Treetops Resort in Gaylord has hired Chris Hale as its new director of dales and marketing and Todd Zunker as its new director of golf.
Born and raised in St. Louis, Mo., earned a communications degree with emphasis on advertising and media relations from St. Louis University.
Now, with more than 25 years of professional experience, Hale brings marketing ops, sales leadership, and creative expertise to Treetops Resort. His career’s highlights include marketing roles at AT&T/Cingular Wireless, vice president of sales and marketing at Shanty Creek Resort in Bellaire, and vice president of marketing at Britten Inc. in Traverse City.
“I strive for creative and resourceful solutions — for our guest experiences, for our brand’s voice, and within our daily operations,” says Hale. “I am excited and have high expectations for our future.”
Zunker was born and raised in West Bend, Wisc. A 1999 graduate of the SDGA Golf Academy in Myrtle Beach, S.C., Zunker earned an associate degree in business and marketing. He also became certified in building clubs and club repair and was the school’s match play champion.
He brings more than two decades of professional golf operations experience to Treetops. His career highlights include roles such as operations supervisor with the PGA Tour at the TPC Network and an instrumental part of the opening team at Streamsong Resort, where he rose to head professional over an 11-year tenure. Most recently, he contributed his talents to Walt Disney World Golf. As Disney’s head professional, Zunker managed the day-to-day operations and elevated overall guest satisfaction from 94 percent to 99 percent.
“I believe in creating an inviting atmosphere that everyone wants to be a part of,” Zunker says. “Whether guest or staff member, unity is the key to success in providing high-value customer service,” said Zunker. “I enjoy creating an experience and long-lasting memories for every guest I interact with.”
