Meet the Golf Zoo Team
Golf Zoo was created by golfers and travel professionals with over 20 years of experience. A one-size fits all approach might work well for some things, but we think golf vacations should be tailored to you. That's why our motto is Golf Vacations Fit to a Tee. Our Golf Vacation Specialists help you tailor your vacation to fit your needs and budget, and actually live and play in the destinations they specialize in. Their expertise and commitment are fueled by a genuine love of the game. Count on us for personalized service and accurate, unbiased information. Whether you're traveling with friends or planning a corporate outing, leave the details to Golf Zoo. We'll deliver a high quality golf vacation at a competitive price.
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“CP” will be celebrating his 10th year in the Golf Vacation business this year. Originally from Austin, TX, Chris has lived in the Scottsdale area since 1999, and has witnessed his own handicap go from 12 to 20 since the birth of his daughter Abigail in 2003. CP’s expertise lies in:
· Scottsdale, AZ
· Austin, TX
· Palm Springs, CA
· Williamsburg, VA
· Orlando, FL
· Las Vegas, NV
· Mesquite, NV
Although a self proclaimed hack, CP has been “totally lucky” enough to score 2 Holes in One - the first in Sebring Florida in 1993, and the 2nd in Galena, Illinios in 1996."
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Linda Beth has been in the Golf Vacation business for 14 years, and has resided in Myrtle Beach since 1986. Linda's expertise lies in:
· Charleston, SC
· Myrtle Beach, SC
· Hilton Head, SC
· Kiawah Island, SC
· Pinehurst, NC
· Ocean City, MD
· Reynolds Plantation, GA
· Florida
· Jamaica
· Bermuda
· Dominican Republic
Linda's tip for the day is don't stand too close to the ball after you hit it!
Favorite Golf Quote-"I would never join a club that would have me as a member…" Groucho Marx
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Lori Greene has been in the Golf Vacation business for over 8 years, and has resided in Scottsdale since 1987. Lori's expertise lies in:
· Scottsdale, AZ
· Palm Springs, CA
· San Diego, CA
· Las Vegas, NV
· Jamaica
· Dominican Republic
Lori is married and has two boys which she has somehow managed to survive. Her eldest is presently serving in the Army and is currently in Iraq serving his second tour and has made it to Sgt status.
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Glen Parizo joined the Golf Zoo Team in 2004 and has resided in Orlando Florida since 1998. Glen's expertise lies in:
· Orlando, FL
· Tampa / St. Petersburg, FL
· Jacksonville, Miami, FL
· Ft. Lauderdale, FL
· Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, AL
Glen has been playing golf for over 30 years, and enjoys playing in competitive amateur golf tournaments.
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Craig Gordon joined the Golf Zoo Team in 2005 but had been a golf professional in the Myrtle Beach area for 7 years. Craig's expertise lies in:
· Charleston, SC
· Myrtle Beach, SC
· Kiawah Island, SC
· Hilton Head, SC
· Pinehurst, NC
· Williamsburg, VA Beach, VA
· Reynolds Plantation, GA
· Ocean City, MD
Craig has been around golf his entire life, taught entirely by his dad on their backyard green and driving range. He is a PGA Apprentice and is working towards Class A status.
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Tom Roderick joined the Golf Zoo team in 2006. Tom was a golf professional for 10 years prior to coming to Golf Zoo. Tom's expertise lies in:
· Orlando, FL
· Tampa / St. Petersburg, FL
· Jacksonville, Miami, FL
Tom's advice - Always give back to the game - get involved in the Junior golf in your area.
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CEO
Chiang Mai, Thailand Office
Rick, a serial entrepreneur, has started many travel related businesses since 1982 including Tours de Sport, Golf Zoo, EasyRes Technologies, and ResLogic. His 25+ years experience operating leisure travel companies coupled with his experience creating reservation systems and online booking engines for the travel industry has helped keep their travel businesses on the cutting edge. Rick is currently living in Chiang Mai, Thailand and enjoys playing golf as often as possible.
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President
Baltimore Office
Born and raised in Baltimore, MD, Ed grew up as a skier and a tennis player. Married, with 2 kids in college (“empty-nester” as of 2007), it wasn’t until the late 90’s that he was bitten by the golf bug. His biggest thrill in the sport came in 2006 when he finally got that ever elusive Hole-In-One (see happy, smiling face in picture). He started Golf Zoo with his brother, Rick, in 2001. They also own Tours de Sport, a ski travel company, founded in 1982. Ed will be celebrating 20 years in the travel industry in 2008.
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Financial Manager
Baltimore Office
A Maryland native, Jean tried the fine sport of golf, enrolling in lessons with 2 different pros. But when neither would let her off the driving range, she knew it was time to pack in the clubs and call it quits. The best part - shopping for all those new outfits! Started with Golf Zoo in 2001 as the Financial and Personnel Manager and she has stayed safely behind her desk ever since.
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eMarketing Manager
Baltimore Office
Chad has lived in Upstate NY for most of his life, but after graduating from SUNY Oswego with a degree in Marketing, he moved to the Baltimore area. Interest in both marketing & computers brought him to the Golf Zoo team in 2004 as the eMarketing Manager. With a Handicap thats too high to even say, he understands he will be a far better golfer while playing "Tiger Woods PGA Tour 08" than he will ever be in the foreseeable future in real life. A new dad, he also enjoys spending time with his daughter and family when away from work.
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Graphic Designer/Marketing Assistant
Baltimore Office
A Baltimore native and Towson University graduate; Nate started at Golf Zoo as a lowly intern in 2005. His impressive work and design/business background subsequently led to a cushy full-time position. When not meeting impossible deadlines at work, Nate likes to spend his time enjoying good food, art, music, women, women, nature and preferably… more women. Hallelujah.
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Operations Manager
Baltimore Office
Born and raised outside of Washington, DC. In 1999 she graduated from Shepherd University with a degree in Business. She moved to Baltimore in 2003 to marry her high school sweetheart and join the Golf Zoo team. After hearing about golf while growing up she finally tried it out a few years ago and had a score of 59 on her first time out on a course (ok it was on a 9 hole par 3). Not planning on joining the LPGA anytime soon, she does enjoy traveling to golf destinations and enjoying the scenic courses from the spa windows.
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Operations Assistant
Baltimore Office
Marty was born in Sioux City, Iowa and has lived in the Owings Mills area for many years. Married to Skip with a teenage daughter, and two cats at home. A son in Timonium and her oldest son, daughter-in-law and grandson live in San Carlos, California. In 2008 Marty begins her 40th year working career most recently in the travel and tourism industry with Golf Zoo.
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Operations Assistant
Baltimore Office
Craig spent his entire life in the Baltimore area, currently residing in Towson. He is a recent graduate of Towson University, earning a degree in Marketing. In January 2008, he started at Tours de Sport as a Marketing Assistant Intern and most recently has been working in the Operations Department as the Operations Assistant. In his free time, he enjoys jamming on his guitar to his favorite music.
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Mascot
Baltimore Office
Snowy started with Golf Zoo in 2005 and has learned a lot in the time she has been here. She takes great pride in working here and is very eager to come to work each day. She has kept the office a “cat-free” environment during her tenure here. She has lived in the Baltimore area her whole life and is very familiar with the lay of the land. She does not golf but has been known to chase the occasional stuffed animal.
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Golf Zoo, Inc. |
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11419 Cronridge Drive, Suite 2 |
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Owings Mills, MD 21117 |
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