Club and Community Association Staff
The Red Ledges club and community association staff is committed to making our members feel at home—blending luxury and comfort. Whether you are a new member or an established resident, this directory will help you direct your questions and comments to the right team member.
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John “JJ” Johnson
General Manager: Club and Community Association
As the general manager, JJ oversees the entire operations of the club and community association, its amenities, and overall member experience. JJ has been at Red Ledges since the club’s inception in 2009 and has enjoyed watching the club grow and meeting each member who has driven the community’s growth.
Daniel Thompson
Assistant General Manager, Food & Beverage Director
Daniel Thompson started at Red Ledges in 2009 as the executive chef. However, in 2021, Daniel was promoted and became the assistant general manager and director of food and beverage. Although you might catch Daniel in the kitchen, he spends most of his time overseeing day-to-day operations.
Stephanie Potempa
Wellness Center & Event Director
Stephanie Potempa uses her considerable skills and friendly energy to bring the best activities and events to Red Ledges. From wilderness guide to events planner to writer, Stephanie, a Utah Renaissance woman, brings our community a variety of activities and events that make an engaging mountain lifestyle easy to embrace.
Maryse Mits
Member Services Manager
Maryse Mits’ background is in customer service and the hospitality industry, making her a great addition to the member services team in 2020. Mits’ member services team provides Red Ledges’ residents with a range of information—from dinner reservations at the Juniper Grill to answering questions about the property.
Jennifer Miller
Membership Coordinator
When Jennifer Miller first started at Red Ledges, Jennifer served residents as a concierge at the member services desk. Jennifer was recently promoted to member services coordinator. Jennifer’s role is to help new Red Ledges Club members make the most of their new membership as quickly as possible.
Jeremy Fleming
Director of Facility and Home Services
Jeremy Fleming, the director of facility and home services, has been with Red Ledges since 2020 In this role, Jeremy leads a team that is responsible for making sure the Club’s facilities are looking their best while also helping members with various home services, including home inspections, white glove projects, and more—follow the link to learn more.
Dean Hale
Wellness Center Manager
With the community’s Wellness Center opening in 2023—the Club needed someone with a strong background in customer service with a passion for fitness. Dean’s experience as a YMCA Fitness Director, baseball coach, and various customer service positions—made him an obvious choice. Today, Dean leads the Wellness Center staff and together they strive to provide members with an excellent experience.
Sarah Warren
Lead Server and Manager
Sarah Warren moved to Utah in 1997. Her experience before Red Ledges includes 17 years of Alpine race coaching and 20 years as a server. In 2021, Sarah was promoted to the Lead Server and Manager position at the Juniper Grill. In this role, she and her team strive to provide members with exceptional service—including remembering member’s favorites (table, drinks, and more).
Trevor Bangerter
Operations Manager
Trevor Bangerter has been with Red Ledges since 2013 and worked in the Juniper Grill and Poolside Grill & Bar kitchens when they opened. In 2022, Trevor was promoted, in the summer, Trevor manages the pool staff. In the winter, he manages our ski shuttle program. As a Heber City local— he recommends hiking Mount Timpanogos at least once.
Clark Norris
Executive Chef
Before joining the Red Ledges culinary team in 2018, Clark worked as an executive chef at Deer Valley Resort for 30 years—known for its delicious cuisine. Norris’ creative touch and attention to detail is easy to see and taste at both the Juniper Grill and the Poolside restaurant at the Village Center.
Michael Topp
Tennis Director
Michael Topp is the director of tennis at the Cliff Drysdale Tennis School at Red Ledges. Topp leads a team that teaches tennis and pickleball clinics for children and adults at skill levels ranging from beginner to expert. Additionally, our program offers opportunities for skill development through league play between members. Click here to learn more about our tennis and pickleball program.
Brenda Metzger
Owner and Operator of KB HORSES
Brenda Metzger is the owner and operator of KB HORSES at Red Ledges. Riding with Metzger and her team teaches members what it means to partner with your horse and how to form that bond. Through this knowledge and relationship with the horse, members can experience more than a typical nose-to-tail trail ride. Follow the link to learn more about the equestrian center.
Jon Paupore
Director of Golf
Selected by Jim McLean as the director of golf for the school at Red Ledges in 2009—Jon Paupore leads an elite team of golf instructors. While working with golfers of every skill level, the team uses their experience to maximize each participant’s enjoyment and understanding of the game. Click here to meet the rest of the golf staff.
Pat Christoffer
Director of Agronomy
Pat Christoffer has a B.S. and M.S. in agronomy from Washington State University and has maintained golf courses for almost 25 years. Christoffer has worked for Red Ledges since 2007. Together, this team works to ensure Red Ledges’ members have an award-winning golf course to play on each year.
Daine Smith
Community Association Manager
As the community association manager at Red Ledges, Daine Smith works to ensure that our growing community preserves the vision of Red Ledges—one house and neighborhood at a time. Smith’s team comes to work daily looking for ways to keep Red Ledges looking its best for residents.
Leslie Robinson
Greeter’s Cottage Manager
Leslie Robinson manages staff members at the Greeter’s Cottages at both the Village Center and Clubhouse entrances. Robinson’s staff greets every Red Ledges member with a friendly smile and wave. If a member’s guest needs directions to their destination, the team will provide your visitor with a map and directions.
DJ Lenson
Architectural Review Committee Manager
As the ARC Manager, DJ Lenson strives to preserve the integrity of the community by working with the members, the ARC board, architects, contractors, and landscapers to ensure Red Ledges continues its vision during construction and future projects. If you’re planning to landscape, remodel your exterior, or re-stain your home, please contact Lenson.
Kelly Jarrett
A/R Specialist
Kelly Jarrett joined the Red Ledges accounting team in 2021 as the accounts receivable specialist. In this role, Jarrett is responsible for sending members a digital copy of their statement at the beginning of every month. If you have questions about your monthly statement, please contact Jarrett directly.
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205 N. Red Ledges Blvd | Heber City, Utah 84032