MEET ELITE
MEET ELITE
We are a team of dedicated, customer service-driven professionals fueled by “What’s Next” in luxury amenity management, construction, and design.
THE “ELITE” DIFFERENCE
ELITE’s Founders and Principals Michael Zuchelli and Andrew Meditz are the driving forces behind the company’s impressive growth in luxury amenity management. With this talented duo at the helm, ELITE has soared to become the lifestyle company of choice among prominent developers, property managers, pool and fitness facilities, and private clubs.
Jon Matzelle
Chief Operating Officer
Jon is an “ELITE Lifer,” having been with the company since it opened its doors in 2006. He works directly with all of the company’s 70+ clients, ensuring that ELITE’s Standard Operating Procedures are implemented at each client location, state guidelines are followed, and the ELITE staff is properly certified and trained.
One of Jon’s many accomplishments is the development of an in-house ELITE Management Training program that encourages continuing education for the company’s top-notch staff. It is why our luxury amenity brand consistently attracts ELITE-level talent and one of the many reasons our seasonal employees return year after year.
Nick Santo
Director of Communications and Compliance
Over the past ten years, Nick has climbed the ranks of ELITE Amenity Management, becoming an integral part of company’s success. Nick supervises all of the company’s corporate information technology projects, including the development of ELITE training modules, the ELITE website, and internet security. He has spearheaded client and staff onboarding programs that have significantly increased the company’s efficiencies, and he supervises the compliance regulations for over 70 ELITE-run sites.
But Nick isn’t limited to technological and organization wizardry; he is super creative with an eye for marketing and branding. Nick is extensively involved with the launch of the ELITE Wellness brand and APP. He also coordinates company communications including monthly newsletters, flyers, and collateral pieces.
Nick Santo
Director of Communications and Compliance
Over the past ten years, Nick has climbed the ranks of ELITE Amenity Management, becoming an integral part of company’s success. Nick supervises all of the company’s corporate information technology projects, including the development of ELITE training modules, the ELITE website, and internet security. He has spearheaded client and staff onboarding programs that have significantly increased the company’s efficiencies, and he supervises the compliance regulations for over 70 ELITE-run sites.
But Nick isn’t limited to technological and organization wizardry; he is super creative with an eye for marketing and branding. Nick is extensively involved with the launch of the ELITE Wellness brand and APP. He also coordinates company communications including monthly newsletters, flyers, collateral pieces.
Duncan MacIntosh
Elite Hydrodynamics
Chief Engineer &
Senior Partner
Having designed and built pools on five Continents over the past 40 years, Duncan is ELITE’s “secret weapon;” a sought-after engineer who has expertly serviced the company’s clients throughout the New York metropolitan area since 2009.
Duncan is the Director of Elite’s Engineering, Construction, Improvement and Maintenance Division. He holds a degree in Hydrodynamic Engineering from the British Naval Academy, is a certified commercial diver, and a two-time National Pool & Spa Institute Gold Award winner. Duncan is an expert in structural and esthetic design and construction, alteration, renovation, repair, and maintenance of all rebar and gunite, steel wall, and membrane fabricated structures.
Nicolas Chavez
Manager of New Business Development
With more than a decade of hospitality experience, Nick has been directly involved in the evolution and growth of ELITE’s company portfolio across the 4 boroughs of New York City. Both analytical and creative, Nick is responsible for executing a smooth onboarding for ELITE’s largest and latest contracts.
His sound understanding of what the ELITE brand is and will become has been integral to the development processes that he brings to a new ELITE client. Through the last 10 years, Nick has developed into a multidisciplinary executive, that involves building custom operational procedures, creating innovative lifestyle events, and working with an extensive vendor list to delivery high quality experiences for residential tenants.
Nick’s travels around the world have also sparked his fascination with customized premium hospitality experiences, as well as creative bespoke event planning. His exposure to new ideas and innovations helps ELITE stay at the forefront of the luxury amenity market.
Nicolas Chavez
Manager of New Business Development
With more than a decade of hospitality experience, Nick has been directly involved in the evolution and growth of ELITE’s company portfolio across the 4 boroughs of New York City. Both analytical and creative, Nick is responsible for executing a smooth onboarding for ELITE’s largest and latest contracts.
His sound understanding of what the ELITE brand is and will become has been integral to the development processes that he brings to a new ELITE client. Through the last 10 years, Nick has developed into a multidisciplinary executive, that involves building custom operational procedures, creating innovative lifestyle events, and working with an extensive vendor list to delivery high quality experiences for residential tenants.
Nick’s travels around the world have also sparked his fascination with customized premium hospitality experiences, as well as creative bespoke event planning. His exposure to new ideas and innovations helps ELITE stay at the forefront of the luxury amenity market.
Josh Krantz
Head Instructor, ELITE Live!
With his signature “Let’s Go!” attitude, Josh Krantz is the inspirational Head Instructor for ELITE’s new online streaming fitness platform, ELITE Live! Josh is responsible for creating engaging workout schedules and attracting top-notch instructors that propel ELITE Live! followers of all athletic abilities to achieve their health and wellness goals.
Josh enjoys over a decade of experience as a popular Personal Trainer and high-energy Group Fitness Instructor, roles he relishes along with his position as a Physical Education teacher for the New York City Department of Education. Josh is a native of Bayside Queens, New York, and holds a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science and a Master’s degree in Coaching and Athletic Administration.
Lisa Pecunia
Office Manager
With 25 years of experience in the customer service industry, Lisa is the backbone of ELITE Amenity Management, keeping all phases of the company running efficiently. She is a consummate team player who also works directly with ELITE’s Principals to assist and execute their directives while handling payroll for over 750 employees and accounting duties.
As a former successful retail business owner, Lisa appreciates the challenges of entrepreneurship and implements office systems and protocols that allow ELITE to maintain efficiency while continuing its exponential growth. She also actively assists with the company’s career placement, presently working with The Lexington School of the Deaf to create job opportunities for its students.
Lisa Pecunia
Office Manager
With 25 years of experience in the customer service industry, Lisa is the backbone of ELITE Amenity Management, keeping all phases of the company running efficiently. She is a consummate team player who also works directly with ELITE’s Principals to assist and execute their directives while handling payroll for over 750 employees and accounting duties.
As a former successful retail business owner, Lisa appreciates the challenges of entrepreneurship and implements office systems and protocols that allow ELITE to maintain efficiency while continuing its exponential growth. She also actively assists with the company’s career placement, presently working with The Lexington School of the Deaf to create job opportunities for its students.
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