Staff
Administration
Zack Wygant
General Manager and COO
Email: zackwygant@ftwaynecc.org
General Manager and COO
Email: zackwygant@ftwaynecc.org
A Fort Wayne native and Homestead graduate, Zack has been working in the private club industry for over 20 years. His career started at Sycamore Hills Golf Club where he worked his way up through the ranks, peaking as the Food and Beverage Director. His tenure included being instrumental in coordinating eight National Golf Championships, 10 celebrity chef charity dinners, and a clubhouse remodel.
In 2017, Zack joined Quail Creek Country Club in Naples, Florida as Assistant General Manager before quickly being promoted to General Manager. He played a vital role from concept to implementation of a $20 million renovation creating a one-of-a-kind experience which has been revolutionary for the private club industry.
Zack’s passion for delivering consistent, unparalleled member experiences through operational excellence is what drives him every day. He and wife, Lauren, are thrilled to be back home in Fort Wayne.
Dan Erdei
Controller
Email: danerdei@ftwaynecc.org
Dan is a Fort Wayne native and a graduate of Ball State University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Dan has over 10 years of accounting experience, and has worked in club, insurance and defense contracting industries. He enjoys playing golf, softball, and hockey and spending time with friends and family.
Controller
Email: danerdei@ftwaynecc.org
Dan is a Fort Wayne native and a graduate of Ball State University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. Dan has over 10 years of accounting experience, and has worked in club, insurance and defense contracting industries. He enjoys playing golf, softball, and hockey and spending time with friends and family.
Cory Swank-Wallace
Accounting
Email: coryswankwallace@ftwaynecc.org
Cory is originally from Lima, Ohio, and was raised in Fort Wayne, where she graduated from North Side High School. She brings over 15 years of experience in Business Office and Accounting roles across a variety of industries, including healthcare, automotive, manufacturing, and non-profit organizations.
Outside of work, Cory enjoys theater, puzzles, board games, camping, scary movies, and spending quality time with her loved ones.
Cory is passionate about using her skills to support organizational success. She is excited to contribute her experience and enthusiasm to the FWCC team.
Accounting
Email: coryswankwallace@ftwaynecc.org
Cory is originally from Lima, Ohio, and was raised in Fort Wayne, where she graduated from North Side High School. She brings over 15 years of experience in Business Office and Accounting roles across a variety of industries, including healthcare, automotive, manufacturing, and non-profit organizations.
Outside of work, Cory enjoys theater, puzzles, board games, camping, scary movies, and spending quality time with her loved ones.
Cory is passionate about using her skills to support organizational success. She is excited to contribute her experience and enthusiasm to the FWCC team.
Austin Allen
Director of Membership
Email: austinallen@ftwaynecc.org
Originally from Owosso, Michigan, and a graduate of Central Michigan University, Austin moved to Fort Wayne upon graduation for an internship with the Fort Wayne TinCaps. Austin then spent the next 15 years with the TinCaps in sales and marketing.
Austin enjoys spending his free time with his wife and daughter and playing golf.
Austin's focus is on building relationships with our current members and expanding our membership. He provides exceptional sales experience and takes great pride in his work and the Fort Wayne community.
Director of Membership
Email: austinallen@ftwaynecc.org
Originally from Owosso, Michigan, and a graduate of Central Michigan University, Austin moved to Fort Wayne upon graduation for an internship with the Fort Wayne TinCaps. Austin then spent the next 15 years with the TinCaps in sales and marketing.
Austin enjoys spending his free time with his wife and daughter and playing golf.
Austin's focus is on building relationships with our current members and expanding our membership. He provides exceptional sales experience and takes great pride in his work and the Fort Wayne community.
Wendy Felsinger
Director of Communication & Marketing
Email: wendyfelsinger@ftwaynecc.org
Originally from Fort Wayne, Wendy has worked for over 20 years in the private club industry at Summit Club and Sycamore Hills Golf Club in Fort Wayne and at Quail Creek Country Club in Naples, Florida. With her years of club experience and passion for marketing, Wendy is excited and honored to be a member of the FWCC team.
Director of Communication & Marketing
Email: wendyfelsinger@ftwaynecc.org
Originally from Fort Wayne, Wendy has worked for over 20 years in the private club industry at Summit Club and Sycamore Hills Golf Club in Fort Wayne and at Quail Creek Country Club in Naples, Florida. With her years of club experience and passion for marketing, Wendy is excited and honored to be a member of the FWCC team.
