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Meet the Team


Meet the team behind Tee Box Fort Lauderdale, FL! Our passionate professionals are dedicated to helping golfers of all levels improve their skills, reach their goals, and enjoy the game.

The Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Team

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Chris Carlin Golf Coach

Chris Carlin

Golf Coach

Chris's journey in golf started at the highest level, as a collegiate standout, All-American, and former professional golfer before transitioning into coaching and building a successful career in sales and client relationships.

He spent years coaching at the collegiate level, helping lead a program to multiple national championships and developing players competing at the highest levels of amateur and professional golf. As a Head Coach, he guided his team to a Top-5 national ranking while focusing on player development, performance data, and competitive strategy.

At Tee Box Fort Lauderdale, he brings it all together combining elite playing experience, high-level coaching, and modern performance tools like TrackMan, TPI-based training, and advanced swing analysis technology.

Known for his energy, attention to detail, and genuine investment in people, Chris creates an environment where golfers of all levels feel comfortable, confident, and motivated to get better.

His goal is simple: help you train with purpose and perform at your highest level.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Derek Carter Fitness Coach

Derek Carter

Fitness Coach

Derek Carter is a golf fitness coach, kinesiologist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and TPI Certified Golf Fitness Professional with over 25 years of experience helping clients move, feel, and perform better.

Derek specializes in helping golfers improve mobility, increase swing efficiency, develop more power, and play with less pain. His approach combines golf-specific fitness training, movement assessments, corrective exercise, strength training, and performance coaching to help golfers maximize both their physical potential and on-course performance.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Dr. Christine Najjar Nutrition Coach

Dr. Christine Najjar

Nutrition Coach

Dr. Christine Najjar, MD, MS is a nutrition-focused physician and metabolic health expert who helps athletes unlock performance through a food-first approach. As the founder of Food First MD, Dr. Christine blends advanced medical training with evidence-based nutrition to help individuals fuel their bodies, optimize energy, and perform at their highest level.

Dual board-certified in Internal and Obesity Medicine with a with a Master’s in Human Nutrition, Dr. Christine specializes in identifying and addressing the root causes of fatigue, poor recovery, and inconsistent performance using personalized, data-driven nutrition strategies. Her approach goes beyond generic diet plans, focusing instead on how the right foods, at the right times, can enhance strength, endurance, mental clarity, and overall health.

At Tee Box Fort Lauderdale, Dr. Christine works with golfers of all levels to improve on-course performance, recovery, and long-term health through sustainable nutrition habits. Her philosophy is simple: when you fuel your body properly, you don’t just feel better, you play better.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Preston Unck Founder & CEO

Preston Unck

Founder & CEO

Preston Unck is an experienced business leader with a strong background in sales and business growth. Preston built early sales skills experience working with renowned companies like Google, Square, and Polycom through MarketStar. This foundation set the stage for his leadership role at Teem Technologies in 2014, where he built and led a sales organization that expanded from 8 to over 50 employees, driving annual recurring revenue to $12 million and leading to a successful acquisition by WeWork in 2018.

Following Teem’s acquisition, Preston joined LucidChart as a sales leader, contributing to the company’s growth from $60 million to $200 million in ARR. His strategic and results-driven approach solidified his reputation for building high-performing teams and scaling revenue. In 2021, Preston founded Tee Box in Uintah, UT, and took on the CEO role full-time in 2022. Under his leadership, Tee Box rapidly expanded to 8 corporate locations, 20 franchise locations, and a location in the Delta Center as part of their partnership with the Utah Jazz.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Brian Godfrey Chief Operations Officer

Brian Godfrey

Chief Operations Officer

Brian Godfrey is an accomplished financial professional with a proven track record of excellence in accounting, acquisitions, and wealth management. With over a decade of experience at top-tier firms, Brian has built a reputation as a trusted advisor to businesses and high-net-worth individuals, helping them navigate complex financial landscapes and achieve their strategic goals. During Brian’s time at Deloitte & BDO, two of the world’s leading accounting firms, he held key roles earning accolades for his meticulous approach and client-focused solutions.

