WESTBOROUGH COUNTRY CLUB - Key Persons
Originally from upstate New York, Chris has lived in St. Louis since 1980. He has lived in Kirkwood his entire adult life after graduating from The University of Missouri-Columbia with a Bachelor's degree in Economics. He loves the area and consider it the best part of the St. Louis area. He has been a very active member of various school and church groups in Kirkwood through the years and has enjoyed all of it very much.
Diane Davis has been a certified fitness professional for over 20 years. She holds multiple certifications in personal training and group exercise instruction with many specialty-type certifications and years of experience in training, teaching and managing fitness teams. Diane was an AAFA (now NASM) certification specialist for over 15 years and had the opportunity to present the certification training for those looking to become professionals in the industry. Diane has worked with many different populations including kids, seniors, firefighters, athletes, and Parkinsons patients. She loves working with everyone to achieve the health, fitness, and wellness they desire. Diane enjoys teaching group exercise classes, lifting weights, running, being outside, and watching football (especially the Steelers!)
Hank and his wife Nikki moved to St. Louis from Huntsville, Alabama, almost 10 years ago, where joining Westborough helped them find a sense of community in a new city. He is a graduate of Auburn University ("War Eagle") with a Bachelor's of Science. He and Nikki have two boys, Bing (age 13) and Booth (age 10). They look forward to Westborough being a major part of their lives for many years to come.
Jeff was born in West Des Moines, Iowa and moved to St Louis at age 13. He attended Lafayette High School and Southeast Missouri State University. He and his family live close to the club in Webster Groves. They love the area, community, and schools, and are active within all three. Jeff and his wife Coleen have enjoyed watching their kids embrace Westborough and utilize all the great amenities.
Job Titles:
- Member of by - Laws Committee
Jeff grew up in Kansas City but moved to St. Louis in 1999 with his wife after graduating law school. They then moved to Webster in 2002. They love the area and schools, and couldn't be happier that they've found a fun club right in our back yard. As a board member, Jeff wants to do all he can to be attentive to the needs and requests of the membership while upholding a fiscal responsibility for the best interest of the club.
Jeffrey B. Field is a graduate of the New Mexico State University PGA Professional Golf Management Program with a Business Administration degree in May of 2000. In August 2003 he was elected to PGA Membership and in March 2004 was promoted to the Head Professional position at Fox Run Golf Club. Jeffrey served the ownership and membership of the club proudly until February of 2019. Most recently, Jeffrey has been working for PGA Magazine as a Relationship Manager. His role entailed the facilitation of teaching and clubfitting conferences, merchandising seminars, and coordinating travel retreats for golf professionals and their members to a variety of destinations around the country. Jeffrey enjoys coaching youth basketball and fishing in his free time. His favorite golf destination is Bandon Dunes Golf Resort in Oregon where he has traveled multiple times with groups.
As a south Florida native, Jeffrey has worked in Aquatics for over 10 years and has held positions such as Ocean Rescue Lifeguard, Swim Instructor, Swim/Water Polo Coach, Assistant Aquatics Director, and many more. Jeffrey strives to make a positive impact on the Saint Louis community by educating individuals of all ages about water safety. Teaching CPR and lifeguarding classes to new students is another passion of his as he is able to help others find their love for aquatics. He is excited to be part of the Westborough team. And even better, you'll see Jeffrey around the Club year-round, as leading up to the season he will be assisting Shane on a number of projects.
Job Titles:
- Director of Events and Catering
Job Titles:
- Assistant General Manager
Jessica graduated in May 2023 from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, AR, where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Advertising and a Bachelor of Science in Political Science. She has acquired experience in various sectors including broadcast journalism, public relations, and brand marketing. Jessica is excited to join the family-friendly Club atmosphere and help to create a special environment for members and their loved ones.
Jim graduated from Lake Forest College with a degree in business and economics. After college Jim became the Clubhouse Manager at North Shore Country Club where he had previously served in various capacities since age 15. Jim then spent three years as Assistant General Manager of the prestigious Skokie Country Club in Glencoe IL before settling in as General Manager of Elgin Country Club for 26 years. Jim Came to Westborough in the fall of 2016 with his personal mission, "To enhance the lives of our Members and Staff".
Jim has served on multiple boards in the past: WCC Board Member for 3 years, Affton Hockey Board, Missouri Hockey Youth Division Board, Missouri Hockey Junior Hockey League (based out of Michigan), represented CSHL at USA Hockey level in Colorado, and St. Louis Amateur Hockey Hall of Fame Board. He and his wife have enjoyed their 8 years at WCC. Jim feels that it is an honor that he has been able to remain on the WCC Board and help with the continuation of what is already a great club. He recognizes the importance of gathering as a board, dissecting various ideas, coming to an agreement, and then support and follow through with the Board's decisions.
Job Titles:
- Assistant Food & Beverage Director
John was born in Washington, Missouri and went to school at Truman State University. He and his wife, Tricia, have lived in the Webster Groves/Kirkwood area for the past 20 years, and his family has enjoyed their time at Westborough.
Karim is originally from Canada where he earned a World Junior Ranking at age 17 and finished multiple years with National Rankings in the top-20. He played collegiate tennis at McGill University in Montreal and Maryville University in St. Louis. Karim has been a head coach at the collegiate level for 9 years and is currently at Westborough for his 19th season.
Kelly grew up in Kirkwood, was married and happily raised 4 children. After holding an office position for 7 years she was convinced she was much more suited to working with her hands and completed the massage therapy program at Midwest Institute. Kelly has found massage to be very rewarding and life giving. During her 8 years as a massage therapist she has become skilled at Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage. She combines the two to give her clients an experience of deep and complete relaxation while releasing areas of injury and pain. During her 6 years working alongside a chiropractor she has learned techniques that assist in the increased mobility of the neck, shoulders and hips. Kelly looks forward to meeting the members of Westborough.