Food & Beverage
Brandon Kramer
Executive Chef
Email: brandonkramer@ftwaynecc.org
Chef Brandon Kramer is an experienced Executive Chef who has found a home in the private club sector of the culinary world. Born and raised in the Midwest, he is devoted to evolving culinary programs through sourcing the freshest ingredients, planning innovative menus, and offering interactive dining experiences that continue to set the bar for club dining. A passionate and driven culinarian, Brandon thrives in delivering exceptional experiences that exceed expectations, with a proven track record in high-end kitchens, particularly within private clubs.
He joins us as the Executive Chef at the Country Club of Decatur in Illinois. Before that, he was the Executive Sous Chef of the very prestigious Butterfield Country Club, just outside of Chicago. Brandon played collegiate-level sports and brought the same leadership and a competitive yet 100% team-focused spirit to the kitchen, motivating his team to excel and embrace excellence at every level. When Brandon is not in the kitchen, he spends time as a devoted father to his daughter and enjoys reading and playing golf!
As a single-digit handicap golfer, he understands the game and its nuances, allowing him to connect with the club members. Chef Brandon is dedicated to stewarding the club he works for, prioritizing the needs of the membership, and delivering a dining experience that reflects the club's values and culture.
Executive Chef
Email: brandonkramer@ftwaynecc.org
Chef Brandon Kramer is an experienced Executive Chef who has found a home in the private club sector of the culinary world. Born and raised in the Midwest, he is devoted to evolving culinary programs through sourcing the freshest ingredients, planning innovative menus, and offering interactive dining experiences that continue to set the bar for club dining. A passionate and driven culinarian, Brandon thrives in delivering exceptional experiences that exceed expectations, with a proven track record in high-end kitchens, particularly within private clubs.
He joins us as the Executive Chef at the Country Club of Decatur in Illinois. Before that, he was the Executive Sous Chef of the very prestigious Butterfield Country Club, just outside of Chicago. Brandon played collegiate-level sports and brought the same leadership and a competitive yet 100% team-focused spirit to the kitchen, motivating his team to excel and embrace excellence at every level. When Brandon is not in the kitchen, he spends time as a devoted father to his daughter and enjoys reading and playing golf!
As a single-digit handicap golfer, he understands the game and its nuances, allowing him to connect with the club members. Chef Brandon is dedicated to stewarding the club he works for, prioritizing the needs of the membership, and delivering a dining experience that reflects the club's values and culture.
Sam Bailey
Assistant General Manager
Email: sambailey@ftwaynecc.org
A native of Cleveland, Ohio, Sam has worked for over 15 years in the Food & Beverage industry in different types of clubs (Country/Golf, Yacht and Business) and most recently at Shaker Heights Country Club in Shaker Heights, Ohio. He is a member of the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA). With his love of food and people, Sam is grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the FWCC family and is excited for all the great memories that we will create together.
Assistant General Manager
Email: sambailey@ftwaynecc.org
A native of Cleveland, Ohio, Sam has worked for over 15 years in the Food & Beverage industry in different types of clubs (Country/Golf, Yacht and Business) and most recently at Shaker Heights Country Club in Shaker Heights, Ohio. He is a member of the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA). With his love of food and people, Sam is grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the FWCC family and is excited for all the great memories that we will create together.
Meghan Louder
Banquet & Event Coordinator
Email: events2@ftwaynecc.org
Meghan moved to Fort Wayne from Auburn, California and has over 20 years in event management experience both in America and overseas in corporate business, country clubs and zoos. She is a member of and certified by Meeting Planners International (MPI). Meghan enjoys being an event planner in country clubs and getting to know the members and becoming a part of their day-to-day life.
Banquet & Event Coordinator
Email: events2@ftwaynecc.org
Meghan moved to Fort Wayne from Auburn, California and has over 20 years in event management experience both in America and overseas in corporate business, country clubs and zoos. She is a member of and certified by Meeting Planners International (MPI). Meghan enjoys being an event planner in country clubs and getting to know the members and becoming a part of their day-to-day life.
Golf
Chad Ayres
PGA Head Golf Professional
Email: chadayres@ftwaynecc.org
Chad Ayres joined Fort Wayne Country Club in 2016. He was most recently the General Manager/Director of Golf Operations at Hillcrest Country Club in Batesville, Indiana. He is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati with a bachelor's degree in History. Throughout his 22 years in the business, he has served on the Indiana PGA Board of Directors, won 5 section tournaments, participated in 3 National Club Pro Championships, was recognized by his peers as the 2011 Private Club Merchandiser of the Year, and in 2014 was the Golf Professional of the Year. His passion for the game and his warm, outgoing personality fit well with Fort Wayne Country Club. Chad and his wife, Summer, have two daughters, Abigail and Cassidy.
