Terri Almond Named GM at Hilton Mystic
Mystic, CT - October 14, 2014 - The Hilton Mystic, located at 20 Coogan Boulevard in Mystic, Connecticut, is pleased to announce the appointment of Terri Almond to General Manager. In her new role, Almond is responsible for all of the hotel's operations, sales and administration. She joins The Hilton Mystic from her most recent position as General Manager of the award-winning Holiday Inn Boston-Bunker Hill, where she oversaw the complete renovation of the hotel.
“We are thrilled to have Terri leading this great property,” said Lou Carrier, President of Distinctive Hospitality Group. “Her extensive background in hospitality and knowledge of the Connecticut region will prove to be a tremendous asset in furthering the reputation of the Hilton Mystic as an outstanding destination for leisure and business travelers alike,” he added. “Terri provides a fresh perspective and will help the Hilton Mystic become a leading hotel in Connecticut”.
Almond has managed properties in Norwalk and Stamford, Connecticut as well as Boston and New York City. She is a graduate of The University of Massachusetts at Amherst where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Hotel, Restaurant and Travel Administration. She resides in Mystic, CT.
Distinctive Hospitality Group which in April this year acquired the Hilton Mystic in the Seaport area at the Aquarium is preparing for a complete transformation of the property commencing this winter. Design work for a total renovation of guest rooms, public areas and landscaping has already commenced.
About Hilton Mystic
Located just off of Interstate 95, with close proximity to Boston, Hartford and New York City, Hilton Mystic is a convenient choice of coastal Connecticut hotels where travelers can enjoy dozens of colorful attractions including Foxwoods Resort & Casino, and Mohegan Sun Casino. Hilton Mystic offers over 6,000 square feet of meeting space, an outdoor pavilion, feature restaurant, lounge, Precor fitness center, and a heated indoor swimming pool. The hotel features 182 guest rooms and six whirlpool suites, all with high-speed internet access, a fully equipped 24-hour business center.
About Distinctive Hospitality Group
Founded in 2010, Distinctive Hospitality Group is led by president and owner, Lou Carrier who offers years of experience in the hospitality industry and has overseen a number of the most successful hotel establishments in the country. Lou launched DHG with a mission to build a portfolio of unique high-end hotels, and comprised a solid team of seasoned hospitality professionals to work towards his dream. Located in Natick, MA, DHG is quickly building a name for its constant dedication to overseeing projects with lasting power and quality, ones that provide hotel guests and restaurant diners with the utmost in experience, service, style and atmosphere. For more information, please visit: www.DistinctiveHospitalityGroup.com.
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