ENHANCING EVERY DAY

Eric Witmondt

After years of working alongside his father, Donald, Eric Witmondt took over the leadership of Woodmont Properties in 1999, elevating the company’s status as a significant real estate investor, operator and developer. Under his leadership, Woodmont has grown to one of New Jersey’s most active developers of commercial and residential real estate, and has become a significant investor in hospitality businesses and golf and tennis clubs including Edgewood Country Club (River Vale, New Jersey), Green Brook Country Club (North Caldwell, New Jersey), and the historic Orange Lawn Tennis Club (South Orange, New Jersey). Eric has assembled a top-notch executive team at Woodmont Properties with a strong ability to execute and scaleup.

As the company has continued to grow into a full-service real estate firm that develops, manages, markets and invests in luxury multifamily, mixeduse, commercial properties and the hospitality business, Eric has been steadfast in his commitment to providing the best places for people to live, work and play. As a result of Eric’s vision, Woodmont has been on the forefront of some of the most award winning and well-recognized projects and has consistently formed successful partnerships in support of the communities in which they work. Eric holds an undergraduate degree from the University of Maryland. He and his wife have two sons, and own a second home in downtown Aspen. More about Eric and Woodmont Properties can be found on the company’s website at www.woodmontproperties.com.

MARSHALL TYCHER

Marshall is co-founder and Executive Chairman of Roseland Residential Trust, which oversees a $1 billion development program and the operation of 8,000 apartments as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mack-Cali Realty Corporation. He began his career with Lincoln Property Company, and during his 14-year tenure there established Lincoln Northeast Residential. He developed 11,000 apartments in eight states while with Lincoln. Marshall received a BSBA from the University of Denver, a Juris Doctorate from Southern Methodist University, and is a member of the Texas State Bar. He is married and lives in New York City

JORDAN SARICK

Jordan leads Samuel Sarick Limited and its affiliate company Eastwood Developments, both family owned holding companies specializing in diversified real estate investment, development and construction throughout the United States and Canada. While Jordan’s most notable local projects include owning and managing commercial spaces at Aspen Highlands and the Snowmass Center, the Sarick family has established a trusted reputation for expertise in all aspects of commercial and industrial real estate, as well as for their philanthropic and cultural commitment to the community.

A longtime Aspen resident, Jordan is active with organizations including Mount Sinai Hospital, Aspen Jewish Congregation, and Upper Canada College. Jordan holds an undergraduate degree from Vassar College and graduate degrees from the London School of Economics and Columbia University Graduate School of Business. He and his wife have one son, and have been foster parents for nearly 20 years.

Michael Witmondt

Michael Witmondt’s career began at Woodmont Properties, a regional real estate investment and development firm based in New Jersey.
Although Michael still has a strong foothold in the Northeast, he relocated his primary real estate lending and development business to Aspen, Colorado, in 2020.
Michael can be found enjoying seasonal outdoor sports such as golf, hiking, biking, and skiing. Michael appreciates living a balanced life and is passionate about philanthropy.
Michael is a graduate of the University of Maryland at College Park with a Bachelor’s degree in Radio, Television and Film.

Barry Connor

Barry Connor is a founding partner and CEO of Connor & Gaskins Unlimited, a Florida-based construction company that operates in 40 states ranging from luxury high-rise towers and condominiums to national hotel projects. Barry integrated his passion and background in construction and architecture into the residential building sector in 2011 as founder of CGU Homes. Under CGU Real Estate Holdings and CGU Developers, Barry sets out to discover new opportunities throughout the U.S.

Barry lives in Naples, FL, with his wife, Cheri, his five children, Bryanna, Makayla, Rebecka, Jacob and Shawn. They travel to Aspen/Snowmass often to enjoy Colorado’s ideal weather for mountain biking and hiking and the area’s unique community.

Barry holds a Master’s degree from the University of South Florida in Architecture and a Bachelor’s degree from Florida International University in Architecture Engineering.

Christine Rueggeberg

Christine, a native of Germany, studied in Nuremberg and graduated with a degree in Hotel Management. After meeting her husband Michael in Zermatt Switzerland, Christine and Michael worked for several years in luxury ski resorts such as St. Moritz, Switzerland and Lech am Arlberg, Austria. In 1998, they moved to Aspen where they fell in love with the beauty, excitement and opportunities the town had to offer. They now have two children, twelve and ten, in the Aspen School system and Michael has a successful private chef business.

Christine’s passion for excellence led her to a 16-year management career with The Little Nell Hotel, a five star, five diamond property and the Aspen Mountain Club, a world class ski club atop Aspen Mountain. Continuing her career in the hospitality industry, Christine served as General Manager at Casa Tua, a private membership club and restaurant before transitioning to real estate in 2019. Christine earned the designation as Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist and Accredited Buyer’s Representative during her partnership with Coldwell Banker Mason Morse.

