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Aaron Anderson

Aaron Anderson

Founder, Owner & ContributorThe 26 Co

Aaron Anderson founded The 26 Co in 2020 and leads its day-to-day operations, strategy, business development, and project management. Since inception, the firm has managed over $200 million in capital projects. Prior to launching The 26 Co, Aaron worked with publicly traded companies overseeing more than $2.2 billion in assets. His construction background has enabled him to manage projects across the United States and Puerto Rico.
Aaron serves on the Hospitality Diversity Action Council, BDNY Advisory Board, and Hospitality Design Advisory Board. His experience spans both on-site and off-site roles, including project management oversight and superintendent work with First Finish Construction. He has delivered projects for Fortune 500 clients such as Starbucks, Wells Fargo, Cracker Barrel, Walgreens, and Walmart. Before entering construction, Aaron was a firefighter and certified Emergency First Responder. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Construction Management from Westwood College and has studied Hotel Real Estate Investments and Asset Management.

Mon May 0410:40 AM – 11:45 AMSouth Pacific EF

HD University: Module 2: Flooring

HD University (Pre-Con)Session Track
Alisa Chodos
Justine Cali
Aaron Anderson
Tracy Lambeth
Alisa Chodos
Alisa ChodosManaging Principal, KNA Design
Justine Cali
Justine CaliSenior Design Manager, Sonesta
Aaron Anderson
Aaron AndersonFounder, Owner & Contributor, The 26 Co
Tracy Lambeth
Tracy LambethVice President, Sales, Mohawk Group | Durkan
Alisa Chodos
Alisa ChodosManaging Principal, KNA Design
Justine Cali
Justine CaliSenior Design Manager, Sonesta
Aaron Anderson
Aaron AndersonFounder, Owner & Contributor, The 26 Co
Tracy Lambeth
Tracy LambethVice President, Sales, Mohawk Group | Durkan
Allow Registration:No
Capacity Unlimited:Yes
Wed May 069:15 AM – 11:00 AMSouth Pacific EF

HD | ISHP Owners Roundtable

Presented by Hospitality Design and the International Society of Hospitality Purchasers (ISHP), this session invites attendees to engage in a fast-pac…Presented by Hospitality Design and the International Society of Hospitality Purchasers (ISHP), this session invites attendees to engage in a fast-paced, AMA format with leading owners, developers, and brand executives. Every 10 to 12 minutes, you’ll…Presented by Hospitality Design and the International Society of Hospitality Purchasers (ISHP), this session invites attendees to engage in a fast-paced, AMA format with leading owners, developers, and brand executives. Every 10 to 12 minutes, you’ll rotate tables, joining new intimate, small-group conversations that deliver unfiltered access to the decision-makers shaping hospitality’s future. Ask questions, share ideas, and make meaningful conn…Presented by Hospitality Design and the International Society of Hospitality Purchasers (ISHP), this session invites attendees to engage in a fast-paced, AMA format with leading owners, developers, and brand executives. Every 10 to 12 minutes, you’ll rotate tables, joining new intimate, small-group conversations that deliver unfiltered access to the decision-makers shaping hospitality’s future. Ask questions, share ideas, and make meaningful connections that could ignite your next big opportunity.Show MoreClick the title to see all detailsShow More

