FLINT HILLS NATIONAL GOLF CLUB - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- PGA Head Golf Professional
Andy graduated from Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas, in 2002, and has been with Flint Hills National since 2003. Andy manages the caddies, service and sales staff, golf course play, and the driving range. He also gives individual and group lessons and manages the golf shop inventory.
Christina Gusella joined the Flint Hills National team in April 2022, having previously overseen the Food & Beverage Department at Capital City Club in Atlanta, Georgia. Christina is passionate about all things hospitality and, over the past decade, her private club experience has led her from the Washington DC Metro Area to Houston, Texas, to Georgia and now to the Midwest. Christina's responsibilities at FHNGC include overseeing Clubhouse operations and managing the Food & Beverage team. You can find her throughout the Club or checking on lodges daily.
Corey grew up in Andover Kansas before attending a small school in central Kansas where he played baseball before heading to Kansas State University to receive his degree in Horticulture. Corey moved to Norman, Oklahoma after graduation for a position at Jimmie Austin Golf Club. In July of 2017 Corey started at Flint Hills National and has been responsible for chemical processes including application and budget management.
Dave has been with Flint Hills National since 1996, and manages golf operation as the director of golf. Dave brings many years of golf experience to Flint Hills National. He was an assistant golf professional at Crestview Country Club from 1987 to 1996 and has been a PGA member since 1991.
Dylan joined the Flint Hills team in 2012. His passion for working on golf courses started at a very young age. In fact, his first job was here at Flint Hills National, caddying for members at age 14. Since then, Dylan has gone on to earn his bachelor's degree in golf course management from Kansas State University. He has been a member of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America for over 12 years and has volunteered for several USGA tournaments, including the U.S. Open. Using his knowledge and experience, Dylan ensures daily playing conditions are of championship caliber.
Jeff originally joined Flint Hills National Golf Club as a member in 1997, and has been president of the club since 2003. Jeff's involvement in the community includes sitting on the boards of the Sedgwick County Zoo, Wichita Collegiate School, Youth Entrepreneurs of Kansas (YEK), and Capitol Federal Bank. Jeff's primary responsibilities at the club are membership recruitment and retention, as well as generating operating revenue.
Meredith Duncan lines up a short birdie putt. The U.S. Women's Amateur Championship is on the line. Her opponent, Nicole Perrot, watches from the sidelines. It's been a tough, back-and-forth battle: 10 birdies for each player, with match-play concessions. Duncan takes her shot - and sinks it. Veteran observers call it one of the greatest finals in USGA history.
Mike joined the FHN team in March of 2020. He has been in the restaurant and club industry for over 30 years. Starting out bartending working through to Executive Chef into GM. Most recently he was the Clubhouse Manager for and Wichita Country Club and Crestview Country Club. You can find him throughout the club or checking on Lodges daily.
Job Titles:
- Golf Course Superintendent
Paul began at Flint Hills National in January 1996 during construction of the course. He has been a member of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America for 25 years and has been employed in the golf course maintenance industry for over 33 years. Paul is responsible for overseeing the playing conditions of the golf course and the 240 acres it encompasses.
Kristy started working in the floral industry in 1996. She spent 12 years as a Floral Manager before joining Flint Hills in 2010. During her time at Flint Hills she has managed and worked at cultivating the amazing landscaping around the grounds. Kristie manages a team continuous working on the designs of the flowers, centerpieces and decorations around the clubhouse and property.
Christina Gusella joined the Flint Hills National team in April 2022, having previously overseen the Food & Beverage Department at Capital City Club in Atlanta, Georgia. Christina is passionate about all things hospitality and, over the past decade, her private club experience has led her from the Washington DC Metro Area to Houston, Texas, to Georgia and now to the Midwest. Christina's responsibilities at FHNGC include overseeing Clubhouse operations and managing the Food & Beverage team. You can find her throughout the Club or checking on lodges daily.
Corey grew up in Andover Kansas before attending a small school in central Kansas where he played baseball before heading to Kansas State University to receive his degree in Horticulture. Corey moved to Norman, Oklahoma after graduation for a position at Jimmie Austin Golf Club. In July of 2017 Corey started at Flint Hills National and has been responsible for chemical processes including application and budget management.
Dave has been with Flint Hills National since 1996, and manages golf operation as the director of golf. Dave brings many years of golf experience to Flint Hills National. He was an assistant golf professional at Crestview Country Club from 1987 to 1996 and has been a PGA member since 1991.
