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Jeff Heilbrun

Engaging multiple stakeholders in the planning process brings diverse perspectives to the organization, uncovering both shared priorities and differing viewpoints. This collaborative input not only provides valuable insight but also fosters stronger alignment and greater buy-in for the strategic plan.

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Jeff brings nearly 40 years of hospitality leadership and development experience, primarily within private club and community environments, where he developed a deep understanding of organizational leadership, member engagement, and long-range planning. Throughout his career, he has served on more than 20 professional and nonprofit boards and committees, providing him with firsthand insight into the governance and strategic challenges organizations face.

Combined with extensive study of strategic planning methodologies, this experience has led Jeff to guide multiple strategic planning initiatives—both internally within organizations and as an external consultant. Over time, his process has evolved into an efficient, stakeholder-driven approach designed specifically for donor-based nonprofits, member-based clubs, and mission-oriented organizations seeking clear priorities and broad organizational alignment.

Following his retirement from full-time executive leadership in December 2025, Jeff now focuses on helping organizations identify strategic priorities, align annual goals with long-term objectives, and build the consensus necessary for sustainable success

Initial site visit to meet with GM/COO/Executive Director, Long Range Planning Committee and/or Board of Directors

Develop key survey questions to administer to leadership, management, and a representative subset of constituents

Manually code all data collected from surveys

Present results to leadership and management team and gain consensus on long range priorities

Assist GM/COO/Executive Director with 1 year operating plan to create alignment with long range priorities

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Process

    • Teton Pines Country Club
      GM/COO and multiple other management positions

    • Wyoming Lodging and Restaurant Association
      Board President

    • Chamber of Commerce, Jackson, Wyoming
      Board Member

    • Wade Hampton Golf Club
      GM/COO

    • Chamber of Commerce, Cashiers, NC
      Board Member

    • Snake River Sporting Club
      GM/COO, Executive VP, Director of Real Estate

    • Community Foundation of Jackson Hole
      Board Member

    • Curran Seeley Foundation
      Board Member

    • Grand Teton National Park Foundation
      Board, Executive Committee, Governance Committee Chair

    • Highlands/Cashiers NC Land Trust
      Board Member

    • Jackson Hole Land Trust
      Board, Executive Committee, Communications Committee Chair

    • Teton Literacy Center
      Board Member

    • 10th District Federal Reserve Business Advisory Committee
      Committee Member

    • Alaska Tourism Marketing Council
      Winter Committee, Committee Member

    • Alyeska Resort
      Director of Sales and Marketing

    • American Hotel and Motel Association Resort Committee
      Committee Member

    • Destination Club International
      COO

    • Franklin Club (established by publisher, PGA Magazine)
      Member

    • Historic Wort Hotel
      Board Member

    • Jackson State Bank and Trust
      Board Member, Audit Committee

    • Kenai Peninsula Tourism Marketing Council
      Board Member

    • Tributary Idaho
      Director of Real Estate

    • USGA Green Section
      Committee Member

    • Wolf Creek Utah
      Interim President

    • Wyoming Hospitality Alliance
      Founding Board Member

    • Wyoming Workforce Development Committee
      Board, Governor Appointee