Our Team
Frank Petitti
General Manager
Serving since 2017
561-743-9100 ext. 8750
About Frank
Before moving to South Florida in 1997, Frank lived in Michigan, where he was raised. He attended Michigan State University graduating with a Finance/Insurance degree. Frank began his Golf career in the early 90s and has been a Class A Member of the PGA of America for over 20 years. Frank became Head Golf Professional at PGA National Golf Club in 1997 where he worked for 8 years creating unforgettable golf experiences for all members and guests. From 2005-2014, Frank held the position of Director of Golf & Amenities at Frenchman’s Reserve in Palm Beach Gardens as well as serving as their Interim General Manager from 2014-2015. In 2016, Frank assumed the role of General Manager of Parkland Golf and Country Club. Frank brings with him a wealth of club knowledge, high energy and a leadership style that will be welcomed by the staff and members alike.
Alexandra de Laski
Office Manager & Accounting
Serving since 2022
About Alexandra
Alexandra joined Jupiter Country Club in October 2022, bringing her vibrant spirit and diverse interests to the team. A proud UF Gator, she graduated with a BA in Economics, where her enthusiasm extended beyond academics to activities like bowling, ice skating, and even archery. In her downtime, Alexandra finds joy in taking walks with friends, spending time with her dogs, watching movies, and traveling to new places.
Beth Gili
Membership Director
Serving since 2016
561-576-6899
About Beth
Born and raised in Clearwater, Florida, Beth has always cherished her state's vibrant culture and natural beauty. She earned a BS in Business Management with a Minor in Hospitality and Tourism Management from Florida Atlantic University (FAU) before joining JCC in 2016. Starting in Food & Beverage, Beth quickly excelled, moving to Office Manager/Accounting in 2021 and now serves as Membership Director, enhancing community spirit at JCC. A true Floridian, Beth loves soaking up the sun, hitting the beach, and going to sporting events, but her greatest joy is spending time with her dogs.
Kayla Collingwood
Member Experience Director
Serving since 2022
About Kayla
Born in raised in sunny South Florida, Kayla has always had a knack for blending creativity with strategy. With a passion for marketing, communications, and photography, she honed her skills at Parkland Golf & Country Club where she held various roles in Marketing, Communications, and Membership, before joining Jupiter Country Club as our Member Experience Director. Kayla takes pride in overseeing our Club marketing and communications, managing our website and mobile app, running our social media outlets, and planning and executing Member events. Outside of the office, you can find her embracing the Florida lifestyle with yoga sessions, long-distance running, blissful boat days with her boyfriend, and spending quality time with their cherished trio of dogs!
Heinrich Zondagh
Food & Beverage Director
Serving since 2021
561-743-9100 ext. 8767
About Heinrich
Born and raised in Cape Town, South Africa, Heinrich’s early career includes working at Admirals Cove Country Club during the 2004-2005 season. Heinrich relocated to the United States in 2005 and joined the Toll Brothers team at Frenchman's Reserve Country Club. In 2008 he assisted with the opening of the Sports Club Facility at Jupiter Country Club & then returned to Frenchman’s Reserve Country Club to assist with opening “Parc” in 2010. In 2012 Heinrich moved to New Jersey & brought his Food & Beverage expertise to Spring Lake Golf Club. In May 2013 Heinrich joined the Parkland Golf and Country Club team as the Food and Beverage Director and was promoted in November 2018 to Golf Clubhouse Manager while at Parkland he was instrumental in creating a world-class wine program.
Christopher LoPresti
Assistant Food & Beverage Director
Serving since 2023
About Christopher
Before relocating to Jupiter in 2021, Chris had established residency in various areas of New York, including Staten Island, Warwick, and Long Island. His academic journey includes obtaining a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science with a minor in Environmental Science from the State University of New York; Binghamton (2015-2018), followed by the successful completion of his Juris Doctorate from Touro Law School in 2021. Motivated by a lifelong aspiration, Chris ventured to his cherished vacation retreat, Jupiter, Florida, post-graduation. There, he refined his hospitality acumen at reputable dining establishments before assuming a role at Jupiter Country Club. Chris brings a wealth of expertise in streamlined management and exceptional customer service to his current position. While away from work, Chris is an avid fisherman and sports enthusiast. He describes himself as an above-average fisherman and a below-average golfer.
Mark Adams
Executive Chef
Serving since 2021
About Mark
Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, Mark studied at the New York Food and Hotel Management School. His first supervisory role in the kitchen was as an executive pastry chef at Boca Point Country Club. Mark was instrumental in implementing new policies and procedures within their pastry department. After 6 years, he was offered a position at The Polo Club to open a new pastry facility where he excelled for 5 years. In 2005, Mark was offered a position at Parkland Golf and Country Club as a Sous Chef where he excelled was quickly promoted to Executive Chef. Next, Mark accepted a position at Binks Forest Country Club as Executive Chef late in 2010. After 7 years of service there, Mark accepted an Executive Chef position at a Private Community Club on Singer Island. Following his time there, Mark returned to Parkland Golf & Country Club where he spent the last 4 years. Mark is excited to join the team at Jupiter Country Club and provide our Membership with a memorable dining experience.
Jason Brown, PGA
Head Golf Professional – TPI & TrackMan Certified
Serving since 2021
561-743-9100
About Jason
Raised in upstate New York, Jason moved to South Florida in 1991. He started his golf career as an assistant professional in Wellington, FL and played in many mini-tour events. In 1997, he moved to an assistant position at Delray Dunes G&CC and started his association with the PGA, becoming a Class A Member of the PGA in 2000. From 2005 to 2021 Jason held the position of PGA Director of Golf at Lost City Golf Club. As a golf traditionalist with an understanding of the modern golf environment and industry, he values the rules and etiquette of the sport but believe in adapting to the next generation. Jason is TPI Certified for both Golf Instruction and Junior Golf. He has served as a past director of our South Florida PGA Section and Chapter, and consistently offers services to the South Florida PGA programs such as the PGA H.O.P.E. program and PGA Junior Golf.
