Based in Centennial, USA, Ellen has built a purpose-driven aesthetics brand that focuses not just on appearance, but on confidence, self-care, and transformation.
Company Overview
Founder: Ellen Neufeld
Business: Aviva Med Spa
Location: Centennial, USA
Founded: 2017
Category: Medical Aesthetics
Industry: Med Spa Services
Website: aviva-medspa.com
Transforming Confidence Through Aesthetics
Aviva Med Spa was founded with a simple yet powerful belief: everyone deserves to look and feel their best.
The company offers a wide range of aesthetic and body treatments, including:
Injectables and skin treatments
Body contouring and weight loss
IV therapy and aesthetic wellness
Personalized facial and body services
What makes Aviva unique is its personalized, results-driven approach, where every treatment enhances both appearance and self-confidence.
A Journey from Healthcare to Aesthetic Leadership
With over 27 years of nursing experience, Ellen’s background spans ICU, NICU, and over two decades as a Nurse Anesthesiologist.
While successful in healthcare, she sought deeper, long-term client relationships and impact, which led her to start Aviva Med Spa.
From running the business solo in the early years to building a growing team, her journey reflects grit, learning, and leadership evolution.
Personalized Care as a Differentiator
Aviva Med Spa stands out through its relationship-first philosophy.
The team focuses on:
Understanding each client’s unique goals
Creating customized treatment plans
Delivering natural, balanced results
Educating clients without pressure
Clients don’t just receive treatments—they experience care, trust, and transformation.
Overcoming Challenges with Resilience
Ellen’s journey included real entrepreneurial challenges:
Starting without a business background
Struggles with marketing alignment
Hiring and team fit challenges
Managing stress and work-life balance
Through persistence and learning, she built a strong, sustainable brand rooted in experience and resilience.
Leadership with Care and Integrity
Ellen leads with a deeply human approach:
Every voice in the team matters
Gratitude and care guide leadership
Integrity defines decision-making
Collaboration drives growth
This has shaped Aviva into not just a clinic, but a trusted client-centric brand.
Advice for Women Entrepreneurs
Ellen shares a grounded and powerful message:
“Believe in yourself, think positive, ask for help, and find gratitude—even when it’s difficult.”
Her journey highlights that success comes from:
Self-belief
Learning through mistakes
Staying resilient
Building with purpose
The Future
Aviva Med Spa continues to grow in the medical aesthetics space, focusing on:
Advanced aesthetic technologies
Personalized treatment experiences
Strong client relationships
Confidence-driven transformation
Ellen’s vision goes beyond beauty—towards empowerment and self-confidence.
Official Recognition
Ellen Neufeld has been honored as the Winner – Women Leader in Medical Aesthetics at the 8th International Women Awards 2026 by Great Companies, recognizing her excellence in client care, leadership, and impact.
About the Awards
The International Women Awards by Great Companies celebrates women leaders who are creating global impact through innovation, leadership, and purpose-driven businesses.