Ellis Pilgreen
General Manager I bring more than 17 years of business ownership and leadership to my role as General Manager of Killearn Club. Before joining the Club, I spent my career in real estate, founding Pilgreen Real Estate Company in 2009 and leading it as Broker and Owner, and later serving as a Broker with National Land Realty, where I specialized in land sales across central Alabama. That career was built on the skills that matter most in leading a private club: building trust, managing relationships, and seeing complex projects through. Every transaction depended on understanding what people valued and keeping many moving pieces on track. I bring that same approach to Killearn, working closely with members, staff, and partners to keep the Club moving forward. Having run my own firm, I understand what it takes to set a clear direction and support the people who carry it out. That shapes how I lead our Food & Beverage, Golf, Tennis, and operations teams, with a focus on collaboration, accountability, and a member experience that reflects the Club’s standards. My background in real estate also shapes how I think about the Club’s future. Years of working with property and land have given me a practical eye for our facilities and longterm planning, so that Killearn remains a place members are proud to belong to for years to come. My wife, our two children, and I relocated to the area for this role, and we’ve quickly grown to love the Killearn community. We look forward to many years ahead, building lasting friendships and helping the Club continue to grow.
Brittany Yazdanpanah
Assistant General Manager I serve as Assistant General Manager of Killearn Club, a role I grew into after joining as Director of Membership in 2024. After focusing on welcoming new members and strengthening our community, I was promoted in 2025 and now oversee operations, human resources, communications, and facilities alongside our Food & Beverage, Golf, and Tennis teams. I bring more than 20 years of hospitality, events, membership, and marketing experience, all rooted in Tallahassee. I began my career as a Front of House Manager and trainer at a local restaurant, then moved into event management and fundraising for the United Way of Florida and the Florida Institute of CPAs Educational Foundation, where our team set new fundraising records each year. I went on to manage sponsorships for the Florida Association of Counties, lead events and marketing for FSU College Town, and direct events for The James Madison Institute. Before joining Killearn, I spent nearly three years with Seminole Boosters, Inc., leading membership for the Dunlap Champions Club and marketing for the Bowden Society and Coaches Clubs. That experience has shown me what makes a club thrive: great service, memorable experiences, and genuine connections. I’ve lived in Killearn for 14 years and am raising my family here, so this community is truly personal to me.
Chloe Nix
Membership & Marketing Manager I’m Chloe, the Membership & Marketing Manager at Killearn Club. I’m a Tallahassee native, born and raised, and a proud Leon High School alumna. After earning my bachelor’s degree in Communications from the University of South Florida, I spent a few wonderful years in Tampa before the pull of home brought me back to Tallahassee, and I joined the Club in January. During my time at USF, I served as Vice President of Membership for my sorority, where I led recruitment and worked to build a community where everyone felt welcomed and connected. Alongside my studies, I gained valuable experience in the hospitality industry, which gave me a strong foundation in customer service and relationship-building, along with a genuine appreciation for the small details that make people feel at home. Working at Killearn Club has been an absolute joy. My favorite part of the job is getting to know our members and being a part of the Club family, whether I’m catching up with familiar faces in the clubhouse, cheering folks on at events, or helping bring new programs to life. Every day brings a new conversation, and I wouldn’t have it any other way. Outside of work, you’ll usually find me spending time with my family or out and about with my goldendoodle, Ellie Mae, who is convinced she’s everyone’s best friend. If you ever have questions about the Club, I’m always happy to chat.