Our World-Class Team

Joseph Blair Petrash

- Managing Principal

Joseph is a seasoned hospitality executive with extensive leadership experience across private clubs, golf communities, resorts, and high-end hospitality operations. As Managing Principal of Borders Golf Group, a full-service consulting and management firm, Joe has spent his career driving excellence in ownership strategy, asset management, operations and property redevelopment with a focus on creating elevated guest and member experiences.

Earlier in his career, Joseph held executive roles with prestigious private clubs as well as with Marriott Hotels and Resorts. Joseph's senior leadership experience includes serving as Senior Vice President of Baker's Bay Golf and Ocean Club, a premier private club on Great Guana Cay in the Bahamas. He also served as President of Cordillera Club Properties, overseeing acclaimed destinations such as The Club at Cordillera, Catamount Ranch & Club, The Club at Crested Butte, and Granby Ranch & Club. Additionally, he managed operations at Mayacama Golf Club in Santa Rosa, recognized as one of the top 60 private clubs in the country.

Through Borders Golf Group, Joseph has led transformational projects for numerous properties, delivering results through strategic planning, financial structures, operational efficiencies, and culture development. His ability to design distinctive, economically sustainable programming has made him a trusted advisor to private clubs and luxury resorts across the U.S. and internationally. Under his leadership, Borders Golf Group has also owned and operated properties, including Cancun Country Club (formerly TPC Cancun) and Todd Creek Golf Club in Colorado.

Joseph holds a Bachelor of Arts in Hospitality Management from Florida International University and is both a Certified Club Manager (CCM) and a certified Hotel Administrator (CHA). He is the former President of the Colorado Golf Course Owners Association and is widely respected for his vision, operational expertise, and dedication to excellence in private club management.

Bill Timken

- Managing Principal

As a Managing Principal at Borders Golf Group, Bill brings decades of experience in sales, marketing, communications, owner and resident relations, finance, due diligence, and operational oversight.

His extensive background in the financial markets encompasses over 20 years of success in the brokerage industry, during which he developed a deep understanding of sales strategy and client service.

Bill's strengths lie in cultivating long-term client relationships and effectively resolving issues to ensure client satisfaction. In his current role, he leads business development efforts, handles sales and marketing strategies, oversees due diligence and acquisitions, and manages property transactions and contracts. He also works closely with financial institutions to secure funding for both acquisitions and new development projects.

Among his notable achievements, Bill raised significant capital for a major real estate development in Todos Santos, Mexico as well as several other finance-intensive ventures.

He has held key positions at prominent firms, including Dean Witter, Everen Securities, and the U.S. equity division of the Royal Bank of Canada. Bill earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from California State University, Hayward, and formerly held Series 7 and 63 licenses, as issued by the SEC.

Rachel Ego

- Human Resources & Operations Specialist

A seasoned leader with over 20 years of strategic experience in human resources, operations, and executive management within the private club and hospitality industries, Rachel is a graduate of the University of Nevada's renowned hospitality program and the Johnson & Wales MBA Program.

She has served as a professor at Johnson & Wales University since 2011 and joined the faculty at Metropolitan State University of Denver in 2023, bringing real-world insights to the next generation of hospitality and business professionals.

Rachel is recognized for her in-depth expertise in human resources, encompassing organizational design, recruitment, compliance, performance management, and fostering inclusive, high-performing cultures. She brings a proven track record of transforming club operations through thoughtful strategic planning, budget management, and innovative programming. Her passion lies in creating environments where both employees and members thrive, and she's known for aligning people strategies with business goals to drive sustainable growth.

Throughout her career, Rachel has held leadership roles in premier private clubs across California, Colorado, Massachusetts and Wyoming. Her work has included large-scale operational turnarounds, multi-unit oversight, and the development of robust HR systems tailored to the unique demands of private club environments. She holds certifications from the Club Management Association of America, the Guild of Sommeliers, and the Society for Human Resource Management.

Michael A. Grooms II

- Director of Procurement & Business Development

As Director of Procurement and Business Development, Michael brings a wealth of experience and a strong network of vendor relationships to deliver best-in-class pricing, service, and financing across all areas of Club, Golf, Hotel and Resort operations. With expertise in equipment procurement, supply chain management, and business insurance, Michael consistently identifies optimal solutions to meet client needs. He plays a key role in procurement, asset acquisition, client relations, and operational strategy at Borders Golf Group.

Michael has over 31 years of industry experience and brings sharp, targeted insight into all facets of golf operations. His extensive knowledge enables him to manage a diverse range of property types. He focuses on supporting multi-course ownership groups, independent owners, and management teams to enhance their operations through improved efficiencies.

Alongside his role at Borders Golf Group, Michael also operates his own consulting firm, serving a diverse range of clients. Before joining Borders Golf Group, he spent 12 years as a Senior Corporate Account Manager at Textron Golf, following 14 years in various club management roles.

Ken Morgan

- Golf Designer and Project Management

Ken's design expertise has evolved over the years through collaborations with PGA Tour players and renowned architects, including Jack Nickalus, Jerry Pate, and David Toms. These premier partnerships have provided Ken with invaluable insight and exposure to a wide variety of design styles. His work with professional golfers has given him a unique perspective, viewing the game through the lens of elite tour players, which influences his throughtful and performance-oriented design approach.

Ken is known for producing top-tier golf course designs that emphasize meticulous planning and on-site supervision, elements he considers essential to quality outcomes.

Ken holds a Bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of Georgia and brings extensive experience in landscape visioning, land planning, and golf course architecture. Before founding Morgan Golf Design, Ken served as Senior Design Associate with Jerry Pate Golf Design and Dico Golf. He also held roles including Design Coordinator and Production Staff member with Jack Nicklaus Golf Services. His work has focused on planning, design, and construction supervision for a wide range of golf course projects.

Ken brings strong project management capabilities and has worked with leading golf course contractors, including Aspen Golf and Superior Golf Concepts. He is an active member of both the Donald Ross Society and the Golf Course Builders Association of America.