Whitetail Club is backed by an impressive leadership team founded on a commitment to uphold the heritage of the McCall region.

As President and General Manager of Whitetail Club, Tom E. Garcia provides top-level management and oversight of the club’s general operations, programming, sales strategy, and member guest experience. His innate passion and extensive background in hospitality continue to elevate Whitetail Club as one of the Top 150 Country Clubs by Platinum Clubs of America.

As a trusted leader in the hotel, resort, and private club sectors, Tom’s dynamic leadership has been instrumental in driving membership growth, fulfilling the club’s long-term objectives, and managing financial plans for on-site renovations. His exceptional stewardship and forward-thinking insights have been featured across publications like Mansion Global, Wall Street Journal, MountainLiving.com, and Idaho Business Review.

Prior to joining Whitetail Club, Tom held executive positions in regional capacities with both Benchmark Hospitality International and Noble House Hotels and Resorts. His work was conducive to creating cultures that influenced lifestyle programming while maintaining a strong acumen for financial management oversight. At Benchmark Hospitality, he was also responsible for overseeing the entire Food & Beverage division of the brand, leveraging its status to expand the portfolio of managed assets.

Throughout his career, Garcia has served on the board of directors for multiple hospitality and visitor bureaus and associations while participating in various community charitable events. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Management Information Systems from California State University Hayward. Tom enjoys the seasonality of mountain living with his wife, Michelle, and participating in various outdoor activities during his free time.

Andrew Elaimy is the Head Golf Professional at Whitetail Club. Elaimy brings a vibrant passion for golf coupled with a wealth of experience. Hailing from Spokane, Washington, and a proud graduate of the University of Idaho (Go Vandals!), Andrew holds a dual degree in Business Marketing and PGA Golf Management.

He’s held the position of Head Golf Professional at Old Works Golf Course, the University of Idaho Golf Course, and the Lexington Country Club. His background also includes experience as an Assistant Golf Professional for the Tournament Players Club (TPC) Boston and at Chambers Bay in Washington.

In 2023, Andrew received the prestigious PGA Merchandiser of the Year for the Western Montana chapter, a testament to his knack for blending quality products with salesmanship. His approach to the game extends beyond the technicalities, focusing on creating an inclusive atmosphere where seasoned players and novices feel welcome.

Andrew is deeply rooted in family values and loves his dogs, Meadow, and Franco. A self-proclaimed golf aficionado, he thrives on the challenge of improving not only his own game but of members too.

Rick Mooney, originally from Weezer, Idaho, is a proud third-generation Idahoan who now calls McCall, Idaho his home.

Rick began his journey at Whitetail Club 22 years ago as a project manager, golf course supervisor, and maintenance facilitator before his promotion in 2018 to his current role as Vice president of Maintenance and Development. Rick oversees golf course and facility maintenance across the Shore Lodge and Whitetail Club properties. His role involves daily oversight of vendor requests, capital improvements, and ensuring the facilities and properties are maintained to the highest standards. One of the most significant tasks he undertakes annually is aerification, a practice that maintains the health of the soil throughout the weather changes of the seasons. This process enables him and his team to provide world-class conditions for members.

With over 30 years in the golf course maintenance industry and a Golf Course Management certificate from Michigan State University, Rick brings a wealth of experience to his role. He has also been a member of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) for three decades. In 2020, Rick was honored as the Golfdom‘s Business Person of the Year, receiving the Herb Graffis Award. Additionally, this past year, GCSAA awarded Rick’s trusted companion, Wilson, the title of Dog of the Year in the 2024 LebanonTurf Product’s Dog Days of Golf calendar.

While Rick is thankful for the accolades he has received over the years, his family is the anchor of his life. He is a proud father to his three kids: Quinn, Cael, who is studying mechanical engineering, and Payton, who is pursuing her degree in structural engineering. He is also close to his father and brother, who are part of Whitetail Club. Outside of the office, Rick enjoys playing golf, fishing, and spending quality time with his loved ones, often near the river or lake.

With an associate degree in culinary arts from Johnson & Wales University, Executive Chef Marcus Stewart has been an imperative addition to the Shore Lodge culinary team. Formerly, Stewart was an executive chef with the Four Seasons Hotel Group, where he assisted in overseeing all culinary operations on the property.

Today, Chef Marcus is the Executive Chef for Shore Lodge and Whitetail Club, overseeing The Narrows Steakhouse alongside his Chef de Cuisine. Through Stewart’s four-year tenure with the property, he has actively contributed to the essence of Pacific Northwest cuisine.