Jamie Matusow, Editor12.01.13
Close friends and colleagues roast and toast Elizabeth Arden’s Art Spiro at The Fragrance Foundation’s Circle of Champions 2013 event. |
Elizabeth Musmanno, president of The Fragrance Foundation and The Musmanno Group got the evening rolling as she invited Spiro to join the “hot seat” on the dais. “During his illustrious career,” said Musmanno, Art has led the development of some of the industry’s most landmark scents. Few executives are as hands-on and benevolent as Art.” His noted accomplishments include Juicy Couture, Usher, and Curve for Men and Curve for Women.
Art Spiro of Elizabeth Arden and Elizabeth Musmanno of The Fragrance Foundation. |
While many of the evening’s participants made reference to Spiro’s tendency to speak in monotone, his humble acceptance was pitched with emotion as he thanked all his friends, family and co-workers for their supportive roles in his career. There was no question that he had chosen the right path: “I love helping the future leaders of the industry,” said Spiro. “You know, it’s a wonderful place to be when you’re really happy with your life.”