Kelly is certified as a Personal Trainer through the American Council on Exercise (ACE). She also has her USAW Weightlifting Sports Performance Coaching certification. She believes that you shouldn't wait until you reach goals to be proud of yourself. Be proud of yourself for each step that you take towards reaching that goal! Her strengths as a trainer are general weight loss and fitness, strength gains, and improved flexibility/mobility. She incorporates intervals, flexibility and strength training into all of her workout programs.
Originally from Oklahoma, Kennedy has lived in St. Louis for over 25-years. He graduated with a bachelor's degree in Finance from the University of Missouri- St. Louis in 1996 and has been in banking since 1995 and co- founded Triad Bank in 2005. Kennedy has been a member of Westborough for over six years and has been on the Board of Governors for the past five years. Kennedy feels that it has been an honor to serve on the Board and he is very excited about the direction in which the club is heading. He feels that our membership at the club is second to none and he and his family are so happy to be part of it! He looks forward to continuing to serve on the Board to work with membership and management to build on all our recent success.
Job Titles:
- Assistant Golf Professional
Job Titles:
- Course & Grounds Superintendent
Originally from McLeansboro, IL, Matt graduated with a B.S. in Political Science from Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau. He has lived in St. Louis since graduating from SLU law school in 2004. He currently lives in Richmond Heights and is active in golf and basketball.
Matt Rohm, originally from Indianapolis, has lived in the Webster Groves area for the past 20 years. After a two-year work assignment in Shanghai, China ended in 2009, Matt and his family joined Westborough CC upon their return. Matt's family has been actively involved in the club the past 11+ years thoroughly enjoying all the junior programs, golf, tennis, fitness and of course Bendelow's. Matt received his undergraduate degree from Bradley University in Industrial Engineering and his MBA from Washington University, St Louis. Currently Matt is the Chief Financial Officer at Metal Exchange Corporation, a global leader in metals trading and manufacturing. Matt is an Advisory Board Member at John O'Leary Live Inspired and Stopper Toppers, LLC. He has also been actively involved with non-profit organizations including Holy Redeemer Parish and Chaminade College Preparatory School.
Michelle is certified as both a Group Exercise Instructor and a Certified Personal Trainer with American Council on Exercise (ACE). Michelle has taught a variety of group exercise classes for over 15 years in the St. Louis area. Her strengths and interests as a trainer include weight loss, strength conditioning, interval, dynamic and functional training. Michelle believes in creative workouts that incorporate activities clients enjoy.
Job Titles:
- Food and Beverage Director
Rich is a graduate of Western Illinois University with a degree is exercise science and University of Kansas with a masters in sport administration. Rich is certified as a strength and conditioning specialist with the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA) and a corrective exercise specialist with the National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM).
Job Titles:
- Member of the Membership Committee
Scott was born and raised in the St. Louis area and went to high school at Parkway West. He graduated from the University of Missouri-Columbia and received an MBA from Webster University. He met his wife, Lexie, at Mizzou, and they have lived in the Kirkwood area for about 17 years. He has enjoyed coaching his daughters' teams and watching them grow at WCC sports in tennis, swimming, and golf. He would much rather be on the beach or pool than at his house or work. He enjoys golfing at WCC with the dozens of members he has known since college, middle school, high school, and at least one from elementary school.
Job Titles:
- Property Operations Manager
Tom was born and raised in St. Louis and is a graduate of Christian Brothers College High School and The University of Missouri-St. Louis. He and his wife Cathy have lived in Warson Woods for the past 20 years. He enjoys golfing, hunting, and spending time with family and friends.
Trudy is certified through ACE (American Council on Exercise) as a Personal Trainer, Group Exercise Instructor, Health Coach and certified in the Functional Movement Screening (FMS). Her favorite format is strength and cardio intervals for a concise full body workout, also incorporating exercises for multi joint movements, increased balance and functional mobility. From beginner to advanced levels, there is such a variety to do to get to one's goals, whether it's weight loss, strength gains or just a better working body or quality of life; Trudy loves figuring out how to get her clients to their goals.
Bill has spent the majority of his life in St. Louis including receiving his BSBA in Marketing from St. Louis University and his MBA from Washington University. For the past 18 years, he and his family have lived in Webster Groves and he has been extremely active with his parish and his children's schools including volunteer service on many boards and committees, as well as coaching several of his children's CYC teams. Since joining Westborough, Bill and his family have enjoyed many different activities and events over the years. Bill appreciates the opportunity to further engage with our club as part of the Board of Governors. With the upcoming changes planned for the club and the continued enthusiasm of our members and staff to expand activities/events, he looks forward to contributing to the success of our club and to supporting decisions in the best interests of our members for years to come.
Originally born in Panama, Yari moved to the United States at the age of 8 with his parents. He moved to St. Louis about 26 years ago from Oklahoma, where he attended Oklahoma State University. Yari received his BSBA in Finance with a minor in Accounting. He currently lives in Warson Woods and has been very active with both daughters' school and sports, having coached both girls in soccer and basketball through the years. He is actively involved with non-profit organizations, including Nerinx Hall, where both of his daughters now attend school.
Job Titles:
- Associate Golf Professional
Zoe graduated from St. Louis University Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in History. She is currently enrolled in the Professional Golf Management Program and is striving to obtain a Membership status in the PGA. She began her career as an Assistant Golf Professional at Gateway National Golf Links and Club Manager at Columbia Golf Club and The Bridges. Zoe's favorite part about Westborough is being at a private course and establishing relationship with members!