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GTP Recognized as 2024 Supplier of the Year by General Motors

PHOENIX, April 8, 2025 – Today General Motors presented Grand Traverse Plastics Corporation (GTP), a leader in customized plastic injection molded components, with a 2024 Supplier of the Year Award at GM’s 33rd annual Supplier of the Year event in Phoenix, Arizona.

"Being recognized by General Motors for the fifth time as a Supplier of the Year is a true honor and a reflection of our team’s relentless commitment to innovation, quality, and performance,” said Bill Knable, GTP President & CEO. “This award highlights the strength of our solutions and validates the value of our ongoing investments in material science, automation, supply chain partnerships, and engineering excellence."

GM’s Supplier of the Year awards recognizes global suppliers for their execution across key categories like safety, innovation and resilience. A global cross-functional team makes award selections based not only on an organization’s performance across 2024, but also their alignment to GM’s core values and ambitious goals.

“For more than 30 years, General Motors has recognized the company’s top global suppliers at our annual event, spotlighting their innovation and resiliency through even the most challenging circumstances,” said Jeff Morrison, global chief procurement officer at GM. “Together, we’re helping bring advanced technology and the industry’s broadest portfolio of vehicles to market for GM customers.”

This year, 92 suppliers across 12 countries made GM’s 2024 Supplier of the Year list. For more information, visit news.gm.com.

Grand Traverse Plastics Corporation: GTP is a trusted leader in custom injection molding, specializing in advanced materials and sustainable solutions. With decades of experience serving industries such as automotive and industrial, GTP combines innovation and precision to deliver high-quality, reliable components. Our commitment to operational excellence, domestic supply chain strength, and a customer-focused approach allows us to meet today’s demands while driving future advancements. Privately held and headquartered in Northern Michigan, GTP takes pride in our dedication to teamwork, respect, and sustainability, ensuring we create value for our customers, profits for our stakeholders, and positively impact on our community. GTP is where local craftsmanship has a global impact. Learn more at gtpplastics.com.

General Motors (NYSE:GM) is driving the future of transportation, leveraging advanced technology to build safer, smarter, and lower emission cars, trucks, and SUVs. GM’s Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC brands offer a broad portfolio of innovative gasoline-powered vehicles and the industry’s widest range of EVs, as we move to an all-electric future. Learn more at GM.com.

GTP accepts '24 Supplier of the Year award from GM's Peter Layer

Fig 1: Tom White, GTP Vice President of Purchasing, and Roland Barger, GTP Senior Account Manager, accept the Supplier of the Year award from Peter Layer of General Motors

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WHY GTP

Technical Expertise and Innovation

GTP is renowned for its profound expertise in materials, manufacturing, and automation. With a deep understanding of materials suitable for demanding environments, we excel in implementing efficient, high-quality manufacturing processes. Our culture of innovation drives proactive problem-solving, continuous learning, adoption of new technologies, and robust collaboration, ensuring we remain at the forefront of our field.

Cost-Competitiveness and Continuous Improvement

Tier 1 and OEM companies operate in a competitive environment. GTP offers competitive pricing without compromising on quality. GTP is a proactive partner in suggesting alternative materials (even developing new materials), designs, or manufacturing processes that can help customers continuously improve their overall costs while maintaining performance. Tier 1 and OEM companies navigate a fiercely competitive landscape. At GTP, we provide competitive pricing and continuous improvement without sacrificing quality. We're not afraid of a challenge and actively collaborate with our partners, offering proactive suggestions on innovative designs, alternative materials, and even develop new materials.

Strong Supply Chain Management

GTP stands as a dependable supplier with a robust supply chain, ensuring uninterrupted access to raw materials and averting production disruptions. Our longstanding relationships with suppliers, spanning over two decades, reflect our commitment to reliability. We take pride in being their preferred customer, maintaining mutually beneficial partnerships built on trust and excellence.

Sustainability Practices

GTP recognizes that true prosperity goes together with environmental responsibility. Our commitment to sustainability goes beyond simply admiring the beauty around us. We actively integrate sustainable practices throughout our operations, from minimizing waste and conserving resources to implementing recycling and reuse programs.

Effective Communication and Collaboration

GTP knows that maintaining open communication channels with engineers, buyers, and management is essential. This includes timely updates on production schedules, potential issues, and any changes to materials or processes. GTP prides itself on timely responsiveness to customer inquiries and provides excellent customer service to build strong, long-term relationships.

With these qualities, GTP is a company that is not just a supplier but a valuable partner to Tier 1 and OEMs in the automotive and industrial industries.