Matt & Robin Long

Regular (current SC)

Sponsors:  Hank Bowis, Matt Yonally, Jane Lodas, Jim Buttimer

Matt is currently Chief Business Officer at Lindywell, where Robin is CEO & founder. Together they lead the business, with the mission of redefining what it means to pursue lifelong health and wellness with a Pilates-inspired approach that is uniquely sustainable. They have four kids: Blake, Kincade, Knox & Avery.

Matt was born and raised in Eugene, Oregon, and started his college years at UCSB before finishing back home at the University of Oregon for both undergraduate and graduate studies. He worked for 15 years in education as a teacher, coach, and administrator before joining Robin on the entrepreneurial journey. Robin was born and raised in Denver, Colorado, and graduated from Westmont College. When not running their business or their busy household, Matt & Robin enjoy travelling to visit family and friends, the beach, and being active.

Nikki & Larame Greene

Regular (current ST)

Sponsors:  Josh Macaluso, Sven Klein, Ryan & Stacey Fell, Ted Greene

Larame & Nikki have been residents of Santa Barbara after moving here 20 years ago to start their family. Larame was raised in Los Angeles while Nikki was in Boston. They have been tennis members at La Cumbre Country Club for the past several years. The club has been a place to enjoy friends & family; always being a favorite meeting spot for both. With their youngest child moving out of the house, the time has come to catch the golf bug. They are now excited to spend time focusing on the golfing aspect of the club as well.

Brent Costello & Lia Di Steffano

Regular

Sponsors:  Sharon Jordano, Jeff Jordano, Bert Banta, Jane Lodas

Brent and Lia moved to Santa Barbara from Pasadena four years ago. They purchased a home at Estancia on State Street—just a quick five-minute drive to La Cumbre Country Club—but also maintain an apartment in Pasadena for work. Lia is the Office Administrator for the two Los Angeles offices of Wilson Sonsini Goodrich & Rosati, a law firm. Brent is a Senior Advisor at FOCUS Investment Banking, an investment banking firm headquartered in the D.C. area, with most of his clients based on the West Coast. Prior to joining FOCUS, Brent was a partner at a major New York City law firm.

Brent holds a B.A. from Yale University and a J.D. from Georgetown University. Lia earned an Associate of Arts degree from the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Since relocating to Santa Barbara, they have taken up golf in earnest and typically play weekly at either the Muni or Glen Annie. They are hoping to join La Cumbre Country Club as Golf Members to enjoy its excellent course. Lia has been playing golf for many years, while Brent is a relatively new—but very enthusiastic—golfer.

In addition to golf, they look forward to participating in many of the Club’s social activities and hope to make new friends. (Their six-year-old granddaughter, who lives in Los Angeles, will be especially excited to swim in the pool when she visits.)

Dr. Marc & Rubi Soares

Regular (Dr. Julio Soares family transfer)

Sponsors:  Dr. Howard Gross, Greg Wells, Dr. Hewitt Lang, Jane Lodas

Dr. Marc A. Soares is a plastic and reconstructive surgeon at the Aesthetic Center for Plastic Surgery. A Santa Barbara native, he returned home in 2016 to join the practice of Dr. Julio Soares. His practice focuses on aesthetic and restorative surgery of the face, breast, and body.



Marc attended local schools, including Mountain View Elementary, La Colina Junior High, and Cate School. During his youth, he participated in local junior golf programs, served as a caddie at Santa Barbara Golf Club, and played tennis for Cate School. He pursued his formal education on the East Coast, earning degrees in Chemical Engineering and Biology from MIT, followed by a medical degree from Cornell University. He was subsequently recruited to train in plastic and reconstructive surgery at New York University, one of the most selective programs in the country.

Marc met his wife, Rubi, while they were both studying engineering at MIT. The couple was married at La Cumbre Country Club in 2011. They now have three young children who enjoy golf, tennis, and various other outdoor activities.

Steve & Belinda Zola

Regular

Sponsors:  Drew Simons, Dave Peters, Jason Spievak, Tom Brennan

Steve currently serves on the Board of Montecito Bank & Trust, which he joined in 2023 and continues to serve in his eighth year on the Board of Cottage Health, after serving as Board Chair from 222 through 2024. He is the Founder of Direct Affect, Inc. a California benefit Corporation. Previously employed by Winmark Corporation, he served as President of Winmark Capital Corporation (2005), a member of the Board of Directors (2011) and Vice Chairman of the Board (2016) until his departure in 2019. Steve has also held several positions in technology companies including President and CEO of CrystalVoice Communications, SVP of Sales and Marketing at Winthrop Resources Corporation, Areal Sales Manager at Pilot Executive Software and Account Executive at IBM Corporation.



In addition to his corporate tenure, other experience includes both for-profit and non-profit board involvement in finance compensation, governance and strategic planning and the establishment of a successful real estate investment fund. Steve and his wife have been residents of Santa Barbara and active in the community for more than 35 years, and his other interests include running, skiing, hiking and travel.

