Staff

P.J. Bergeron

830.336.4004
Controller & Director of Human Resources

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Hometown

Morgan City, Louisiana

Family

Wife: Christy (15 years in November)
Daughters: Emily, Claire & Abby

Education

Nicholls State University in Thibodaux, Louisiana, Bachelor of Science in Finance; FBI or Faith Bible Institute, Three year satellite course that takes you chronologically through the Bible.

How did you get into your field?

A job at Ford Motor Credit is what brought me to Texas. I landed my first country club job at Willow Fork Country Club in Katy, Texas where I spent six+ years as the Controller. I moved on and spent two years at Walden on Lake Houston in Humble, Texas. The Club at Sonterra in San Antonio was my next destination where I spent seven years as a Regional Controller.

How long have you been with Cordillera Ranch?

I started May 1, 2015.

What is your favorite aspect of LIVING/working in the Hill Country?

The scenery and wildlife makes up for the longer commute.

What is your favorite activity to do in the Hill Country?

My family enjoys the Cibolo Nature Center and the downtown shops, both in Boerne What’s your favorite sport?

What are your hobbies/interests?

Road trips with the family — taking the off-the-beaten path. We enjoy visiting museums and historical sites. Texas does a great job preserving and promoting their history. I also play golf when I find the time.

What’s your favorite sport?

Golf. I have been privileged to play courses from California to England.

Favorite sporting event you’ve attended?

Interacting with Payne Stewart at the 1999 Houston Open / Being at the second to last Houston Astros game in the Astrodome / Watching our high school win the state championship for football in which Heisman Trophy winner Danny Wuerffel was the quarterback.

Favorite quote?

“The driver on the road is not safe when he reads the signs, but when he obeys them. “ – AW Tozer

Favorite movie and why?

Courageous. As a father, it challenges you in so many positive ways, both spiritually and being a better role model for your kids. I challenge all men to watch this movie.

What has been your greatest challenge in your business?

Going through the 2008-2009 recession and how this impacted the club business.

What has been your most rewarding experience in your business?

I had the pleasure of being at Willow Fork Country Club and Walden on Lake Houston when they reached their Trigger/Cap for Full Golf members. I also enjoy meeting new people within the business and creating lasting friendships.

Favorite aspect or feature at Cordillera Ranch?

The views are incredible. I am truly blessed to work with great people at a great facility.

Anything else that no one knows about you that would like to share?

I have lived in the San Antonio area since 2008. I can juggle three balls, and briefly held the hacky sack record back on Elk Street in Morgan City in the mid-1980’s. The competition was fierce!

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