Mark Yale Harris (born 1936) is an American sculptor, and a former businessperson. He is working primarily in stone and bronze for his art. Beginning his professional life in the business sector, in 1972 Harris co-founded and was executive vice president of Red Roof Inns.[1] In 1991, he founded AmeriSuites Hotels, where he served as CEO.[2][3] He lives and works in the Roaring Fork Valley region of Colorado.[4]