Staff

Tina MacPherson-  Manager

Tina McPherson is a successful entrepreneur and hospitality professional, currently residing in Cazenovia with her family. Growing up in the restaurant industry, with her father owning a restaurant in Hancock, New York, Tina developed a passion for the hospitality business from a young age.

After completing her education, Tina majored in Hotel and Restaurant Management in college, which further honed her skills and knowledge of the industry. In 2008, she started her own salsa business, demonstrating her entrepreneurial spirit and business acumen. Her salsa business became a success, which she eventually sold in May 2022.

For the past seven years, Tina has served as the assistant dining director at Cazenovia College, where she continued to develop her expertise in hospitality management. In 2023, Tina was appointed as the new manager of the Cazenovia Club, a position that she accepted with great enthusiasm..
 

Chef Brandon Quilty

Executive Chef, Cazenovia Club

Brandon Quilty brings more than a decade of culinary experience to the Cazenovia Club, along with a deep appreciation for the traditions and community that define it. A Cazenovia native, Chef Quilty has built a reputation for thoughtful, refined cuisine grounded in regional ingredients and classic technique.

He spent several years at the acclaimed Brewster Inn, where he worked across multiple stations before becoming a key part of its kitchen leadership. His career also includes tenures at Colgate University and The Lincklaen House, where he oversaw high-volume service and special events with precision and consistency.

At the Cazenovia Club, Chef Quilty is focused on delivering well-executed, approachable dishes that reflect both the season and the setting. He brings not only skill and creativity to the role, but also a clear understanding of what makes club dining special: quality, hospitality, and a sense of belonging.

When not in the kitchen, Brandon enjoys spending time outdoors in the region he calls home, often with a cast iron skillet not too far away.

Dave Garzia — Tennis Pro

Dave is a highly experienced tennis instructor with 10 years of teaching experience. Dave played intercollegiate and club tennis while studying exercise science at OCC and SUNY Cortland. He has a passion for the sport and enjoys sharing his knowledge and skills with his students.

As a certified personal trainer and performance-enhancing specialist, Dave is an expert in designing tennis-specific training programs that help his/her students improve their fitness and enhance their performance on the court. He/she believes that a comprehensive approach to training, which includes both physical and mental conditioning, is essential for success in tennis.

As a tennis instructor, Dave has worked with players of all ages and skill levels, from beginners to advanced players. He is known for his/her ability to quickly identify his students’ strengths and weaknesses and tailor their teaching approach to meet their specific needs.

Dave enjoys playing tennis himself and continues to pursue his own training and development in the sport as well as competing in leagues and tournaments every now and then. He is a lifelong learner who is committed to staying up-to-date with the latest developments in tennis and exercise science.

  • Certified Tennis Professional – USPTA (2014)
  • Level 2 Professional Coach – International Coaches Institute (2020)
  • Performance Enhancing Specialist – National Academy of Sports Medicine (2020)
  • ISSA Personal Trainer (2020)