MATTHEW KNOTH

CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Matt Knoth is the Creative Director of Forward Hospitality Group, where he has led the company's design vision and development strategy since its inception. With more than three decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Matt brings a unique combination of creative leadership, operational insight, and hands-on project management to every concept the company develops. His ability to balance innovation with practicality has

been instrumental in shaping the group's portfolio and long-term growth strategy. Since beginning his career in Cleveland, Ohio, in 1995, Matt has built extensive experience across multiple facets of hospitality development. Starting in graphic design, he expanded his expertise into restaurant and entertainment venue planning, construction coordination, and project management. His approach centers on creating distinctive, budget-conscious concepts that are both operationally efficient and adaptable across diverse markets. By combining thoughtful design with a strong understanding of execution and cost management, Matt consistently delivers hospitality experiences thatare memorable, scalable, and built for long-term success.