Studio IDC is excited to join leading voices in hospitality at the upcoming Bisnow South Florida & Caribbean Hotel & Hospitality Summit, where Chief Creative Officer Todd Tyler will speak on a panel titled “Unlocking the Future of Hospitality Investment, Development & Branding.”Date: Tuesday, July 15, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM
Location: Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay, 1633 N. Bayshore Drive, Miami, FL 33132
Todd will offer perspective on how interior environments contribute to long-term brand value, market positioning, and investment strategy. Drawing from Studio IDC’s work across South Florida and the Caribbean, he’ll speak alongside leaders from Hyatt Hotels, LEO A DALY, and Blue Suede Hospitality.
From branded residences to all-inclusive luxury, Florida and the Caribbean remain two of the most dynamic hospitality markets in the world. As developers, operators, and investors look for ways to stand out, design is critical in creating differentiated destinations that connect emotionally and function operationally.
Stay tuned for insights and key takeaways from the panel, and join us in person if you can!
Panels and Speakers
Beyond the Stay: Redefining Hospitality with Elevated Amenities and Experiences
Todd Tyler |
Todd Tyler is an experienced interior and furniture designer with over 20 years in the industry. He is the Chief Creative Officer at Studio IDC, a Miami-based firm specializing in luxury residential and hospitality design. Todd has worked with prominent firms like Kenneth Brown Design and Jennifer Bradford Davis Interior Design, contributing to high-profile projects in NYC and Mustique. He also designed furniture for Blue Leaf Hospitality. His work, recognized for its beauty and functionality, has been featured in national publications. A former elite gymnast, Todd brings discipline and dedication to his work and is a certified member of ASID and NCIDQ. |
Rika Lisslö |
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Kenny Lipschutz |
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Mark Pratt |
Mark Pratt is VP and the Global Hospitality Practice Leader for LEO A DALY’s internationally renowned hospitality design group. With over 30 years of experience working with major hotel brands, he has devoted his career to building lasting relationships with developers, hoteliers, and brands to envision and realize extraordinary hospitality projects. His contributions have significantly impacted the development of the industry with proficiency in brand selection and approval processes, site selection and design, and the ability to source equity for the capital stack. Mark’s expertise is comprehensive, covering all phases of planning, design, and construction across the spectrum of hospitality, including luxury, full-service, boutique, resort, and convention center hotels. Working with top brands such as Marriott International, Hilton Worldwide, and IHG, he has been involved in hundreds of hospitality projects both in the U.S. and internationally. Mark is visionary, bringing forward-thinking leadership skills to guide the LEO A DALY Hospitality Team toward aspirational growth, working on an ever-increasing list of impressive projects with exceptional clients. |
Hotel Investment Landscape: Current Dynamics and Emerging Opportunities
Greg Friedman |
Since co-founding Peachtree Group in 2007, Greg Friedman has successfully overseen investments exceeding $11 billion in commercial real estate and various other enterprises. He brings over 25 years of experience in credit and equity investing, particularly in hotels and other commercial real estate assets. Previously, Greg served as SVP of Business Development for Specialty Finance Group, where he originated more than $2 billion of credit transactions. Before that, Greg was VP of Business Development for GMAC Commercial Mortgage Asset-Backed Lending Division. During his six-year tenure, he originated, closed, and funded more than 300 hospitality FF&E financing transactions with an aggregate capital structure exceeding $10 billion. Greg is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and is a board member of the American Hotel & Lodging Association. He also serves on the real estate fund advisory board for the Texas McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin. |
Daniel Berman |
