Buffalo Lodging Names Eric Krakowski GM Comfort Suites Universal Studios Area
BUFFALO, NY - January 13, 2011 - Buffalo Lodging Associates is proud to introduce Eric Krakowski as the new general manager for Comfort Suites Universal Studios Area. The hotel is located at 5617 Major Boulevard in Orlando, FL, ¼ mile from the entrance to Universal Orlando® Resort.
Mr. Krakowski began his hospitality career 8 years ago as the Rooms Division Manager at a Clarion Hotel & Conference Center in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Since then, Eric has gone on to serve as General Manager for a number of hotel brands, including: Comfort Inn, Days Inn, and Quality Inn & Suites. Most recently, Mr. Krakowski was the Project Manager for Coakley and Williams Hotel Management Company's The Royale Parc Suites in Kissimmee, Florida, where he had previously worked as Assistant General Manager for 4 years.
“Eric believes in hands on management”, stated Terry Eich, vice president of operations for Buffalo Lodging's southeast region. “This style of management is exactly what we need to assist in the growth of the hotel's team members. Eric understands the value of superior customer service and is looking forward to developing his staff to their full potential,” added Eich.
Mr. Krakowski is a graduate of Western International University, where he earned an Associates' Degree in Business. He currently resides in Orlando, Florida.
Whether you need to unwind or wrap up your work, Comfort Suites® gives you the room you need. Spread out in oversized suites with separate areas for working, sleeping and relaxing. All suites feature a microwave, mini-fridge and a sofa bed. All U.S. Comfort Suites are 100% smoke free throughout the entire hotel. Other amenities at Comfort Suites Universal Studios Area include:
• Complimentary Savory Starts™ Breakfast
• Free, wireless high-speed Internet access
• Full size sofa bed, in-room refrigerator and microwave
• Full fitness room and outdoor, heated pool and whirlpool spa
• Game room
• Meeting room for up to 50 people
Comfort Suites Universal Studios Area is owned and operated by Buffalo Lodging Associates, LLC. Buffalo Lodging Associates owns and operates hotels throughout the Eastern United States and Ontario, Canada. A fully integrated hotel development and management organization, Buffalo Lodging provides operations, marketing, accounting, architectural, construction and MIS services for its own account as well as providing third-party management for outside owners and investors. The company is equipped to develop, construct and manage properties, and is constantly seeking new opportunities throughout the country. For more information about Buffalo Lodging Associates' management services or group of award-winning hotels, please visit www.buffalolodging.com.
To make reservations or request information about Comfort Suites, travelers may call 407-363-1967, 1-800-4-CHOICE or access the hotel at www.comfortorlando.com.
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