Green Lake Golf hires Erik Distler as strategic advisor

Arizona-based Green Lake Golf (GLG), sustainable golf course redevelopment firm, hired Erik Distler as strategic sustainability advisor. This external advisory role advances GLG’s long-term commitment to environmental responsibility, sustainable development and community impact. 

In his new role, Distler will guide GLG’s development of a comprehensive sustainability roadmap. This initiative will focus on key areas such as water and energy conservation, habitat restoration, carbon footprint reduction, eco-conscious construction and community engagement. He will also consult on best practices in sustainable operations, partnerships and long-term planning that align with both local ecosystems and global climate goals. 

Distler currently serves as the senior vice president of sustainability at AEG, a leader in sports and live entertainment.

“Erik is a proven leader in sustainability, and we are honored to welcome him. His forward-thinking approach and collaborative mindset will help us elevate our environmental stewardship and ensure that Green Lake Golf sets a sound standard for sustainable golf course redevelopment,” said Jeff Schwinkendorf, co-founder and principal of Green Lake Golf.

“We feel the addition of Erik to our team as a strategic advisor will earnestly validate our desire to be first and best in class when it comes to sustainable golf course redevelopment,” said Jamie Cook, co-founder and principal of GLG. “We are very deliberate in our efforts to lead with sustainability best practices in all that we do, and Erik’s expertise will certainly permeate through all which we bring to the table for our clients.”

Distler said: “I’m excited to serve Green Lake Golf in this strategic advisory capacity at such a pivotal time for sustainability in the golf space. The vision shared by GLG leadership in this arena is ambitious and authentic – I look forward to collaborating with them to apply sustainability best practices throughout all aspects of their business.”