As COO at Tee Box, Brian continues to lead with integrity, driving success with his teams and brand as a whole.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Alyse Carter Chief of Staff

Alyse Carter

Chief of Staff

Alyse Carter is a people-focused leader who knows how to get things done and keep teams moving forward. As Chief of Staff at Tee Box, she helps keep everything running smoothly through aligning priorities, supporting the team, and making sure no detail falls through the cracks.

Before Tee Box, Alyse was a big part of growing the clothing brand Poppy and Dot, helping take it from a small business to a successful company that was eventually sold. Before that, she spent years as an Event and Sales Director for college football bowl game halftime shows, where she managed hundreds of performers, handled all event and travel logistics, and made sure everything went off without a hitch - from the first sales call to the final performance on the football field.

She lives in Lehi, Utah, with her husband Brandon Carter and is a proud mom of four. She's known for staying organized, leading with heart, and keeping calm in the middle of the chaos - whether at work or at home.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Colby Kendell Chief Marketing Officer

Colby Kendell

Chief Marketing Officer

Colby is an experienced entrepreneur and marketing professional with over a decade of success in growing global brands across the outdoor, sporting goods, and construction industries. His career highlights includes key roles at renowned companies like MTN OPS, Salomon, Suunto watches and Atomic skis, showcasing his expertise in digital marketing and strategy. Colby holds a B.A. in Professional Sales & Marketing and a Masters in Marketing from Weber State University. He was born and raised in Ogden, UT.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Jeff Hansen Chief Technology Officer

Jeff Hansen

Chief Technology Officer

A former collegiate D1 golfer and 4-time Founder with 30 years of experience as a global operator, Jeff brings broad operational experience in cutting-edge technologies. As a global expansion expert in AI, robotics, 3D/XR/Metaverse, and other tech, Jeff has taken 8 companies from zero to 20+ country presence as a Sales/GTM leader. Jeff has also served on 5 boards with 4 exits, and mentors Founders via the University of Utah's Master's Program, TechStars and direct Advisory work with VC-funded AI startups. Jeff is also a Venture Partner at Tandem Partners.

As CTO of Tee Box, Jeff is injecting AI throughout the customer journey and leading strategic partnerships that drive value in Player Development plans.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Devin Harper Chief Franchise Officer

Devin Harper

Chief Franchise Officer

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Chloe Bennett VP of Franchise & Development

Chloe Bennett

VP of Franchise & Development

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Austin Kendell VP of Product

Austin Kendell

VP of Product

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Mason Unck Director of TEE BOX Athlete Program

Mason Unck

Director of TEE BOX Athlete Program

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Justin Cheney VP of Franchise Operations

Justin Cheney

VP of Franchise Operations

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Brayden Montgomery Head of Construction

Brayden Montgomery

Head of Construction

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Colton Manning Head of Digital

Colton Manning

Head of Digital

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Enoch Fleming Director of Corporate Sales & Box Success

Enoch Fleming

Director of Corporate Sales & Box Success

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Jake Butler VP of Experience

Jake Butler

VP of Experience

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Jordan Bloxham Director of Club Operations

Jordan Bloxham

Director of Club Operations

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Kyler Dearden VP of Instruction

Kyler Dearden

VP of Instruction

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale McKay Pett Head of Content

McKay Pett

Head of Content

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Mitch Oram VP of Box Sales

Mitch Oram

VP of Box Sales

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Tyler Thorpe Head of Email/Design

Tyler Thorpe

Head of Email/Design

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Blake Barnes Director of Franchise Success

Blake Barnes

Director of Franchise Success

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Chris Carlin Golf Coach

Chris Carlin

Golf Coach

Chris's journey in golf started at the highest level, as a collegiate standout, All-American, and former professional golfer before transitioning into coaching and building a successful career in sales and client relationships.

He spent years coaching at the collegiate level, helping lead a program to multiple national championships and developing players competing at the highest levels of amateur and professional golf. As a Head Coach, he guided his team to a Top-5 national ranking while focusing on player development, performance data, and competitive strategy.

