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Waterford Hotel Group Associates Receive Top Honors
From Connecticut Lodging Association
WATERFORD, CT (November 12, 2010) --- Six
Waterford
Hotel Group associates and managers were honored as "Stars of the
Industry" by the Connecticut Lodging Association during
their 106th Annual Meeting on November 1. Waterford Hotel Group, a national
hotel management firm, currently manages 16 Connecticut hotels, representing
nearly 2,500 rooms.
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caption:
(L-R) CLA Award winners John Fraher, Marriott Hartford Downtown; Anne
Christensen, Marriott Hartford Downtown; Lindsey Campo, Marriott Hartford
Downtown; Kristen Pikula, Residence Inn Southington; and Nadine Mullings
Gentles, Hilton Hartford with Waterford Hotel Group President Rob Winchester
and Courtyard Marriott Cromwell GM and former CLA President, Chuck Moran
"Stars of the Industry" Awards are presented to lodging employees that demonstrate exemplary professionalism and exceptional service. Additionally, General Manager Awards honor those who demonstrate professionalism in operating a CLA member property and have taken a leadership role in the industry through active participation in the association or community, and industry programs. Six Waterford Hotel Group associates and managers were honored, as follows: Employee of the Year Awards Outstanding Front Desk Associate of the Year Nadine Mullings Gentles, Hilton Hartford Outstanding Housekeeping Associate of the Year Xiomara Rosario, Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa Outstanding Food & Beverage Associate of the Year Lindsay Campo, Marriott Hartford Downtown Manager of the Year Awards Outstanding Manager of the Year Anne Christensen, Marriott Hartford Downtown Outstanding General Manager of the Year (150 Rooms or Less) Kristen Pikula, Residence Inn Southington Outstanding General Manager of the Year (150 Rooms or More) John Fraher, Marriott Hartford Downtown "To be honored as 'Stars of the Industry' is a fantastic achievement," commented Rob Winchester, President and COO of Waterford Hotel Group. "These individuals have worked very hard to earn these recognitions, and should be proud of their success." About the Connecticut Lodging Association The Connecticut Lodging Association serves as an advocate for the 2.7 billion dollar lodging industry in Connecticut. It is a complete resource to Connecticut hoteliers, providing them with educational and networking opportunities while representing their interests in the legislative and regulatory arenas. For more information, visit www.ctlodging.org. About Waterford Hotel Group Waterford Hotel Group, Inc., with headquarters in Waterford, CT, currently manages 25 properties in eight states, representing more than 3,500 rooms. Waterford Hotel Group 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. |
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Lisa Beers
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