MPOA & River Club Staff

At Waterlefe, you're in good hands! Your Staff is dedicated to providing personalized service, and we always enjoy in-person visits from our Members. While walk-ins are always welcomed, appointments are recommended to ensure we can provide the focused attention and prompt service you deserve. Simply email or call us directly ahead of time to secure a time, and we’ll be ready to assist you when you arrive.

MANAGEMENT OFFICE HOURS:
Mondays 8:00 am to 3:00 pm
Tuesdays to Fridays 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
(Located on the lower level of The River Club)

General Manager / COO

Shana Dam, LCAM

Oversees all MPOA & River Club Operations & Staff.

River Club Manager

Dan Adkins

Oversees all River Club Dining Operations & Staff.

Comptroller / CFO

Valerie Funk

Oversees all MPOA & River Club Accounting & Financial Reporting, Membership Management, Human Resources & Employee Onboarding, and more.

Communications Manager

Lindsey Kotik

Oversees Communications for the MPOA & River Club Dining: Emails, Newsletters, Web Design / Content Management, Graphic Design, Marketing of Events & Programs, and more.

Community Association Manager

Mary Paige Huisman, LCAM

Oversees the management of the homeowner and subassociations and ensures association operations are executed in accordance with the governing documents, Board directives, and Florida statutes.

Facilities Manager

Paul Erlink

Manages and coordinates services and repairs for all MPOA & River Club facilities.

Executive Assistant

Amanda Turk

Specializes in Member Relations for MPOA related inquires, provides administrative support to the General Manager, and assists the Community Association Manager as a Subassociation Liaison.

Member Relations Coordinator

Tianna Bonet

Manages the River Club Dining concierge desk to assist Members and visitors with dining reservations, general questions, facility tours, and more. Provides administrative assistance to River Club Manager & Communications Manager.

Houseman

Chad Burnett

Ensures The River Club facilities are always presentation-ready.

Executive Chef

Michael McDole

A Culinary Institute of America graduate and a former President of the ACF, Chef McDole brings nearly 50 years of experience in hotels, resorts, and catering. A medal-winning chef and former instructor, he’s most passionate about elevated comfort food. A proud grandfather of two, he believes great meals bring people together—and we’re thrilled to have him at the helm.