Meet The Team

Graduated City University Business School, London, England, in 1980. Established a floor brokerage operation on the New York Commodities Exchange in 1983. Launched his own successful trading career 1986. Retired 1999. Mentored children 1997 - 2010 through Big Brothers Big Sisters. Elected to membership in the PGA 2006. Established SwingPals 2010.

In 2009, graduated from the Virginia State University with a B.A. in Computer Information Systems. Worked over 10 years in the IT sector developing skills in the areas of team building, leadership, empowerment, communication, training and teaching.

Brittany also received certifications in Holistic Health and Wellness, CBT, Health & Nutrition Life Coach and a Transformation Life Coach.

 

Originally from Scotland and now living in North Carolina, Erin brings a global perspective and passion for mental performance and youth development. She studied sport and performance psychology and has years of coaching experience across competitive swim programs. Erin has worked with Division I athletes, youth teams, and business professionals to build mental resilience and unlock potential. Outside of SwingPals, she enjoys traveling, exploring new cultures, horse riding, and experimenting in the kitchen.

Licensed CDL Bus Driver.  Bus Driver for the Durham Public School system for over 5 years.

Holds 15 years of experience in nonprofit management, specializing in strategic operations and program expansion. Founded and managed a rare bookstore in Boston, later leading initiatives to grow youth and environmental programs nationwide. Excels in connecting systems to measurable outcomes, ensuring impactful organizational growth and success.

Earned an MBA in Management Control from Lynchburg College and an undergraduate degree at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (VA Tech) with a BS in Business Management.

Worked many years as a Senior Contract Negotiator with Texas Instruments Inc. and the Raytheon Company in the defense industry. Most recently owned and operated Carolina Medical Billing Services, LLC providing consulting and billing services to private practices in the Raleigh/Durham area.

Nate Pearce Is originally from Fuquay-Varina. He studied Exercise and Sport Science at UNC Chapel Hill and graduated in 2025. His love for golf began in middle school, playing rounds with his dad—and it quickly became a passion.  Aside from golf, Nate loves music, exploring the outdoors, and working on cars.  He has always sought ways to create positive change—not only in golf, but in his community as well.  SwingPals feels like the perfect spot to make an impact and he is beyond excited about being on the team.