Lisa Beers
Waterford Hotel Group
(860) 442-4559
lbeers@waterfordgroup.net

ROBERT SIGHINOLFI NAMED GENERAL MANAGER OF HILTON HARTFORD

HARTFORD, CT (November 14, 2005) – Waterford Hotel Group has announced the appointment of Robert Sighinolfi as general manager of the Hilton Hartford, a state-of-the art, $33 million luxury hotel featuring 392 guestrooms, approximately 15,000 square feet of meeting space, and Morty & Ming’s, a unique, full-service combination Chinese and New York Deli restaurant. In his new role, Sighinolfi will oversee all operational aspects of the facility, manage all full-time and part-time staff, and will be responsible for revenue and profitability, as well as customer, associate and owner satisfaction.

Mr. Sighinolfi has an extensive hospitality industry background that spans more than thirty years. He joins the Hilton Hartford from the 305-room Hilton Long Island/Huntington, where he served as general manager since February 2003 and oversaw a $5 million renovation. Prior to that, Sighinolfi was the general manager of the Holiday Inn MacArthur Airport, Holiday Inn – Providence Downtown, and the Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza, where he played an integral role in the business plan development, opening and management of this four-star property.
“We are pleased to welcome Bob as general manager of the newly transformed Hilton Hartford,” commented Len Wolman, chairman and CEO of Waterford Hotel Group. “Bob’s extensive background in the hospitality industry and proven track record of successful hotel management will continue to enhance the growing outstanding service reputation of this property.”

Mr. Sighinolfi, a Certified Hotel Administrator, attended Westfield State College in Westfield, Mass. and earned a degree from the Culinary Institute of America. He has served on the Board of Directors of the New York State Hospitality & Tourism Association, the Long Island Convention & Visitors Bureau, Action Long Island, and is affiliated with various local charitable organizations.

About Waterford Hotel Group
Waterford Hotel Group is a national hotel management firm with 30 properties under contract in ten states. With corporate offices in Waterford, CT, Waterford Hotel Group is one of the most successful management companies in the hospitality industry. The company’s nationwide roster of properties consistently achieves exceptional market share and returns well above industry averages. This outstanding track record is based on strategic growth, intimate knowledge of industry trends, and providing value for customers and investors. For further information, contact Waterford Hotel Group, Inc., 914 Hartford Turnpike, P.O. Box 715, Waterford, CT 06385; telephone 860-442-4559, fax 860-437-7752, or visit the company's website at www.waterfordgroup.net.