Meet Our Event Team

Originally from Richmond VA, Bryn came to NC in the fall of 1998 to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. After graduating with a B.A. in Communications & Journalism, Bryn spent the next four years in Sales and Marketing for sports radio. Bryn joined the team at The Umstead Hotel and Spa during its preopening phase, and it was there that she began her career in hospitality. For the past sixteen years, Bryn has worked throughout the hotel as Food and Beverage Manager, Senior Conference Services Manager, Senior Group Sales Manager and now as Director of Sales.  Bryn graduated in May 2022 with her Masters of Science, Sustainable Tourism & Hospitality Management from East Carolina University.  She and her husband live in Cary with their three children and three rescue dogs.

Raleigh native, Maddy is a proud pirate graduate from East Carolina University and received a B.S. in Hospitality Management in 2020. Through her passion for travel and new experiences, Maddy quickly found her niche in the luxury industry while studying sustainable tourism in Ireland. Maddy joined The Umstead team following graduation and has worked in countless departments including: Spa, Reservations, Sales and Catering Coordinator and Group Sales Manager. She was recently promoted to Senior Group Sales Manager. Outside of the office, you can often find Maddy spending time with friends and family, exploring local businesses, and enjoying sunny days on the golf course!

Originally from California, but Raleigh-raised, Tori graduated from Caldwell Community College with a degree in Hospitality Management. After graduation, Tori moved to Charlotte where she worked at a hotel as a Front Desk agent and later was promoted to the Sales Coordinator. After several years, she was ready to explore working at a larger and more high-end property.  At the start of 2024, Tori joined our team as the Sales and Catering Coordinator and now joins the management team as Conference Services Manager in February 2025. She loves being back in the Triangle and in her free time enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants and being active.

Originally from New Bern, NC, Kate graduated from Appalachian State University where she obtained her Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management. In 2018, Kate joined the Umstead as a member of the Front Office team and later was promoted to Guest Relations Coordinator. In her role as Conference Services Manager, she uses the skills she’s learned through her time here, along with her attention to detail, to plan and execute successful events. In her free time, Kate enjoys spending time with her husband, on the water, activities with family and friends, and exploring new local restaurants around the Triangle.

Madison began her career in hospitality industry at her parent’s business creating vacation memories for families in Panama City Beach, Florida. Madison found her home in North Carolina when she enrolled as a student athlete at Meredith College, where she obtained her B.S. in Hospitality and Tourism Management in 2021 as well as her Master of Business Administration in 2022. She began her time here with an internship in the Rooms division, gaining experience with the Front Desk and Housekeeping departments. After her internship, Madison joined our team full time as a Front Office Reception Agent before her move into Sales and Catering Coordinator in 2022 and Corporate Catering Sales Manager in 2023. She recently accepted her role as Social Catering Sales Manager. Outside of filling her spare time with True Crime podcasts, Madison finds joy in family time, exercising, reading with a good cup of coffee, or gathering with friends and great wine.

Originally from the Hudson Valley, NY,  Samantha graduated from The Culinary Institute of America with a B.S. in Hospitality Management. Throughout her college years and beyond, Samantha has continued working in the events industry, further growing her passion for creating memorable moments and lasting connections. 

Samantha joined The Umstead team in October 2025 after relocating to North Carolina, excited to transition into luxury hospitality. She began her journey with the hotel in Reservations before moving into her current role as Corporate Catering Sales Manager.

Samantha now calls Raleigh home and has loved exploring all the area has to offer. On her days off she enjoys spending time with loved ones, cooking, reading, and being outdoors.