JUNE 2026
THE SCOOP
BALTUSROL EMPLOYEE NEWSLETTER
WHAT’S INSIDE
- IN THE KNOW
- STAFF RECOGNITION
- COMING EVENTS
- STAFF SHOUTOUTS
IN THE KNOW
Employee PIZZA TRUCK
FRIDAY, MAY 22
CONTEST WINNERS
GUESS THE GUMMIES
Tim Hipszer - Communications
Guessed: 128 | Actual Count:131
PIZZA TRIVIA (TIE)
Oscar Chacon - Food & Beverage
Tommy Matthews - Valet
STAFF GOLF CLINIC
THURSDAY, JUNE 4
Director of Instruction Eric Johnson recently gathered the staff for a fun golf clinic, covering the fundamentals of a great golf swing. Keep an eye out for more clinics with Eric coming soon!
NEED TO MAKE CHANGES TO YOUR 401(K)?
To ensure that all 401(k) enrollments and contribution changes are processed accurately, employees should contact Human Resources directly rather than making changes through the Principal website.
Human Resources can assist with eligibility requirements, enrollment, answer questions, and ensure that any changes are submitted correctly. If you would like to enroll in the 401(k) plan or make changes to your current elections, please contact Human Resources for assistance.
REFERRAL PROGRAM
Employees who refer a qualified candidate will be eligible for a $300 referral bonus after the referred employee successfully completes 90 days of service.
EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION
JUNE ANNIVERSARIES
Oscar Chacon - Food & Beverage - 37 Years
Enith Esquivel - Food & Beverage - 28 Years
Reynaldo Crespo - Grounds - 24 Years
Stacy Rivero - Office - 21 Years
Cameron Boring - Grounds - 6 Years
Matthew Marut - Locker Room - 6 Years
Robert Cooke - Outside Operations - 4 Years
Daniel Sandoval - Kitchen - 4 Years
Brian Kologlu - Outside Operations - 2 Years
Henry Weisshaupt - Food & Beverage - 2 Years
Matthew Botvinis - Valet - 1 Year
Skyla Estrada - Food & Beverage - 1 Year
Erick Orellana Ramirez - Grounds - 1 Year
Omar Saad - Food & Beverage - 1 Year
INSIDE SCOOP
Got News? Share your latest achievements or milestones to be featured in The Scoop!
VICTORIA PARDI - Front Desk
Congratulations to Victoria on graduating from Caldwell University on May 16. Victoria majored in Biology and minored in Criminal Forensics.
CAVAN MATTHEWS - F&B
Congratulations to Cavan on moving from Valet to the Food & Beverage department working as a bartender.
ABIGAIL COLLINS - Front Desk
Congratulations to Abigail on her transition to the Front Desk after finishing her internship in Human Resources.
AMANDA LORENZO - Communications
On May 30, Amanda celebrated a special milestone as she and her fiancé, Luke, became the godparents of their niece, Addison, at St. Bernard’s Church.
WELCOME ABOARD!
Help us welcome our new staff!
CHARLIE BRANDY - Food & Beverage
MAX MOON - Food & Beverage
WILLIAM GLASS - Golf
JAMES DEHAVEN - Grounds
ASHLEY DUBON - Grounds
JAN KOTZE - Grounds
DARRELL MIDDLETON - Grounds
DEWALD NEL - Grounds
JOSEPH PORTILLO - Grounds
RIGOBERTO VASQUEZ ROSA - Grounds
ELVER CASTILLO MARTINEZ - House
LONWABO LANGABI - Kitchen
WAYNE GRISLEY - Locker Room
STEVEN SEMINERIO - Accounting
STAFF SHOUTOUTS
THANKS FOR YOUR HARD WORK AND COMMITMENT TO BALTUSROL!
Find out what our members and guests say about their experiences.
