• “Two Trout brought exceptional hospitality expertise to the Moxy project, and the results speak for themselves. Carl leads with empathy and a deep commitment to doing things well, which made him an outstanding partner throughout the process. This project was a true team effort, and it wouldn’t be what it is today without his leadership.”

    — Jeremy Hudson, CEO, Specialized Real Estate Group

  • “Carl is an exceptional talent. His creative vision for hospitality design elevated every resort project we tackled together. He demonstrated the ability to manage a large group of design consultants while guiding the direction of a highly complex property. His deep understanding of design guidelines at Hyatt, Four Seasons and other branded hotel groups makes him a huge asset to teams navigating intricate brand standards. Carl makes every project and every team better.”

    – Bo Leonard, Senior Vice President of Development, Cabo Del Sol

  • "Carl is one of those rare and unique individuals that can envision the outcome, has the knowledge to follow through with the details, and the skills and patience to manage to success. And on top of all that, he is a delightful and trustworthy person."

    – Marvin Doster;  LEED(c) AP, DBIA, Director, Design-Build Services

  • “Two Trout has been a fantastic addition to our team. They bring genuine dedication to everything they do and have made exceptional contributions that have had a real impact on our dual branded Hyatt project. What sets them apart isn’t just the quality of their output — it’s their values. Working with Two Trout has felt less like a consultant relationship and more like a true partnership built on trust and shared purpose.”

    — Rick Takach, Chairman, Vespa Hospitality

  • “I am consistently impressed by Carl's passion for quality design and innovation. He diagnoses problems and devises innovative solutions for a host of developmental issues, from aesthetic design and operational efficiency to facility efficacy and overall project viability, and always trying to balance the needs of the owners and the brands. He is one of the most talented architects I have worked with during my more than 40 years in the hospitality development business."

    – Pat McCudden; Founder, President, Deep Creek Partners, LLC

  • I have the pleasure and good fortune of working with Carl on Mount Sequoyah’s Board of Directors. When Carl commits to a project, he is intentional and leads with kindness. I am very appreciative of his expertise and what I’ve learned while serving with him.

    – Leah Spears-Blackmon, SVP Retail Operations & Business Development, First Security Bank

  • Carl is one of the best project managers I have ever worked with, and I've been in the business since 1983. I recommend him to new clients, not only to benefit them, but also in hopes of making my life easier. To say he's a pleasure to work with is an understatement.

    – Doris Clark, Owner DV8 Design Group