About Mike

Mike was born in Missoula, Montana and grew up in Portland, Oregon. He attended Oregon State University where he received his Bachelor's degree in Business, specifically in Hotel, Restaurant and Tourism Management. While at OSU he married his wife Shemi, a rival University of Oregon Duck – never a dull moment in his house! Mike is a Club Management Association of America scholarship recipient and has achieved his Certified Club Manager and Honor Society accreditations. During his career, Mike has worked at clubs in six states ranging from Lancaster Country Club in Pennsylvania to the Spokane Club in Washington State. With over 30 years in the private club industry, including a decade in his favorite state, Colorado, he brings our team a wealth of experience and knowledge. Mike and Shemi have 2 children, Shane who lives in Portland, Oregon and Danielle who lives in Grand Junction, Colorado.

About James

A native of Big Rapids, MI, James was born into a sports family. Both parents hailed from Ferris State University and were voted into the coaching Hall of Fame. Post-graduation from Sacred Heart Academy in Mt. Pleasant, MI, he played baseball at Kellogg Community College. James finished his baseball career at Davenport University, where he also received a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management. Upon graduation, James interned for the West Michigan Whitecaps before working full-time in the front office with the Detroit Lions. James' career in sports continued at William Penn University, where he coached football and baseball. While coaching, James also achieved his Master’s Degree in Business Leadership. James' diverse sports background continued when he enrolled at Harry Wendelstedt Professional Baseball Umpire School. He spent five seasons umpiring professional baseball for the MiLB. During his umpire career, James would spend his off seasons working at various lodges and restaurants throughout Snowmass and Aspen. After medical complications ended his umpire career, James moved to Aspen full time for three years while working as Marketing and Sales Director of Dwyer Greens and Flowers as well as became the Assistant GM of the St. Moritz Lodge. James then began his career with Invited Clubs as Membership Director at the Tournament Players Club (TPC) Michigan for two seasons before joining the Aspen Glen Team.

About Sabai

Sabai was born and raised in Thailand, in a town a couple of hours north of Bangkok. Sabai earned degrees in Business Administration from both Thai and American universities with an emphasis on Hospitality Management. She was a member of the Alpha Chi National Honor Society for her academic achievements. Sabai has worked internationally in the hospitality industry for JW Marriott in Thailand and China, a Marriott in Dallas, Texas, and other brands in Colorado. She took part in a property management team on the expansion of the Choctaw Nation Resorts & Casinos in Oklahoma and openings for hotels in Denver. Sabai loves the mountain lifestyle living. She is an amateur photographer interested in nature and night sky photography. She loves to share her traditional Thai cooking with her friends and family.

About Nicole

Nicole was born and raised in Colorado Springs, Colorado and fell in love with the hospitality industry at a very young age. Nicole attended Johnson & Wales University in Denver, CO and graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science in Restaurant, Food & Beverage Management, and a concentration in Sustainable, Nature-based, Ecotourism. Without ever having been to the Roaring Fork Valley or ever swinging a golf club, Nicole moved to the valley to work at the Roaring Fork Club and knew instantly this was where she wanted to live and the industry she wanted to be in. Nicole’s other true passion is being a dog mom to her 140-pound Newfoundland, Moose.

About Dave

Dave's interest in golf was spawned as a child while hanging out with his dad and Clubmaker neighbor “Franco”, who made persimmon woods in his garage.  Dave is a Class A, PGA Certified Professional with his "Certified" accreditation being held in Teaching and Coaching.  Although Dave has played golf from a young age, he also grew up a multi-sport athlete and believes this trait is important for athletic development.  Dave enjoys spending time outdoors and, in addition to being a PGA Member, is proud to hold top accreditations through the Professional Ski Instructors of America & the American Association of Snowboard Instructors.  Most of all, Dave loves spending time on the golf course and being active with his wife Aly and daughters Braelyn and Reese.

About Nicole

Nicole is a former Division I Golfer for the University of Colorado Women’s Golf Team and has more than 35 years of golf experience. She is an LPGA Class-A Professional and combines her knowledge and passion for golf with the knowledge of biomechanics, body function & performance. She is also a Certified Golf Conditioning Specialist & Certified Professional Fitness Instructor.

About John

John was born and raised in Saint Cloud, Minnesota and attended the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, MN, where he received his Bachelor of Science in Real Estate Studies and was a member of the men’s golf team.  Upon graduation in 2013, he moved to Colorado to escape the frigid Minnesota winters. His work history includes Town And Country Club, home to the first round of golf in Minnesota in 1893,  Lakewood Country Club, and Greeley Country Club. When not at work, his hobbies include golf, anything on the water, snowboarding, and hiking with his dog, Percy.  He’s looking forward to spending time in the Roaring Fork Valley and picking up some new hobbies!

About Adam

Adam was born and raised in Kansas, and some of his fondest childhood memories were camping and hiking in Rocky Mountain National Park each summer. While attending the University of Kansas, he decided to pursue his true passion, creating remarkable culinary experiences. He attended Le Cordon Bleu Culinary School in Portland, OR, and received the Le Grande Toque award, which recognized the top graduating culinary student. After graduation, he was drawn back to the mountains and used his talents to work in Glacier National Park, Yellowstone, Mt. Rainier, and Steamboat Springs Resort before joining the Aspen Glen team. Adam is an avid hiker and has completed multiple thru-hikes, including the Pacific Crest Trail and the Colorado Trail. When not in the kitchen, you can find him somewhere on the slopes or summiting one of Colorado’s beautiful mountains.

About Jake

Jake Falke has been part of the team at Aspen Glen since 2002.  His first role was as an intern while studying golf course management at Kansas State University.  Jake had the opportunity to return full time the following year as one of the assistant superintendents.  He was promoted to Golf Course Superintendent in 2009 and really enjoys his role of working with golf maintenance team to provide top quality playing conditions for our Members.

About Tara

Tara was born and raised in Wyoming, growing up hunting, camping, hiking, and fishing. After graduating high school, Tara worked in restaurants before becoming a mother to her oldest daughter and her identical twins. Once she moved to Colorado, she attended a fitness conference and naturally found where she belonged in the fitness industry. Tara is an ISSA Certified Personal Trainer and an ISMA Certified Fitness Instructor.