Janine Hodge Epitomizes the Linchris Tradition of Promoting from Within

Linchris Expands Presence in Mid-Atlantic

Janine Hodge, Corporate Controller (front, center), is shown here with (l - r): Stephanie Campbell, Administrative Assistant; Glenn Gistis, Chief Financial Officer; Theresa Burkhardt; Alan Zhu; Sandy Greene; Shannon McNamee; and Lori Mabb, all Accountants for Linchris Hotel Corp.

Congratulations go out to Janine Hodge for continuing her climb up the corporate ladder at Linchris Hotel Corporation. After only a year in the position of Assistant Corporate Controller, Janine finds herself moving up the ranks again with another promotion to Corporate Controller.

“I am so proud of Janine’s professional development within our company,” said Chris Gistis, Chief Executive Officer. “She has earned this promotion through her hard work and commitment to our company. Janine is the latest example of our company’s philosophy of promoting from within.”

Starting with Linchris in 1998 as the Manager of the Park View Inn, an independent property once managed by Linchris in Norwell, MA, she then went on to be named Administrative Assistant for Linchris Hotel Corp. She was later promoted to Accountant before being named Assistant Corporate Controller and now Corporate Controller. Prior to joining Linchris, Janine worked as a Marketing Budget Assistant for Colonial Management Funds. As Corporate Controller, Janine will have treasury, personnel oversight and vendor relationship responsibilities.

“Janine has been a valuable member of our team for more than 14 years,” said Glenn Gistis, Chief Financial Officer. “She has a great attitude, superior accounting skills and a relentless work effort. We wish her the best in her new position.”

This May Linchris Hotel Corporation acquired the management contract for four new hotels throughout the mid-Atlantic; three in Pennsylvania and one in Maryland. “With the addition of these properties, Linchris is now managing 28 quality hotels throughout the northeast,” said Bob Anderson, Vice President of Operations.

Hilton Garden Inn Allentown West,

Breinigsville, PA is off Route 100, near Boston Beer, Nestle, Kraft Foods, Coca-Cola and Dorney Park. Under the direction of Richard Sanchez, General Manager, this111-room full-service hotel includes meeting rooms, pool and fitness facilities and a breakfast restaurant.

Wingate by Wyndham, Mechanicsburg, PA is situated just minutes from Harrisburg and

Carlisle. Under the direction of Jim McMullen, General Manager, this limited-service 93-room property

features a complimentary hot breakfast buffet, free high-speed Internet, a fitness center and newly remodeled oversized rooms. In 2012, this hotel received the Best of the Valley Award. Sleep Inn, Carlisle, PA is off Interstate 81, close to the Carlisle Fairgrounds and Harrisburg. Under

the direction of Carolyn Heckert, General Manager, this pet friendly, 99-room hotel features a free hot breakfast, a fitness center and indoor pool.

Sleep Inn & Suites®, Hagertown, MD is off Interstates 70 and 81, near the Civil War National

Battlefield, Antietam, the Hagerstown Speedway and the Maryland Theatre. Under the direction of Kathy Vrcic, General Manager, this pet-friendly, limited service, 96-room hotel features

a free hot breakfast, an indoor pool, hot tub and meeting space.

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A Message from ChrisAs we reach the half-way point in our 26th year in business, I am happy to report that Linchris Hotel Corporation has

assumed the management of four more properties: three hotels in Pennsylvania and one in Maryland. Today, we are managing 28 hotels throughout the Northeast.

I find it rewarding that, as the Linchris portfolio of properties continues to expand, so does the incredible spirit of our team. It seems that the number of stories we receive regarding employees’ accomplishments and charitable initiatives grows in parallel with our expansion. To me, this is justification that we have chosen the right hotels to become part of the Linchris family. We welcome these four new hotels to our Linchris family and look forward to having them adopt our commitment to exceptional customer service.

You will also notice a section in this issue titled, Linchris Employees Give Back. It is here that we highlight the charity work of our employees, as they make exceptional efforts to give back to the communities where they live and work. It is important to recognize this hard work as important to the success of our business.

We were also fortunate to have a few “stars” stay at our properties this summer, so we dedicated a section to highlight these visits as well.

I appreciate and applaud our entire team for their hard work and dedication to our guests and the future success of Linchris Hotel Corporation.

The entire cast and crew of the international hit-television show, Ghost Hunters stayed at the Holiday inn Express, Springfield, VT this summer. The Ghost Hunters were doing a paranormal investigation in Claremont, NH and were nice enough to take the time to meet and pose for photos with the hotel staff. Some of the Holiday Inn Express team are shown here with Jason Hawes (center), one of the founders of the show.

The guests and employees at the Hilton Scranton Hotel & Conference Center, Scranton, PA were excited to have the hosts of the History Channel’s American Pickers television show, Frank and Mike, stay at the hotel. The duo was incredibly friendly and took the time to meet, greet and have a photo taken with some of the staff.

This star-studded group photo includes (l - r): Rebecca Strong, Server; Frank Fritz, American Pickers; Sara Reed, Restaurant Supervisor; Mike Wolfe, American Pickers; and Kim Raymond, Server.

