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Michael Bedner

Chairman & CEO, Hirsch Bedner Associates

As Chairman and CEO of Hirsch Bedner Associates, Michael Bedner leads the largest, hospitality design firm in the world. In 1964, Mr. Bedner and his partner, Howard Hirsch, revolutionized hospitality design by creating a totally new professional discipline. Throughout his career, Mr. Bedner has expanded the discipline into a functional art form that continues to evolve. His vision and creative energy provide inspiration to the entire industry and his design influence can be seen in hundreds of the finest hotels throughout the world. Mr. Bedner's combination of traditional training and over 40 years of international hands-on experience have provided him with a singular understanding of the cultural, programmatic and financial aspects of a variety of projects. This understanding makes him uniquely qualified as a consultant for virtually every aspect of the hospitality business, from conceptual planning to budgeting and installation. Beyond directing twelve offices worldwide with a staff of over 450 professionals, Mr. Bedner has continued to create his own innovative, distinctive designs. Throughout his career, Michael Bedner has remained committed to the three principles on which he and Howard Hirsch based the business: to have fun, learn and grow from every experience and to produce the best design possible for each project.

Mr. Bedner can be contacted at 310-829-9087 or [email protected]