Brad & Shannon Vernon

Social Tennis

Sponsors:  Nick Katzenstein, Robyn Parker, Erin Celmayster, Rynell & Cam Casey

Brad and Shannon have lived in Hope Ranch for the past eight years with their three children: Corben (9), Hugh (6), and Ava (4). Their family embraces an active, outdoor lifestyle and enjoys skiing, tennis, biking, fishing, ranching, and traveling.

They are active members of the community, serving on the board of the Santa Barbara Zoo and participating in the local yacht club. They appreciate the unique lifestyle offered by Hope Ranch and La Cumbre Country Club and are eager to become more involved at the Club, especially by getting the whole family involved in tennis.

Mark Hannah & Cindy Kaiser

Social Tennis

Sponsors:  Shereef Moharram, Tim Deakyne, Tyler Powell, Lauren Katz 

Mark Hannah, a Chicago native and founder of Full Circle Group, Inc., brings a unique blend of creativity and business acumen to his work in real estate development. His firm specializes in industrial properties, residential housing, and hospitality design across the Chicago area. A graduate of the University of Virginia with a B.A. in Foreign Affairs, Mark began his career as a film editor and designer before channeling his passion into real estate. An avid outdoorsman, he enjoys surfing, kitesurfing, skiing, ice hockey, and the occasional round of golf.



Cindy Kaiser was born in Zimbabwe to Swiss parents and raised in a culturally rich environment that fueled her artistic drive. She studied metal smithing and gemology at Stellenbosch University in South Africa before moving to Los Angeles to pursue fashion design at FIDM. It was there that she founded La Kaiser, a jewelry brand that has since grown into a successful business with a showroom in Chicago’s historic Jewelers Row. Cindy continues to lead the brand remotely while drawing creative inspiration from Santa Barbara’s coastal beauty.

In 2020, Mark and Cindy relocated to Santa Barbara, seeking a more intentional lifestyle. They now call home, raising their daughter, Ella, and preparing to welcome a second baby girl in August 2025.

Thomas Mellor & Jacqueline McFadden

Social Tennis

Sponsors:  Dr. Vincent DeRosa, Dr. Willam Dunbar, Lauren Katz, Tom Brennan

Tom, Jackie, and their two children—Trevi (5) and Jack (3)—are excited to be relocating to Santa Barbara and beginning the next chapter of their lives in a community they have long admired. Tom is transitioning from a fulfilling career in the Navy to join Sansum Clinic as a gastroenterologist. Jackie, who played a key role in building Meta’s cybersecurity team, now consults part-time and remains actively involved in the school community through volunteer work.



Originally from New York, the family spent the past four years on Bainbridge Island, Washington, where they developed a strong appreciation for rain gear and ferry schedules. They are now eagerly looking forward to embracing the sunshine, community, and outdoor lifestyle that Santa Barbara offers.

As a family, they value kindness, curiosity, community service, and a good sense of humor to keep life in perspective. They strive to find joy in everyday moments—whether it’s an after-dinner family walk or a shell-collecting trip to the beach. They are drawn to La Cumbre Country Club for its welcoming atmosphere and strong sense of family and would be honored to become part of its community.

Joseph & Amanda Benenati

Social Tennis

Sponsors:  Dr. Howard Gross, Tom Brennan, Matt Chambers, Barrett Reed

Joe and his wife were both born and raised in Santa Barbara, as were their parents. They feel fortunate to continue calling this community home as they raise their own family.



His career began in the music industry before transitioning into technology. Since then, he has worked at a local medical robotics company, founded a software startup, and, for the past six years, has served as an executive at Umbra Space, contributing to the development of advanced aerospace systems with real-world impact.

Three years ago, they welcomed twin daughters, Elle and Margot. His wife is also an executive at a local company. Outside of their professional lives, they prioritize family time and an active lifestyle, enjoying training, tennis, and swimming—and appreciating any opportunity to relax at the pool or beach.

Collene & Mark Pavilcs

Social Clubhouse

Sponsors:  Sharon Jordano, Mark Mosby, Allison & Ryan Warmke, Robyn Parker

Though new to Santa Barbara as of August, Mark & Collene were quickly drawn to La Cumbre and its welcoming community. The area holds deep personal significance—Mark’s father and uncle were raised here, and his grandparents moved to Santa Barbara in the 1960s.



The couple has lived in several locations, including Bainbridge Island, Salt Lake City, London, and New Zealand, but Santa Barbara has long felt like home. Now raising their children here, they are eager to establish roots and engage in the local community.

Collene recently joined Laguna Blanca School as Director of Academic Services. She has over 15 years of experience in special education, supporting students and families across various settings. On Bainbridge Island, she was active in community life—organizing preschool programs, taking up rowing, and connecting young families through a local resource initiative.

Mark earned his MBA from the Darden School at the University of Virginia and worked in user experience and design at Qualtrics. He has since stepped back from the startup world to focus on family and oversee their transition to Santa Barbara. 

Their daughter, Frankie (5), will begin kindergarten at Laguna Blanca in the fall, and their son, Harlan (3), is an active and social preschooler. The family enjoys outdoor activities, especially golf, swimming, and exploring tidepools at Hendry’s Beach. 

Mark is a lifelong golfer and has begun sharing that passion with their children.