I am thrilled to be currently serving as the Membership Chair for the brand new NEWH Austin Region! I can’t wait to see the great things we can do in central Texas!

Anjuli “Juli” Patel is a senior-level hospitality executive with over 20 years of experience in interior design, FF&E manufacturing, financing, procurement, and project management. She has a proven track record of guiding multimillion-dollar hotel renovation and new construction projects for global brands including Marriott, Hilton, IHG, Hyatt, and Best Western, as well as boutique and independent properties. As the Director of PIP Works and Business Development Manager at RK Hospitality Design, Juli has combined her expertise in project financing, brand compliance, and vendor sourcing to create turnkey solutions for owners and developers nationwide. Her leadership spans strategic growth planning, revenue generation, and client partnerships, consistently aligning business objectives with creative, cost-efficient solutions that elevate guest experience and asset value. With deep knowledge of the hospitality supply chain, capital project financing, and owner representation, Juli brings strong governance, risk management, and strategic development skills to the boardroom. Her experience leading cross-functional teams, negotiating vendor contracts, and building industry partnerships positions her to contribute meaningfully to boards focused on growth, operational efficiency, and customer experience innovation.