Rachael Leson

As a Senior Interior Designer at NELSON Worldwide, Rachael helps lead the design team within the Hospitality Studio, with her extensive hotel design experience, working for major brands including Hilton, Marriott and Hyatt, on a wide range of Full Service and Limited Service projects. As a graduate of the University of Cincinnati’s School of Architecture and Interior Design within DAAP, Rachael focuses on a holistic approach to design including: brand strategy, image strategy, planning, conceptualization, design execution and comprehensive documentation. Rachael is a client-focused project leader externally, with a passion for mentoring young designers internally. Most recently, playing a key role in a Hampton-sponsored brand design study with students from UC DAAP. Rachael has spoken at Brandemonium and has been published in multiple industry-leading publications including Interiors & Sources and Boutique Design Magazine.