Daniel Berman is a visionary entrepreneur originally from Venezuela who moved to the U.S. to pursue a bold dream: to build one of the most respected hospitality and real estate companies in the industry. In 2008, he founded AD1, which has since grown into a dynamic platform known for acquiring, developing, and managing high-performing hospitality assets. With a relentless focus on excellence, Daniel led AD1 through economic shifts and personal challenges, guided by strong values, work ethic, and a deep commitment to people. His leadership has fostered long-term relationships with employees, investors, and global hotel brands, while expanding into full-scale development and mixed-use projects. Daniel believes that success is most powerful when it’s shared—a principle that continues to shape his company culture and long-term vision to elevate the guest experience, empower teams, and create lasting value through world-class hospitality and transformative real estate. |
Brian Quinn |
Brian Quinn joined Sonesta as the Chief Development Officer with 20+ years of experience in executive roles in public companies and private equity firms. Prior to joining Sonesta in 2021, he worked at Choice Hotels, Driftwood Hospitality, InterContinental, and Hilton Hotels Corporation. He served as a board member at the American Hotel Lodging Association, Intercontinental Hotels Group Owners’ Association, and the Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association. Brian currently serves on the United States Travel and Tourism Board and the American Hotel Lodging Association Foundation. He led the development of the upscale segment strategy for IHG in the Caribbean and has experience in international strategic planning. His areas of expertise include hospitality, real estate, finance, acquisitions, and hotel operations. Brian brings these talents to Sonesta as he oversees the development effort for the company. |
Jason Reader |
Jason Reader serves as the COO at Remington Hospitality, bringing over 25 years of experience in hospitality leadership. After joining Remington in 2021 as SVP of Operations, he quickly ascended to EVP of Operations before taking on his current role. Jason leads all company operations in this capacity, focusing on driving operational excellence, implementing streamlined management systems, and expanding Remington’s footprint as a leading third-party management company. Before joining Remington, Jason was the COO at Magna Hospitality, leading operational strategy across the company’s portfolio. Before that, he spent 15 years at Pyramid Hotel Group, holding several leadership roles, including over four years as SVP of Operations. There, he managed a portfolio of more than 50 hotels, overseeing the lifestyle/independent division and a range of full- and select-service properties under top lodging brands across the U.S. With a deep understanding of third-party management and a proven track record of optimizing hotel operations, Jason continues to shape Remington’s strategic growth and reinforce its reputation as a premier hospitality management company. |
Hotel Investment Landscape: Current Dynamics and Emerging Opportunities
MODERATOR - Joey Masters |
Joey Masters is an exemplary business leader who is committed to guiding businesses toward growth and prosperity. His exceptional skill set, coupled with his fervor for enabling companies to flourish in a competitive business environment, are qualities that set him apart from his contemporaries. Currently, Joey is a Senior Partner and Hospitality Practice Leader at The Baldwin Group. Before joining the team at Baldwin, he spent four years as a consultant with Ernst & Young. This engagement presented him with unique opportunities to work alongside distinguished professionals and industry leaders across the public markets. Joey has an immense wealth of experience from his previous undertaking at EY, ensuring an incomparable advantage for clients. His unparalleled leadership, relentless pursuit of quality, and dedication to finding client-centered solutions have been instrumental in propelling his team’s success. A testament to his dedication and talent is the prestigious Risk & Insurance’s Hospitality Power Broker Award he was honored with in 2023. |
Alex Mai |
Alex Mai is responsible for setting the strategy, planning, negotiating/executing hotel deals, and managing the growth and expansion of all brands for IHG Hotels & Resorts in Latin America and the Caribbean. He has more than 25 years of practical, hands-on experience with hotels, resorts, brand management, real estate, and operation. He has worked on hundreds of hotel assets, negotiations, and hotel performances across the U.S., Latin America, and the Caribbean. Prior to joining IHG, Alex was the Head of Development and VP of Development for Latin America & Caribbean for Choice Hotels International and Radisson Hotels Group Americas, where he was responsible for the growth of all brands. Alex was also President & Founder of ALBA Hospitality from 2020-2022, where he was responsible for strategic asset positioning, management contract negotiations, and hotel real estate transactions. |
Bojan Kumer |
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Stephan Strenk |
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