Larry Bryant

About Larry Bryant

I’m a hospitality sales and marketing leader with a passion for building high-performing teams and shaping brands that people genuinely want to experience.My career has been rooted in boutique, luxury, and lifestyle hotels, where I’ve led openings, repositioned properties, and brought renewed energy to hotels following multi-million dollar renovations. I’m especially drawn to design-forward, culturally relevant spaces, where marketing goes beyond campaigns and shows up in every detail of the guest journey.I operate at the intersection of sales and marketing, translating on-property experiences into demand, driving revenue across key segments, and building strategic partnerships that extend far beyond the transaction. My approach is both creative and commercial, balancing brand storytelling with disciplined execution and performance.At the core of my leadership style is team development. I’m deeply invested in mentoring talent, creating accountability, and fostering a culture where people feel empowered to perform at their highest level. I believe the strongest results come from teams that are not only aligned, but inspired.I’ve had the opportunity to bring concepts to life, from launching new venues to elevating F&B into destination experiences, while strengthening market positioning and long-term growth.I care about creating momentum, for the business, for the brand, and for the people behind it.

Experience

1. Director of Sales & Marketing

   Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants

   Jul 2025 — Present · West Hollywood, CA, US

   Kimpton La PeerStrategic Sales Leader responsible for driving multi-segment revenue performance while building and mentoring a high-performing sales team. Overseeing the Group, Banquets, Catering, Marketing and Events, with a focus on pipeline development, conversion, and long-term account growth.Lead with a people-first approach, developing talent through coaching, accountability, and performance management to consistently exceed revenue goals and elevate client experience.Key accomplishments:• Successfully restructured sales deployment to develop a robust group pipeline • Positioned Ladyhawk by Top Chef Winner Charbel Hayek as a premier dining destination• Strengthened corporate and consortia mix through strategic prospecting and relationship development

Education

• Michigan State University

  Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Hotel/Motel Administration/Management

Skills

• Preventive Maintenance
• Leadership
• Microsoft Word
• Hotel Management
• Management
• Hospitality
• Microsoft Excel
• Telemarketing
• Microsoft Office
• Sales
• Phone Etiquette
• SEO
• Guest Service Management
• Social Networking
• Event Planning
• Microsoft Publisher
• Customer Service
• Time Management
• Hospitality Management
• Hotels
• Event Management
• Project Coordination
• Hospitality Industry
• Fundraising
• Public Relations
• Social Media
• Marketing