Hannah Porter
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Onboarding Design Project Manager
Best Western Hotels
05.2023 - Current
- Managed project timelines, deliverables, documentation, and communication among owners, developers, architects, interior designers, and internal teams.
- Partnered with hotel ownership and project teams to address design challenges, clarify requirements, and maintain project momentum.
- Supported design onboarding for new-build, conversion, renovation, and property improvement projects across multiple hotel brands.
- Reviewed architectural and interior design submissions for brand-standard compliance and shared detailed feedback and recommendations.
- Tracked project progress and outstanding deliverables, identifying risks, delays, and compliance issues early.
- Served as design resource for hotel owners and project teams, balancing brand integrity, guest experience, functionality, and project feasibility.
Designer
Boyne Resorts
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Developed design and bid packages for Boyne Resorts nationwide properties including Big Sky Montana, Harbor Springs Highlands, and Boyne Mountain.
Designer and Procurement Manager
Hannah Brehm Interiors
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Managed design, purchasing, and installation for independent restaurants, new construction hotels, and property improvement plans, ensuring cohesive brand representation and client satisfaction.
- Consulted on the design and operations of boutique hotels, independent restaurants, property improvement plans, and luxury residential units throughout the state of Michigan.
- Facilitated communication between client, contractor, and manufacturer sales representatives to resolve product defects, ensuring timely project completion within budget constraints.
- Represented ownership during the custom brand approval process with Hilton, IHG, and Marriott.
- Negotiated contracts for furnishings, finishes, and equipment, optimizing value for clients and contractors while ensuring project alignment with budgetary guidelines.
Designer and Procurement Manager
Hannah Brehm Interiors
08.2017 - 03.2020
- Managed interior design purchasing and installation for two independent restaurants, two new construction hotels, and hotel renovations.
- Provided consulting on design and operations for boutique hotels, independent restaurants, property improvement plans, and high-end residential units across Michigan.
- Acted as liaison among client, contractor, and manufacturer sales representatives to address product defects and support timely, budget-conscious project completion.
- Represented ownership during the custom brand approval process with Hilton, IHG, and Marriott.
- Negotiated furnishing, finishes, and equipment contracts for clients and contractors.
Designer and FF+E Coordinator
Central Michigan Inns Inc
08.2016 - 01.2018
- Collaborated with ownership to design, quote, submit, track, and schedule interior design packages for full hotel renovation and new construction hotel, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Secured IHG's approval for implementation of the client's Great Lakes theme at Holiday Inn Express Okemos, enhancing guest experience and brand consistency.
- Best Western Okemos received Champion Best Renovation Award for 2019.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Michigan State University
05-2014
Skills
- FF&E procurement
- Hotel design standards
- Project schedule management
- Vendor coordination
- Brand compliance strategy
- Airtable, AutoCAD, Fohlio, Google SketchUp, Microsoft Office, Smartsheets, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign
- Task prioritization
- Creative mindset with attention to detail
- Active listening
- Team player and diligent independent
- Conflict resolution
- Goal-driven motivation
Timeline
Onboarding Design Project Manager
Best Western Hotels
05.2023 - Current
Designer
Boyne Resorts
10.2021 - 08.2022
Designer and Procurement Manager
Hannah Brehm Interiors
08.2017 - 03.2020
Designer and Procurement Manager
Hannah Brehm Interiors
08.2017 - 03.2020
Designer and FF+E Coordinator
Central Michigan Inns Inc
08.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Michigan State University