WATERFORD, CT (July 12, 2011) --- Waterford Hotel Group has named Howard Esquirol as Vice President, Accounting at its corporate offices in Waterford, CT.  Waterford Hotel Group professionally manages 27 properties in nine states, representing more than 3,600 hotel rooms nationwide, as well as the Connecticut Convention Center.

As Vice President of Accounting for Waterford Hotel Group, Esquirol is responsible for the financial, accounting, and information technology functions of Waterford Hotel Group and each of the properties that it manages. He develops, implements and maintains financial controls and standardized policies that reduce costs and streamline financial communications, as well as operating and capital budgets. Esquirol is a key financial link between Waterford Hotel Group, property ownership, managers, and accountants.

Esquirol joined Waterford Hotel Group in 2005 with more than 20 years of extensive experience in all aspects of hotel financial operations, strategic planning, and financial analysis.   Previously, he held key financial positions for Marriott, Hilton, Omni, Wyndham and Sofitel branded hotels throughout the United States and Caribbean.   He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Catawba College in Salisbury, North Carolina.

“I’d like to congratulate Howard on his promotion and wish him great success in his new position,” stated Rob Winchester, President of Waterford Hotel Group.

About Waterford Hotel Group
Waterford Hotel Group, Inc., with headquarters in Waterford, CT, has experience operating virtually every type of hotel property, including limited services properties, all-suite hotels, conference centers, and large full service and resort properties. The company's approach to hotel development and operations is hands-on, and features frequent site visits and constant communication with customers and partners. Additionally, Waterford Hotel Group offers centralized accounting, financial reporting, strategic marketing, human resources, and day-to-day operations management systems to increase market share and profitability at all properties. For more information, visit the company's website at www.waterfordhotelgroup.com.