The Sea Pines Resort Names Director of Facility Maintenance Matt Whitis to Executive Team

HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (February 12, 2026) — The Sea Pines Resort has added Matt Whitis, Director of Facility Maintenance, to the resort’s executive leadership team, a move that reflects both his immediate impact and the organization’s confidence in his long-term leadership.

Whitis joined The Sea Pines Resort four months ago and has distinguished himself through a service-driven approach to facilities operations. His promotion reflects his strong leadership and commitment to supporting the resort’s overall guest experience through operational excellence.

“Matt has brought clarity and a deep sense of accountability to every aspect of facilities operations in a remarkably short time,” commented Steve Birdwell, President of The Sea Pines Resort. “His ability to balance big-picture strategy with day-to-day execution has made an immediate and lasting impression.”

With decades of experience managing complex facilities and large-scale capital projects, Whitis has led multi-million-dollar renovations, overseen expansive physical plants, and directed large, multidisciplinary maintenance teams. His background includes Engineering Manager at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort, and more than two decades at Olivet Nazarene University with oversight of millions of square feet of facilities, significant operating and capital budgets, and projects that were delivered on time and on budget.

As a member of the executive leadership team, Whitis will continue to oversee facilities strategy and partner across departments to advance the resort’s long-term vision and commitment to excellence.

For more information on The Sea Pines Resort, visit www.seapines.com.