Kathleen Montgomery, CCM, General Manager


Kathleen has had the privilege to serve the Members and hold the leadership role for this exceptional staff for thirteen years. Kathleen is a Certified Club Manager and a member of the Club Manager’s Association of America’s Honor Society. Kathleen is the past President of the Michigan Club Manager’s Association. In Kathleen’s free time she enjoys traveling, boating, volunteering for local charities, and cooking. Kathleen resides on Walloon Lake. 2010 marks Kathleen’s 32nd year of commitment to the Club Industry and feels that the business of Members is a most rewarding career. “A positive outlook, continuous improvement and education, and affirmative growth are paramount in exceeding the expectations of the Members of BHYC!”  kmontgomery@bayharboryc.com

 

 

Dan Flynn,

Executive Chef

 

Dan has been providing the members with excellent cuisine for five years. His commitment to quality is exceptional and he uses locally growth produce and products in his menu items.  Dan also has implemented an aggressive recycling plan for the kitchen and uses only healthy ingredients in his preparations.  Dan received his culinary training at Grand Rapids Community College. Dan lives in Charlevoix with his wife Larissa and daughter Aidan. In Dan’s free time he likes to volunteer at his daughter’s school and other community charities. Dan enjoys working at a Club with “World Class Amenities and Northern Michigan Hospitality”.

 dfylnn@bayharboryc.com

 

 

Patrick Fowler, Director of Dining Services


Patrick has worked in the service industry since 1970, spending 30 years at the Pier in Harbor Springs. He has served the members of the Club for seven seasons. Patrick enjoys hunting, fishing, boating, gardening and mushrooming in his off hours. Patrick serves as our “expert” mushroom guide on the Annual Club Mushroom Hunt and is well known to Club members as "the tomato man" as he grows hundreds of varieties of heirloom tomatoes. He lives in Charlevoix County with long time friend Leslie.

“There is nothing I won’t do to make our Members happy”.

pfowler@bayharboryc.com

 

 

James Maclean, Beverage Manager and Wine Buyer

James has served some of the finest wines and beverages to members for over nine years. James resides in Harbor Springs. He attended Northern Michigan University majoring in International Studies. James recently completed his Introductory Sommelier Course. James spends his free time boating, cycling, surfing and enjoys visiting Chile, South America for six weeks each year experiencing the culture and touring area vineyards in search of wonderful wines for the Club. James lives by the rule that “The Member, who is made to feel important, feels loyal to the Club”.  jmaclean@bayharboryc.com

 

 

John Viol, CMA

Controller

John has been with the Club for over four years. He attended Michigan State University and received a Bachelors degree in Finance. John resides with his wife Becky and daughter Lauren in Horton Bay. John is a Certified Management Accountant. John has experience in information systems and computer science and is a member of the Hospitality Financial Technology Accountants. John’s main-focus at the Club is, “maintaining a state of the art accounting department and providing excellent support and services for all the Members”. jviol@bayharboryc.com

 

 

Holly Curtis, Director of Housekeeping


Although you might not always see Holly, the work that she provides is of utmost importance to the Club. Over the last nine years, the polished brass, the shampooed carpets and the touch up painting is a part of Holly’s commitment to excellence. Holly lives in Petoskey with her significant other Dan and a family of three. Holly enjoys going to the beach in the summer, waterfall hunting, hiking and spending time with her family. Holly’s main focus at the Club is to offer nice products in the locker rooms and keeping the Club immaculate for the Members. Holly is pursuing a degree in Social Work. “Holly’s staff’s superior service is our member’s pleasure!” hcurtis@bayharboryc.com

 

 

 

 

Cristina Jamo,

Event Planner

 

Cristina graduated from Michigan State University (MSU) obtaining a degree in Advertising with a specialization in Public Relations.  Her college career included internships in Marketing and Communications, as well as Special Events.  She was involved in the MSU Public Relations Student Society of America chapter, and an Executive Board member for the MSU Advertising Association.  Cristina enjoys spending time outdoors with friends and family.  “BHYC offers a welcoming, exciting atmosphere with quality service to our Members.” cjamo@bayharboryc.com

 

 

Rod White, Facilities Manager

Rod has enjoyed overseeing the physical operations of the Club for ten years. Rod and his staff are responsible for maintaining the beautiful Clubhouse and surrounding grounds. Rod has spent over thirty years in the building trades and is a certified pool operator, and heating and air conditioning technician. Rod is married to Peggy and lives in Alanson. Rod enjoys golfing, spending time in the woods and enjoying time with his six children and thirteen grandchildren (and counting!) “My staff and I take great pride in the work we do keeping the building and grounds looking beautiful for our Members.” rwhite@bayharboryc.com

 
   

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Sharyn Olliffe, CMP,

Director of Membership & Marketing

Sharyn has been with the Club for over thirteen years and has served as Administrative Assistant, Event Planner and currently the Director of Membership & Marketing. Sharyn has achieved the third segment of the Certified Marketing Professional certification. Sharyn resides with her husband Larry and cats Molly & Katie on Walloon Lake. Her favorite pass times are boating, gardening and spending time with her grandchildren. Sharyn believes “The Bay Harbor Yacht Club is a place where total member satisfaction is the main goal. Personal service, flawless execution and in-depth experience translate into extraordinary results. In every situation, our Club team is committed to anticipating and surpassing the expectations of our members”. solliffe@bayharboryc.com