Meet Our Amazing Team
Aaron Lucas
General Manager
Serving since 2017
727-784-8576 ext. 3879
About Aaron
Aaron joined the Ardea team in January, 2022, coming to us from our sister club, Countryside, where he started his Invited career in 2017. Aaron grew up in Dunedin and is a graduate of Warren Southern in Lake Whales, Florida. He has spent over 25 years in the Hospitality Industry and gained his experience at numerous local and national chain restaurants. Aaron has a tremendous drive and passion for all aspects of hospitality; he demonstrates that daily through his goal-oriented approach and result-driven mentality. Aaron’s goal is to ensure that Members have a phenomenal Club experience every time! When he's not at the Club, he enjoys spending time with his wife and their 3 wonderful children.
Jeff Verberg
Club Manager
Serving since 2024
Kelly Price
Membership Director
Serving since 2023
727-330-1155
Reece Barber
Membership Director
Serving since 2024
Pam Ziarkoski
Member Experience Director
Serving since 2008
About Pam
Pam joined the Ardea team in 2008. Originally from New Jersey, she owned and operated her own restaurants, in both NJ and NY, before moving to Florida in 2003. She knew at 18 that the hospitality industry was what she wanted to be a part of and has never looked back.
Mollie Carroll
Member Experience Coordinator
Serving since 2023
Emma Woolley
Event Sales Director
Serving since 2023
727-380-6736
Tim Kielich
Executive Chef
Serving since 2014
About Tim
Chef Tim joined the Ardea team n 2014. Originally from upstate New York, he now resides here in Oldsmar with his wife Kristen and son Milo. Tim trained at the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, NY and with over 17 years of kitchen experience, he still loves to experiment and create.
Sandy Pierpont
Office Administrator
Serving since 1992
About Sandy
Sandy has been with Ardea since 1992. Originally from Connecticut, she moved here to escape the cold and enjoy the beaches with her high school sweetheart and husband, Joe. Sandy has been recognized twice with Invited’s National Super Star Award for her outstanding job performance.
Tanya Magilligan
Athletic Director
Serving since 2016
About Tanya
Originally from Rochester, NY, Tanya moved to Palm Harbor while in high school. She fell in love with fitness in her 20’s and made it her career in 2008. Watching people change physically and mentally makes her happy! 16 Years of Experience TRX Certified Cycle Instructor AFAA PT Certified CPR/AED Certified Senior Flexibility, Resistance Band, Bosu Ball Certified Specializes in improving overall health, strength, weight loss, and fitness needs When Tanya is not in the gym, she’s at home with her two daughters, Logan Marie and Rian Mary.
Tom McKone
Director of Golf
Serving since 2020
727-784-8576
Stephen Welt
Director of Racquet Sports
Serving since 2024
About Stephen
Stephen Welt, a USPTA ELITE professional, joined the Ardea team in January 2024 as our Director of Tennis. Stephen grew up in London, England, and has spent twenty-five years in the racquet sports industry with stints working previously for Invited in Florida, California, and Texas, respectively. He also spent two and a half years in Virginia, where he directed a full-service racquet facility in Richmond. Stephen has a passion for providing exemplary Member service with innovative programming for both tennis and pickleball, along with social events in a fun-filled environment. He believes in the philosophy that a solid product and employing great people equates to a successful racquet sports operation.
Off the court, Stephen enjoys working out, playing soccer and spending time with his wife and family.
Matt Eichmann
Golf Course Superintendent
Serving since 2016
727-784-8576
About Matt
Matt was born and raised in Tampa, Florida. He started playing golf when he learned to walk. He discovered his career path while attending the University of Florida. It was also there that he met his wife, Danielle, who also grew up in Tampa. they have two beautiful daughters and are thrilled to be able to continue their careers in their hometown among family and friends.