Waterford Hotel Group has promoted Duane Schroder to the newly created position of chief growth officer. In his new role, Schroder will lead strategic initiatives designed to drive the company’s expansion.
He will helm business development efforts to secure management contracts as well as cultivate strategic partnerships with capital partners to propel future expansion and oversee the acquisition of properties that align with owner investment objectives. Schroder will prioritize select-service and extended-stay properties within the Marriott, Hilton, Hyatt and IHG brands. He will also explore opportunities within the college market for independent hotels and compact full-service properties.
Schroder joined Waterford Hotel Group in 2002 through their International Training Program and has since spent 20 years with the company and served in several leadership roles across several properties.
