Bill Gant

It is with profound sadness that Concord Hospitality mourns the passing of Bill Gant, who passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at the age of fifty-eight.

Bill Gant joined Concord in 2002. As a 22-year veteran of the company, he was known as a respected leader and a cherished friend of many Concord Hospitality associates. Bill rose to the position of Regional Vice President, where. His dedication, expertise, and work ethic earned him accolades throughout his career. Notably, Bill was the opening General Manager of the award-winning Renaissance Raleigh North Hills, where he received numerous honors, including Concord Hospitality Hotel of the Year in 2009 and 2010, Full-Service Hotel of the Year from Marriott International in 2010, and the prestigious AAA Four Diamond award in 2011.

Bill’s commitment to his community was evident in his service on various boards and organizations, including the Executive Board of Directors for the Greater Raleigh Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Board of Advisors for the North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association lodging issues council, the Board of Advisors for the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce, the Wake County Hospitality Alliance, and the Raleigh Midtown Alliance.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Bill was a man of integrity and loyalty. His family, especially his daughters, were the center of his world. He was known for his selflessness, his unwavering support of those around him, and a sense of humor that brought laughter to everyone he met.

Born on February 6, 1966, in Waukegan, IL, Bill was the beloved son of Mark Kenneth Gant and the late Cheryl Brown Gant. He is survived by his wife, Amy Gant, and his two daughters, Alyxandra Gant and Jessica Gant, who were the lights of his life. He also leaves behind his father, Mark K. Gant; his twin sister, Nancy Gant Gimble; his brother, Mark William Gant; his brother-in-law, Jack Gimble; his brother-in-law, Mark T. Laport; and his parents-in-law, Vicki and Mark Laport.

Bill’s unforgettable smile, generosity of spirit, and presence will be deeply missed. He will be remembered for his legacy of kindness and unwavering support for the people he worked with. His dedication to upholding the core values that define Concord Hospitality will live on in the hearts of his friends and colleagues forever.