GENERAL MANAGER, BAY CREEK RESORT AND CLUB

Bob Ewing

Bob’s industry career has spanned over 28 years and has included positions with such companies as ClubCorp of America, Meadowbrook Golf Group, Gotham Golf, and Troon. His experience in all aspects of Club Management and Operations positions him perfectly for his new role at Bay Creek.

Bob served as Vice President of Ron Jaworski Management and managed properties in the Mid-Atlantic States including Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware and West Virginia. In his time with Ron Jaworski, Bob took the company from managing one course to six in his eight-year term. Bob also founded a successful consulting company and has been one of the principals and main Golf Instructors with The Dick Smith Golf Academy. Bob was instrumental in beginning the Golf Program for Cecil College and was responsible for all recruiting and Head Coaching duties for this Junior College in Maryland, coaching the team to winning seasons in their first two years of existence.

Bob continued his career running Harbor Pines Golf Club in Ocean City, New Jersey, then signed on with Billy Casper Golf as General Manager of Colony West Golf Club in Southeast Florida, home of The Honda Classic in the 1960’s. He was then promoted to building the West Coast portfolio for BCG as the West Regional Director of Operations before returning to the East Coast to manage Heritage Shores in Delaware.

Bob grew up in the Philadelphia area and graduated from Temple University with a degree in Computer Science.

Bob’s affiliations include The PGA of America, The National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA), The National Golf Foundation (NGF), the United States Tennis Association (USTA), United States Golf Association (USGA) and The Dick Smith Golf Teaching Academy (DSGA).

Assistant General Manager

Shantelle Stratton

Shantelle Stratton has been a part of the Bay Creek family for years. She serves as Assistant General Manager of Bay Creek Resort where, daily, her passion for customer service elevates the Club experience for every member.

An Eastern Shore native, Shantelle has taken on many roles at Bay Creek over the years. Her expertise in web, graphic design, and computer systems led her from positions in Bay Creek hospitality to the Communications and Accounting departments, then to her role as Office Manager, Executive Assistant for the Club, and now, Assistant General Manager.

With years of expertise, Shantelle has a deep understanding of Bay Creek and its unique Club and Resort experience. And while her many roles at Bay Creek have required new and different capabilities, each position has ‘service’ in common. Shantelle’s dedication to Bay Creek’s members is unmatched.

“What I like most is painting the Bay Creek experience for our members. Customer service is one of the biggest parts of what we do—I want each member to truly feel excited to be here.”

Shantelle resides in Cape Charles with Nick, her husband of 20 years, and their three dogs. In her spare time, she loves reading good books and using her impressive graphic design talents.

DIRECTOR OF GOLF

Zach Pfingst

Zach Pfingst has been immersed in the great sport of golf his whole life. Inspired by Nicklaus’ legendary 1986 Masters win, Zach, a Southampton, Virginia native, became passionate about learning to golf as a child and never looked back. He was an All American at North Greenville University in South Carolina and started all four years at the Division 2 school.

Zach has a keen understanding of the private club and golf world, having worked at such prestigious clubs as The Cliffs. He joined Bay Creek in 2001, then accepted the role of Head Golf Professional and, most recently, Director of Golf. As his impressive tenure shows, Zach has an intimate knowledge of Bay Creek and its unique golf offering. Zach and his team strive to deliver the ultimate golfing experience for members and guests, conducting lessons, clinics, producing events and tournaments. They’re great at sharing advice and encouragement, as well! Zach is passionate about sharing his love of golf with others, both seasoned players and new golfers, alike.

Zach also loves the water enjoys operating a charter boat on the Lower Eastern Shore of Virginia for fishing and Eco Cruises along the Barrier Islands, marshes and creeks. He is a Qualified East Coast Flats Fly Fishing Guide and is Coast Guard Certified.

GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT

Michael W. Smith

Mike has been in the role of Head Golf Course Superintendent for more than a decade, ensuring Bay Creek golf operates at a world-class level. He initially came to Bay Creek in the year 2000 as Assistant Superintendent, after a tenure at Ford’s Colony Country Club in Williamsburg.

He is passionate about maintaining optimum health of the Bay Creek courses and meeting and exceeding the expectations of the members and guests who enjoy them. He manages a hardworking, knowledgeable team of pros who keep Bay Creek golf in peak condition.

A Williamsburg, Virginia, native, Mike began playing golf in high school after tagging along when his father played. He was offered a position at Ford’s Colony directly out of high school and has dedicated his professional life to ensuring excellence in the unique private golf club space. Mike moved to the Eastern Shore to join the Bay Creek family in the year 2000 with his wife, Nicolle and daughter, Grace. He enjoys playing golf as much as possible and spending time with his family.

Executive Chef

Linda Wessells

Executive Chef Linda Wessells brings a passion for fresh, inspiring Eastern Shore cuisine and continues the tradition of exceptional dining at Bay Creek. With her signature blend of sophisticated yet soulful cooking, she delivers a rich tapestry of flavors that Members and guests love.

Linda joined the Bay Creek team in the fall of 2023, bringing substantial culinary experience from Cape Charles’s Oyster Farm at Kings Creek and other establishments. She quickly became a cornerstone of the Coach House, serving as both Chef de Cuisine and Sous Chef before stepping into the role of Executive Chef in 2025. Her energy, talent, and refined palate now shape the tavern’s distinctive character, offering something delicious for every taste. Known for her love of fresh ingredients, scratch-made country cooking, great Italian dishes, and perfectly prepared meats, Linda creates menus rooted in decades of expertise across a wide range of flavors and styles. She is particularly celebrated for her irresistible signature dessert menus, which feature house-made cheesecakes, chocolate cake, fruit crisps, silky tiramisu, and decadent brownies—just to name a few.

Whether creating hearty entrées, weekly seafood specials, or memorable wine pairing dinners, Linda and her team make every meal and every special occasion at Bay Creek truly delicious.