Marty brings a lifelong passion for hospitality, food, and service to his role as Food and Beverage Director. Prior to joining the CCL team, he served as Director of Food & Beverage at The Country Club of Loch Lloyd for seven years. He also spent eight years at the National Golf Club in a variety of roles, including Food and Beverage Director and Real Estate Agent, gaining a well-rounded understanding of club operations and member service. Marty has been with CCL for ten amazing years.

Before entering the country club industry, Marty built a strong foundation in hospitality through hands-on roles such as server, bartender, trainer, manager, and director. He also co-owned a bar in Clear Lake, Iowa, alongside his identical twin brother, Eryn—an experience that further strengthened his entrepreneurial spirit and leadership skills.

Marty has a deep appreciation for great food and wine and genuinely enjoys meeting new people. He grew up in Blue Springs, Missouri, and attended the University of Missouri in Columbia. He now resides in Sugar Creek, Missouri, with his wife, Lanett, her mother, Sylvia, and their beloved dogs, Nora and Riley.

A lifelong golf enthusiast, Marty is also a devoted fan of Mizzou, the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, Sporting KC, and NASCAR. Above all, he believes strongly in chivalry and in treating others the way he would want to be treated—values that guide both his professional approach and personal life.

Stephanie joins the Country Club of Leawood team from the Del Frisco Restaurant Group, where she served as the sales and event planner for Sullivan’s Steakhouse in Leawood. Prior to her two years with Sullivan’s, Stephanie opened Firebird’s Wood Fired Grill in Overland Park as its sales and marketing director. A graduate of Arizona State University with a BFA in graphic design, she has worked with local and national companies as an art director, designer and marketing manager. She’s been active in the Leawood and Overland Park Chambers and enjoys interacting with members and participating in community events. She considers herself fortunate to be able to combine her passion for food and hospitality with her experience in sales and marketing as a member of Country Club of Leawood team. Stephanie and her husband, Bill, are lifelong residents of the area. They enjoy cooking, golfing, traveling and spending time with their daughter, Madeline.

Patty began working at CCL in March of 2011 and stayed through its transition of ownership to Capital Foresight. She graduated from Bishop Miege High School (class of 78) and studied Interior Design at K-State University. Recently she returned to college and in December, 2017 she earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration along with an Accounting Certification at the University of Kansas, Edwards Campus. In the fall of 2018 she began graduate coursework at KU in the Working Professional’s MAcc (Master of Accounting) program. Her professional experience includes over 40 years of audit, bookkeeping, accounting and management work within retail, educational and construction trades prior to entering the club industry. She and her husband, Brent, have two grown children (Kristen & Alan,) and two Labrador retrievers (Max and Murphy.) Patty enjoys archery, baseball, boating and fishing area lakes, traveling and camping.

Kayla Ardini joined the Country Club of Leawood in September 2025 as Director of Media & Communications. A proud University of Missouri graduate, she earned her degree in Hospitality Management with a minor in Business.

Before joining Leawood, Kayla served as Director of Member Relations and Events at Blue Hills Country Club, where she discovered her passion for creative storytelling and building strong connections within the club community.

Outside of work, Kayla enjoys time with friends, relaxing, and keeping up with her favorite shows.

Katherine joined the team at the Country Club of Leawood in February 2025. She grew up in Leawood, alongside her three older brothers Patrick, John and Ryan. She graduated from Notre Dame de Sion High School in 2018 and then moved to Iola, KS to attend Allen County Community College on a soccer scholarship. Prior to joining CCL, she gained experience in customer service and as a billing specialist, working at an auto logistics company for four years. In her free time she enjoys drawing, fishing and spening quality time with friends and family. Katherine loves being part of the CCL family and we hope to have her on our team for many years to come!

Growing up in Inman, KS Chris worked at the Prairie Dunes Country Club. This is where he gained a passion for the industry. He is a graduate of the Rutgers Golf Course Turf Management Program and is currently a GCSSA Class A Golf Course Superintendent. He comes to us from the Wichita Country Club, where he served as the Golf Course Superintendent. Prior, he was Golf Course Superintendent at Reflection Ridge Golf Club in Wichita, KS and had previously been an Assistant superintendent in Kansas and Missouri. Chris is committed to developing his staff into a team that takes pride in their work, and as a result, making the golf course at Country Club of Leawood the best it can be for the enjoyment of its members and guests. He is known for presenting a clean & detailed golf course with firm and fast surfaces. While away from the golf course he enjoys spending quality time with his wife Brylie and his daughters Amzie and Atley.

With over 23 years of experience in health and wellness, Robin Hackney is dedicated to helping individuals live healthier, happier lives through movement that works for their bodies, balanced nutrition, restorative rest, and mental well-being. She specializes in personal training, group fitness, health coaching, assisted stretching, and wellness challenges, with expertise in yoga, strength training, Pilates, and water aerobics.

A Kansas City metro native from Louisburg, Kansas, Robin believes community and connection are essential to overall wellness. Outside the gym, she enjoys time in nature, staying active, and relaxing with a great glass of wine alongside her family—including her two grandsons—and a lively household of pets.

Brian was born in Germany while his father was stationed there, serving in the U.S. Army. He was raised in Wichita, Kansas and developed a passion for cooking at an early age. After graduating from high school, he worked at the Airport Radisson Hotel in Wichita and soon after, convinced his parents to let him enroll in the Chef’s Apprenticeship and Hotel Management program at Johnson County Community College. Upon graduating, he became the Chef de Cuisine of Benton’s Prime Steak House on the Rooftop of the Westin Hotel here in Kansas City. He also traveled with Starwood Hotels and Resorts as part of the team that opened “W” luxury concept hotels. In 1999, he left Westin Hotels and worked as the Executive Chef for Kansas City Catering. After working with the Nelson Art Gallery for 2 years, he became the Executive Chef at The Country Club of Loch Lloyd, where he remained for eleven years. Collectively, he brings a successful blend of talent and experience to the Country Club of Leawood.

My journey at the Country Club of Leawood began in 2009 at Leawood South Country Club. I attended Missouri State University, where I later graduated, and returned each summer to work at the club during its remodel, helping shape the CCL we know and love today.

After completing my internship at CCL, I expanded my experience at Saddle and Sirloin, ultimately serving as Food & Beverage Director right after graduation. In 2018, I united with Marty and returned to CCL as Assistant Food & Beverage Director, a role I held until 2024.

Seeking to broaden my expertise, I continued my career as a Food & Beverage Director and General Manager outside the club before being fortunate enough to return once more in July 2025 as the Clubhouse Manager. I’m thrilled to continue serving our members and contributing to the exceptional experience that makes CCL truly special.