The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club & Spa in Jupiter, Fla., announced that James “Bud” Taylor has joined the 285-acre private residential community as director of golf and Peter Lang as director of catering and banquets.
A 15-year veteran in the golf industry, Taylor is responsible for all of the property’s golf operations, which boasts a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, 10-acre Learning Center with seven target greens, as well as private tee and putting areas. He manages all resident and non-resident membership programs for the course, and oversees the world-class Ritz-Carlton golf concierge program.
Prior to joining The Ritz-Carlton, Taylor was director of golf for the PGA Country Club and PGA Golf Club in Port St. Lucie, Fla. He is a member of the Club Managers Association, a certified PGA Master Professional and was the 2001 recipient of Golfweek’s “Top 40 under 40.” He received his bachelor’s degree from Morehead State University in Ky.
Peter Lang handles the marketing and new business development for catering and banquet service at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Club & Spa, Jupiter. The Club offers catering for both on-site and off-site special events.
Previously, he was senior manager and regional beverage manager for Ruth’s Chris Steak House in North Palm Beach, Fla. and owner and operator of Louie’s Ristorante in Reading, Pa. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Villanova University in Villanova, Pa. and his master’s degree from St. Joseph’s University in Philadelphia.