Len Wolman is the Chairman and CEO of Waterford Group, LLC, a group of companies and partnerships specializing in the development, ownership and management of hotel, venue, and gaming projects. With more than 25 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Mr. Wolman has been involved in developing and operating projects totaling more than $2 billion. He has held his current position at Waterford Group for 19 years. Wolman holds a National Diploma in Hotel Management from the Hotel School of Technikon Witwatersrand in South Africa and is a certified hotel administrator.
Mark Wolman, director of Waterford Group, also serves as president of Wolman Construction. Wolman has more than 20 years of experience in land development, residential and commercial construction, and asset management. He has worked with his brother, Len, in developing and supervising projects totaling over $2 billion. Under his leadership, Wolman Construction has earned several state-wide and national awards. Wolman was honored as Connecticut’s Builder of the Year in 1994, and in 1997/98 served as president of the State of Connecticut’s Home Builder’s Association. Today, Wolman continues to serve as president of the state and local levels. He holds a Masters Degree in Business Administration from the University of Pretoria in South Africa.
Alan Angel became Chief Financial Officer of Waterford Group in January 1999. Since 1997, Mr. Angel has been the Chief Financial Officer of Mystic Suites, LLC. Mystic Suites, LLC is a commercial development firm based in eastern Connecticut, which currently holds an ownership interest in a number o hotels managed by the Waterford Hotel Group, Inc. Prior to joining Mystic Suites, LLC, Mr. Angel resided in South Africa and served as Chief Financial Officer of Rowan and Angel cc. Mr. Angel is Certified Public Accountant and a Chartered Accountant, and has more than 25 years of accounting experience. Angel holds an accounting degree from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa.
Robert Winchester President & COO, Business Development
Waterford Hotel Group
Robert Winchester is responsible for all business development and asset management functions for the organization. Previously, Winchester served as Chief Financial Officer and was in charge of the development and implementation of all financial controls of Waterford Hotel Group, as well as several of its related entities. Winchester has more than 30 years of professional experience in the hospitality industry, including an extensive background in finance, acquisition, and disposition. Winchester holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Connecticut.
Terrence Bickhardt President & COO, Operations & Marketing Waterford Hotel Group
Terrence Bickhardt is responsible for all of the activities associated with the on-going operations of both the Waterford Hotel Group and Waterford Venue Service portfolios. Under his direction, Waterford Hotel Group-managed properties have consistently achieved superior market share and Rev PAR yields. Since joining the organization in 1987, Bickhardt has served in various positions, including General Manager, Controller, and Director of Sales and Marketing. Mr. Bickhardt has a Bachelor of Science degree from West Virginia University and a Food and Beverage Certificate from the Ecole Hoteliere de Lausanne in Switzerland.
Lisa Beers Vice President, Corporate Public Relations
Lisa Beers focuses on the promotion of the organization as a whole. Beers has built strategic relationships with various media to position Waterford Group and its subsidiaries with a positive image. Since joining the company in 1987. Beers has worked in various capacities and functions, giving her a global understanding of the company’s goals and objectives. Beers holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix, and is a member of the Public Relations Society of America.
Judy Moran focuses on employee and labor relations, executive recruitment, compensation and benefit design, performance management, and organizational strategic goals. Previously, Moran held several positions in hotel operations, including Assistant Front Office Manager and Executive Housekeeper at such chains as Hyatt, Meridien, and Sonesta as well as independently operated hotels. Moran holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Emory University in Atlanta, GA.
David Rebich Vice President, Finance Waterford Hotel Group
David Rebich develops, implements and maintains financial controls and standardizes policies that reduce costs and streamline financial communications for Waterford Hotel Group and each hotel property that it manages. He also develops and manages operating and capital budgets. Rebich has more than 20 years of financial and accounting experience, including work with such companies as Servico Hotels, Carnival Hotels, and Wyndham International. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh.
