Meet the Team
Management Team
Elliott Datlow
General Manager & Tennis Director
Elliott has a Masters and Bachelors in Kinesiology from the University of Kentucky. His certifications include USTA High Performance, ITPA, PTR & USPTA Elite.
Elliott’s highlight as a tennis coach was being on-court at NCAA championships when one of his players became an NCAA All-American.
Elliott’s passion is showing as many people as possible that playing tennis will change their life for the better!
Alex Aleshin-Guendel
Assistant General Manager
Alex grew up at the Aspen Hill Club and has worked here since 2000 part-time and since 2008 full-time.
Alex has a Bachelor’s in Mass Communications with a Public Relations track from Towson University.
Alex was the varsity captain on her high school tennis team and also played on the Towson University Ladies Tennis Team.
Zaf Khan
General Manager of Facilities
Zaf Khan has been with the Aspen Hill Club since 1993 as part of our facility maintenance department. In 1999, Zaf was promoted to Director of Maintenance, and in 2022, he was promoted to the Club’s General Manager of Facilities. Zaf excels at customer service along with his ability to understand facility mechanics, tennis court resurfacing, and general maintenance. He has built a team of dedicated staff who provide the Club with day-to-day facility maintenance and also provide customer service to Club members.
📞 301-598-5200 ext. 143
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Frances Cardea
Controller
Frances has been the Controller of The Aspen Hill Club since July 1993. Her three daughters grew up at the Club. They have lifetime friendships with fellow “staff kids”.
Frances has a BA degree in Business Administration and Economics with a minor in Accounting. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from McDaniel College, formerly called Western Maryland College. She is also a member of the Phi Beta Kappa Honor Society. She passed her CPA exam in 1992.
She enjoys spending time at the beach with her husband, daughters, and friends.
Danielle Bouchard
Executive Director
Danielle has been with the Club since 1982 and has served in many capacities from receptionist to Assistant Manager, General Manager, and semi-retired Executive Director. You can find Danielle in the Club a few days a week as she continues to enjoy being a part of the team and the Club setting.
Directors & Front Line Staff
Eric Suchinsky
Membership Director
Eric has been at the Aspen Hill Club his entire life. Playing tennis as a child, and working in the Membership Department for 22 years.
Eric is passionate about helping people get started on their fitness journey.
John Woodend
Reception Desk Director and Nighttime MOD
John graduated from the University of Delaware with a Bachelors in Psychology.
John’s favorite experience at the Club is being able to have all kinds of unique conversations with members.
What gives John the most joy about working at the Club is when kids come in excited to learn how to swim or play tennis.
Gissele Solorzano
Childminding Director
Gissele is the Childminding Director here at the Aspen Hill Club and is currently a student at Montgomery College who is majoring in Early Childhood Education/Special Education. One of Gissele’s favorite experiences within the field includes creating activities and events that can put a smile on our members’ faces and make them want to return to Childminding! Being able to create a fun, safe, and nurturing environment where children can explore their creativity while creating positive and impactful experiences is what brings the most joy to Gissele.
Tina Mance-Lee
Member Services
Tina has been a member of the Aspen Hill Club since 1991 and working in Member Services and Accounting since 2016. She has a strong administrative background and enjoys mathematical challenges!
Tina is an award-winning producer of documentary, children’s, entertainment, sports, and talk show programming. During her fifteen-year tenure at W*USA-TV9, she served in many capacities including Executive Producer where she coordinated, administered, and managed various productions and assigned specials. She has also served as an adjunct professor at Howard University’s School of Communications teaching a course in scriptwriting and has produced recruitment videos for area schools. Tina received her Master of Science from the University of Maryland’s University College Graduate School of Management and Technology in Management and Marketing and her Bachelor of Arts from Indiana State University in Broadcasting: Radio, TV, & Film.
In memory of her son, who passed from a rare form of bone cancer, she and her husband have established The Brandon Carrington Lee Foundation where she serves as Chief Operating Officer. Their mission is to provide financial assistance for pediatric cancer research and provide deserving students with scholarships.
📞 301-598-5200 ext. 117
✉ tlee@aspenhillclub.com
Bev Supanick
Racquetball Pro
Bev has a Professional Level 4 AmPro Racquetball Certification, an Instructor Level 1 Squash Certification, and an International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) Personal Training Certification.
Bev was selected as a translator for an International Racquetball Coaching Summit at the Colorado Springs United States Olympic Training Center for Racquetball. Bev has coached a player over 18 months from an 0-7 record in the “C” division to first place in the “A” division as well as a player over 9 months from rotator cuff surgery to a third-place finish in the “A” division.
Bev believes “Client retention is my superpower.” Seeing players improve their games and win-loss records or overcome injuries with her advice about exercising, playing, and drilling in the right proportions gives Bev joy!
Bev has completed Safe Sport training and certification through USA Racquetball, which involved a background check and mandated reporter training.
Warren Peterson
Aquatics Director
Responsible Aquatics Director with over 10 years of Hospitality and Customer Service Experience, which includes major resorts, health clubs, and country clubs. Proficient in Aquatic management, cleaning, and operation, getting my hands wet is only at the forefront of my passion and abilities!
Larissa Johnson
Group Exercise Director
Larissa’s journey into movement and wellness began in 1998 when she became a certified aerobics instructor. However, her passion for physical activity ignited much earlier—she was dancing with joy at just three years old! Throughout high school, she competed in dance, led a college dance team, and even took the bold step of moving to New York City to pursue her dreams. Her path has taken her on an exciting tour across the nation, teaching from New York to Hawaii, San Diego, Massachusetts, and now Maryland.
Before stepping into her new role, Larissa was a Barre instructor and a substitute for various classes at Aspen Hill for a few years. Her enthusiasm for movement keeps her engaged with the latest fitness trends while incorporating innovative research to enhance focus, alleviate stress, and boost information retention. In addition to her wellness pursuits, Larissa is a strong advocate for social and environmental justice, passionately addressing inequities and disparities.
Nina Hazir
Fitness & Personal Training Director
Nina Hazir is a certified personal trainer. She began her journey by teaching yoga and Matt Pilates. Her passion is to help individuals of all ages to achieve their fitness goals. She offers a blend of general fitness, strength and flexibility training.
