July 9, 2025
CREEK & CO. “TO CURATE UNMATCHED ACCESS TO OUTSTANDING FACILITIES, EXPANSIVE AMENITIES, AND INDUSTRY-LEADING HOSPITALITY.”
Have You Checked Out Our Members’ Monthly Newsletter?
The Current is your inside look at what’s happening across the Club! From upcoming events and seasonal offerings to facility updates and new programs, it’s everything our members see, and everything you should know. A new issue is distributed via email on the first of each month.
Take a minute to read the July issue of The Current —your go-to source for what’s new and next at the Club!
Leading with Hospitality Page 5
Fourth of July Recap Page 7
Trivia Challenge Winner Page 3
THE CLUBHOUSE CORNER
The opening of our beautiful new clubhouse is just around the corner, and we want everyone to get excited and ready for this new chapter!
As mentioned in previous issues of the Creek & Co. newsletter, our Food & Beverage facilities are truly outstanding, and we can’t wait for you to see everything they have to offer.
To keep the momentum going, we’ll be sharing new information each week leading up to the opening— including fun facts, updates, and sneak peeks.
Plus, we’ll be launching weekly quizzes with raffle prizes to help everyone stay engaged and informed. Stay tuned—and get ready to celebrate this exciting milestone with us!
Please scan the QR code below and submit your answers. If your answer is correct, your name will be added to our weekly drawing. All weekly winners will also be eligible to participate in a monthly raffle with exciting prizes! Good luck, and thank you for participating! THE CREEK WEEKLY TRIVIA CHALLENGE!
THE CLUBHOUSE CORNER LAST WEEK’S CHALLENGE RECAP Question: What are the names of the five restaurants featured in our new clubhouse? Answer: Greenside, Opus, The Sports Bar, Alchemy, and Lumière Greenside Opus
The Sports Bar
Alchemy
Lumiere
Congratulations to this week’s raffle winner: Amanda Marinaro- Concierge Intern! Your name has been entered into the monthly raffle for a chance to win even more exciting prizes! Thank you to everyone who participated — keep those answers coming!
EMPLOYEES AND LEADER OF THE SECOND QUARTER NOMINEES The winners will be announced on Friday, July 18, during brunch at the Beach Club. It will be a fantastic opportunity to recognize the nominees’ hard work and dedication!
Leader of the 2 Quarter Nominees nd Christianne Heady - Marketing and Communications Carolina Quilici - Food & Beverage Stacy Collins -Golf Enrico Lenz - Culinary Steve Krall - F&B
Pamela Rudd - Realty Andrea Ile - Finance Alex Kempf - Culinary Nais Lopez - Human Resource
Employee of the 2 Quarter Back of House Nominees nd Garfield Sams - Culinary Dorial Darville - Housekeeping Diana Paez - Culinary Pierre Lamarre - Housekeeping Alexa Villalobos - Human Resources Mecene Novembre - Culinary Clint Porter - Engineering Employee of the 2 Quarter Front of House Nominees nd Nicole St. Angelo - F&B Rebecca Laberge - POA Jordan MacCarthy - F&B Catherine Gillot - Fitness Jeremy MacCarthy - F&B Lauren Hickman - F&B
LEADING WITH HOSPITALITY In alignment with our vision to provide industry-leading hospitality, this ongoing feature has practical tips and information to help you elevate the member experience, improve service delivery, and empower every team member to embody excellence.
The Power of a Positive Attitude
A positive attitude is more than a smile—it’s a mindset. It means showing up with enthusiasm, patience, and a willingness to help. When we lead with positivity, hospitality flows naturally.
Anticipating needs, solving problems calmly, and communicating clearly are all key to delivering our industry-leading hospitality. Positivity brings our vision of an exceptional, effortless lifestyle to life—and helps us build meaningful connections every day in service to our members.
Positivity in the foundation of exceptional hospitality.
A POSITIVE ATTITUDE IN ACTION
Anticipate needs or offer help before being asked.
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day.
When we lead with positivity, hospitality becomes effortless — and that’s how we deliver exceptional service to our members and colleagues.
SAFETY AT FRENCHMAN’S WEEKLY SAFETY TIP
Hand Truck Safety Tips
TAKE A SAFETY SELFIE
Want to win $25? If you see a workplace hazard, take a selfie with it and send it to NLopez@frenchmanscreek.com. If your photo is verified and a work order is placed, you will receive $25 as a thank you for helping keep
Thank you to Shana Seulmot, Server, for being a true Safety Champion. Shana took initiative and reported an overflowing toilet, helping to keep our workplace safe for everyone.
Frenchman’s Creek safe! (Note: Managers are not eligible)
FOURTH OF JULY RECAP
Thank you to all the employees who worked on the Fourth of July holiday—your hard work and dedication are truly appreciated! And a special thank you to Sonja, our Purchasing Director, for coordinating the delicious donuts to help make the day a little sweeter!
