Experience
Design Director - IHG Luxury & Lifestyle Americas - March 2023 - Current
Project management of renovations, capital projects, and new projects
Conduct property evaluations to determine the required scope of work for potential deals
Create design brief presentations for new projects to present to property ownership and designers
Manage the design process by reviewing design drawing sets, specifications, and finishes
Oversee model room installations, styling, photoshoots, and openings
Review consultant proposals, vendor bidding, shop drawings, and product prototypes
Play a key role in ensuring on-time delivery of a project, quality finish, brand values, and budget
Senior Designer - Goodrich, NYC - April 2018- March 2023
Lead concept development process in collaboration with the principal. Execute projects from concept to construction admin
Develop and lead design presentations to senior management client team
Project manage a team of 2-4 designers, delegate and review work, and manage project schedule
Interior Designer - Tihany Design Studio, NYC - April 2017- April 2018
Collaborated on design concept, specifications, documentation, and construction admin for high-end hotels
Designer for restaurants and hotel public spaces, developing initial concept and creating concept presentations
Interior Designer - Celano Design Studio, NYC - May 2015 - April 2017
Managed FF&E specifications and production for large scale hotels and restaurants
Collaborated on a new concept for Fairfield Inn Marriott and a concept for a new hotel, Moxy Marriott
Interior Designer - Mekus Tanager, Chicago - May 2014 - May 2015
Lead designer for a 400,000 sq ft tech incubator in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia from concept through DD
Junior Designer - Inspired Interiors, Chicago - February 2012- May 2014
Collaborated on a variety of projects from concept to CA in residential, small hospitality, and commercial designs
Education
Harrington College B.F.A. in Interior Design 2007-2012
Credentials
NCIDQ
LEED Green Associate