Design and focused his senior thesis on a mixed use Hospitality & High-End Residential design. Through UC's CO-OP internships he worked in both Chicago & Atlanta. After graduating college in 2005 he worked for F.A. Hunter & Associates for a couple years, where he had interned while in school. He then partnered with former co-worker and friend Kelli Andrews (past president) to create KAIDstudio at the end of 2007, focusing on both the Hospitality & High-End Residential markets. In October of 2009 Ryan parted ways with Kelli and established Studio Rouge Interiors, as the Creative Director Ryan has a passion for creativity and a LOVE for interior design. He specializes in Hospitality, Commercial, & both High-end and mid scale Residential Design. Through being highly involved in NEWH’S Atlanta Chapter Ryan was able to meet Meghan Bazemore, VP of Programming and hired her as the Developer of Design for Studio Rouge Interiors. For 2010 Ryan's role has advanced to VP of Administration and is still honored to be the Director of Scholarship, Fundraising & Education where he personally thrives to involve students, designers, & manufacturer reps through education, networking & teamwork. He loves to expose all members to the exciting new designs & concepts through our events. Throughout the year he will head-up fundraising for the Scholarship Awards Gala and the Golf Tournament as he builds his relationships within the Atlanta Hospitality Market.

five years of experience, she offers substantial project management and installation experience as an Interior Designer at DesignONE Studio, which is a full-service design firm, with a focused and specialized understanding of Hotel Design, providing integrated Architecture and Interior Design. Lori's skill sets allow her to convey her vision and to create inviting spaces for the hotel industry, based on the needs of the client. She is proficient in hotel renovations and conversions. In addition to Interior Design, Lori has on-site experience from working directly with a furnishings installation crew, which provided her with expertise in procurement and quality control, as well as overseeing the freight management and installation of guestroom and public space furnishings in various high-end hotels, condominiums and senior living establishments. Lori has immersed herself into the Hospitality Design community through her affiliation with NEWH/Atlanta. She has been actively planning meaningful events and monthly networking opportunities in her role as Director of Programming throughout 2011. She is thrilled to serve on the Board in 2012 as VP of Development, representing the Atlanta Chapter as a Delegate, and mentoring newcomers on the Board of Directors.

Dana has been in the hospitality industry since 2007. During her career in the hospitality industry, Dana has worked on projects ranging from full service resorts, casinos, and convention centers, to limited service hotels, restaurants and prototype developments. Prior to Desso Hospitality, Dana was a Senior Account Manager for Milliken Hospitality and a Commercial Marketing Representative for INVISTA commercial carpet fibers. In the role of Fundraising VP and Sustainability Director, she looks forward to leading the chapter's fundraising efforts for sholarships and championing NEWH sustainability goals.

five years of experience, she offers substantial project management and installation experience as an Interior Designer at DesignONE Studio, which is a full-service design firm, with a focused and specialized understanding of Hotel Design, providing integrated Architecture and Interior Design. Lori's skill sets allow her to convey her vision and to create inviting spaces for the hotel industry, based on the needs of the client. She is proficient in hotel renovations and conversions. In addition to Interior Design, Lori has on-site experience from working directly with a furnishings installation crew, which provided her with expertise in procurement and quality control, as well as overseeing the freight management and installation of guestroom and public space furnishings in various high-end hotels, condominiums and senior living establishments. Lori has immersed herself into the Hospitality Design community through her affiliation with NEWH/Atlanta. She has been actively planning meaningful events and monthly networking opportunities in her role as Director of Programming throughout 2011. She is thrilled to serve on the Board in 2012 as VP of Development, representing the Atlanta Chapter as a Delegate, and mentoring newcomers on the Board of Directors.