“Think about your relationships before you try to scale up. It’s really about those relationships before how big you are, and you have to build trust and protect your reputation so people know they can rely on you.”
-Trisha Poole
The People
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A Seat at the Table: Designing a Legacy: Trisha Poole on Building Design Poole and Shaping Hospitality
Apr 22, 2026
13 mins
Hillary Eggebrecht,Trisha Poole 
Growth doesn’t happen by chance—it’s built over time.
In this episode, Trisha Poole shares her journey from the early days of her career to founding and scaling Design Poole, Inc. into a globally recognized firm. From expanding across Florida and into Canada to shaping a distinct voice in hospitality design, she reflects on the decisions, challenges, and vision behind her success.
We also touch on her connection to NEWH and the broader impact of her work—offering insight into what it takes to build a lasting brand in hospitality.