Lionel Sussman

Lionel Sussman has over (20) years of experience in architectural and interior design. He currently leads the development of Interior Design & Architecture Brand Strategies in the Global Design team at Marriott International. Before joining Marriott, Lionel spent several years at Starbucks leading the design team in creating a new and innovative retail design strategy that allowed designers to create locally relevant stores in every part of the world. He also led the development of new brand initiatives including Evolution Fresh and Tazo. In his previous role as a partner at SHULMAN + ASSOCIATES, Lionel created an interior design department from the ground up and delivered world class design for several Hospitality Brand projects. Lionel developed branded enviroments for many world class brands including Marriott, Starbucks, BMW, Kimpton Hotels and others. He grew up in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Influenced by his family travels around the world at an early age, he developed a global perspective and appreciation for cultural influences. While working as an intern in a boutique architectural firm, he studied Architecture at the University of Buenos Aires and then moved to the US, where he continues shaping his career. His work has been showcased in many publications including INTERIOR DESIGN, ARCHITECTURAL RECORD, HOSPITALITY DESIGN, VMSD and others. He has won numerous design awards as well.