Our Team
We’re proud of our team here at Burlingame.
Brian McEnteer
Chief Operating Officer/General Manager
Brian McEnteer is a seasoned hospitality professional with over four decades of experience, currently serving as the General Manager/COO of Burlingame Country Club (BCC). Since joining BCC in April 2014, McEnteer has been instrumental in overseeing the daily operations of the club, managing an executive team, and leading more than 50 employees. His tenure has been marked by significant infrastructure improvements, including the rollout of a multi-million-dollar renovation project. These upgrades encompassed a completely new main kitchen, roof replacement, and the addition of new bar, lounge, and dining areas. Notably, the club introduced “Elevation 3042,” a new restaurant, a renovated wellness center, and a greatly expanded lawn sports complex featuring tennis, pickleball, and croquet facilities.
Before his role at BCC, McEnteer served as the Assistant General Manager at North Ridge Country Club in Raleigh, North Carolina. His journey in the hospitality industry began in a different capacity; before 1999, he was an Executive Chef at various boutique restaurants, private clubs, and hotels in Connecticut and New York City. A highlight of his early career was his employment by the Helmsley family, where he worked at the prestigious Park Lane Hotel and their private residence in New York City. This extensive culinary background provided McEnteer with a unique perspective and skill set that he has since applied to his management roles in the private club sector.
Beyond his professional responsibilities, McEnteer enjoys a fulfilling personal life. He takes pleasure in cooking for his wife, tinkering in his shop, and indulging in online shopping on Amazon. Recently, he has embraced the joy of spending quality time with his new granddaughter, adding a delightful dimension to his life outside of work. His multifaceted career and personal interests paint a picture of a dedicated and well-rounded individual who brings passion and expertise to everything he does.
Meet the Team
John Carter
PGA Professional
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Arrived to Burlingame in 2011 and with an abundance of accomplishments and; Ranked Number 1 Junior in North Carolina for 3 years, there were bound to be improvements to individual swings! Johns knowledge and experience includes Past President of the Carolinas Chapter of the PGA Association. John played professionally for 2 years in the PGA circuit and has won 2 Major and over 20 other professional tournaments, both team and individual. John graduated from NC State with a degree in Sports Management on a full scholarship for the golf team.
John is an excellent one on one coach while also being team oriented.
Tom Tyler
Tennis Professional
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Tom is a Florida Native and a Highly Ranked Junior Tennis Player.
While Tom was playing tennis and a Finance Major at Florida State University, he found his passion for teaching Tennis and Has pursued that passion ever since.
He began teaching Tennis in 2002 in Lake Mary, Florida.
Tom has been in charge of coordinating and managing tennis programs in Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina.
Though Tom has much experience in playing the game he also brings a host of additional qualifications, some of those include: High-Performance Coaching, Strength and Conditioning Coaching, Performance Enhancement Specialist (NASM), Personal Trainer (NASM), Professional Tennis Registry (PTR), Professional Pickleball Registry (PPR).
Tom comes to Burlingame CC from Winter Springs, Florida, where he was the Tennis Director at Tuscawilla Country Club.
Tom is a Certified Pickleball Professional and is knowledgeable in Golf Croquet.
Tom joined us in 2018 as an Assistant Tennis Professional and has built rapport with both the Tennis, Croquet and Pickleball Members.
Jennifer Webb
Membership & Marketing Director
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Jennifer arrived to Burlingame Country Club the early spring of 2016. She arrived with an abundance of experience in the club and hospitality industry.
After graduating from Johnson & Wales University, Providence, RI, she set sail for the South Carolina Yacht Club, HHI, SC. After 3 years of valuable experience, Jennifer then went to work as the Executive Pastry chef for Westin Hotels and Resorts in HHI, SC for 5 years. Then Marriott Hotels and Resorts for 5 years and was afforded the opportunity to work as a Task Force team member, helping new construction resorts in training and event/ menu planning. Jennifer then re-entered the club industry and resided in Brevard for 8 years, then discovered, a jewel in Sapphire, NC – Burlingame Country Club! Jennifer has worked in Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, St. Kitts, West Indies and various other resort locations. Please call Jennifer 828.966.9200 to further explore the host of opportunities that Burlingame Country Club can offer with a membership!!
Lina Hendrix
Food & Beverage Manager
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Lina, native of Medellin, Colombia came to the USA in 2000. Lina began her American tour in Florida, where she met her Husband, John.
John introduced Lina to the hospitality industry and started spending their winters in Palm Beach, FL and Summers in Sapphire, NC, all while studying for her citizenship and becoming an American Citizen about 6 years ago.
Lina has become a valued member of the Burlingame management team for 10 years.
Gerry Fong
Executive Chef, CEC
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Chef Gerry comes to us from Wake Forest, NC where for the past three years he has been the Executive Chef at North Carolina State University – Centennial Campus. His responsibilities included the overseeing of operations for the Alumni Center, Chancellor’s Residence, The State Club and Lonnie Poole Golf Course.
Chef Fong is working on menus for all of our dining, events, specials and some fun surprises. A graduate from the Culinary Institute of America, his professional work experience has included a Ritz Carlton in CA; a quaint restaurant in Pinehurst, NC; a waterfront business on the coast of NC and most recently as Executive Chef for the Centennial Campus at North Carolina State University. All have heightened and shaped his skills. He has a deep appreciation and understanding of flavors, culture, authenticity, and trends. He has won numerous awards and accolades, such as NC Competition Dining, Food Network’s “Cutthroat Kitchen” and Top 100 Chefs in NC.
Chef Fong brings a positive attitude and contagious smile along with motivation and excitement to create culinary delights. He has built strong connections with farmers and local purveyors to ensure seasonal products are at their best. His emphasis for local and sustainable products brings the true farm to table experience.