NEW YORK, Aug. 13 /PRNewswire/ -- Cornelia Zicu, world-renowned luxury
skin-care expert, whose clients include Hollywood stars and sophisticated
socialites, has joined Red Door Spas as its worldwide Chief Creative
Officer.
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"Cornelia is an icon within the beauty industry, and her joining Red
Door Spas completes our senior management team. Our goal is to re-establish
Red Door Spas as the world's preeminent spa company by providing
unparalleled customer service and professional expertise," said Todd
Walter, CEO of Red Door Spa Holdings. "Cornelia brings to our organization
a wealth of industry knowledge and an abundance of creative ideas to
bolster our internal development in an ever-changing market."
Cornelia added, "Red Door Spas is a multi-generational, classic brand
with a strong heritage and an ever-evolving commitment to excellence and
innovation. We have a unique opportunity to infuse its legendary image with
new creative vibrancy. Red Door Spas will continue to deliver a level of
expertise that will secure its position as an industry leader for years to
come."
Cornelia is an international consultant and product development expert
specializing in luxury spa and beauty treatments. Her career began at the
Peninsula Hotel Spa in Manhattan, where she quickly became the favorite
skin-care expert of the spa's most demanding clients. Prior to joining Red
Door Spas, Cornelia's ventures included a spa on Fifth Avenue in New York
City, as well as several high-end beauty product lines.
As Chief Creative Officer, Cornelia will focus on creative development
and implementation, ensuring uniformity in service and guest experience in
every one of Red Door Spas' U.S. and international locations. "Thirty-one
spas and growing, a talented management team, and the vision to inspire a
brand new generation -- this is what is compelling about Red Door Spas. Our
advantage is clear," added Cornelia.
Cornelia is famous for her extensive knowledge and innovative use of
the most advanced and purest skin-enhancing ingredients in the world, as
well as her unique treatment techniques.
"Cornelia will have an immediate impact both on Red Door Spas and the
spa industry," said Walter.
About Red Door Spa Holdings:
Red Door Spa Holdings is a privately-held company backed by North
Castle Partners, a private equity firm specializing in investments in the
healthy living and aging sector. Red Door Spa Holdings licenses trademarks
from the publicly-traded fragrance and cosmetics company, Elizabeth Arden
Inc., and is a separate corporate entity.
Red Door Spa Holdings currently owns and operates 51 full-service
salons and day spas across the United States, and one in London. This
includes 31 Red Door Spas in freestanding locations and upscale resort and
hotel properties, as well as 20 Chicago-based Mario Tricoci Hair Salons and
Day Spas.
Red Door Spas
With nearly 100 years of beauty expertise based on fundamental elements
of day spa pioneer Elizabeth Arden, Red Door Spas operates 30 day and
resort spas nationwide, as well as one London location. Committed to
enhancing the lives of its guests through beauty, harmony, and well-being,
and to providing pioneering techniques, quality treatments, and advanced
services, Red Door Spas will continue to expand, innovate, and remain the
leader in the day spa industry for years to come.
Media Contacts:
Rick Keating Michelle Sabari
Keating & Co. M Booth & Associates
212.433.1370 / 917.767.2400 212.481.7000
rkeating@keatingco.com reddoorspas@mbooth.com
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