DAVE AND KRISTIN HARRINGTON
May 30, 2026
Just wanted to thank and commend the staff for the tremendous service we received Thursday night in the Grill Room. When my wife felt ill and we had to leave unexpectedly after placing our order, I told Henry that we had to leave and in 30 minutes Carl showed up at our door with our order! Absolutely floored us. That was above and beyond the call of duty. A new level of service.
Thank you to all for such tremendous service. It is greatly appreciated.
EMPLOYEE WELLNESS
NINE, WINE & DINE EVENT
June 14, 2026
Connie Fowler - Fun was had by all who attended Nine, Wine and Dine. Many thanks to those that contributed to making it a successful event. I received great feedback about the delicious Mediterranean menu and the interesting line up of wines.
Kathy Weida - Let me add my thanks to everyone too. The Mediterranean idea was a great one- very interesting wines and delicious food. Once again, the staff at Baltusrol made everything a huge success!
Debbie Reider - Thank you all for all your hard work!
Employee Wellness Month is a reminder that taking care of yourself is just as important as taking care of your work. Prioritizing your physical, mental, and emotional well-being can improve energy, reduce stress, and help you perform at your best—both on and off the job.
WELLNESS TIPS
• Move your body. Even a 10-minute walk can boost your mood and energy.
• Stay hydrated throughout the day.
• Choose nutritious meals and snacks to fuel your body.
• Aim for 7–9 hours of quality sleep each night.
• Take short breaks to stretch, reset, or get some fresh air.
• Connect with coworkers. Positive relationships support overall well-being.
• Make time for your mental health by practicing mindfulness, reading, or enjoying a favorite hobby.
WELLNESS ISN’T ABOUT MAKING BIG CHANGES OVERNIGHT. SIMPLE DAILY HABITS, PRACTICED CONSISTENTLY, CAN MAKE A MEANINGFUL DIFFERENCE IN YOUR OVERALL HEALTH AND WELL-BEING.
UPCOMING EVENTS
EMPLOYEE ICE CREAM TRUCK
WEDNESDAY, JULY 1
1:30 – 3:30 PM BY THE EMPLOYEE ENTRANCE
1:30 – 3:00 PM GROUNDS ADMIN. BUILDING
JOIN US AT GARWOOD LANES FOR A NIGHT OF BOWLING ON MONDAY, JULY 6!
Please arrive at 3:30pm to check in, get your bowling shoes and enjoy some snacks!
LOCATION
346 North Avenue, Garwood, NJ 07027
PARKING
Located across the street in the Municipal lot.
REGISTRATION
Please sign up with Human Resources. This event is open to the first 40 people to sign up on a first come, first serve basis.
TRANSPORTATION
If you require transportation to Garwood Lanes, please inform Marllene when you sign up. Carpooling is highly encouraged!
ABOVE & BEYOND
ABOVE & BEYOND RECOGNITION PROGRAM
The Above & Beyond program celebrates team members who demonstrate acts of exceptional service!
MAY 2026
Rob was kind enough to travel from the airport to Baltusrol and back to the airport to retrieve a backpack for me and to make sure I didn’t miss my flight. He leapt into action and saved the day without thinking twice! Rob is always quick to lend a helping hand, so him going above and beyond in a moment of need is no surprise.
Submitted by Tim Hipszer
To nominate someone, fill out an Above & Beyond form below detailing the team member’s impactful actions. Monthly winners receive a $100 gift card. For more inormation about the program, visit Human Resources.
employee nominated: department:
submitted by:
date:
ABOVE & BEYOND NOMINATION FORM
Tell us about an employee who went Above & Beyond and why they should be selected for the award. Give at least one specific example that has occurred within the last 90 days.
•What did they do and why was their action exceptional?
•How did their actions positively impact a member, guest or teammate?
Additional comments can be attached. Please submit nomination forms to the Human Resources office, HR dropbox in Clubhouse or Grounds lunchroom, or by emailing mrobles@baltusrol.org
ROB ROUSSO - Security