Mark Beranek
Operations and Business Development
Mark obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Landscape Architecture which led to an opportunity to pursue his passion – Golf Club management. He became the General Manager at Sunset Whitney Country Club (which had recently been in reorganization). Soon after, the club executed a strong marketing plan armed with creative ideas. The club’s growth explode and enjoyment of the Country Club life returned to the Membership.
Mark is returning to his biggenst passion, golf resort management. Mark first came to know of Nakoma Golf Resort from a magazine advertisement in 1999 and being familiar with Frank Lloyd Wright’s work, he and his wife, Brenda, were intrigued and very interested to see Nakoma. They took a weekend trip in 2000 and played the Dragon (the resort was under construction). It was love at first sight and they immediately purchased lot #442 with hopes of becoming a resident one day. Nakoma Golf Resort is the perfect opportunity to blend Mark’s skills with a dream and promise where Mark’s true passion lies. Stay tuned for a great 2012 at Nakoma!
Club phone # (530) 832-5067 Cell (916) 705-8080 and e-mail mark@boommark.net
Caleb Olsen
Head Golf Professional, Nakoma Golf Resort
Caleb Olsen is thrilled to serve as the Head Golf Professional at Nakoma Golf Resort. Caleb first came to Nakoma as the Assistant Golf Professional before accepting the position of Head Golf Professional in early 2012.
Caleb initially fell in love with golf while stationed in Hawaii during his service for the United States Marine Corps. Once experiencing the beauty that is Hawaii golf, Caleb knew he had found his next calling in life. Other than his family, it was the love of the game that kept him motivated during deployments. Concluding his USMC service, Caleb enrolled at the Golf Academy of America and graduated with a Golf Complex Operations degree in spring 2011.
Whether it’s your weekly tee-time, group outing, or tournament, Caleb's passion lies in ensuring every golfer’s experience at Nakoma Golf Resort is a special one. Lessons are core to what he enjoys most, as Caleb strives to offer detailed, yet all encompassing sessions where the instructor and student can create a relationship that will produce positive results.
The correct swing plane is the basis of Caleb’s teaching philosophy. Caleb welcomes any and all opportunities to work with juniors expanding upon the maturing potential and talent, while emphasizing golf fundamentals.
Whether it’s a lesson, a passing tip, or a conversation at the clubhouse, Caleb looks forward to meeting you!
Club phone # (530) 832-5067 or email at caleb@nakomagolfresort.com
Laura Bemis
Director of Villa Operations and Special Events
530-832-9903 Fax
laura@schomacgroup.com
A real estate industry veteran of 17 years, Laura Bemis serves as Nakoma’s Director of Villa Operations. Laura is a longtime Plumas County resident who is thrilled to be part of the Nakoma team. “Nakoma offers unique architecture and the mountain views are incredible,” she says. The resort offers great golfing, but there are also many other activities like biking, hiking and fishing that are available just outside your back door.”
Jason Klemesrud
The Dragon and the Feather River Inn Golf Course Superintendent
The Dragon and the Feather River Inn Golf Course Superintendent Jason Klemesrud has worked in the golf industry for close to 20 years. He studied golf course management at Rutgers University and later served as the assistant superintendent of WhiteHawk Ranch Golf Club. In 2010, Nakoma’s new management decided Jason was the most qualified person to resurrect The Dragon. “My job is to make sure the golf course is agronomically sound and in its best playable condition all season long,” Jason explains. “In return I get thousands of happy golfers enjoying the hard work my crew and I put in everyday.”