About Clay

A Los Angeles native, Clay brings the lifelong experience of Food & Beverage to the Porter Valley team. Having been blessed with restaurant-owning parents, Clay learned about the industry early from the inside-out and bottom-up. Alongside his industry experience, Clay carries an Economics degree from San Diego State University. As the Director of Food & Beverage, Clay emphasizes a teamwork-oriented and collaborative approach to Food and Beverage. Clay shares his vast knowledge with the Food & Beverage team to grow the overall dining experience at Porter Valley to new heights.

About Dan

Originally from Wisconsin, Dan's passion to help people and outgoing personality led to a career in hospitality, holding leadership positions in Hotel Operations, Restaurant Operations, Golf Operations and Club Operations. Dan's diverse background includes Bachelor of Science degrees from the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse, in Business Management with a minor in Recreation Management and from the University of Wisconsin - Stout, in Golf Enterprise Management. Dan joined Invited in 2010 at Desert Falls as First Assistant Golf Professional, he held that role until 2013 and was promoted to Director of Membership and Marketing. He was promoted to his current role as Director of Membership at Porter Valley in 2015. When not at the Club welcoming new Members, he enjoys traveling, staying fit, being active outdoors, and spending time with his family back in Wisconsin. When not working, traveling or at the beach, you will find him on a GolfBoard and is always up for a game on The Links.

About Julie

Originally from Massachusetts, Julie started her career in private country clubs at Highland Country Club. Julie moved to Southern California after coming here for a vacation in 1983. Her first job in California was at Wilshire Country Club. After moving to the San Fernando Valley, Julie joined Invited in 1985, starting at Braemar Country Club as Assistant Private Events Director. After three short months, she was promoted to Porter Valley Country Club as Private Events Director and has enjoyed Porter Valley ever since. During her tenure, she has received several awards including Invited President's Club and most recently Invited Hall of Fame. When she is not at the Club, Julie enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, and large extended family.