About Matt

I am proud to be joining White Columns and look forward to continuing my passion in the private club industry which has spanned 15+ years. Most recently, I was the General Manager at Stonebridge Ranch Country Club in McKinney, TX. Prior to Stonebridge Ranch, I served as Regional Manager for Invited overseeing multiple properties. I also served as General Manager at Timarron Country Club, Trophy Club Country Club, The Clubs of Prestonwood, and Oak Tree Country Club. Thus, I am very excited about offering vast experience working with a multitude of clubs nationwide.I pride myself on being a visible and energetic leader who is dedicated to White Column’s overall mission and values, maintaining a management philosophy focused on Member satisfaction and employee engagement.

About J.D.

J.D. grew up outside Philadelphia in Reading, Pennsylvania. Before turning full-time to golf, he played Division I baseball at Penn State University, winning an All-Conference award his sophomore year. J.D. then transferred to West Chester University outside Philadelphia where he graduated in 1994 with a B.S. in Education. J.D.’s professional career began that same year when he started competing in the Philadelphia Section of the PGA of America while working as an Assistant Professional at the esteemed Lehigh Country Club in Allentown, PA. He worked his way through the PGA’s Professional Golf Management program and was elected to membership as a Class-A professional.

About Tyler

Tyler Lacik grew up in Fredericksburg, VA, and was introduced to golf upon moving to Charlotte, NC. He quickly fell in love with golf and agronomy while working at TPC Piper Glen. While at TPC, he received his Turfgrass Management degree at Central Piedmont Community College. Tyler was promoted through the ranks at TPC and was presented the opportunity to become the Assistant Superintendent at Firethorne. After a short time at Firethorn, Tyler was promoted to the Golf Course Superintendent. With Tyler’s vast experience and knowledge in bent grass greens and his love for agronomy, he is looking forward to providing premier course conditions at White Columns Country Club. When he’s not working or playing on the golf course, Tyler enjoys spending time with his dog or being out on the water.