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Meet the Team

  • Administration & Accounting
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      casey thomas

      general manager/coo

      (804) 381-5624
      [email protected]

      As the General Manager and Chief Operating Officer of the Westwood Club, Casey oversees all day-to-day operations of the Club and staff. Casey has complete responsibility for all aspects of the Club’s activities and operations. He develops, implements, and administers the policies of the Club as directed by the Board of Directors. He enforces operational policies and procedures to support the Club's standards in all areas while focusing on the financial goals of the Club. Casey is responsible for the proper maintenance of all Club assets and the long-term financial health of the Club. Casey is always available to meet with members. He is the newest member to the Westwood team, joining us in January of 2022. 

       

      Bob Colarossi

      Controller

      (804) 381-5627
      [email protected]
      Bob joined the Westwood team in 2010 as the Club Controller. His chief focus is the vitality and health of all financial aspects of the Club. He manages the Club's expenses and revenues and works closely with the General Manager to meet the financial goals set forth each year. He also assists the GM and Board in creating long-term financial planning for Westwood. Bob is responsible for generating annual budgets as well as the Club's annual report, banking business, member billing, delinquent accounts and vendor payments. Bob serves on the Club's Finance Committee and reports directly to the Club's General Manager.

       

      Jade Meredith

      Club Administrator

      (804) 381-5628
      [email protected]
      As Club Administrator, Jade handles a little bit of everything! Her chief responsibilities include managing Accounts Receivable and Member accounts, billing and payment processing, as well as new employee on-boarding, guidance and orientation. Jade joined the Westwood team in 2019 and reports to the Controller.

  • Membership & Marketing
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      Leslie Cross

      Membership & Marketing Director

      (804) 381-5632
      [email protected]

      Leslie comes to the Club most recently from Edward Jones where she worked with both clients and financial advisors to ensure the highest level of service. Before Edward Jones, Leslie worked for the Girl Scouts of the Commonwealth of Virginia. She spent 7 years building girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. Leslie brought nearly 1000 girls and adults into the movement each year. Leslie comes to us from the sunny shores of California. She was born in Los Angeles, but grew up in the beautiful Bay Area. Leslie graduated from California State University at Sacramento, with a bachelor’s degree in business communications.  

       

       

      Courtney Fretwell

      Membership & Marketing assistant 
      (804) 381-5626
      [email protected]

      Courtney, the membership and marketing assistant, works closely with Leslie to handle all communications for the club. Her top priority is to ensure that the club's message is clearly communicated to all members and the wider community. She manages the club's social media platforms and creates newsletters with a blend of creativity and strategic thinking. With a CIS degree, a passion for creating, and a drive to foster meaningful connections and exceptional member experiences, Courtney is an incredibly valuable asset to the Westwood team.  

  • Clubhouse, Dining & Events
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      zACH FOX

      clubhouse manager

      (804) 381-5625
      zfox@westwoodclub.net

      Zach oversees the clubhouse operations including all food & beverage services, as well as the grounds at Westwood.  Zach joined Westwood as the Clubhouse Manager in February 2024 and reports to the General Manager, and also serves on the House Committee. 

       

      Heidi Timothy

      Assistant Clubhouse Manager

      (804) 539-1487
      [email protected]
      Heidi is here to support the Clubhouse Manager and to develop relationships with members to ensure they are satisfied with the Club. She is responsible for creating dining and bar policies, and following food and safety regulations. Heidi hires, trains and supervises dining staff and bartenders. Heidi joined the team in July 2022 and reports to the Clubhouse Manager.

       

      Reece Stamm

      Assistant Clubhouse Manager

      (804) 539-1487
      [email protected]
      Having worked in a multitude of customer-service-oriented jobs Reece is no stranger when it comes to providing a positive, memorable experience. Reece received his degree in Hotel, Restaurant, and Tourism Management back in 2015 and has since been given the opportunity to work across the country, even halfway across the Pacific in Hawaii, in a huge variety of operations such as Casino Resorts, Boutique Hotels, and even a few amusement parks. He brings a passion and wealth of knowledge when it comes to service and bar operations, having had a hand in several beverage programs up to this point in his career. Creating a specialty cocktail for your next event or something delicious to sip casually by the pool all day is something he really enjoys and would be more than happy to do for members.

