Elizabeth Stuart

A warm, authentic, detail-oriented manager and collaborator, dedicated to service and quality in all pursuits.

Property Manager & Executive Assistant - Montecito Country Mart - Santa Barbara, CA

(2026-04)

Provides on-site property management and executive-level administrative support for the ownership and management team of Montecito Country Mart, a local lifestyle landmark, with a village offering organic eateries, bespoke fashion, curated home goods, local conveniences, and community events.

• Oversees daily operations, calendars, maintenance, tenant relations, and on-site support functions
• Supervises maintenance staff: coordinates maintenance, repairs, landscaping, janitorial, security services, and emergency issues; serves as contact for vendors, contractors, and utility providers
• Primary on-site liaison for tenants: addresses concerns, enforces operational lease requirements, and manages property signage
• Assists with construction coordination by supporting contractors, architects, tenants, and ownership during on-site meetings, inspections, and permitting needs
• Supports marketing and leasing efforts

Membership Manager - La Cumbre Country Club - Santa Barbara, CA

(2022-01 - 2026-03)

Developed and implemented initiatives that enhanced the member experience at La Cumbre Country Club while promoting the club to prospective members and the broader community.

• Developed membership goals and executed growth strategies in coordination with the Board of Directors and executive leadership
• Penned membership policies and procedures
• Expanded membership sales and inspired retention
• Created and promoted club activities including new member functions
• Managed membership communication
• Analyzed demographic data for trends and opportunities
• Hosted tours and handled pre-membership contact
• Reviewed membership applications and onboarded incoming members
• Ran monthly membership committee meetings with Board and executive leadership, and prepared briefings for the Board of Directors
• Employed extensive knowledge of golf and the club, and joined members for rounds to foster relationships and trust

Executive Assistant - La Cumbre Country Club - Santa Barbara, CA

(2022-01 - 2024-12)

Was the right hand and spokesperson for the General Manager and COO.

• Maintained the GM's calendar and was responsible for making sure all appointments were kept
• Served as liaison to the Board of Directors
• Managed and scheduled all meetings for the Board and 15 Board committees; recorded and kept meeting minutes
• Collaborated with all departments in the club to ensure new member events and interviews were cross-scheduled
• Ensured all departments were up to speed on the membership calendar and staff were coordinated accordingly

Staff Accountant - La Cumbre Country Club - Santa Barbara, CA

(2019-01 - 2022-12)

Served as a primary contact for club members.

• Sent monthly statements and account updates while keeping an accurate record of incoming payments and outstanding balances
• Reviewed, verified, organized, coded, and paid all invoices from club departments, while remaining amiable and thorough
• Addressed and solved member issues regarding all aspects of the club, not only in accounting, but in the larger commitment to member service and experience

Assistant Golf Professional - La Cumbre Country Club - Santa Barbara, CA

(2015-01 - 2019-12)

Managed the golf shop and provided instruction for members of all ages. Employed patience and understanding, and adapted to the skills and personalities of students to offer a tailored experience.

• Handled store merchandising
• Ran an online member services portal and tournament database
• Liaised with golf company reps
• Co-managed monthly inventory
• Organized and staffed events, such as golf tournaments and trunk shows

Advertising - Florida International University (2001-01 - 2004-12) Miami, FL

University of Georgia (2000-01 - 2001-12) Athens, GA