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Waterford Hotel Group has announced the appointment of Michael D. Allen as General Manager of the Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa in Groton, Connecticut.
“We are excited to welcome Michael Allen to the Mystic Marriott Hotel and Spa. His extensive background and successful track record in the hospitality industry will prove to be a tremendous asset in furthering the reputation of the Mystic Marriott as an outstanding destination for leisure and business travelers alike,” commented Terry Bickhardt, Co-President of Waterford Hotel Group.
In his new role, Allen 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.
A graduate of the Sports and Hotel Management program at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, Allen has more than 24 years leadership experience in the hospitality industry. He comes to the Mystic Marriott from the Providence Biltmore Hotel where he served as the General Manager. His experience also includes serving as the General Manager of the InterContinental Hotel in Milwaukee; and, General Manager at the Inn and Spa at Loretto, Santa Fe, after having been promoted to that position from General Manager at the Grove Isle Hotel & Spa, Coconut Grove, Florida. Allen’s New England roots run deep as he served as General Manager of Nantucket Island Resorts, including the White Elephant, Hartford House Village, the Wharf Cottages and Harbor View Inn.
Said Allen: “I am honored to assume the position of General Manager at the Mystic Marriott Hotel and Spa, one of the most beautiful and inviting hotels in the Mystic region of Coastal Connecticut.” He added, “I look forward to working with the associates at the hotel, getting to know the members of the community, and welcoming the guests we serve each day.”
Michael Allen currently resides in Barrington, Rhode Island with his wife Melissa and three children.
About Waterford Hotel Group
Waterford Hotel Group is a national hotel management firm with 26 properties managed in nine 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;
About Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa
Situated in Connecticut’s leading tourism region, the Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa is the ideal choice for business or pleasure. This warm and inviting hotel boasts 285 rooms, Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa, the award-winning Octagon steakhouse, The Lounge at Octagon, and a Starbucks. The hotel is only minutes away from Mohegan Sun and Foxwoods casinos, Mystic Aquarium, Mystic Seaport, as well as the famous Connecticut Wine Trail, featuring nineteen beautiful vineyards and fine wineries. Conveniently located between New York City and Boston, the Mystic Marriott offers a unique location for business meetings, conferences, social events and weddings. Professionally managed by Connecticut-based Waterford Hotel Group, the Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa has been awarded the AAA 4-Diamond designation for six consecutive years and was recently named “2008 Best of East” property by Meetings East. For more information or to book a stay, visit www.mysticmarriott.com or call 860.446.2600.
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