Whatever your sport,
Play the Yards.
THE TEAM
Dave Miller
CEO
Landon Arnold
CFO
Mike Miles
General Manager
Mike is a California native who attended Cal State – Long Beach on a golf scholarship. He played professional golf for 10 years, including on the PGA Tour, before getting involved in the business side of golf. Mike left California for the East Coast, specifically to help the owner create and carry out the vision of The Yards.
WHAT DO YOU LOVE THE MOST ABOUT PVB (OTHER THAN THE YARDS)?
Ponte Vedra Beach is filled with vibrant, active people that come from amazing and varied backgrounds that all share a mutual love for community and fun.
FAVE FOOD:
REAL Mexican food, not yet found in North Florida.
Derek’s experience primarily stems from his seven and a half years with Topgolf, where he progressed from a busser and food runner to a hospitality manager overseeing food and beverage operations, hiring, and onboarding. Along the way, he played a key role in opening several venues—including locations in Lake Mary (Orlando), Schaumburg (Chicago), Charleston (South Carolina), and the first Topgolf in Southeast Asia, located in Bangkok, Thailand. Following his time at Topgolf, Derek joined The Yards, where he now enjoys facilitating events and creating memorable experiences for guests.
FUN FACT:
Derek is the youngest of eight siblings, each just a year apart.
Derek Pridham
Assistant General Manager
Tyler English
Director of Golf
Tyler has been involved in sports his entire life, whether he is playing, learning, or teaching. However, basketball has a special place in his heart, as he excelled in college and went on to play a season in England! Upon returning to the states, Tyler played for a semi-professional team in Rochester, New York. While in England, he also earned his master’s degree in Sport Management. Golf only came into his life once the pandemic hit, and basketball was taken away from him. In the summer of 2020, Tyler began working at Oak Hill Country Club, and his passion for golf began to grow. While at Oak Hill, he saw how one of the best courses in the world operated on a day-to-day basis, ran its tournaments, treated their members, and more. Tyler hopes to use his extensive experience with sports combined with his educational background to make The Yards the best golf club in North Florida!
WHAT DO YOU LOVE THE MOST ABOUT THE YARDS?
There's a lot to love about working at The Yards, but what I love the most is the people I work with. It really is a pleasure to come to work every day and work cohesively with people who share my passion for golf!
Director of Pickleball
Maria graduated as a Chemical Engineer of Nanotechnology and spent the next 10 years working on the professional tennis tour, traveling the world with the ATP, WTA, and Grand Slam tournaments, enjoying the life on tour and of professional tennis. Then, she discovered her new passion, pickleball, and has been obsessed ever since!
Living in Sawgrass, Maria traded her hotel and airline miles for a short bike ride to the best workplace, The Yards, and is loving it! Her goldendoodle, Rio, loves it even more.
Real tennis fans will recognize her celebrity husband, who umpired the Wimbledon and U.S. Open finals, among many other big events. He currently works for the ATP Tour in PVB.
FAVORITE ATHLETE:
Rafa Nadal
Maria Nili
Director of Sales & Events
Caroline is a proud graduate of Florida State University, where she studied Hospitality and Tourism Management. After gaining experience working with other event venues, she has found her place here at The Yards where easy living and having fun is a priority. With a passion for creating memorable experiences and a knack for detail-oriented planning, she excels in bringing events to life and ensuring client satisfaction. However, her favorite aspect of working in events is the relationships she is able to curate throughout the planning process! In her free time, Caroline enjoys romantic comedies, reading by the pool, and laughing with friends.
WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE MOVIE?
My favorite movie is Fool's Gold! Give me all the romcoms.
Caroline Clements
Avery White
Director of Marketing & Membership
A University of Florida graduate, Avery has been immersed in the hospitality industry since the age of 16. Avery’s focus is on managing and elevating our brand, ensuring it remains impactful and relevant, as well as sharing our awesome membership options with the community. She thrives on creating marketing elements that connect, engage, and inspire audiences, whether that be through social media, graphic design, or events.
In her spare time, Avery enjoys spending time with her family, reading, cooking, and going to Disney.
WHAT IS YOUR HIDDEN TALENT?
I have been singing ever since I was a little kid!
