New GM for Ridges Resort

Brett Beazley has been named General Manager of The Ridges Resort & Club, on Lake Chatuge. In his new position, Brett will lead the resort's team and continue to oversee golf operations. With more than 20 years in the resort hospitality industry, Beazley is well positioned to ensure success in his new role.

"We're thrilled to have Brett lead The Ridges Resort & Club, says Scotty Fain, Owner. "He has stellar experience in the industry and is a well known supporter of the Tri-County communities."

Beazley has served The Ridges Resort & Club for the past 2 years, as Director of Golf. Under his hospitable leadership, the Golf Club has enjoyed significant growth in revenues and membership. Previously Brett held the position as Head Golf Professional at Brasstown Valley Resort for eight years. His extensive experience in resort golf operations began in 1987 when he joined Amelia Island Plantation Resort. He has also served at Fernandina Beach Golf Club, Crickentree and Oak Hills Golf Clubs.

A native Georgian, Beazley currently serves as Golf Coach of Young Harris College and is Co-founder/Vice President of the Tri County Junior Golf Association. Brett and his wife Lisa and son Brandon reside in Young Harris.

The Ridges Resort & Club is located on the pristine shores Lake Chatuge, in Hiawassee Georgia. Featuring rustic elegant décor and a Lakefront Adirondack style greatroom, the Resort offers 66 tastefully appointed lodge guestrooms, 1, 2, 3 & 4 bedroom villas and 3 bedroom golf villas (new spring 2007.) The Ridges is home to 4 restaurants, indoor and outdoor meeting and function space. Additional resort amenities include the full service Ridges Marina, swimming pools, an 18 hole Willard Byrd design golf course and grand lodge-style clubhouse. For additional information or to make reservations call 888-834-4409 or visit www.TheRidgesResort.com.