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Dane Patunoff

Dane Patunoff

Senior Vice President of DevelopmentKHP Capital Partners

As SVP of Development for KHP Capital Partners, Dane takes the lead on all aspects of a hotel development or repositioning project, managing a team of internal and external project managers and consultants from acquisition to opening.  For the past twenty years Dane has worked as an Owner or Owner's Rep for renovation and new construction projects that included luxury hotels and resorts, boutique and lifestyle properties, and historic adaptive reuse projects.  Dane’s extensive hospitality experience has given him a unique understanding of the complexities of hotel renovations and development projects.  Prior to his experience with KHP, Dane completed hospitality projects for Kimpton, Marriott, Hilton, Ritz-Carlton, Mandarin Oriental, and other independent hotels. Dane holds a Master’s of Science degree in Construction Management from Colorado State University, and a Bachelors of Science in Interdisciplinary Engineering & Management from Clarkson University.  Dane has been a LEED Accredited Professional since 2007 and holds specialty designation for the Building Design & Construction rating system.  In 2017, Dane earned a certificate in Hotel Investments from Cornell University.

Wed May 06•9:15 AM – 11:00 AM•South 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

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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

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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

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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.

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RoundtableSession TypeSpecial EventsSession Track
Kelly McFadden
Aaron Anderson
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
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Kelly McFadden
Kelly McFaddenDirector of Development and Design, Left Lane Development
Aaron Anderson
Aaron AndersonFounder, Owner & Contributor, The 26 Co
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
Kelly McFadden
Kelly McFaddenDirector of Development and Design, Left Lane Development
Aaron Anderson
Aaron AndersonFounder, Owner & Contributor, The 26 Co
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
Tags:Ticketed Event
Allow Registration:Yes
Capacity Unlimited:No
Tue May 05•3:45 PM – 4:30 PM•The Grand Hotel - Booth #4975

Local Meets Luxury: Designing Authentic Experiences that Resonate

Today’s travelers crave meaningful connections to the places they visit and the cultures they encounter. This session explores how hospitality designe

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Today’s travelers crave meaningful connections to the places they visit and the cultures they encounter. This session explores how hospitality designers can strike a balance between luxury and authenticity by weaving regional character, artisan partn

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Today’s travelers crave meaningful connections to the places they visit and the cultures they encounter. This session explores how hospitality designers can strike a balance between luxury and authenticity by weaving regional character, artisan partnerships, and site-specific design elements into elevated guest experiences. Attendees will learn why research and collaboration are essential for local integration, how to steer clear of clichés and c

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Today’s travelers crave meaningful connections to the places they visit and the cultures they encounter. This session explores how hospitality designers can strike a balance between luxury and authenticity by weaving regional character, artisan partnerships, and site-specific design elements into elevated guest experiences. Attendees will learn why research and collaboration are essential for local integration, how to steer clear of clichés and cultural missteps, and practical strategies for designing with community and context at the forefront.

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SessionSession TypeGrand HotelSession Track
Chelsea Hershelman
Bashar Wali
Dane Patunoff
Chelsea Hershelman
Chelsea HershelmanVice President Design & Development, CoralTree
Bashar Wali
Bashar WaliFounder & CEO, This Assembly
Dane Patunoff
Dane PatunoffSenior Vice President of Development, KHP Capital Partners
Chelsea Hershelman
Chelsea HershelmanVice President Design & Development, CoralTree
Bashar Wali
Bashar WaliFounder & CEO, This Assembly
Dane Patunoff
Dane PatunoffSenior Vice President of Development, KHP Capital Partners
Allow Registration:No
Capacity Unlimited:Yes