Christine’s priority has always been to focus on serving her clientele and to support the Aspen Community. With the Real Estate market being an integral part of the valley, Christine focuses on utilizing her vast experience to help clients achieve their goals.  

Craig Gaskins 

Craig Gaskins is a founding partner and C.O.O of Connor & Gaskins Unlimited, a Florida-based general construction company that specializes in projects ranging from waterfront condominiums and retail buildings to fueling stations across the nation equipped with the latest EV technology.
With a true passion to build and develop, Gaskins is also a founding partner of CGU Homes which specializes in high-end residential construction projects. CGU Homes has built and remodeled single-family homes and condominiums throughout Southwest Florida’s finest communities since 2011. Through CGU Real Estate Holdings and CGU Developers, Craig is constantly looking for new assets to add to his successful development portfolio.

Growing up in Naples, Florida, while also owning several small businesses that span from coast to coast, has allowed Craig to create and retain critical connections throughout the country.

Craig, along with his wife, Lacy, and his two children, Harper and Ryker, have been frequent visitors to Aspen/Snowmass for over 25 years where they find the perfect balance of solitude and excitement in the Colorado mountains. Craig holds a B.S. Degree from the University of Florida in Building Construction and a master’s degree from Auburn University in Building Science.

RICK SUSSMAN, CCM, ECM

COO/General Manager
(970) 923.0929
[email protected]

Rick is an outdoorsman and a first-class private club leader. In addition, Rick has been very active in the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA), was President of the California Chapter in 2009 and in 2006 was awarded the very prestigious Club Manager of the Year award.
Rick has worked at the Arizona Biltmore Hotel as a Sommelier and Captain, managed the Food and Beverage Operations at the Heritage Club in Houston before taking a General Manager position with Club Corp of America eventually becoming a Vice President of Operations and managing over 20 private clubs in his portfolio. After 16 years there he was COO/GM for 2 member owned country clubs in California, Mission Viejo Country Club, and Sharon Heights Golf and Country Club.
Rick is a team player and team developer. He believes in establishing standards of excellence, great processes and systems, and motivates his employees to fully embrace the culture.
Rick lives with wife, Jodee, who also enjoys skiing & the outdoors.

ERIK CAVARRA

Director of Residences & Real Estate Leasing | Preferred Broker | Licensed Partner | Managing Broker Engel Volkers
970-923-0817
[email protected]

A proud Coloradan for most his life, Erik attended Colorado Christian University where he played four years of collegiate golf. His “first” career, in fact, was in the golf industry, beginning as a golf apprentice then working his way up to becoming a golf professional. He transitioned to real estate and now administers fractional sales, marketing and rental programs at the Club and is also Managing Broker & Partner for Engel Volkers.

SCOTT DORAIS

Director of Racquet Sports
970 923 0818
[email protected]

Scott has played an integral part in the local Snowmass tennis community for just under 20 years. He brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the Club that will help our tennis programming continue to grow. Scott joins us from the Maroon Creek Club where he has been the Head Tennis Professional for fourteen years. Scott’s experience includes time as the head coach for the Aspen High girl’s tennis team, Director of Tennis at the Aspen Club and as the Head Tennis Professional at several clubs in the Denver area. Scott distinguished himself in our search process through his experience, skills, and a demeanor that all levels of tennis players at the Snowmass Club will enjoy.

ALYCIA GILLIS

Spa & Fitness Director
(970) 923.9191
[email protected]

Alycia has been dedicated to fitness for over thirty years. Upon moving to Aspen in 1991, she helped pioneer the dryland training program and was a personal trainer at the three premier health clubs in town. She helped train the downhill racers for the 24 hours of Aspen and taught several ski conditioning and fitness classes throughout the valley.
Her high energy and dedication to a healthy lifestyle has inspired many clients to make positive changes to their lives. She loves the energy of group fitness classes, as well as the results she achieves with her personal training and nutritional clients. She loves to work with goal oriented clients whether it’s to increase fitness, lose weight, or train for an event. She believes a healthy lifestyle and fit body enhances every aspect of your life.
Alycia is an avid marathoner, skier, biker and hiker. When she is not teaching you can find her running around with family, on the sidelines of her kids games or cooking delicious, healthy meals.