PGA Head Golf Professional
Email: chadayres@ftwaynecc.org
Chad Ayres joined Fort Wayne Country Club in 2016. He was most recently the General Manager/Director of Golf Operations at Hillcrest Country Club in Batesville, Indiana. He is a graduate of the University of Cincinnati with a bachelor's degree in History. Throughout his 22 years in the business, he has served on the Indiana PGA Board of Directors, won 5 section tournaments, participated in 3 National Club Pro Championships, was recognized by his peers as the 2011 Private Club Merchandiser of the Year, and in 2014 was the Golf Professional of the Year. His passion for the game and his warm, outgoing personality fit well with Fort Wayne Country Club. Chad and his wife, Summer, have two daughters, Abigail and Cassidy.
Meghan Musk
Lead PGA Assistant Golf Professional
Email: meghanmusk@ftwaynecc.org
Meghan joined the FWCC golf staff in 2025 after spending four years serving at The Club at Carlton Woods (recognized as a Platinum Club of America), and host of the LPGA Chevron Major Championship, outside of Houston, Texas. During her time at CW, Meghan directed the Women's Golf Association and assisted in all areas of the golf operation. She earned her Class A, PGA Membership in 2019 following a three-year journey competing professionally in Florida and Australia. Prior to that, Meghan earned a Bachelor of Science in Health (graduating Magna Cum Laude), while competing on the Sam Houston State University Women's Golf Team. Since becoming a Golf Professional, Meghan has also served as an Assistant at TPC San Antonio (her hometown), and Shadow Hawk Golf Club in Richmond, Texas.
Lead PGA Assistant Golf Professional
Email: meghanmusk@ftwaynecc.org
Meghan joined the FWCC golf staff in 2025 after spending four years serving at The Club at Carlton Woods (recognized as a Platinum Club of America), and host of the LPGA Chevron Major Championship, outside of Houston, Texas. During her time at CW, Meghan directed the Women's Golf Association and assisted in all areas of the golf operation. She earned her Class A, PGA Membership in 2019 following a three-year journey competing professionally in Florida and Australia. Prior to that, Meghan earned a Bachelor of Science in Health (graduating Magna Cum Laude), while competing on the Sam Houston State University Women's Golf Team. Since becoming a Golf Professional, Meghan has also served as an Assistant at TPC San Antonio (her hometown), and Shadow Hawk Golf Club in Richmond, Texas.
Summer Ayres
Merchandiser
Email: summerayres@ftwaynecc.org
Summer is a 1998 graduate of Ohio University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work. She began her post college career in Ohio, where she served the families division at a parenting center. In 2000, she moved to North Carolina and continued in the social work field with adoption services and foster parenting until her growing family moved back to the Midwest and Indiana in 2006. Summer has two daughters, Abigail and Cassidy, and loves spending time with her family. She also enjoys shopping, traveling, and a good book. Summer brings a high level of attention to detail and customer service and is excited to grow her relationships with the FWCC membership serving you, your guests, and your family with all your merchandising needs in the FWCC Golf Shop.
Merchandiser
Email: summerayres@ftwaynecc.org
Summer is a 1998 graduate of Ohio University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work. She began her post college career in Ohio, where she served the families division at a parenting center. In 2000, she moved to North Carolina and continued in the social work field with adoption services and foster parenting until her growing family moved back to the Midwest and Indiana in 2006. Summer has two daughters, Abigail and Cassidy, and loves spending time with her family. She also enjoys shopping, traveling, and a good book. Summer brings a high level of attention to detail and customer service and is excited to grow her relationships with the FWCC membership serving you, your guests, and your family with all your merchandising needs in the FWCC Golf Shop.
Grounds
Brian J. Chalifoux
Golf Course Superintendent
Email: brianjchalifoux@ftwaynecc.org
Brian John Chalifoux joined the team at Fort Wayne Country Club as a Caddie in the spring of 1998 where he worked two summers before starting with the Golf Course Operations staff in 2001. A passion for the game and the science behind finely manicured turfgrass led him to Purdue University to pursue a Bachelors Degree in Turfgrass Science. Internships with the Purdue University Sports Turf team in 2006 and the Chicago Golf Club in 2007 paved the way for Brian to return to FWCC on an Assistant Superintendent track after graduating from Purdue in May 2008. Brian became the First Assistant at the club in April 2011 and became the Golf Course Superintendent in November 2018. He continues to add new ideas and innovative thinking to our agronomic programs at FWCC. Brian and his wife Wendy have two boys Carter and Cal.
