Nicklaus Club Monterey
 

Chuck Dunbar, General Manager & Director of Golf

Originally from Sacramento, CA, Chuck initially entered the golf business in 1991 after graduating from CSU Sacramento.  He and his wife Clarice were married in 1992 and relocated to Santa Cruz, CA.  It was there that he found a full-time position as an Assistant Professional at Aptos-Seascape Golf Course.
 
In 1995 after 3 years and upon completing the PGA Apprentice program, Chuck relocated to the Monterey Peninsula where he began his 20-year tenure with Pebble Beach Company, specifically at the Links at Spanish Bay. After only 3 months, Chuck was promoted into a management position as Tournament Coordinator at Del Monte Golf Course.  Recognizing his talent with leading a team in addition to his interpersonal skills, Chuck kept moving up the ladder.  After 1 year, he assumed the position as First Assistant and shortly thereafter moved into the Head Professional position.

In 1999, he was promoted to the position of Head Professional at the famed Pebble Beach Golf Links, just months prior to the 2000 AT&T National Pro-Am which preceded the 100th playing of the United States Open Championship. Despite economic challenges post 9/11, he was able to continually focus on providing World-Class service at one of the worlds most recognized golf resort destinations. Additionally, Chuck feels that part of the responsibility of a PGA Pro is to pass on the knowledge & experience it takes to be successful in the business to those working with him and for him.  By surrounding himself with quality individuals that have similar values & work ethics, along with having a keen desire to excel on a daily basis, Chuck has made the operations he has been associated with extremely successful.  
 
Chuck and his wife have two children. Their son Taylor (20), is currently serving in the US Marine Corps and their daughter Lorance (17), is in her senior at Pacific Grove High School. Chuck joined Nicklaus Club – Monterey in October 2015 and has immediately made an indelible mark on the operation with his ever-present enthusiasm and passion to continually raise the bar in servicing members and guests.


 
   

Debbie Monti, Director of Sales and Marketing

Debbie Monti comes to us from The Pebble Beach Company where she spent nearly seven years at The Beach & Tennis Club. Debbie's responsibilities included selling memberships, creating private events for members, and overseeing their golf team. Her attention to detail is unmatched. She is dedicated to providing first class service and product to members and clients alike. Her passion for delivering on her word earned her the nickname "Bulldog for Details" by Stu Widdess (former Vice President of the Minnesota Vikings). Debbie's motto is “Businesses’ are people and it is all about the relationships with people that will create success!”

Prior to working for Pebble Beach, Debbie had a successful career with The Minnesota Vikings as a Special Events Coordinator, her responsibilities included finding the talent for halftime shows, anthem performers and community outreach. Debbie also spent many years with the San Francisco 49ers as their Catering Director where she created menus and dining for the players, coaches, staff, media, and special guests. She was given Super Bowl ring for her hard work and dedication. 
 
   
Nathan Wrenn, Head Golf Professional

Nathan Wrenn was born and raised in the beautiful town of Truckee, CA and has been with Nicklaus Club - Monterey since 2005. He attended Monterey Peninsula College after high school in the Fall of 2005 and graduated with an Associates of Science in Ornamental Horticulture in Spring of 2008. After a short stint in the landscaping business, he decided to follow his passion and pursue the golf business as a Golf Professional. In the summer of 2016 he will be elected into membership for his Class A certificate as a PGA Golf Professional. He has also taken on the Golf Coach position at Pacific Grove Middle School where he led them to their first League Championship title in 10 years during the 2015 season. A committed and reliable employee, Nathan is eager to help both Members and guests of Nicklaus Club - Monterey not only with their golf game, but with their overall experience. During his free-time you can find Nathan playing golf, hiking, painting, working out, or just enjoying the beach. As an individual who prides himself on customer service, he is enthusiastic to provide assistance to both Members and guests in an exceptional way.

 

Raul Cervantes, Executive Chef
Raul Cervantes' creative culinary talents makes him an integral part of the Nicklaus Club-Monterey team. He started in the kitchen well over 20 years ago where he started his career in the prestigious Cypress Point Club.   During his tenure at Cypress Point Club, he won Junior Chef of the year from the ACF Junior Monterey Chapter.  He quickly moved up the ranks, earning the title of Executive Sous Chef at Corral de Tierra.  He went on to work at other prestigious clubs such as Salinas Country Club and finally Nicklaus Club- Monterey.

Raul is Certified as Chef de Cuisine by the American Culinary Federation and continues to have a proven track record of delivering amazing culinary creations to our club members and special events.
 

Chong (Lisa) Wang, Budget Analyst

Lisa Wang joined the Nicklaus Club – Monterey team in March 2015. As the Budget Analyst, Lisa oversees the yearly budget and financial reporting. Lisa enjoys the beautiful atmosphere, scenery and community of the club. Lisa has her Masters in Finance from Pepperdine University and is currently pursuing her second Masters Degree in Business Administration. Lisa strives to one day become a CFO of a major corporation.

                    

Christy Taylor, Tennis Director

Joining the team at Pasadera Country Club in 2008, Christy Patton Taylor has an extensive background with premier tennis clubs, particularly in instruction, team coaching and retail operations. Christy competed collegiately in Santa Barbara and was introduced to teaching through the Municipal Underprivileged Children’s Program in Santa Barbara, where she has worked extensively with tennis leagues for women and juniors. She managed The Tennis Shop in Santa Barbara and in 1996 formed her own apparel sales agency, which handled sporting and lifestyle products throughout the West Coast. Her previous club experience includes assignments at Birnam Wood, Ennisbrook and Knollwood Country Clubs in the Santa Barbara and Montecito areas. Christy has lived on the Monterey Peninsula for the past 14 years and continues to play in USTA tournaments, including national age-group championships.

 

Patrick Parrish, Director of Tournaments and Instruction
Patrick Parrish has had a lifelong passion for golf.  He worked for his grandfather, Earl Henderson, who owned and operated Atascadero Golf Club in Atascadero, California. It was there that Patrick not only honed his golf game, but learned the business of golf course management.  Patrick later was offered a scholarship by Eddie Merrins to join the #1 UCLA Bruins golf team in the early 1980s, playing alongside future PGA Tour stars Corey Pavin, Steve Pate, Duffy Waldorf, and Tom Pernice. Patrick went on to graduate from UCLA with a Bachelor’s Degree in History. He then proceeded to the University of California at Berkeley where he earned both a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree in English Literature.

Following his junior and collegiate success, Patrick played a short time on the Nike (Today’s Nationwide Tour) and Asian Tours, but eventually returned to the Monterey Peninsula in the mid-1990s and was offered a position at the Pebble Beach Golf Academy by Laird Small.  Patrick also worked alongside PGA Tour stars Mark O’Meara, Johnny Miller, Ken Venturi, David Feherty, Hal Sutton, Andy North, Davis Love III, Curtis Strange, and David Duval. In 2004, Patrick moved to Poppy Hills Golf Course where he became Lead Instructor and Tournament Director. Patrick’s teaching career has been very successful. He has taught four PGA Tour winners, five Champions Tour players, and attracted a wide following among nationally ranked junior and collegiate players, many of whom have earned college scholarships. In addition to becoming Titleist Performance Institute, Golf Machine, and Impact Zone Certified, he also serves on the AT&T Junior Golf Association Board of Directors.