Susan Stackhouse is recognized as one of the industry’s most respected airport retailers, with more than 35 years experience.

Founded in 1965, the company was established to operate the duty free concession at Tampa International Airport. Susan Stackhouse joined the company in 1980 as the General Manager of the company’s single store. Over the years, Susan worked her way up in the company, ultimately becoming the majority owner. Under her direction, the company has consistently grown and is now widely considered the most experienced and successful ACDBE operator in the airport retail industry.

Stellar Partners has received numerous award of excellence, and Susan has garnered many professional accolades, including:

• The only woman ever elected to the Board of Directors of a publicly held duty free company
• Officer and member of the Board of Directors of the international Associateion of Duty Airport Duty Free Stores (IAADFS)