David Younger, Golf Course Superintendent; Yuri Gentile, Golf Course Maintenance Manager; and the GCM Team
Pavilion decorations by Jimmy Hernandez
Pavilion decorations by Jimmy Hernandez
Sweet treats by Sonja Stumpf
We love pictures! Send your employee or event pictures to avillalobos@frenchmanscreek.com
ON PAR WITH OUR PEOPLE EMPLOYEE HANBOOK Vacation All full-time employees are eligible for a paid vacation. Vacations with pay are granted to employees based upon length of continuous service. You begin accumulating vacation days when you start working with us. Full-time employees are eligible to use accumulated days after six (6) months of continuous employment. Due to the nature of our business, vacations are encouraged during the months of May to October of each year. All vacations must be submitted through the ONLINE ADP Portal and approved by your immediate supervisor at least two (2) weeks prior to the date requesting. Do not make vacation arrangements until you have received approval from your supervisor.
Full-time employees accumulate vacation at the following rate, depending upon your employment status:
WELCOME TO THE TEAM!
ON PAR WITH OUR PEOPLE
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
AMBASSADOR IN TRAINING Our Ambassador in Training Program provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity for AIT’s to learn and expand their professional skills.
Jack Kornfield is a prominent American Buddhist teacher, author, and psychologist who played a key role in bringing mindfulness and vipassana meditation to the West. After serving in the Peace Corps in Thailand, he ordained as a monk under renowned Thai and Burmese masters, including Ajahn Chah and Mahasi Sayadaw. He later co- founded the Insight Meditation Society in Massachusetts and Spirit Rock Meditation Center in California—two leading centers for mindfulness practice in the U.S. With a Ph.D. in clinical psychology, Kornfield blends Buddhist teachings with Western psychology, making his work accessible and deeply impactful. His books, such as A Path with Heart and The Wise Heart, have inspired millions around the world.
“PETS” OF THE WEEK Meet Bambino Say hello to Bambino—the Dachshund of Steven Tofani from Take Out! Bambino is all about relaxation. He loves going to the beach and sunbathing. Erolin Alvarez, from the Dominican Republic, began her training in the Pavilion in September 2024. She recently completed her rotation in Accounting and is now training in the Purchasing Department.
Want to choose the next quote? Just send to: avillalobos@frenchmanscreek.com.
W.O.W PROGRAM
At Frenchman’s Creek, we recognize those individuals who go above and beyond their normal job duties. W.O.W: It’s a Winning Attitude, Observed Dedication, and Wonderful Smile! W.O.W Winners Get $25!
Want to feature your pet? Email your pictures to: avillalobos@frenchmanscreek.com.
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JULY ANNIVERSARIES & BIRTHDAYS
ANNIVERSARIES
BIRTHDAYS BIRTHDAY - NAME, DEPARTMENT
DAY - NAME, DEPARTMENT, YEARS 1- Carlos Sanchez - Architectural Review Board Coordinator - 1 1- Lucson Mesadieu - Landscaping - 1 9- Aaron Glueck - Communications - 1 13- Nais Lopez - Human Resources Manager - 4 14- Martin Andres-Perez - GCM - 16 14- Prophete Termidor - Landscaping - 16 14- Todd Kitchen - Director of Outside Golf Operations - 16 16- Grant Van Rooyen - Sous Chef - 1 18- Hewen Brown - Operations Manager - 2 22- Cindy Teyssedou - Beach Club Director - 11 23- Amber Thornley - F&B - 1 23- Jennifer Estebanez - Finance - 1 23- Ralph King - Culinary - 1 25- Alyssa Riegel - Director of Communications - 2 25- Robert Barczai - GCM - 2 25- Juan Trigueiro - Landscaping - 2 30- Monica Pardo - Finance - 1
1- Leon Martin - Maintenance Manager 2- Sambulo Hlongwane - Culinary 3- Tiffany Oyugi - Culinary 4- Carlos Sanchez - Architectural Review Board Coordinator 9- Yves Pierre - GCM 10- Linda George - Director Of Adminsitration 10- David Younger - Golf Course Superintendent 11- Latinha Lot - F&B 12- Stacy Collins - Director of Retail 19- Ankur Malik - F&B 20- Nicole St. Angelo - Member Relations 23- Witensky Dominique - GCM 24- Aaron Glueck - Communications 24- Thembelihle Nzimande - F&B 25- Sheila Quatro - Communications 29- Todd Kitchen - Director of Outside Golf Operations 29- Dira Lopez - F&B
JOB OPENINGS
Be sure to read the Daily Club Communications sent to all members! It highlights important information and updates that you should be familiar with:
MEMBER LOOK AHEAD
JULY:
10 - Year-Rounders Happy Hour 16 - Creek Ball Play with the FC Staff 18 - Burger and Beers Night 23 - Bourbon and Bones 24 - Year Rounders Happy Hour
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