David Stoup, Chairman of Trilogy Spa Holdings has both founded and re-invented consumer product companies throughout his thirty plus years in the beauty business.
Mr. Stoup’s prior experience includes his current position as Co-Chairman/CEO of Weil Lifestyle, LLC, as well as co-founding La Prairie, Inc., Phillip Kingsley Products, Inc., Colours & Scents and Perry Ellis Shoes, all of which were sold to strategic buyers. In 1992, Mr. Stoup secured the exclusive worldwide rights to operate the Red Door Spas under the Elizabeth Arden trade name from Unilever. As CEO, Mr. Stoup oversaw the growth of Elizabeth Arden Salon Holdings from two Red Door spas to 142 day spas in 26 markets throughout the United States and the United Kingdom, until its sale to a private equity group in May 2000.
Mr. Stoup’s passion also extends to the non-profit world. He serves as a Member of the Board of Directors for the Amazon Conservation Team, Founder of YPO’s Global Youth Exchange and as a Board Member of St. Joseph’s Medical Center. He is also an active member of World Presidents Organization (WPO) and Chief Executives Organization (CEO).
Robert’s career has spanned the disciplines of property operations, corporate administration, real estate development and acquisitions since graduating from the University of Hartford in 1972 with degrees in Business Economics and Finance.
In 1996, Robert took the real estate activities of Boykin Management Company public in an IPO called Boykin Lodging (NYSE: BOY), led by Lehman Brothers. Ten years later, in 2006, the assets of Boykin Lodging were sold to a private equity firm and Robert returned to guide the activities of Boykin Management Company.
Robert served as Vice-Chair of the Marriott Full Service Franchise Owners Association and also as the Chairman Emeritus of the Amazon Conservation Team. He is active in the World Presidents Organization and Chief Executives Organization. As a frequent speaker and panelist at industry lodging conferences, he is a well-respected advisor to the travel and lodging industry.
