Matthew Bryant began as the new Grand Traverse Resort & Spa general manager on May 13. Bryant succeeds Tim Norman, who left late last year. 

Bryant has worked in hotels and resorts for nearly 30 years. Most recently, he consulted on the opening of the Margaritaville Resort in Gatlinburg, where he led the hotel management team and oversaw the development of business and marketing plans. He has also been a general manager for Radisson, Six Flags, and Marriott properties.

Bryant originally hails from Flint and graduated from Eastern Michigan University with degrees in Marketing and Travel & Tourism.

He has also worked at the Timberline Inn of Saugatuck, the Residence Inn Dearborn, and Mission Point Resort on Mackinac Island.

“I’ve always been a salesman for the state of Michigan,” says Bryant. “When I saw the opportunity to come back to the area, it felt like coming home. Grand Traverse Resort & Spa is an organization where I can pursue my passions for service, relationships, and community. I look forward to creating lasting memories for our guests.”