Amit Patel currently leads as a Business Line Manager for Corporate Spending Innovations, a financial technology company supporting the Hospitality, Property Management, and Travel industries.  Previously, Amit served as the Director of Procurement & Asset Management for The Witness Group, a hospitality company based in Columbus, Ohio.  During his 10-year tenure with Witness, he led teams responsible for asset management, systems management, corporate accounting, and strategic purchasing for a $250 million 34-hotel asset portfolio. Amit has worked for over 20 years with both commercial and hospitality management firms, with specific skills in operational efficiency, expense control strategies, and contract decisioning.  He is experienced in managing hotel brands within Marriott, Hilton, and IHG brands, and has advised on commercial, retail, and residential developments in the Midwest region. Amit attended The Ohio State University, enjoys being a local foodie explorer, and loves adventuring with friends and family.