At Tee Box Fort Lauderdale, he brings it all together combining elite playing experience, high-level coaching, and modern performance tools like TrackMan, TPI-based training, and advanced swing analysis technology.

Known for his energy, attention to detail, and genuine investment in people, Chris creates an environment where golfers of all levels feel comfortable, confident, and motivated to get better.

His goal is simple: help you train with purpose and perform at your highest level.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Derek Carter Fitness Coach

Derek Carter

Fitness Coach

Derek Carter is a golf fitness coach, kinesiologist, Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and TPI Certified Golf Fitness Professional with over 25 years of experience helping clients move, feel, and perform better.

Derek specializes in helping golfers improve mobility, increase swing efficiency, develop more power, and play with less pain. His approach combines golf-specific fitness training, movement assessments, corrective exercise, strength training, and performance coaching to help golfers maximize both their physical potential and on-course performance.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Dr. Christine Najjar Nutrition Coach

Dr. Christine Najjar

Nutrition Coach

Dr. Christine Najjar, MD, MS is a nutrition-focused physician and metabolic health expert who helps athletes unlock performance through a food-first approach. As the founder of Food First MD, Dr. Christine blends advanced medical training with evidence-based nutrition to help individuals fuel their bodies, optimize energy, and perform at their highest level.

Dual board-certified in Internal and Obesity Medicine with a with a Master’s in Human Nutrition, Dr. Christine specializes in identifying and addressing the root causes of fatigue, poor recovery, and inconsistent performance using personalized, data-driven nutrition strategies. Her approach goes beyond generic diet plans, focusing instead on how the right foods, at the right times, can enhance strength, endurance, mental clarity, and overall health.

At Tee Box Fort Lauderdale, Dr. Christine works with golfers of all levels to improve on-course performance, recovery, and long-term health through sustainable nutrition habits. Her philosophy is simple: when you fuel your body properly, you don’t just feel better, you play better.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Preston Unck Founder & CEO

Preston Unck

Founder & CEO

Preston Unck is an experienced business leader with a strong background in sales and business growth. Preston built early sales skills experience working with renowned companies like Google, Square, and Polycom through MarketStar. This foundation set the stage for his leadership role at Teem Technologies in 2014, where he built and led a sales organization that expanded from 8 to over 50 employees, driving annual recurring revenue to $12 million and leading to a successful acquisition by WeWork in 2018.

Following Teem’s acquisition, Preston joined LucidChart as a sales leader, contributing to the company’s growth from $60 million to $200 million in ARR. His strategic and results-driven approach solidified his reputation for building high-performing teams and scaling revenue. In 2021, Preston founded Tee Box in Uintah, UT, and took on the CEO role full-time in 2022. Under his leadership, Tee Box rapidly expanded to 8 corporate locations, 20 franchise locations, and a location in the Delta Center as part of their partnership with the Utah Jazz.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Brian Godfrey Chief Operations Officer

Brian Godfrey

Chief Operations Officer

Brian Godfrey is an accomplished financial professional with a proven track record of excellence in accounting, acquisitions, and wealth management. With over a decade of experience at top-tier firms, Brian has built a reputation as a trusted advisor to businesses and high-net-worth individuals, helping them navigate complex financial landscapes and achieve their strategic goals. During Brian’s time at Deloitte & BDO, two of the world’s leading accounting firms, he held key roles earning accolades for his meticulous approach and client-focused solutions.

As COO at Tee Box, Brian continues to lead with integrity, driving success with his teams and brand as a whole.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Alyse Carter Chief of Staff

Alyse Carter

Chief of Staff

Alyse Carter is a people-focused leader who knows how to get things done and keep teams moving forward. As Chief of Staff at Tee Box, she helps keep everything running smoothly through aligning priorities, supporting the team, and making sure no detail falls through the cracks.

