The ITM Team

ITM is dedicated to successful client relationships.

ITM’s Executive Team of hospitality industry professionals has extensive experience in sales, marketing and strategic media planning and buying. Their experience includes working worldwide including luxury, lifestyle, and small chain properties.

Debbie Durso, Vice President, Media Director

Debbie Durso combines an extensive background of advertising agency and barter industry experience. She is responsible for managing the Media Department, nurturing client relationships, and developing new trade relationships with all media. Debbie is dedicated to maintaining a high level of service with ITM’s long-standing media partners and clients.

Michelle Walsh, Associate Media Director

Michelle Walsh is an experienced media planner and buyer who customizes inspired campaigns utilizing print, digital, broadcast and out-of-home advertising. A key force in ITM’s exclusive team of media strategists, Michelle manages all aspects of planning, negotiation, premium positioning and added-value. Her great attention to detail and transparency yield enthusiastic relationships among clients and media companies alike, and her commitment to optimize every media budget — whether cash, trade or both — earn ITM a track record of tremendous client loyalty.

Beth Searls, Vice President of Sales

Prior to joining ITM, Beth Searls, a seasoned marketing executive, served as a Director of Marketing for Ian Schrager Hotels in New York and has over 10 years of experience in sales and marketing management positions with Omni Hotels. Ms. Searls remains very active in the hotel industry and is a member of HSMAI, AH&MA, NYC & Co. and ATME.