Ryan Loeb
PGA Apprentice – TrackMan Certified
Serving since 2020
561-746-3950
About Ryan
Born and raised in Palm Beach County, Ryan graduated from University of Central Florida with a B.S. in Marketing Business Administration. In 2006, started working at Ibis Golf & Country Club in Outside Operations and quickly moving up into the Pro Shop, finally settling into a lead role in the Tournament office handling more than 325 events per year. After 7+ years Ryan made a career move to merge two of his passions into one, Marketing and Motorsports, leaving Ibis to work in the Marketing Department for Palm Beach International Raceway then getting promoted to the Director of Road Course Operations. Organizing the track portion of their private new car showcase events and test sessions with clients such as Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, Lexus, McLaren, and Professional Race Teams from Indy Car, IMSA, NASCAR, and many more. In 2020, Ryan returned to the golf industry, pursuing Class A PGA Member status by entering the PGA Associate program and began working at Bear Lakes Country Club. The pandemic ended the stint at Bear Lakes and in October 2020 he joined the team here at Jupiter Country Club to continue his golf journey!
Ernie Ojea
Assistant Golf Professional
Serving since 2023
561-743-9100 ext. 8755
About Ernie
Born and raised in Miami Beach, Ernie comes to us with a wealth of knowledge from his previous roles as Director of Golf at Club Campestre Cuscatlan in El Salvador and Head Golf Professional at Addison Reserve. Prior to that, he also held various positions at Iron Horse CC, Miami Beach CC, and Quail Ridge CC. After taking some time away from golf to pursue a career as a Middle School Science Teacher, we are thrilled to have Ernie join our team at Jupiter Country Club!
Ty Berry
Tournament Director
Serving since 2024
About Ty
Ty Berry joins the team with a wealth of experience from his previous roles at Streamsong in Bowling Green, FL, and Catta Verda Country Club in Lincoln, CA. With a passion for golf and a commitment to excellence, he looks forward to helping make the golf events here the best experience for our Members. Ty went to CSU Northridge in Los Angeles where he majored in Business Administration and brings five years of golf instruction experience to the team. Originally from Rocklin, California, he has a deep-rooted love for the sport. When he's not on the Golf Course, Ty enjoys fishing and both watching and racing dirt bikes.
Scott LeFevre, PGA
Master Instructor
Serving since 2018
561-746-3950
About Scott
Scott has been a PGA Member since 1990 and a PGA Master Teaching Professional since 1998. A native of Pennsylvania, Scott has worked at top private clubs in 16 states. As a Leadbetter Instructor in the 1990’s he taught in Austria, Spain and Portugal. Along with wife, Martha and son Carl, They have recently relocated to Jupiter from Charlotte, North Carolina, where Scott was Director of Instruction at The Club at Longview since 2008 and Swing Coach at UNC Charlotte.
Jim Moore
Golf Course Superintendent
Serving since 2014
About Jim
Jim is a graduate of North Carolina State University with a degree in Science/Recreational Grounds Management and a Bachelor of Science in Agronomy. Jim joins us from Parkland Golf and Country Club where he most recently oversaw a greens renovation from Paspalum to TifEagle. Prior to that, Jim had an 18-year career with the PGA Tour and the TPC Network where his biggest highlight was building TPC Louisiana, and subsequently hosting the PGA Tour's Zurich Classic of New Orleans.
John Thatcher
Director of Tennis
Serving since 2021
561-743-9100 ext. 8758
About John
JT is a native Floridian, born in Palm Beach Gardens. He’s been teaching tennis for over 20 years and was most recently a member of the tennis staff at Mirasol. JT enjoys working with our tennis teams, hosting clinics, round robins and Club championships. He is available for private and group lessons and loves seeing players of all levels achieve their tennis goals.
Jon Kiley
Assistant Tennis Professional
Serving since 2021
561-743-9100
About Jon
Jonathan Kiley; USPTA Elite tennis professional. Seasoned and energetic pro with 25+ years of experience working with various USTA Men’s, Ladies, and Junior teams. During this time, Jon has coached countless recreational adults and juniors to local and state championships. As a competitive college player, Jon led his Division 2 South Carolina team to the nationals, excelling in both singles and doubles. He still keeps his game sharp competing in local USTA leagues. In 2015-2016 while teaching at The Palmetto Dunes Tennis Center in Hilton Head South Carolina, he was introduced and fell in love with the game of Pickleball; the fastest growing game in the world. He has taught many beginner and intermediate classes including various levels of round-robin play. His goal as a tennis/pickleball professional is helping members get the most out of their game.
Morgan Smith Jordan
Spa & Fitness Director
Serving since 2023
561-743-9100 ext. 8759
About Morgan
Morgan grew up in the suburbs of Philadelphia, frequenting the South Jersey shore where her love of sun, surf and sand began. Sunny South Florida was a natural fit for her. Her love of health and fitness started at a young age as a competitive athlete, including many accolades in swimming over 16 years. Her passion for swimming took her to a D1 University in Philadelphia. Morgan first began at JCC in 2018 as an Aquafit Group Instructor, Personal Trainer and Swim Instructor and was soon promoted to Group Fitness Coordinator in 2021. Since then, she has transitioned into Director of Spa and Fitness in the spring of 2023. She brings a fresh perspective with her positive, friendly spirit. When she isn’t working, Morgan enjoys traveling and outdoor activities.