Before Tee Box, Alyse was a big part of growing the clothing brand Poppy and Dot, helping take it from a small business to a successful company that was eventually sold. Before that, she spent years as an Event and Sales Director for college football bowl game halftime shows, where she managed hundreds of performers, handled all event and travel logistics, and made sure everything went off without a hitch - from the first sales call to the final performance on the football field.

She lives in Lehi, Utah, with her husband Brandon Carter and is a proud mom of four. She's known for staying organized, leading with heart, and keeping calm in the middle of the chaos - whether at work or at home.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Colby Kendell Chief Marketing Officer

Colby Kendell

Chief Marketing Officer

Colby is an experienced entrepreneur and marketing professional with over a decade of success in growing global brands across the outdoor, sporting goods, and construction industries. His career highlights includes key roles at renowned companies like MTN OPS, Salomon, Suunto watches and Atomic skis, showcasing his expertise in digital marketing and strategy. Colby holds a B.A. in Professional Sales & Marketing and a Masters in Marketing from Weber State University. He was born and raised in Ogden, UT.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Jeff Hansen Chief Technology Officer

Jeff Hansen

Chief Technology Officer

A former collegiate D1 golfer and 4-time Founder with 30 years of experience as a global operator, Jeff brings broad operational experience in cutting-edge technologies. As a global expansion expert in AI, robotics, 3D/XR/Metaverse, and other tech, Jeff has taken 8 companies from zero to 20+ country presence as a Sales/GTM leader. Jeff has also served on 5 boards with 4 exits, and mentors Founders via the University of Utah's Master's Program, TechStars and direct Advisory work with VC-funded AI startups. Jeff is also a Venture Partner at Tandem Partners.

As CTO of Tee Box, Jeff is injecting AI throughout the customer journey and leading strategic partnerships that drive value in Player Development plans.

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Devin Harper Chief Franchise Officer

Devin Harper

Chief Franchise Officer

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Chloe Bennett VP of Franchise & Development

Chloe Bennett

VP of Franchise & Development

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Austin Kendell VP of Product

Austin Kendell

VP of Product

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Mason Unck Director of TEE BOX Athlete Program

Mason Unck

Director of TEE BOX Athlete Program

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Justin Cheney VP of Franchise Operations

Justin Cheney

VP of Franchise Operations

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Brayden Montgomery Head of Construction

Brayden Montgomery

Head of Construction

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Colton Manning Head of Digital

Colton Manning

Head of Digital

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Enoch Fleming Director of Corporate Sales & Box Success

Enoch Fleming

Director of Corporate Sales & Box Success

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Jake Butler VP of Experience

Jake Butler

VP of Experience

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Jordan Bloxham Director of Club Operations

Jordan Bloxham

Director of Club Operations

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Kyler Dearden VP of Instruction

Kyler Dearden

VP of Instruction

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale McKay Pett Head of Content

McKay Pett

Head of Content

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Mitch Oram VP of Box Sales

Mitch Oram

VP of Box Sales

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Tyler Thorpe Head of Email/Design

Tyler Thorpe

Head of Email/Design

Tee Box Fort Lauderdale Blake Barnes Director of Franchise Success

Blake Barnes

Director of Franchise Success

Meet Our Team

FAQs

To access the facility, members must make a reservation. You can book hitting bays or schedule gym sessions directly through the Tee Box app. Once you book, your reservation will have an “Unlock Door” button.

To reserve a hitting bay, simply log in to your Tee Box App, select your location, and click on “Book a Hitting Bay” From here you can select 1 or 2 hours of play, and which bay you want to book.

Yes! Members have full access to our gym facilities and can book gym time separately if they just want to work out. Just click on the Gym Session banner and select which day you want to use the gym.

You can cancel or reschedule your booking through your Tee Box App. If you have any issues, feel free to contact the Box Pro for assistance.

To upgrade or cancel your membership, get in touch with our team through the chat feature in the app, emailing [email protected], or talking to your locations Box Pro.

For annual members, cancellation requires payment of the remaining balance for the year. Monthly members can cancel with a 30-day notice. Contact us for any membership changes, and we’ll guide you through the process.

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