Tara Collins Puc
West Palm Beach,FL
Summary
Leading with positive energy, attention to detail, and a genuine commitment to anticipating members' needs, I believe exceptional clubs are built through exceptional member experiences. My expertise spans club operations, budget management, team leadership, programming, and member engagement. I have a proven record of creating innovative programs, developing high-performing teams, and building welcoming environments where members and their families choose to spend their time.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Sports
Eastpointe Country Club
08.2010 - Current
- Direct all operations for Tennis, Pickleball, Health & Wellness Center, Aquatics and Kids Clubhouse.
- Lead and develop a team of 30 staff members, overseeing staffing, scheduling, performance, and daily operations.
- Develop and manage departmental budgets, financial performance, and strategic planning.
- Create innovative programming, tournaments, camps, leagues, and special events that increase member engagement and participation.
- Ensure all club amenities are maintained to the highest standards and fully prepared each day to deliver an exceptional member experience.
- Build strong member relationships by anticipating needs, providing exceptional service, and fostering a welcoming, energetic club culture.
- Increased participation and revenue through strategic programming, junior camps, lessons, and league development.
Private Tennis Coach
Self-Employed First Service Tennis, Inc
10.2005 - 08.2010
- Operated a successful private coaching business, training competitive junior and adult players.
- Designed personalized training programs to enhance individual player performance, doubles strategy and skill development.
- Developed junior athletes who advanced to high-level tournament play and collegiate tennis.
Head Tennis Professional
Ibis Country Club
09.1992 - 10.2005
- Assisted in all aspects of the club's tennis program, including private lessons, clinics, tournaments, pro shop merchandising and special events.
- Developed and managed a comprehensive junior tennis program while coaching players of all ages and skill levels..
- Recruited and developed ladies' team tennis, increasing participation and member engagement.
- Built strong member relationships through exceptional instruction, personalized service, and innovative programming.
Education
Associate of Science - Exercise Physiology
Florida International University
Miami, FLSkills
- Implemented Eastpointe Country Club Kids Day Camp, growing enrollment from 5 to 60 participants per camp
- Top 50 All Time Greatest Florida Players List
- Created and designed The Kids Clubhouse at ECC from concept to groundbreaking to completion
- RSPA National Sportsmanship Award
- Developed the Junior Tennis Program at ECC from the ground up, creating a thriving, revenue producing operation
- RSPA Florida Player of the Year - 3 consecutive years
- Established and expanded ECC's Pickleball program through staffing and creative programming
- Leased ECC's tennis facility as the Owner/Operator of First Service Tennis, Inc 16 Tennis Courts, 10 Staff Members, 150 Members
- Train high profile and celebrity clients through customized tennis instruction, maintaining the highest standards of discretion, confidentiality and service
- Bobby Jones Links - Racquets Director of the Year Award - 2 consecutive years
Certification
RSPA
USTA
CPR, First Aid, AED
Timeline
Director of Sports
Eastpointe Country Club
08.2010 - Current
Private Tennis Coach
Self-Employed First Service Tennis, Inc
10.2005 - 08.2010
Head Tennis Professional
Ibis Country Club
09.1992 - 10.2005
Associate of Science - Exercise Physiology
Florida International University
About Me
A West Palm Beach, Florida native with deep roots in the community, I come from a family with a rich Florida history—my great-great-great-grandfather served as Florida's first governor. I am married to a fellow racquet sports professional and former Canadian National Tennis Champion. Together, we enjoy spending time with our five daughters. Outside of work, I enjoy fishing, reading, and cheering on my favorite ice hockey, football and baseball team.