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Our Management Team

 
Larry Burks – General Manager

lburks@grandelk.com
 
Larry has been in the golf industry for over 39 years as a member of the Grounds Crew, Golf Course Superintendent, General Manager and even a stint as a Nordic Director. Larry is a 4th generation native to Colorado.  He is an avid golfer, downhill skier, mountain biker, Nordic skier, tennis player, hiker and anything else to do with the outdoors.  Larry attended the University of Massachusetts and majored in turf grass management.

Mike Ritter – PGA Head Professional Emeritus

mritter@grandelk.com
 
Mike has been the Head Professional at Grand Elk for 15 of the 20 years since opening. He became a PGA Member in 2002 and served his apprenticeship at the Denver Country Club and Boca Woods County Club. He first moved to Grand County in 1982.  He serves as the President of Grand Links and is a member of the Grand County Tourism Board.

Tess Tompkins – Director of Food & Beverage

ttompkins@grandelk.com
 
Tess has been in the hospitality industry for over 20 yrs, working in all areas of food and beverage as well as resort management.  A Grand County Native, she has been involved in the community her whole life.  She enjoys spending time in the outdoors with her daughter, in all seasons, skiing, snowmobiling, rock climbing, camping, boating, golfing and everything else Grand County outdoors have to offer.