Phil Davis, Executive Director

Phil received a degree in Economics from Stanford University in 1980, and followed that with a successful 25-year business career, including tenures at Manufacturers Hanover Trust Bank, Wells Fargo Bank, and a family owned regional electrical-supply distributor in Seattle, Stusser Electric Company. In 2000 he joined HouseValues Inc. to lead this early stage Internet start-up as Executive Vice President of Finance & Operations, helping to build the organizational and financial foundation for one the region’s most successful new businesses. Phil most recently was Vice President at Savers, Inc., North America's largest for-profit thrift store chain.

 

Phil decided to change course and accept the position at Hoh River Trust in the summer of 2005 by an informed passion for rivers, fish, and wildlife, and by a deep confidence in the mission and strategies of the organization. “I’m thrilled to be part of this team,” says Phil. “This opportunity to help leave a lasting legacy for the environment and the community is very meaningful to me and my family.”

 

Phil is responsible for development and for the administration and oversight of the Trust’s Peninsula based land-management operations. Phil is a fly fisherman and river lover. He lives in Seattle, Washington.