Lauren Sully

Director of Sales
(970) 923.0930
[email protected]


Lauren is originally from Oklahoma City and fell in love with the Mountain West when she attended Northern Arizona University in Flagstaff, AZ. After earning her degree in Anthropology, she lived in San Sebastian, Spain, where she developed a love of good food and even better wine. After Spain, she returned to Flagstaff and worked at some of the finest Golf Clubs in the Southwest, gaining expertise in all aspects of club life with an emphasis on Food & Beverage, large-scale catering events, marketing, and menu design. After more than six years with Forest Highlands as the Food & Beverage Manager of the Meadow Clubhouse, she moved to Flagstaff Ranch as their Catering Director, focusing on weddings and tournaments. Lauren is dedicated to continuing her education; whether it be taking classes with wine expert Karen MacNeal in Napa Valley or studying at the Greenleaf Center for Servant Leadership in Atlanta, she truly has a passion for the growth and development of herself and those around her. While she enjoys all the outdoor activities that mountain life offers, she especially loves to golf, ski, bike, and hike with her better half, Bob, and their two dogs. 

MICHAEL FLEAGLE

Chief Engineer  
(970) 923.0889
mfleagle@snowmassclub.com


Micheal (Mike) relocated to the Roaring Fork Valley in early 2018 from Alaska, where he managed Facilities Maintenance and Operations for the Municipality of Anchorage. Originally from the interior region of Alaska, he is well accustomed to the extreme weather conditions that facilities in the Colorado mountains endure. He joins us after spending four years as Facilities Operations Manager for Pitkin County. He, his wife Cindi, and their dogs call Missouri Heights home. They enjoy the outstanding recreational opportunities in the area and are often out on a weekend adventure in Colorado.

Joanna Mallory

Marketing & Communication Director
(970) 923 0915
[email protected]

A friendly face at the Snowmass Club since 2010, this Polish-Australian native, earned her degree in marketing and international business while working in all aspects of the retail industry. After traveling throughout Europe, working as a Ski Instructor at various US Ski Resorts, and three years in New York City, she and her husband returned to Snowmass for the family-friendly quality of life. Enjoying all that the mountains offer and cheering on her daughter’s sports teams is a free-time favorite.

THOMAS ROENNAU  

Head Golf  Pro 
(970) 923.9306
[email protected]

Thomas Roennau is a Denmark native but has lived in the valley for 8 1/2 years with his Danish wife Charlotte and their two sons Eske 17 and Leo 14. Thomas is Class A from PGA in Denmark and has a degree in Sports Science and Biomechanics. Thomas came to Snowmass Club Golf Division in 2018 before taking the Head Pro position in 2022. Before coming to the Snowmass Club, Thomas was the assistant at Ironbridge Golf Club for 4 years. Thomas has been a Ski Instructor for 30 years, 20 of them in France, Italy and Austria. He is an examiner in Europe and the US and has also been on the National Team. He is also three times US National Champion in Powder 8 skiing. As a longtime resident of the Roaring Fork Valley, Thomas is aware of the seasonality and challenges of the area which makes his proven track record of building a well-trained staff that delivers a first-class golf experience even more impressive. His attention to detail and willingness to lead by example will be noticeable in all aspects of the Snowmass golf experience from start to finish.

TAYLOR SCHLEPP

Club Controller
[email protected]
(970) 923.0943

Joining the team in June of 2019, Taylor is a true Colorado native, born and raised in the Aspen area. She received her Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Colorado State University and then began her career at Alpine Bank as a management trainee eventually becoming the Assistant Vice President of Accounting. During her tenure at Alpine Bank she earned her MBA from Southern New Hampshire University. While growing up Taylor had the opportunity to work in various roles at another private clubs in the Valley, becoming very familiar with the Club industry, and she had always hoped to find a career in the industry. Snowmass Club was the perfect opportunity and she is looking forward to working with the team in creating an enjoyable experience for our members.

Sarah Simms, PHR, SHRM-CP

Director of Human Resources
[email protected]
970 923 0912

A Grand Junction, Colorado native, Sarah attended Colorado Mesa University before gaining experience as a registered representative of a local financial firm before transitioning into Human Resources. She joined the Snowmass Club in 2019 in part because of this opportunity for new experiences and professional growth. A Denver Nuggets fan, she also enjoys hiking, weight lifting, and time spent with family and friends in her free time.

MATTHEW STOBER

Food & Beverage Director
(970) 923.0920
[email protected]

Matt was born on Long Island, NY but moved to Charleston, SC at an early age. It was Charleston where his love of hospitality and the outdoors blossomed. After school Matt could be found exploring the marshes and tidal creeks of his backyard, helping his mother in the kitchen or seeking out new restaurants and foods to try. Matt took this love of hospitality to Johnson & Wales University where he earned a degree with honors in Hotel & Restaurant Management.