Mike joined the FHN team in March of 2020. He has been in the restaurant and club industry for over 30 years. Starting out bartending working through to Executive Chef into GM. Most recently he was the Clubhouse Manager for and Wichita Country Club and Crestview Country Club. You can find him throughout the club or checking on Lodges daily.
Paul began at Flint Hills National in January 1996 during construction of the course. He has been a member of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America for 25 years and has been employed in the golf course maintenance industry for over 33 years. Paul is responsible for overseeing the playing conditions of the golf course and the 240 acres it encompasses.
Riley comes to us with experience working in the Reflection Ridge golf operation as well as in the insurance industry. His love of golf , great personality and a well-known work ethic are what will propel him into helping us maintain the level of service that you members have come to expect!
Seth was a golf standout at Winfield High School and Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas. He went on to win several individual tournaments, including back-to-back individual KCAC Conference Championships. His sophomore year was highlighted by being chosen as a NAIA All-American. Seth's approach to instruction is to help players maximize their potential by treating every student as an individual, in which they have a unique development plan based off their strengths, weaknesses and physical abilities. Seth enjoys helping students of all ability levels achieve their goals through performance-based coaching.
Chef Todd Schneekloth came to Flint Hills National in July 2021, having previously served as Executive Chef at Lawrence Country Club and at various upscale hotels in the Kansas City area. Prior to living in Kansas, Chef Todd lived in Atlanta, Georgia, where he mastered the art of fine dining as Sous Chef at two elite restaurants. Chef embarked on his culinary career following his military service, and his experience has led him all over the country - from Iowa to Florida to Georgia and beyond. He is excited to now be leading the culinary team at Flint Hills National and be serving delicious, consistent food to our membership.
Tom joined the Flint Hills National team before the course was even built. He worked with Tom Devlin in 1995 to develop this world-class golf course. He has been involved in many entrepreneurial ventures, and throughout all of them has fostered his love for golf.
Zack graduated from Rutgers University in 2017 and joined the Flint Hills National team in 2019. He has been employed in the Golf course industry since 2010 and has been a member of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America since 2016. With his drive and experience, Zack effectively and efficiently ensures day to day aesthetics and playability of the golf course.
Job Titles:
- Assistant PGA Golf Professional
Riley comes to us with experience working in the Reflection Ridge golf operation as well as in the insurance industry. His love of golf , great personality and a well-known work ethic are what will propel him into helping us maintain the level of service that you members have come to expect!
Job Titles:
- Director of Instruction & Club Fitting
Seth was a golf standout at Winfield High School and Southwestern College in Winfield, Kansas. He went on to win several individual tournaments, including back-to-back individual KCAC Conference Championships. His sophomore year was highlighted by being chosen as a NAIA All-American. Seth's approach to instruction is to help players maximize their potential by treating every student as an individual, in which they have a unique development plan based off their strengths, weaknesses and physical abilities. Seth enjoys helping students of all ability levels achieve their goals through performance-based coaching.
Chef Todd Schneekloth came to Flint Hills National in July 2021, having previously served as Executive Chef at Lawrence Country Club and at various upscale hotels in the Kansas City area. Prior to living in Kansas, Chef Todd lived in Atlanta, Georgia, where he mastered the art of fine dining as Sous Chef at two elite restaurants. Chef embarked on his culinary career following his military service, and his experience has led him all over the country - from Iowa to Florida to Georgia and beyond. He is excited to now be leading the culinary team at Flint Hills National and be serving delicious, consistent food to our membership.
Job Titles:
- Founder
- Owner
- Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Devlin Enterprises
- Member of the Royal
Tom Devlin is chairman and chief executive officer of Devlin Enterprises, a diversified investment holding company based in Wichita, KS. His investments include positions in multiple operating companies in the hospitality, retail, manufacturing, automotive, energy and real estate industries.
He is known for having founded, in 1973, Rent-A-Center, Inc., which, under his leadership as CEO, developed into the nation's largest rent-to-own chain. The company went public in 1983 and subsequently sold to Thorn EMI in late 1987.
Tom joined the Flint Hills National team before the course was even built. He worked with Tom Devlin in 1995 to develop this world-class golf course. He has been involved in many entrepreneurial ventures, and throughout all of them has fostered his love for golf.
Zack graduated from Rutgers University in 2017 and joined the Flint Hills National team in 2019. He has been employed in the Golf course industry since 2010 and has been a member of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America since 2016. With his drive and experience, Zack effectively and efficiently ensures day to day aesthetics and playability of the golf course.