Our Team

As CEO and founder of IIG, Patti Tritschler brings more than 30 years of experience, passion, and excellence to the design industry. A true visionary and progressive thinker, Patti promotes growth and success of young professionals in the hospitality industry while successfully building an award-winning portfolio of work. She has developed a firm culture that thrives on creativity and her strong leadership promotes an environment that fosters both long-standing client and employee relationships.

“Instilling confidence, encouraging leadership, and providing perspective to the next generation is one of the most invaluable ways to invest in your company. After all, employees are the lifeblood of your business, and their development can position your firm for growth. Recognizing talent, putting “aces in the right places,” and providing an environment that flourishes in collaboration and accountability allows you to coach and develop the natural aptitude and abilities within your team. Investing in them is an investment into your firm.”

Sharon Bilbeisi offers a global perspective and over 20 years of experience in hospitality design. As IIG’s Senior Vice President | Design, Sharon provides creative and process-driven leadership to the division and oversees the creation and development of IIG design concepts, infusing a sense of story and place for every development. As a registered architect who is passionate about pursuing design excellence through process, teamwork, and mentorship, Sharon is responsible for ensuring all IIG design projects maintains our quality and creativity standards while providing consistent and reliable customer service.

Prior to joining IIG, Sharon has worked with several leading hospitality design firms and has focused on luxury and lifestyle hospitality environments with leading brands across the globe, including Marriott, Hilton, Choice, Four Seasons, IHG, and Accor. During her time with Forrest Perkins | Perkins Eastman, she worked as an Associate Principal and Board of Directors member, leading the Washington, DC-based hospitality design studio. She has also served as Studio Director | Project Director at DiLeonardo International, in both their Middle East and domestic offices.

“To me, hospitality design is an extension of the travel experience. One cannot be separated from the other. A successful design is more than just a backdrop – it evokes emotions, sets the tone, and promotes ease for the guest. Thoughtfully crafted details bring the design to life, enhancing the story so seamlessly that the guests simply can’t forget their experience.”

With 20 years of sales and marketing experience, Andrea Depew is a business development veteran. Having served in various roles ranging from Corporate Sales & Account Manager for the Hard Rock Hotel Chicago to Director of Marketing and Public Relations at YHI, Inc, to Associate and Director of U.S. Business Development at Hager Design International, Andrea applies her expertise as a self-starter, skilled negotiator, and effective communicator to IIG’s business development team.

As a results-oriented and decisive leader with the proven ability to identify growth and build partnerships, Andrea builds confidence and trust in all who meet her. Her firm belief that relationships are at the heart of every project and dedication to see a project through to completion has produced unparalleled business alliances and a loyal client base.

“Hospitality is service with heart. It's my great privilege to cultivate deep-rooted relationships with all sectors of the hospitality industry. I truly enjoy getting to know people and building relationships that allow me to understand their business goals and make them a reality. I love being a connector resulting in success for everyone.”

After graduating from Columbia College Chicago with a bachelor’s in interior architecture, Keith Roy amassed extensive experience in the hospitality design industry, having worked on select service, lifestyle, boutique, and full-service projects across leading hotel brands. Since 2014, Keith has steadily advanced within the IIG design collective from Interior Designer to Architectural Lead to Vice President | Design. Although he’s a powerhouse of technical knowledge and excels at documentation, Keith is well-versed in all phases of the design.

With his vast knowledge in all aspects of the project and robust technical skills, Keith is responsible for managing multiple large-scale developments and provides creative, process-driven leadership in his current role as Vice President | Design. In this position, Keith engages in a heavy amount of team collaboration, manages project schedules and scopes, oversees the implementation of design, and ensures quality documentation is submitted to architects, consultants, hotel brands, and owners. In addition to technical coordination and project management, Keith has a passion for coaching and mentoring his team.

“The process of bringing a concept to life exhilarates me. Understanding how all the interconnecting details can make a dream into reality, overcoming the challenges and obstacles on the road to construction, and collaborating with a team, are highlights of my job. But the most rewarding aspect of my profession is found when a designer I’ve been mentoring has a ‘light bulb’ moment and I am able to ‘pass the torch.’”

Valerie Harrison brings a multidisciplinary background in hospitality design, with an educational foundation in production design from the Savannah College of Art & Design and a Master’s degree in interior design from Georgia State University. Her career began at IHG and has since expanded to include design and product development for startups, design direction and project management for ownership groups, and brand strategy and leadership for design firms—giving her a well‑rounded perspective across all phases of hospitality development.

With extensive experience executing PIPs and hotel renovations across Hyatt, Hilton, and Marriott brands, Valerie's portfolio ranges from select‑service to luxury properties. She is known for her narrative‑driven design approach to hospitality and F&B environments, supported by significant on‑site construction and project management experience. Additionally, Valerie has successfully repositioned several assets on the National Register of Historic Places. As VP | Design, Valerie is well positioned to support our project teams in complex programming, finding inspiration at the intersection of operational efficiency and elevated design.

“Building hospitality environments is nothing short of a true honor for me. Travel and the places we stay have the power to inspire and to bring dreamers together from all walks of life. The ability to deliver even the smallest bit of wonder to someone on their journey is incredibly meaningful and is a deep-seated aspiration I carry from project to project.”