Hotels See Stars

Stephanie Campbell, AdministrativeAssistant for Linchris Hotel Corporation had the pleasure of meeting New England Patriots’ tight end Rob Gronkowski at an outing this summer. Rob stopped by the 21st Birthday BBQ Party as a surprise present from the guest of honor’s boss.

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Linchris Employees Give Back Wedding Bells

Congratulations to Anderson Gonzalez, Shuttle Driver of the Hampton Inn and Event Center, Colchester, VT on his marriage to Kimberly Chamberlain. The

couple was married on June 22nd at the Hampton Inn. They are pictured here with their son, Congratulations to Beatriz

Espinosa, Housekeeper for the Hampton Inn, Revere, MA for her participation in Project Bread’s Walk for Hunger on May 6th. She walked 20 miles around Boston!

Congratulations also go to Diana Pinto and Yolanda Gonzalez, both Bartenders at the Hampton Inn, Revere, MA for recently running in the Charlestown Boys and Girls Club Battle of Bunker Hill 8K road race.

Employees from the Holiday Inn, Falmouth, MA and the Comfort Inn, Hyannis, MA teamed up to take part in a three-mile walk to raise funds for March for Babies. The team raised over $1,600 to help provide hope to babies born too soon or sick, and comfort for families with a baby in a newborn ICU. The funds help develop treatments and programs to help babies begin healthy lives.

This group photo for the Hilton Garden Inn, Breinigsvile, PA includes (l - r): Gail Fuchs, Steward; Valerie Koehler, Kitchen Manager; Richard Sanchez, General Manager; Armando Diaz, Server/Cook; and Jackie Ehrich, Hostess.Congratulations to Valerie Koehler, Kitchen Manager of the Hilton Garden Inn, Breinigsville, PA who was recently honored for walking over a million steps in the Race to the Moon walking program. The event is sponsored by Health America in conjunction with the Café Well social health network as an incentive for employees to maintain a healthier lifestyle. Valerie also received a $1,000 Amazon.com gift card and was invited to a luncheon at the Hilton Garden Inn in Harrisburg, PA. “We are now walking back to earth, so the challenge continues,” Valerie said. “This week my goal is to walk 70,000 steps.”

Congratulations to Stephanie Veratti, Front Desk Clerk for the Hilton Garden Inn, Plymouth, MA and her finance, Dave Barry on their June

23rd wedding. The ceremony took place on a beautiful day at the Herring Run Historical Park, followed by a reception at the Upland Sportsman Club, both in Plympton, MA.

Congratulations to Chavonne Henderson, Front Desk Agent of the Hampton Inn, Revere, MA on her marriage to Mozell Johniken. The ceremony was conducted on June 23rd by Chavonne’s brother, Charles, at his church, New Life Temple of Holiness in Brockton, followed by a reception at the Squantum Yacht Club.

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Inn the News.....

The team at the Best Western, Rutland, VT planted a tree on Arbor Day, which was dedicated to Vivian Kingsley, a long-time guest from Phoenix Arizona who passed away earlier this year. “Vivian has been a guest of ours for over 20 years,” said Coleen Lio, General Manager. “She and her husband drive here from Arizona every year just because they love Vermont and our hotel. She even did her physical therapy here in our pool during her last few years. We dedicated this tree to them because they are so sweet and friendly with our staff.”

The Linchris General Manager’s Budget Workshop was held at the Holiday Inn, Rockland, MA on July 24th and 25th. The theme for one of the meeting breaks was centered around the 50’s and 60’s era, so the staff dressed up as “soda jerks” and waitresses to serve penny candy, soda fountain drinks and cheesy french fries.

Congratulations to Amy Putvain, Front Office Manager of the Fairbanks Inn, St. Johnsbury, VT on the birth of her baby, Orion Xavier Putvain-

Champagne on June 7th. Orion weighed in at 8 pounds, 11 ounces.

Congratulations to Ruth Montrond, Housekeeper at the Hilton Garden Inn, Plymouth, MA and her husband Filomeno on the birth of their baby girl, Nueme. Born on April 1st, Nueme weighed in at 4 pounds and was 12 inches long. Nueme is shown here with mom, dad and big brother, Eliezer.

Congratulations to Ed Sanders, Director of Sales for the Hampton Inn and Event Center, Colchester, VT and his wife, Jill, on the birth of their son, Tucker Joseph. Tucker was born on

May 26th, weighing in at 8 pounds and 21½ inches. Jim Martin, Director of Catering won the baby pool!

A “Service Committee Workshop,” was held at the Holiday Inn, Brookline, MA on June 7th hosted by Terry Quigley, Area Manager for IHG, and Karen Garrison, IHG Brand Service Consultant. “The goal was to develop strategies to enhance and sustain the hotel’s service culture, as well as the Service Committee itself,” said host General Manager Glen Vuilleumier. “The expectations of today’s traveler challenge our ability to provide consistent, exceptional service to every guest.” The group shared many great ideas, including how to attract the right employees to be part of the Committee, in order to provide a foundation of exceptional service.

Holiday Inn Hosts Service Workshop

Shown here are Holiday Inn Rockland, MA staff members (l - r): James Lowell, Executive Chef; Sam Zahran, Bartender; and Michael Twomey, Food & Beverage Director.