The Cornell Club-New York Management Changes

Tom is a graduate of Cornell University’s School of Hotel Administration, Class of 1970.  When he first joined The Club in 1991, he described The Club by stating: “We Cornellians can be very proud.  This is a great facility and quite elegant.  In time, we’ll make some changes perhaps subtle, to make it even more satisfying for our Members.  Our Members are our most important concern.”  Tom has attained and continues to strive toward these goals, leaving a lasting legacy of always maintaining the highest level of service and product for our Members.  He prides himself on being a “Hotelie,” and as an alumnus of the best hospitality program in the world, has upheld the integrity of The Club by managing all areas so that Members’ expectations are exceeded.  His strong affinity for Cornell, both professionally and personally, is reflected in The Club’s continued success.  Most recently, he worked hard with his management team and staff to win the status of “Platinum Club”, which is awarded to the top 50 city clubs across the nation.

Tom and his wife Christine currently reside in Huntington, NY.  They have two children, Brian (CALS ’00), and Kristin (Duke Law '06), four granddaughters as well as one grandson.  Tom is an avid fly fisherman, and looks forward to spending much time with family, friends, and on the water once he retires.

Please join us in bidding Tom farewell as he enters into retirement.  He will be sorely missed at The Club as a manager, mentor, and friend.

Throughout his tenure at The Club, Craig has established a culture of community as he fostered relations with the University and the Club’s management team. Craig can often be found in the lobby, dining rooms, or meeting rooms, greeting Members and guests of The Club, as well as Cornell faculty, staff and Trustees. His roles behind the scenes are varied and allow The Club to run smoothly.

Craig embraces the personal aspect of his position. When the city has faced times of crisis, Craig was often looked upon to not only keep The Club running, but provide support and a welcoming home base for our Members.  He prides himself on being a recognizable face that long time members have come to look forward to seeing; our newest members look to Craig as the congenial staff member who is eager to welcome them to The Club community.  As Craig prepares for his new role at The Club, he is enthusiastic to begin work on his top priorities, which include “keeping The Club current and on trend while maintaining our proud history”.

Craig is an active member of the Club Managers Association of America (CMAA) and a frequent contributor to New York Chapter events. He is also a member of the Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP).  Craig and his wife Karen live on Long Island, where they enjoy being out on the water with friends and family. They are parents to Kristen, and Renee, (Human Ecology '09).  Please join us in congratulating Craig in his new position!