Contact Desert Willow Golf Resort
We’re Here to Help Make Your Desert Willow Experience Exceptional
At Desert Willow Golf Resort, every guest story begins with a conversation. Whether you’re planning a golf getaway, booking a lesson at the Palm Desert Golf Academy, exploring wedding venues, hosting an event, or dining with us under the desert sky, our team is here to help.
Reach out using the form below or connect directly with the appropriate department. We look forward to welcoming you to Palm Desert’s premier golf and lifestyle destination.
Meet Our Team
Administrative
Derek White
General Manager
dwhite@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060 Ext. 101
Anthony Hernandez
Controller
ahernandez@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060 Ext. 109
Roberta Olden
Human Resources
rolden@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060 Ext. 102
Golf Operations & Academy
Ryan Szydlowski, PGA
Assistant GM & Director of Golf
rszydlowski@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060 Ext. 147
Jason Wilkinson, PGA
Head Golf Professional
jwilkinson@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060 Ext. 143
Jeff Grant, PGA
First Assistant Golf Professional
jgrant@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060
Paul Bucy, PGA
Director of Instruction
pbucy@desertwillow.com
(760) 340-4057
Josh Garber, PGA
Assistant Golf Professional
jgarber@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060
Matt Holm, PGA
Assistant Golf Professional
mholm@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060
Weddings & Events
Robbie Lomes
Director of Catering Sales
rlomes@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060 Ext. 103
Aaron Diaz
Catering Sales Assistant
adiaz@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060 Ext. 128
Food & Beverage
Francois Gaertner
Executive Chef
fgaertner@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060 Ext. 120
Gustavo Garcia
Sous Chef
ggarcia@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060
Keith Sansone
Director of Food & Beverage
ksansone@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060 Ext. 108
Salvador Ramirez
Food & Beverage Manager
sramirez@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060 Ext. 153
Harry Reuter
Banquet Manager
hreuter@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060
Sales & Marketing
Brian Simpson
Sales & Marketing Director
bsimpson@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060 Ext. 107
Jodi Shaver
Senior Marketing Manager
jshaver@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060
Course & Grounds
Chris Bien
Superintendent
cbien@desertwillow.com
(760) 346-7060
Visit Desert Willow Golf Resort in Palm Desert
Nestled against the Santa Rosa Mountains in the heart of Palm Desert, Desert Willow Golf Resort offers award-winning golf, exceptional dining, unforgettable weddings and events, and the welcoming spirit of a true Country Club for a Day.
Guests from throughout the Coachella Valley, including Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage, Indian Wells, and La Quinta, as well as visitors from across California, the United States, Canada, and around the world choose Desert Willow for championship golf, elevated hospitality, stunning desert scenery, and memorable experiences that become part of their personal story.
Whether you’re planning a golf vacation, a special celebration, a corporate gathering, or simply a day on the course, our team looks forward to welcoming you to one of Palm Desert’s most iconic destinations.
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