RoundtableSession TypeSpecial EventsSession Track
Aaron Anderson
Kelly McFadden
Barry Sullivan
Ethan Gabany
Chelsea Hershelman
Vito Lotta, AIA, RID, LEED AP
Bashar Wali
Rafael Micha
Cori Tahara
Dane Patunoff
Randall Stone
Ellen Villars
Paul McElroy
Rebecca McBride
Lori Horvath
Victor Schmick
Brittney Hepler
Eric Okamoto
Kevin Yi
Cynthia Peller Hum
Krystel Sam
Jesse Heydorff
Aaron Anderson
Aaron AndersonFounder, Owner & Contributor, The 26 Co
Kelly McFadden
Kelly McFaddenDirector of Development and Design, Left Lane Development
Barry Sullivan
Barry SullivanSenior Director, Lifestyle, Hilton
Ethan Gabany
Ethan GabanyHead of Development, Weller Development Partners
Chelsea Hershelman
Chelsea HershelmanVice President Design & Development, CoralTree
Vito Lotta, AIA, RID, LEED AP
Vito Lotta, AIA, RID, LEED APFounder, LOTTA Strategic Hospitality
Bashar Wali
Bashar WaliFounder & CEO, This Assembly
Rafael Micha
Rafael MichaManaging Partner, Grupo Habita
Cori Tahara
Cori TaharaVice President, Real Estate & Development, MINA Group
Dane Patunoff
Dane PatunoffSenior Vice President of Development, KHP Capital Partners
Randall Stone
Randall StoneCo-Owner, Three Ducks Hospitality
Ellen Villars
Ellen VillarsVice President - Sourcing & Procurement Capital Projects, MGM Resorts Design & Development
Paul McElroy
Paul McElroyExecutive Vice President, Design & Construction, LUCID Design and Construction (Highgate)
Rebecca McBride
Rebecca McBrideDirector of Design, IHG, Luxury and Lifestyle Americas
Lori Horvath
Lori HorvathManaging Director, JLL - PDS Hotels & Hospitality
Victor Schmick
Victor SchmickCreative Director, Design and Construction, Davidson Hospitality
Brittney Hepler
Brittney HeplerHead of Design & Product Strategy, Choice Hotels International
Eric Okamoto
Eric OkamotoVice President of Design & Construction, Monarch Alternative Capital
Kevin Yi
Kevin YiSenior Director, Design & Development, TAO Group Hospitality
Cynthia Peller Hum
Cynthia Peller HumProject Manager, Crescent Heights
Krystel Sam
Krystel SamSenior Design Manager, Hilton
Jesse Heydorff
Jesse HeydorffSenior Regional Director of Development, BWH Hotels
Aaron Anderson
Aaron AndersonFounder, Owner & Contributor, The 26 Co
Kelly McFadden
Kelly McFaddenDirector of Development and Design, Left Lane Development
Barry Sullivan
Barry SullivanSenior Director, Lifestyle, Hilton
Ethan Gabany
Ethan GabanyHead of Development, Weller Development Partners
Chelsea Hershelman
Chelsea HershelmanVice President Design & Development, CoralTree
Vito Lotta, AIA, RID, LEED AP
Vito Lotta, AIA, RID, LEED APFounder, LOTTA Strategic Hospitality
Bashar Wali
Bashar WaliFounder & CEO, This Assembly
Rafael Micha
Rafael MichaManaging Partner, Grupo Habita
Cori Tahara
Cori TaharaVice President, Real Estate & Development, MINA Group
Dane Patunoff
Dane PatunoffSenior Vice President of Development, KHP Capital Partners
Randall Stone
Randall StoneCo-Owner, Three Ducks Hospitality
Ellen Villars
Ellen VillarsVice President - Sourcing & Procurement Capital Projects, MGM Resorts Design & Development
Paul McElroy
Paul McElroyExecutive Vice President, Design & Construction, LUCID Design and Construction (Highgate)
Rebecca McBride
Rebecca McBrideDirector of Design, IHG, Luxury and Lifestyle Americas
Lori Horvath
Lori HorvathManaging Director, JLL - PDS Hotels & Hospitality
Victor Schmick
Victor SchmickCreative Director, Design and Construction, Davidson Hospitality
Brittney Hepler
Brittney HeplerHead of Design & Product Strategy, Choice Hotels International
Eric Okamoto
Eric OkamotoVice President of Design & Construction, Monarch Alternative Capital
Kevin Yi
Kevin YiSenior Director, Design & Development, TAO Group Hospitality
Cynthia Peller Hum
Cynthia Peller HumProject Manager, Crescent Heights
Krystel Sam
Krystel SamSenior Design Manager, Hilton
Jesse Heydorff
Jesse HeydorffSenior Regional Director of Development, BWH Hotels
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Allow Registration:Yes
Capacity Unlimited:No