       

      Ken Lowrie

      Executive Chef

      (804) 381-5637
      [email protected]
      Chef Ken is responsible for all the Club’s culinary offerings. This includes the development, pricing, and implementation of all menus from the seasonal snack shop, the Westwood Grill, to our restaurant menus as well as private event menus. He has a strong focus on quality control, member satisfaction and controlling the costs pertaining to food and the day-to-day operations of running a professional kitchen. Chef Ken’s previous culinary experience includes Auburn Hill Senior Living, Jefferson Lakeside Country Club (now Lakeside Park Club), and The Country Club of Virginia.  Chef Ken joined Westwood in the summer of 2022 and he reports directly to the General Manager. 

      Ebony Aldridge

      Executive Sous Chef

      (804) 381-5637
      [email protected]
      Ebony assists with menu concepts, development and trains the kitchen staff. Her ultimate goal is to ensure members have an incredible dining experience. Ebony joined the Westwood team in 2016 when she started making sauces and soups--a favorite amongst the members! Ebony is happy to assist members with any questions regarding Westwood's culinary offerings. She reports to the Executive Chef.

       

      Sarah Young

      Member Events Director

      (804) 884-8307
      [email protected]
      Sarah first joined Westwood in 2015 in the Racquet Sports Department, and after six years of learning the ins-and-outs of full-service, Club events, she transferred to Westwood’s Banquet and Member Event Director position in 2022. Sarah will continue to report to the General Manager and will oversee all banquet events, Westwood catering, and member events throughout the year! Sarah thrives on the detailed and organizational aspects (and fun!) of planning events - birthday parties, weddings, reunions, and more. She is more than happy to help answer any questions regarding events at Westwood. Reach out to Sarah for your next event or catering opportunity!

  • Fitness
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      john christmas

      INTERIM Fitness & Aquatics Director

      [email protected]

      John currently teaches group exercise classes and provides personal training at Westwood. 

  • Facilities
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      John Jennings

      Facilities Manager

      (804) 381-5638
      [email protected]
      As Facilities Manager, John's main focus is on the function, structure and physical safety of the building, grounds and property of the Club. John and his staff work to ensure that the Club is presented at its best at all times. John manages all the maintenance and housekeeping staff and reports to the General Manager.

       

      Kelly Jennings

      Housekeeping Supervisor

      (804) 884-8301
      [email protected]
      As the housekeeping supervisor Kelly's main focus is the appearance of the facility. She works diligently alongside her team to make sure the entire building is clean, sanitized, and disinfected. She also makes sure supplies and amenities are stocked and provided to membership on a daily basis. Contact Kelly to turn in or claim "Lost & Found" items, as well. Kelly manages all housekeeping staff and reports to the Clubhouse Manager.

  • Pro Shop
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      MIGUEL CASTRO

      DIRECTOR OF RACQUET SPORTS

      [email protected]
      With more than 20 years of racquet experience, Miguel Castro brings a wealth of knowledge on and off court. Miguel joined the Westwood Club in 2007 as a Westwood Pro, and in 2022 he was promoted to Director of Racquet Sports where he will oversee the pro shop, tennis, squash and pickleball programs. Interested in learning more about our Racquet Sports program? Email Miguel today!   

  • Youth
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      Aleeya Mills

      Youth Coordinator 

      (804) 381-5633 - Kids Club
      [email protected]
      Aleeya joined the Westwood team in 2022 as the Youth Coordinator. She oversees the day-to-day operations of Kids Club including: programming, implementation, staffing, member reservations and billing, as well as, budget planning and management. Aleeya designs and implements youth camps and seasonal family events, and develops partnerships with community providers to bring additional youth opportunities such as dance and fitness classes to Westwood families. Aleeya works closely with all Club departments and reports to the Fitness & Aquatics Director.

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