After college Matt came out West for the first time and started working for Caesars Entertainment. His first posting was at the Rio All Suite Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas. After a short stint in Atlantic City at Showboat and Harrah’s, Matt returned to Las Vegas and Caesars Palace where he would manage beverage operations.

After 8 years with Caesars Entertainment Matt pivoted to selling wine and spirits. During this time Matt held various roles with Southern Glaziers Wine & Spirits, Moet Hennessy USA, and Beam Suntory. Matt was lucky enough to visit many of the wineries and distilleries that he represented in the United States, France, Scotland, Chile, Argentina & Mexico.

In 2018 Matt became disillusioned with city life and longed for more time outside and less time in traffic. He came to Snowmass Village and returned to hospitality as a Food & Beverage Manager at the Viceroy. While at the Viceroy he spent nights rebuilding the Wine, Spirits and Cocktail program while spending his days skiing and cycling.

In August of 2019 Matt came to the Snowmass Club and is currently working to elevate both service and food for all venues here at the Club.

SEAN SEWELL

Residence Director
(970) 923.0919
[email protected]

A veteran of the mountain lifestyle Sean joined the Snowmass Club team after 19 years in Whistler, British Columbia. Sean’s career has been focused on hospitality and real estate and he is joining the Snowmass Club after 10 years managing a Private Residence Club under the Fairmont Hotels and Resorts brand on the slopes of Whistler Mountain. Over the years his career has seen him work with luxury brands such as Fairmont and Four Seasons, coupled with smaller luxury boutique operators. He studied at the University of British Columbia, Sauder School of Business and Cornell University. Sean looks forward to working with the team and delivering on all of the owner’s & guests expectations.

JESS HUMPHREY
Superintendent
[email protected]
970 923 0958

Jess Humphrey is a Colorado native and has lived in the Roaring Fork Valley for most of the last 17 years with his wife Beth. Jess is designated a Class A Superintendent with the Golf Course Superintendent Association and has a degree in Turf Management from Colorado State University. Jess spent a few years in Tahoe at Lahontan Golf Club as an assistant before moving to the Aspen/Snowmass area. He spent 3 years as an assistant at Maroon Creek Club before arriving at The Snowmass Club in the assistant role for 7 years. Jess left for a short stint as Superintendent at Cornerstone Club before returning to The Snowmass Club in the Superintendent role. Jess spends his free time camping, biking, skiing, and of course golfing.  Jess enjoys providing the membership with a firm and fast golf experience as the links layout dictates. 

KEVIN LESKOUSKI
Head Pro
[email protected]
970 923 0305

Kevin Leskouski is a Massachusetts native who recently moved to Colorado with his girlfriend Heather. Kevin graduated from Coastal Carolina University in 2017 with a bachelor’s degree of Science in Business Administration in Management. Kevin has been a Class A PGA Professional for 5 years and was the First Assistant Golf Professional at Wellesley Country Club in Massachusetts where he spent the last six years. With ten years of experience in the private country club industry, he has learned how to serve our members' needs as well as what it takes to be a golf professional. Kevin has a passion for teaching the game of golf and loves teaching players of all ages and skill levels. Kevin will run our indoor golf simulator in the off-season and will be available for lessons all year.    

JAKE SHEPHERD
First Assistant Professional
National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer.
[email protected]
970 923 0305

Jake is a Personal Trainer at the Snowmass Club and is working on Titleist Performance Institute Accreditation. After a career in football, Jake found the game of Golf. He went from 330 pounds to 220 pounds and a 20 handicap to a 1.8 handicap. This demonstrates his dedication to health and fitness in order to help his golf performance.

COLTER ZWIEG
First Assistant Professional
[email protected]
970 923 0305

JOANNE KATES
Golf Retail Manager
[email protected]
970 923 0897

Joanne Kates is a native New Yorker, but as family moved was primarily raised in South Florida until moving to California after College.  A Buyer/Merchandiser in the golf industry, her employment with the Snowmass Club Golf Pro Shop began back in 2005 through 2012.  She continued buying for other golf courses, both in Massachusetts and Colorado, from 2013 until returning to the Snowmass Club in 2018 as the golf department’s Retail Manager.  Her extensive knowledge of the golf industry keeps her at the forefront of golfs latest trends.  With the seasonality of our area, in winter,  Joanne has taught skiing for 38 years, first in Mammoth, California; until moving to the Roaring Fork Valley in 2001 to teach skiing for the Aspen/Snowmass Ski School as a Private Lesson instructor and member of the Training Staff.  After returning to the Snowmass Club in 2018, her impact is noticeable in the quality of merchandise and shop appearance, elevating the club as a premier private facility in the valley. 

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