With a myriad of hospitality, corporate, and high-end residential interior design experience spanning 25 years, Marc Fugnitto has demonstrated his expertise in construction documentation, project management and creative problem-solving. As Vice President | Design, Marc is responsible for ensuring all design projects meet IIG documentation standards, quality benchmarks, and critical milestones, ensuring accuracy and efficiency of our team to meet your project’s needs. In addition, he plays an active role in the professional development and mentoring of the design team and project managers.

“Delivering the highest quality product and service to our clients is of utmost importance to me and requires a collaborative approach to design, accurate and comprehensive drawings and specifications, clear communication, and commitment to project deadlines. This concierge approach instills trust with clients and emphasizes our dedication to bring the conceptualized vision to a realized environment that enhances the experience of those who inhabit the space.”

Adrienne Dozier actively implements strategies for process improvement, effectively monitors staff capacity, and drives strategic planning to ensure deliverables are consistently met and concierge service is delivered to our partners. Her passionate pursuit of design excellence is showcased through her leadership in teamwork, professional development, and mentoring of designers and project managers.  

In addition, Adrienne engages in robust collaboration with divisional leaders, playing a critical role in achieving cohesion across dual projects. 

"Hospitality design is a delicate balance of knowledge, aesthetics, creative problem solving, and communication. Successful design is driven by a team that embodies it all and embraces the process. The end result is a meaningful space crafted with beauty and function."  

After graduating from Indiana University with a bachelor’s in interior design and minors in art history and graphic design, Jillian Amberg advanced through the ranks of IIG from interior designer to her most recent role as Principal | Design. With IIG’s characteristic drive and ambition, she is committed to design excellence and understands the details, processes, and collaboration that are required to bring a project to life. Her tenure in the hospitality design industry has allowed her to oversee multiple projects throughout all phases of design to completion for select service, extended stay, and boutique properties.

As Principal | Design, Jillian takes a hands-on approach to mentoring the design team to reach design and project finish lines. With her deep understanding of project process, schedules, resource planning, and strategic team management, she is a valuable asset. Under her careful supervision, she builds project specific teams and manages workload for the design staff. Moreover, she provides vital oversight and mentoring to designers to ensure high quality work is delivered on schedule.

“Interior design is an artform that transforms simple elements into a masterpiece; the unique ability to turn creative chaos into defined space, time, and purpose; the capacity to capture a feeling and a memory; the story and beauty we get to share with the world.”

As a passionate, forward thinking, and approachable leader, Jocelyn Lurie shares her contagious, energetic spirit and expertise in hospitality procurement with our dynamic team. Her proven track record of providing cost savings to owners, investors, and stakeholders while navigating challenges within both unpredictable and steady supply chains has positioned Jocelyn as an accomplished procurement expert. Solution focused with a collaborative approach to procurement and project management, Jocelyn has fostered invaluable partnerships with owners, vendors, designers, brand ambassadors, logistic and installation personnel, general contractors, and hotel management to see a multitude of projects through to completion.

“Through collaboration, commitment, and transparency, our established partnerships can navigate the obstacles and unforeseen challenges of a project, generating trust from owners and designers alike by maintaining design intent while finding value within our owner’s allotted budget.”

“Relationships are at the heart of hospitality and cultivate a sense of home and community. I love fostering rich, deep-rooted, and invested relationships with talent, team members, and divisional leaders to create a safe environment where ideas flourish, healthy debates provide solutions, and people can grow.”

An accomplished financial executive with over 10 years of experience in finance and risk management, Nick Tritschler is a key architect in the development and execution of the firm's strategic growth initiatives. Highly data driven and solutions focused, he is a resourceful asset in maximizing operational performance.

Prior to joining IIG, Nick spent 8 years in the banking industry and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and Finance from Central Michigan University. His previous roles as Credit Analyst for Isabella Bank and Vice President at Republic Bank of Chicago were stepping stones to his current position as Chief Financial Officer at IIG. With his passion for finance, process, and people, Nick is a trusted and respected executive leader.

"The key to driving operational success is found in recruiting and retaining the right people, integrating them effectively into the team, and streamlining communication between departments. I am heavily invested in all facets of the company and enjoy setting up procedures to increase efficiencies and minimize risk. Growing a company is challenging, but it is rewarding to see mentored leaders grow, becoming agents of change that propel the company to new heights."

With over 20 years of experience in project accounting and 10 years of tenure at IIG, Becky Yatsko leads our Accounting and Human Resource departments, overseeing the improvement of quality and efficiencies within the organization. As Chief Operating Officer, Becky places an emphasis on employee relations and the importance of mentorship. In addition, with her robust financial background, Becky ensures timely account payables, detailed project reconciliation, and a seamless project closeout.

Utilizing her accounting degree from Purdue University, Becky spent 10 years working at various Chicagoland firms prior to joining the IIG team as an accountant. Rising from the ranks, she progressed into leadership roles such as Vice President of Finance before accepting her current role as Chief Operating Officer. Her demonstrated alignment to IIG’s core values of integrity, accountability, service, and team make her an ideal leader to spearhead our Accounting and Human Resources departments.

“IIG’s culture is built on the following pillars: leadership, mentorship, collaboration, and accountability. These form the foundation that has allowed IIG to stand the test of time in an ever-evolving market and flourish throughout all seasons.”