staff directory

Originally from the Lake Norman area of North Carolina, Carter Gerwitz has served as the Director of Golf and Head Golf Professional at Wildwood Green Golf Club since September of 2023. A graduate of NC State University, Carter earned his degree in Business Management with a minor in Turfgrass Science after initially studying Aerospace Engineering before discovering his passion for the golf industry.

Since joining the Wildwood Green team in 2019, Carter has progressed through multiple leadership roles, helping oversee all aspects of golf operations, member services, tournaments, instruction, merchandising, and player development. His commitment to delivering an exceptional golf experience has been instrumental in Wildwood Green's continued success and outstanding member satisfaction.

Carter is a PGA Associate actively pursuing Class A Membership through the PGA of America while continuing to expand his knowledge of golf operations, leadership, and player engagement. He is passionate about growing the game, enhancing the member experience, and creating a welcoming environment for golfers of all ages and skill levels.

Rick Durham is a Golf Course Superintendent with more than 35 years of experience in golf course management and turfgrass care. A native of Eden, North Carolina, Rick is a graduate of the NC State Turfgrass Management Program and has built his career around a passion for creating outstanding golf course conditions and memorable experiences for members.

Rick began his career as an Assistant Golf Course Superintendent at McGregor Downs Country Club before serving as Superintendent at Northgreen Country Club and Wake Forest Country Club. He has spent the past 20 years as Golf Course Superintendent at Wildwood Green Golf Club, where he has dedicated himself to maintaining and improving the course for the enjoyment of its members.

Throughout his career, Rick has combined his education, hands-on experience, and commitment to excellence to develop healthy turf, maintain quality playing conditions, and lead successful course improvement efforts. He takes great pride in working with his maintenance team and believes that attention to detail, teamwork, and communication are essential to creating a course members are proud to call home.

Rick’s passion for turfgrass management and the game of golf continues to drive his commitment to providing members with the best possible playing experience every day.

Since joining Wildwood Green Golf Club in 2020, Sunshine Stogner has brought a passion for hospitality, exceptional service, and creating memorable experiences for members and guests alike.

Born in California and a graduate of Wasilla High School in Wasilla, Alaska, Sunshine’s hospitality career has taken her across the country. She began working in the restaurant industry while living in Little Washington before moving to the Smoky Mountains, where she served as a Banquet Manager in Fontana. She later settled in Creedmoor, spending 10 years as a Bar & Grille Manager before transitioning into Catering Management for the next nine years.

At Wildwood Green, Sunshine has expanded the Food & Beverage Department by bringing all club events in-house, helping elevate the member experience while creating another reason families choose to call Wildwood Green home. Whether it’s a casual lunch after a round of golf, a member event, or a special celebration, her goal is to make every visit feel welcoming and memorable.

For Sunshine, the best part of Wildwood Green isn’t just the golf—it’s the people. She considers the members and staff to be an extension of her family and loves building relationships with everyone who walks through the clubhouse doors.

When she’s not at the club, Sunshine enjoys spending time with her two wonderful children, ages 16 and 18. She’s always up for trying a new restaurant, challenging friends and family to a game of putt-putt, or planning the next adventure with her kids.

Originally from Raleigh, North Carolina, Drew Moore has served as the 1st Assistant Golf Professional and Tournament Director at Wildwood Green Golf Club since January 2025. After joining the Wildwood staff in September 2023 as a Golf Shop Assistant, he quickly expanded his role by assisting with tournaments and outside events before stepping into his current position.

A former Wildwood member himself, Drew discovered his passion for golf and the club's close-knit community after joining in 2021. He attended NC State University after earning an Business Associate's degree from Wake Technical Community College. Today, he oversees tournament operations, member events, and club communications, including monthly newsletters and weekly updates. His greatest passion is creating enjoyable, well-organized tournaments that enhance the member experience.

Jimmy was raised in Reading, PA. and attended the University of Maryland, College Park where he earned a B.S. in Business Administration in 1978. While at Maryland, Jimmy’s passion was golf. He lettered 3 years and was co-captain in his junior and senior years. His talents on the golf course enabled him to qualify for a spot in 3 ACC Championships and in the 1976 NCAA Championship in Albuquerque, N.M. where the team finished in 9th place.

Upon graduation, Jimmy moved to Raleigh, N.C. to begin his golf career as assistant to Ronnie Reitz, head professional at North Ridge Country Club. In May of 1982, upon earning his membership into the PGA of America, Jimmy left North Ridge CC to open Oak Ridge Golf Center in Raleigh. In addition to operating Oak Ridge GC, Jimmy was head professional at Raleigh Country Club from 1986 to 1987. After Oak Ridge closed in 1999, Jimmy focused on his first love, teaching, at Capitol Tee Golf Center in Raleigh until 2005 when he took over the operation of Capitol Tee until it’s closing in 2012. 

Jimmy is now the Director of Instruction for The Golf Academy at Wildwood Green. Jimmy is personally overseeing the Operation 36 Adult and Junior Golf Development Program and the PGA Junior League teams that represent Wildwood Green. Over the years Jimmy has been nominated by his peers for Carolinas PGA Teacher of the Year, Club Professional of the Year, and Junior Golf Leader of the Year.  

Originally from Raleigh, North Carolina, Nick grew up playing Wildwood Green and has served as the Golf Shop Manager since March 2025. He graduated from Appalachian State University in 2017 with a degree in Recreation Management, and it was a summer job at Linville Golf Club that sparked his passion for the game and inspired him to pursue a career in the golf industry.

Since graduating, Nick has lived in both Denver and New York City, where he served as Director of Golf for Five Iron Golf. At Wildwood Green, Nick oversees many aspects of the golf shop, including inventory management, merchandising, special orders, customer service, and member engagement. He looks forward to continuing to build relationships with both current and new members while helping make the course he grew up playing the best it can be.