About Andor Projects, LLC
at Hathaway Condo and Spa
Andor Projects, LLC, was founded in 2006 to develop an expansive resort facility from an existing business set on 150 picturesque acres in Central New York. The resort will feature a number of businesses, including the first holistic Himalayan Saltwater Spa in the US, a fine dining restaurant, a 350 seat event hall, the first German Schwenk BBQ Restaurant and Micro Brewery, a German bakery and cafe delivering fresh rolls every morning to the door, a Convenience Store with delivery service, Gift Shop, and Pro-Shop, as well as 304 upscale Condominiums with German tile stoves to be enjoyed by Hathaway residents as well as visitors.
Andor envisions a healthy, stress-free, energy efficient, environmentally friendly lifestyle for our residents, guests and employees.
Ms. Brigitte A. Brown, CEO of Andor Projects LLC NY
Ms. Brigitte A. Brown, entrepreneur and international business consultant, was born, raised, and educated in Germany. Ms. Brown has extensive hands-on consulting experience for international hospitality businesses, restaurants, nursing home facilities, troubleshooting high employee turnover, and product finding. It is her direct “hands on” management style that has achieved outstanding results for her clients. Ms. Brown’s experience comes from owning and operating a large hotel in Germany, two large tourist-oriented restaurants, and her own international consulting company in the United States. Her innovative thinking has produced winning marketing strategies that were easy to implement and produced quick successes. Ms. Brown has been an American citizen since 1994.
Gerry Ruggiero CFO
Gerry Ruggiero has been a Certified Public Accountant in the
In 1988, he graduated from SUNY Geneseo with a bachelor degree in accounting. Serving various clients including manufacturing, retail, wholesale, hospitality, non-profit, real estate and service industries enhanced his professional background.
Gerry’s professional career prior to his appointed position with Andor Projects LLC, NY, included four years as a CFO to a financial institution supporting minorities and low income members. He was initially hired to oversee the development of their $3 million dollar expansion and relocation.
He owns and operates Grand Rental Station, an equipment and party goods rental organization in
Patricia Costello - Executive Management
Ms. Costello is a successful real estate investor with multiple-unit rental properties in Cortland, Lakeport and Oswego, NY. She understands the local market and brings a wealth of resources to Andor LLC. The Hathaway Project encompasses many of her values, including conservation and energy efficiency, community involvement and cultural awareness.
In addition to real estate endeavors, Ms. Costello has spent almost 30 years as a computer programmer, systems analyst and manager in several corporations. At present, she maintains a full time position at National Grid (formerly Keyspan/Long Island Lighting Company). She is also the President/Founder of ChiroClips Inc., a 12 year old company which provides chiropractic clip art. This enterprise provided the opportunity to develop strong entrepreneurial and business skills.
Ms. Costello is uniquely suited to work with Andor LLC in its start up phase as well as on an ongoing basis. She lived in a similar condo environment for 18 years and was actively involved with that community. She has lived in many different countries and communities and values the contributions of each individual. She was born and raised in Pittsford, a suburb of Rochester NY, and educated at SUNY Oswego. She maintains a deep love of upstate New York, and looks forward to a hands-on approach to building this dynamic new community.
Supporting Services
The contractor responsible for the construction of this project is Hardy Construction Services, and our architect for the project is The RBA Group. Our realtor is Audrey Edelman and our marketing team is Communiqué Design and Marketing. We are also working with Jolene Rightmyer, Your Family Realtor. Our market feasibility study was conducted by Strategic Performance Group, LLC.
What People Are Saying About Hathaway Condo and Spa Resort
The Central New York community is enthusiastic about the Andor Project. Read their letters of support:
- Audrey Edelman Realty USA
- Cortland County Planning Department
- Cortland County Business Development Corporation
- Communiqué Design and Marketing
- RBA Group Architecture/Interiors
- Hardy Construction Services
- Strategic Performance Group LLC







