LIVINGSTON, NJ, July 22, 2008. Westminster Hotel, the Four-Diamond luxury hotel in Livingston New Jersey and one of the six top-rated hotels in the state, announced today that Michael T. McHenry has been named director of sales and marketing.

In his new position, McHenry is responsible for directing the Westminster Hotel's strategic planning and hospitality sales efforts including group and transient rooms, group food and beverage, meeting room rental, local catering, outlet and other revenues. In addition, McHenry will oversee guest development as well as all corporate and private function reservations.

"We are delighted to welcome Mr. McHenry to Westminster Hotel in the position of Director of Sales and Marketing. Michael has shown a great commitment and passion for the hotel industry, showcasing excellent results in his previous roles and will be a valuable asset to our team," said Michael Polese, Westminster Hotel General Manager.

McHenry comes joins Westminster Hotel with nearly 15 years of sales experience and is highly regarded as a conscientious achiever and passionate sales performer.

Prior to joining the Westminster Hotel, McHenry served as corporate sales manager at the Westin Governor Morris Hotel in Morristown, N.J., and as a senior sales manager at Sheraton Meadowlands Hotel and Conference Center in East Rutherford, N.J., where he received the award for "Manger of the Quarter" in 2006.

An avid sports fan, McHenry attended Hofstra University and played linebacker for the Hofstra Pride. He continues to play football in Long Island for the Nassau County Touch Football League and for East Meadow Seasons where he serves as Captain of the defense.

McHenry resides in Livingston, N.J. with his wife of 12 years, Stephanie McHenry, and their two children, Kelly McHenry and Conner McHenry.

About Westminster Hotel
Opening in 2002, the award-winning Westminster Hotel features 183 luxury guest rooms and suites, 16,000 square feet of banquet and conference space, the 120-seat Strip House restaurant and a full range of first-class amenities that cater to the unique needs of today's traveler.

The many awards and honors received by Westminster Hotel are a testament to their focus on the highest standards of service. It has received the prestigious AAA Four-Diamond award for five consecutive years since opening, placing it among the six top-rated hotels in the state. Westminster was named "Facility of the Year" by Meeting Planners International (MPI), New Jersey chapter, received first-place honors in Lodging Hospitality magazine's Annual Design Competition, and has been named part of WORLDHOTELS' Deluxe Collection, a distinction shared by only 170 elite, independently owned properties worldwide. www.westminsterhotel.net.

Westminster Hotel is an independent establishment, owned and operated by Westminster Hospitality Group, an affiliate of Kushner Companies.