Our Team
Doug Anderson
General Manager
Serving since 2022
About Doug
Doug joined Brier Creek in March of 2022. Although new to the Raleigh area and Brier Creek, Doug has managed private golf/country clubs in South Florida for 18 years and has been in the hospitality industry for over 30 years. Doug’s vision is to make Brier Creek the premiere golf and country club in the Triangle. He is a graduate of Johnson & Wales University in Providence, RI, and has attained the Certified Club Manager (CCM) designation from Club Management Association of America (CMAA). Since relocating to the area, Doug and his wife Pam are enjoying everything that the Triangle has to offer. Doug and Pam have two grown daughters; one in Asheville, and one currently in Florida, but looking to move to the area. Doug is an avid Green Bay Packer fan, as well as a Shareholder for the football club.
Stefan Rossell
Club Manager
Serving since 2022
Cricket Russell
Director of Membership
Serving since 2020
919-364-4612
About Cricket
Cricket grew up at Carolina Beach, NC. She brought 28 years of Private Club experience when she joined Brier Creek in 2020. When not at work, she enjoys playing golf with her 17 year old daughter and spending time with her two tea-cup Pomeranians, Precious and Prince.
Doranda Fitzhugh
Event Sales Director
Serving since 2017
919-516-9880
About Doranda
Doranda has been with Brier Creek Country Club since 2017. She has also worked for a sister property in Hilton Head, SC for three years before making Brier her home. Her start in the private events world was in South Florida and has been planning and executing private events at Country Clubs for over 20 years. She still cries at weddings and her favorite season is fall.
Justin Paredes
Head Golf Pro
Serving since 2021
About Justin
Justin moved to Raleigh last September after living his whole life in the Pacific Northwest. He brings over 20 years of private club experience to Brier Creek Country Club. When not at the club, Justin enjoys spending time with his wife and dog, cooking, biking, and watching Seahawks Football.
Chris DeShong
Golf Course Maintenance Superintendent
Serving since 2017
Matt Roberts
Player Development Programmer
Serving since 2021
About Matt
Matt traces his early love of the game back to memories of playing with his grandfather and dad on the golf course at Griffiss Air Force Base in Rome, NY. After playing competitively in high school, college, and beyond, Matt developed a passion for serving others through teaching and coaching. Prior to joining the Brier Creek team in 2021, Matt spent the past eight years teaching at Campbell University under the mentorship of David Orr and Flatstick Academy, developing some of the best instructors in the next generation of PGA Professionals. Matt is a PGA member with over 11 years of coaching experience with players from the club golf level to the highest circuits of amateur and professional competition. An expert in full swing, putting, short game, and golf course management instruction, he combines the use of technology to measure and provide feedback along the journey to better golf.
Sarah Harder
Director of Member Experience
Serving since 2020
About Sarah
Sarah is originally from Tolland, CT but has made North Carolina her home since 2019. She has been a part of the Brier team since early 2020 and worked in various roles around the club before becoming your Member Experience Director. When Sarah is not at the club she enjoys grilling, watching her Boston sporting teams, relaxing with her two cats, and playing pitcher in her adult kickball league!
Danielle Brier
Marketing Coordinator
Serving since 2022
919-206-4600
Brad Leu
Director of Sports
Serving since 2021
About Brad
Brad has been a certified tennis professional for 37 years. He comes to Brier Creek Country Club after a 28 year career as the Director of Tennis at Sea Oaks Beach & Tennis Club in Vero Beach, Florida. Brad has been the President of the USPTA/FL Division and has served on many charity boards. He is an avid golfer as well as a certified Pickleball instructor.
Adrian Fleming
Director of Fitness
Serving since 2016
919-206-7113
About Adrian
Adrian has been a part of the Brier Creek Community since 2015. She is originally from Wisconsin and started her career in corporate health and wellness. Since the 6th grade, she had the passion and drive to help others and enhance their already greatness. When not in the fitness center, she enjoys playing volleyball, rollerblading, decorating, and playing with her dog, Cooper.
Kevin Smith
Executive Chef
Serving since 2021
Richard Romano
Office Manager
Serving since 2022