STUART, FL (November 5, 2012) --- Michelle Duquette has been named Director of Sales for the Courtyard by Marriott located in Stuart, FL. The 120-room Marriott Courtyard is managed by Waterford Hotel Group, a national hotel and convention center management firm.

As Director of Sales, Duquette will be responsible for the total sales efforts at the hotel, including developing and maintaining new accounts, supervising sales related personnel, and implementing sales and marketing strategies so as to maximize profits of the hotel while maintaining guest satisfaction.

With nearly a decade of sales experience, Duquette joins the Marriott Courtyard Stuart team from her most recent position as Area Account Executive for Marriott International, where she covered the Hartford-Springfield market in Connecticut. Previously, she served as Senior Sales Manager for the Rocky Hill Marriott in CT and Market Account Executive for the Peabody Marriott, Springhill Suites, and Courtyard Marriott all in Peabody, MA.

“I am confident that Michelle’s friendly personality, professionalism and previous Marriott experience will make her an excellent addition to the Courtyard Stuart team,” commented Jacque Lewis, General Manager for the hotel.  “We welcome her and wish her great success,” added Lewis.

Duquette currently resides in Jensen Beach, FL.

About Courtyard by Marriott Stuart
The four-story, 120-room Courtyard by Marriott Stuart is located at 7615 SW Lost River Road and represents the next phase of the nearly 18-acre 95 Riverside planned unit development on Florida’s Treasure Coast. Just six miles from downtown Stuart and 12 miles from area beaches, the hotel offers guests convenient access to the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center, the Elliott Museum, Lyrick Theatre and the House of Refuge Museum. It is also the first Courtyard in the area to feature the “refreshing business” makeover, including a new lobby and room design. The hotel features 630 square feet of meeting space, high-speed wireless internet access, an outdoor swimming pool with whirlpool spa, fitness center, guest laundry, business center, the Bistro restaurant, and a full-service Starbucks on-site.

About Waterford Hotel Group
Waterford Hotel Group is one of the nation's leading hotel and convention center management companies. The company operates 33 properties in 9 states, representing nearly 4,000 total rooms.  The collective expertise of the team and track record of success has earned Waterford the distinction as an approved operator for the leading hotel brands. Whether the involvement begins at conception or during operation, Waterford Hotel Group strives for successful performance and profitability of each managed property, while maintaining the highest standards of quality, service, and cleanliness.  For more information, visit www.waterfordhotelgroup.com.