COURTYARD ROCHESTER/ SAINT MARYS RECEIVES SECOND CONSECUTIVE MARRIOTT GOLD CIRCLE AWARD

Courtyard Rochester Saint Marys recognized at Marriott’s annual conference

ROCHESTER – March 18, 2008 – The Courtyard by Marriott Rochester/Saint Marys (www.marriott.com/rstcy) was awarded Marriott’s Gold Circle Award for the second consecutive year. The Gold Circle Award is given to top performing hotels with outstanding overall satisfaction scores.

Marriott recognized only 40 of nearly 750 Courtyard by Marriott hotels with the Gold Circle Award at this year’s international conference held in Anaheim, California. The Courtyard by Marriott Rochester/Saint Marys is owned by Marc Carpenter of Rochester, Minn and Torgerson Properties of Willmar, Minn.

“It is an honor to be recognized again for outstanding guest service. Our associates work diligently to exceed our guests’ expectations and it makes our entire team proud to be recognized by Marriott for our efforts,” said Dennis Cowley, general manager.

Mitch Peterson, president of Torgerson Properties said, “As a company, we believe in doing whatever it takes to deliver exceptional service. It is a part of our culture. Dennis and his team truly demonstrate the commitment and focus it takes to be recognized on a national award level.”

Cowley added, “We could never reach this level of achievement without the truly dedicated team of professionals who are always putting the guests’ needs first. I am fortunate to work with such a great team.”

About Torgerson Properties

Torgerson Properties owns and operates hotels and restaurants throughout greater Minnesota and the Twin Cities of Minneapolis/St. Paul, as well as Naples, Florida. Founded in 1929, Torgerson Properties portfolio includes hotel properties under the Marriott, Hilton, Intercontinental, Cendant and Carlson brands and restaurants under the Green Mill and Perkins brands as well as independent restaurant concepts. Torgerson Properties has been recognized with numerous industry awards for outstanding facilities, staff and guest service. For more information, visit www.torgersonproperties.com.