WATERFORD HOTEL GROUP, INC.
WATERFORD, CT

Waterford is 30 years strong, and getting better with each passing day. We are hotel developers, owners, and operators, and we are preparing for the future, for the next 30 years and beyond. As the hotel industry evolves and emerges from a period of economic deceleration, we are prepared for the upturn in the industry and for the increase in demand. Our capital partner relationships are some of the best in the business. Our relationships with franchise companies are second to none. We have strengthened our senior management team in every area of discipline, and we are poised for our next level of growth. We have improved our internal procedures so that we can achieve the best levels of operational performance. We will continue to look for the best opportunities, from major mixed use projects that are hospitality-centric, to brand developments and conversions, to small independent and boutique properties. We are prepared to work in your desired segment, and prepared to offer you the best overall value as a partner, operator, or developer. Over the past 30 years, Waterford Hotel Group has compiled a group of passionate people who have mastered their area of the industry. Our more than 250 years of combined experience in our specialties mesh perfectly together to create the award winning hotel group we’re proud to call ours–Waterford. We can’t wait to meet you. Rob Winchester joined Waterford Hotel Group in 1990. He served in numerous roles with the company before assuming the position of President in 2000. In December 2017, Rob retired from his position as President and currently serves as Past President and Senior Advisor. In his new role, Rob provides ongoing transitional support to the newly appointed President and executive leadership. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from the University of Connecticut. Since joining Waterford Hotel Group in 1997, Michael Heaton has held numerous management positions at Waterford-managed properties before assuming the role of Vice President, Operations in 2009. In January 2018, Michael was promoted to the position of President for Waterford Hotel Group and is responsible for all aspects of on-going operations for the company. Michael holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the State University of New York. Gary Avigne directs and coordinates the growth of Waterford Hotel Group. Gary works with institutional investors, lenders, partners, and third party owners, arranging property acquisitions, management contracts, joint venture partnerships, and selective new development. Gary has more than 35 years of respected hotel experience and expertise in virtually all disciplines of the industry. Duane Schroder is Vice President, Operations for Waterford Hotel Group and is responsible for the oversight of the portfolio’s operations. Duane joined the organization in 2002 as part of an International Training Program with the University of Johannesburg. He has filled many positions since that time, including Regional Hotel Director and General Manager of numerous hotels in our portfolio. Duane received his Hospitality Degree from Witwatersrand University. Judy Moran joined Waterford Hotel Group in 2004, bringing more than 25 years of hospitality experience to the organization. Judy’s focus at Waterford is on employee and labor relations, executive recruitment, compensation and benefit design, performance management and organizational strategic goals. Her past experience includes operations and human resources positions with Hyatt, Le Meridien and Sonesta. Judy holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. Karen Bachofner has more than 25 years of sales experience in the hospitality industry. She first joined Waterford Hotel Group in 1987 and has held several sales positions at Waterford-managed properties before joining the corporate team to direct the sales, revenue management and e-commerce efforts of the select service properties in the Waterford portfolio. Karen is a member of Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) and is certified to teach Achieve Global’s Professional Selling Skills. Michael Scott has been with Waterford Hotel Group for more than 15 years. He manages brand standards, system security, and technology infrastructure with a focus on improving workflow productivity. Michael holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Eastern Connecticut State University. Lisa Johnson joined Waterford in 1993. She is responsible for all the accounting and finance for the decentralized properties including the preparation of the financial statements, cash management, and accounts payable. Lisa works closely with those properties to provide accounting support on a daily basis. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting from Eastern CT State University. Our hard work hasn’t gone unnoticed. Every year, Waterford Hotel Group managed hotels have the honor of accepting awards, both on the regional and national levels. Take a minute and check them out. 2015 MA Historical Commission I am a long time hotel developer and owner. I have the pleasure of being in partnership with Waterford Hotel Group for two Marriott branded hotels that I developed. Waterford is just the type of partner I look for — they take care of everything, keep me informed, ask my opinion about things that matter, and have really improved our hotels by virtue of the renovation that they executed and the improved guest satisfaction and profitability. I look forward to doing more deals with them. Our College has owned for many years a unique and upscale Inn which in many ways has served as the front door to our campus and community. We could not be happier or more satisfied with the work that Waterford Hotel Group does for us as the Operator of the Inn. They helped us to manage a major historic restoration of the Inn and have since positioned it as a market leader.