FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
For Information, contact:
Lisa Beers
Waterford Hotel Group, Inc.
(860) 701-9621
lbeers@waterfordgroup.net
PAGNANO NAMED AS GENERAL MANAGER
FOR RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT IN MYSTIC, CT
MYSTIC, CT (October 11, 2007) --- Waterford Hotel Group recently
announced the appointment of Kevin Pagnano as general manager of the
Residence Inn by Marriott in Mystic, CT. The property is professionally
managed by Waterford Hotel Group, Inc., a national hotel management firm
currently operating 26 properties.
As general manager Pagnano will oversee all operational, sales and
administrative aspects of the hotel. He has many years experience with
Marriott International, including general manager positions at both the
Residence Inn by Marriott at Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, FL, and the Park
Avenue Courtyard by Marriott in Memphis, TN. His experience with Marriott
also includes experience as operations manager of the Windy Hill Courtyard
by Marriott in Atlanta, GA. and as both catering sales manager and
housekeeping manager at the Washington Marriott in Washington, DC. Pagnano
comes to Waterford most recently from AMI Contract Foodservice in Madison,
CT, where he served as sales manager.
“Kevin brings a wealth of hospitality knowledge to his position at the
Residence Inn,” said Terry Bickhardt, President of Operations and Marketing
for Waterford Hotel Group. “We are excited to welcome him to our team and
are certain he will excel at this property,” added Bickhardt.
Pagnano is a graduate of Southern Maine Community College, where he earned a
degree in Hotel Motel & Restaurant Management. He is a native of Union, ME.
About Residence Inn by Marriott Mystic
The 128-room Residence Inn by Marriott is the perfect destination for both
corporate and leisure travelers. In-room amenities include complimentary
high-speed Internet access, remote-controlled TV with cable and premium
movie channels, air conditioning, coffee makers, irons and ironing boards,
and in-room hair dyers. The hotel makes every guest feel at home by offering
a kitchen in every guestroom and suite, providing a dishwasher, microwave
oven, toaster oven, pots, pans, and serving dishes, refrigerator with ice
maker, stove, and a table with chairs. Other hotel features include an
indoor pool, whirlpool spa, exercise room and outdoor sports court. Located
off interstate 95, the Residence Inn is located within minutes of both the
Mystic Seaport, Aquarium and Mystic Village, as well as area casinos.
About Waterford Hotel Group
Waterford Hotel Group, Inc., with headquarters in Waterford, CT, currently
manages 26 properties in 8 states. 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.waterfordgroup.net.
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