Golf Course Superintendent
Email: brianjchalifoux@ftwaynecc.org
Brian John Chalifoux joined the team at Fort Wayne Country Club as a Caddie in the spring of 1998 where he worked two summers before starting with the Golf Course Operations staff in 2001. A passion for the game and the science behind finely manicured turfgrass led him to Purdue University to pursue a Bachelors Degree in Turfgrass Science. Internships with the Purdue University Sports Turf team in 2006 and the Chicago Golf Club in 2007 paved the way for Brian to return to FWCC on an Assistant Superintendent track after graduating from Purdue in May 2008. Brian became the First Assistant at the club in April 2011 and became the Golf Course Superintendent in November 2018. He continues to add new ideas and innovative thinking to our agronomic programs at FWCC. Brian and his wife Wendy have two boys Carter and Cal.
Racquet Sports
Brock Orlowski
MBA, CDORS, RSPA, PPR, RPO, Padel MBA, SETS, DCA
Director of Racquet Sports
Email: brockorlowski@ftwaynecc.org
Brock Orlowski is originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan and is a graduate of Kuyper College. He also holds an MBA from Indiana Tech, and a graduate certificate from the University of Florida's Director of Racquet Sports program. Brock is one of less than 60 people worldwide who is a Certified Director of Racquet Sports with the RSPA and PTR. Brock is certified with the RSPA as an elite tennis professional, pickleball professional and padel professional. Brock holds professional pickleball certifications with the PPR and RacketPro, and a padel certification from Padel MBA. Prior to coming to FWCC, Brock was the Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach and Athletics Operations Manager at Indiana Tech and was the Assistant Coach of Women's Tennis at Huntington University and was a tennis professional at Empowered Sports Club. Brock has also held positions as the Head Girls' Tennis Coach at Blackhawk Christian High School and Head Boy's Tennis Coach at New Haven High School. Brock and his wife Abby have five children.
MBA, CDORS, RSPA, PPR, RPO, Padel MBA, SETS, DCA
Director of Racquet Sports
Email: brockorlowski@ftwaynecc.org
Brock Orlowski is originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan and is a graduate of Kuyper College. He also holds an MBA from Indiana Tech, and a graduate certificate from the University of Florida's Director of Racquet Sports program. Brock is one of less than 60 people worldwide who is a Certified Director of Racquet Sports with the RSPA and PTR. Brock is certified with the RSPA as an elite tennis professional, pickleball professional and padel professional. Brock holds professional pickleball certifications with the PPR and RacketPro, and a padel certification from Padel MBA. Prior to coming to FWCC, Brock was the Head Men's and Women's Tennis Coach and Athletics Operations Manager at Indiana Tech and was the Assistant Coach of Women's Tennis at Huntington University and was a tennis professional at Empowered Sports Club. Brock has also held positions as the Head Girls' Tennis Coach at Blackhawk Christian High School and Head Boy's Tennis Coach at New Haven High School. Brock and his wife Abby have five children.
CJ Hallam
Assistant Racquets Professional
Email: cjhallam@ftwaynecc.org
CJ Hallam is originally from Logansport, Indiana and is currently a Graduate Student at the Indiana Institute of Technology pursuing his MBA in Management. CJ is a USPTA certified teaching professional as well as a PPR certified coach in pickleball. He played varsity tennis for the Logansport Berries for four years before attending Indiana Tech. CJ played tennis for three years at Indiana Tech and served as their tennis administrative assistant for the 2021 season. He was an NAIA Academic All-American, an ITA Scholar Athlete, and a WHAC All-Academic team member while at Indiana Tech. CJ has been involved in coaching tennis to youth since high school as well. He is extremely blessed to be able to bring a passion and energy for tennis and help members at the Fort Wayne Country Club!
Assistant Racquets Professional
Email: cjhallam@ftwaynecc.org
CJ Hallam is originally from Logansport, Indiana and is currently a Graduate Student at the Indiana Institute of Technology pursuing his MBA in Management. CJ is a USPTA certified teaching professional as well as a PPR certified coach in pickleball. He played varsity tennis for the Logansport Berries for four years before attending Indiana Tech. CJ played tennis for three years at Indiana Tech and served as their tennis administrative assistant for the 2021 season. He was an NAIA Academic All-American, an ITA Scholar Athlete, and a WHAC All-Academic team member while at Indiana Tech. CJ has been involved in coaching tennis to youth since high school as well. He is extremely blessed to be able to bring a passion and energy for tennis and help members at the Fort Wayne Country Club!
Pool
Kate Hollingsworth
Head Dive Coach
Email: fwccpool@ftwaynecc.org
Head Dive Coach
Email: fwccpool@ftwaynecc.org
Kate Hollingsworth became the Head Dive Coach in 2025. She was a diver for seven years, dove for IISD for three years, and then the Homestead High School dive team for four years. Kate studies biochemistry at Butler University, with plans to continue on to dental school. She loves spending time with family and friends, being outdoors, and trying new foods! Kate is also a lifeguard at the pool and can’t wait for a fun summer!