named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Golf and Sports Activities
Facilitates golf play and other recreational sports for members at the Brae Burn Country Club facility
Mobile Application
Provides members with digital access to club services, location-based features, and account management through the Brae Burn Country Club app
activities · 6 groups
What they do
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Country Club Golf Instruction and Facilities 3 activities
- Hosts golf instruction and training programsOffers year-round golf instruction for members of all skill levels through PGA professionals on an 18-hole championship course and via a state-of-the-art indoor performance facility with two hitting bays and a full course simulator, particularly available during winter months.
- Operates golf and racquet sports pro shopsProvides access to new golf, tennis, and pickleball equipment from nearly every major manufacturer through fully stocked pro shops, including club fitting, special orders, and retail sales of apparel, shoes, racquets, balls, and accessories.
- Provides indoor golf training and simulation facilitiesOperates an indoor training and practice center that replicates an on-course golf experience, featuring a full course simulator and year-round access for golfers of all skill levels, especially during winter months.
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Racquet Sports Facility and Programming 3 activities
- Manages tennis and paddle tennis facilities and programmingOperates nine Har-Tru tennis courts and two lighted paddle tennis courts; fields five women's tennis teams and offers adult clinics led by USPTA-certified professionals.
- Operates pickleball facilities and league participationMaintains four dedicated pickleball courts and offers clinics for members of all ages and skill levels; participates in the largest local pickleball league, enabling competitive inter-club matches.
- Runs junior and adult racquet sports development programsImplements a Women's Adult Clinic program and leads the largest Junior Tournament Training program in the area, providing coaching that supports junior players’ progression to high school and college-level competition in tennis and pickleball.
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Event Venue Rental Services 1 activity
- Hosts private events and celebrationsProvides over 10,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space, including a column-free ballroom and Bar & Lounge with golf course views, hosting weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, family milestones, organizational events, and evening galas with customized planning, menus, and decorations.
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Private Club Dining Services 1 activity
- Hosts social dining and member eventsOrganizes regular social dining events for members, including theme dinners and Sunday family BBQs, along with casual and gourmet dining options in indoor and outdoor settings.
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Seasonal Swimming Pool Operations 1 activity
- Operates swimming pool and family recreational facilitiesMaintains an 85' x 40' swimming pool with lounge area and a separate 12' x 12' children's pool with play area to support family-oriented recreation for members.
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Member-Focused Fitness and Wellness Facilities 1 activity
- Provides fitness and wellness amenitiesOffers access to state-of-the-art fitness equipment, fully stocked locker rooms, steam rooms, and massage therapy services for member wellness and recreation.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$14.80M
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$10.31M70%
Investment income$287K2%
Other revenue$4.20M
expenses
Total expenses$12.68M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$7.27M
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$51.23M
Cash$4.50M
Investments$0
Liabilities$9.40M
Net assets$41.83M
Liquid reserves4.3 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +10.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 7
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| GARY MERJIAN GARY | GENERAL MANAGER-CEO | 40 | $484K |
| BLAKE HALDERMAN | GREENS SUPERINTENDENT | 40 | $406K |
| THOMAS ISIDORI | EXECUTIVE CHEF | 40 | $288K |
| KEVIN MARKUS | CONTROLLER-CFO | 40 | $182K |
| SETH BALASNY | CLUBHOUSE MANAGER | 40 | $177K |
| DREW BILLARD | GOLF PROFESSIONAL | 40 | $153K |
| CHRISTOPHER PAULINO | ASSISTANT GOLF PRO | 40 | $134K |
board members · 11
- ADAM VICKERS — GOVERNOR
- AMY SHANUS — GOVERNOR
- AVI AVIDAN — GOVERNOR
- BERNIE JACOB — 2ND VICE PRESIDENT
- DAVID SHERMAN — 1ST VICE PRESIDENT
- JOSH ADLER — GOVERNOR
- MATTHEW SNYDER — PRESIDENT
- MEREDITH KORNREICH — SECRETARY
- NEIL E KOZEK — GOVERNOR
- PETER MORGENSTERN — GOVERNOR
- WILLIAM SCHULTZ — TREASURER
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- Campbell University Partner — Joshua Stocum and Zachary Howard graduated from Campbell University with PGA Class A status.
- Century Country Club Partner — Joshua Stocum previously worked as an Assistant Professional at Century Country Club.
- Christina Sialiano Partner — Contact person for event inquiries and coordination at Brae Burn Country Club.
- Coveleigh Club Partner — Sasha Podgurskyy serves as Head Tennis and Platform Tennis Professional and Pickleball Director, indicating a shared staffing or programming relationship with Brae Burn Country Club.
- Google Partner — Shares user information with Google Analytics to track and analyze service usage and with Google Maps Platform APIs to provide location-based services
- Harbour Town Golf Links Partner — Christopher X. Marinaro previously worked at Harbour Town Golf Links.
- Ridgeway Country Club Partner — Dave Kaufman previously served as Director of Tennis, indicating a professional continuity that informs current programming at Brae Burn.
- Sleepy Hollow Country Club Partner — Rob Baynard and Joshua Stocum previously worked or interned at Sleepy Hollow Country Club.
- Sound Shore Indoor Tennis Club Partner — Dave Kaufman serves as Head Professional during the off-season and has transferred the Women's Adult Clinic program from Sound Shore to Brae Burn.
- The Muttontown Club Partner — Christopher X. Marinaro previously worked at The Muttontown Club.
- Trump National Golf Club Westchester Partner — Christopher X. Marinaro previously worked at Trump National Golf Club Westchester.
- USPTA Network — Employs four USPTA-certified tennis professionals as part of its instructional staff.
- Upper Montclair Country Club Partner — Christopher X. Marinaro previously worked at Upper Montclair Country Club.
- Westchester Country Club Partner — Rob Baynard previously worked at Westchester Country Club.
- Westchester Hills Golf Club Partner — Christopher X. Marinaro previously served as Head Golf Professional at Westchester Hills Golf Club.
- Westchester Tennis Center Partner — Multiple professionals, including Patrick Karoro, Darina Gukasian, and Suley Eminov, teach full-time during winter seasons, indicating an ongoing staffing and programmatic relationship.
- the largest pickleball league in the area Partner — Partnership allowing Brae Burn members to compete in a regional pickleball league.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Inclusive Recreational Programmingmethodology: inclusive_programmingBy offering accessible, gender-inclusive clinics and multi-generational programs like aerobic tennis and pickleball, the club broadens participation because low-barrier, community-oriented formats encourage sustained engagement across diverse member groups.
- Member-Centered Engagement Modelmethodology: member_centered_engagementBy designing social, recreational, and dining experiences around member preferences and lifestyles, the club increases engagement and satisfaction because personalized, high-quality programming fosters a sense of belonging and value.
- Player-Focused Skill Developmentmethodology: player_focused_instructionBy using technology-enhanced training and individualized instruction in racquet sports, the club accelerates skill improvement and sustains participation because measurable feedback and tailored teaching increase motivation and efficacy.