Category : Leadership

Hendrick van der Geld, CCM, PGA
CMAC Ontario Branch – Vice President
Chief Operating Officer, The Club at North Halton

Hendrick van der Geld is a distinguished leader in the Canadian club industry, currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer at The Club at North Halton in Georgetown, Ontario. As both a Certified Club Manager (CCM) and a Class “A” PGA Professional, Hendrick bridges the gap between elite athletic programming and sophisticated business operations.

In every strong professional community, there’s a steady force working behind the scenes—connecting people, shaping ideas, and turning momentum into meaningful action. At the CMAC Ontario Branch, that force is Lisa Noonan.

While members often experience the polished results—engaging events, valuable education sessions, and a growing network of peers—the work that brings it all together is layered, intentional, and deeply collaborative. A day in Lisa’s world is less about routine and more about orchestration—balancing strategy, creativity, and connection to keep the branch moving forward.

Alena Miatlushka, MCATD
CMAC Ontario Branch – Board of Directors and Professional Pathways Chair
Director of Human Resources, The Boulevard Club

Alena Miatlushka is a highly accomplished Human Resources professional with a rich international background spanning Europe, the Middle East, and North America. With over 20 years of experience in the hospitality sector, she has developed deep expertise in hotel pre-openings, brand repositioning, and the strategic management of HR and training functions. Alena has successfully led regional HR communities, playing a critical role in implementing global people initiatives that align with business goals and elevate organizational performance.

Marcel Bregstein, CCM/Sommelier
Assistant General Manager, Toronto Hunt Club

It has been over a year and many of our favourite California, Oregon and Washington wines are still missing from LCBO shelves. If you’re struggling to replace the Cabs, Pinots and Chardonnays you used to love, the good news is that excellent alternatives exist — often from the very regions where these grapes originally came from.

For club management professionals, experience is essential — but recognized professional credibility is what sets leaders apart.

Earning your CCM is more than completing courses. It’s a structured professional journey that validates your knowledge, leadership ability, and commitment to excellence in club management.

Paul Cadieux, CCM
CMAC Ontario Branch – President
General Manager & Chief Operating Officer, Bayview Golf & Country Club

Paul Cadieux is a highly experienced club management leader whose strategic vision and operational expertise help elevate member experiences and strengthen club communities across Ontario. With a distinguished career spanning more than 25 years at some of Canada’s most respected private clubs, Paul’s influence in the industry continues to make a meaningful impact.

Bill Stepec
CMAC Ontario Branch – Membership, Marketing & Communications Chair
Director of Marketing & Communications, Ontario Racquet Club

Bill Stepec is an experienced club marketing professional with deep roots in the club industry and a strong commitment to advancing both club-level member engagement and broader industry development through volunteer leadership.

Martin Piché, CCM, BSc.
CMAC Ontario Branch – Secretary Treasurer
Chief Operating Officer, Scarboro Golf & Country Club

Martin Piché is a seasoned club management professional whose leadership and deep industry experience contribute to operational and strategic financial stewardship across the Ontario club sector.

Kathleen Howard
Vice-Chair, Professional Development Committee & Chair, Member Engagement Committee — CMAC Ontario Branch
Director of Food & Beverage, Toronto Cricket Skating and Curling Club

Kathleen Howard is a passionate club professional whose career has been shaped by a deep commitment to hospitality, mentorship, and building meaningful member experiences. With a strong foundation in food and beverage leadership and a genuine love for the club environment, Kathleen brings both operational expertise and heart to everything she does.