Director of Tennis
Rick started at the Yards in the spring of 2017. He is a certified Head Professional with the Professional Tennis Registry since 1981. Rick has traveled throughout Asia, Canada, and the United States in the 80's conducting certification workshops with the Van Der Meer Tennis University. He was Tennis Director for Van Der Meer Shipyard Racquet Club in Hilton Head, South Carolina, before moving to Jacksonville in 2004.
FAVORITE ATHLETE:
Michael Jordan
Rick Meek
Controller
Victoria has a passion for helping others to manage their financial well-being. With a strong background in business administration, customer service, and accounting, Victoria provides The Yards with professionalism, integrity, and responsibility. Originally from Colombia, she came to the US 14 years ago with her two children looking for a better future. While studying at FSCJ, she started working at the formerly known Oak Bridge Club as Golf Shop Attendant. In 2019, Victoria gained her Associate’s Degree of Arts in Accounting Technology, and in 2020 was promoted to Controller.
FAVORITE FOOD:
Yellow rice with chicken and vegetables
Victoria Alarcon
Milana is the Director of Sports Retail at The Yards, where she brings over a decade of experience in the golf industry and a passion for blending performance with style. Before joining The Yards, Milana played a key role in shaping the retail and golf operations at the iconic Ponte Vedra Inn and Club, earning a reputation for her eye for detail and a knack for delivering standout customer experiences. With a deep understanding of both the game and the guests who love it, Milana is all about curating spaces—and selections—that feel fresh, functional, and welcoming. Whether she’s revamping a pro shop or staying ahead of the latest trends in golf apparel, her creative approach keeps things dynamic, thoughtful, and just a little unexpected.
FAVORITE DRINK:
Paloma, it's the kind of drink that feels laid-back but still a little fancy—like a beach day with a twist of lime.
Milana Luckhardt
Director of Sports Retail
Lily Albro
The youngest of five kids and originally from Memphis, Lily traded the Tennessee blues for Florida sunshine. She graduated high school early and pursued many endeavors that ultimately propelled her into her current role in billing and administration. Tanning on the boat and golf are her two favorite pastimes—and it’s golf that led her to The Yards.
FUN FACT:
Lily is a huge hockey fan- let's go Maple Leafs!
Billing & Administration
Lori Botelho
Sales & Events Coordinator
Lori has a heart for hospitality and an amazing way of making people feel welcome, celebrated, and taken care of. She spent 4 years at the historic Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, where she got into the world of membership experience and golf events - then came to The Yards as our Event Supervisor and absolutely fell in love with event sales. A people person through and through, nothing makes her happier than creating moments that bring people together. Lori’s a natural problem solver who’s not afraid of a last-minute challenge (they usually make for the best stories!).
HOW DO YOU SPEND YOUR FREE TIME?
Outside of work, you’ll probably find me trying to play a sport that I'm never going To be great at (golf/pickleball) or planning something fun with friends and my doggie Benji - Anything with a farmers' market, beach, or travel.
Emily Dunkley
Sales & Marketing Coordinator
A Jacksonville native with a creative spirit, Emily began her career as a wedding coordinator—where she learned the art of storytelling, detail, and connection. With a background in social media marketing and a passion for creativity, Emily’s naturally transitioned into her current role in sales and marketing at The Yards. Whether she’s building relationships, crafting campaigns, or bringing ideas to life, Emily’s always looking for fresh ways to connect people and purpose.
COFFEE ORDER:
Iced honey vanilla latte with a dash of cinnamon
Aaron Ariail
Food & Beverage Director
Aaron’s background in hospitality is rooted in five years at Topgolf, where he rose through the ranks from food runner to bartender, honing both his service skills and passion for guest experience. He went on to serve as Front of House Manager at Blue Sky Golf Club before joining The Yards, where he now oversees all food and beverage operations. Known for his creative edge and hands-on leadership, Aaron brings a fresh perspective to events, menus, and day-to-day service.
Outside of hospitality, Aaron is an artist at heart—with over 15 years of music industry and engineering experience. He’s also the guitarist for a local rock band, channeling his creativity both on and off the stage.
FUN FACT:
Aaron has written an album that featured on iTunes Top 10!