Staff

Bill Rothballer - General Manager bill.rothballer@louisville.edu Bill Rothballer, CCM, CEO, has been Chief Operating Officer and General Manager of the University Club since February 1996. Bill is a graduate of Johnson and Wales University in Rhode Island where he has earned a Masters Degree in Hospitality Administration, a Bachelor’s degree in food service management, and Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts. He joined the Club Managers Association of America in 1991 and earned his certification as a club manager in 1997, honor society in 2003 and was certified as a Chief Executive Officer in 2007. Bill is a Past President of the Association of College and University Clubs. Bill is happily married to his college sweetheart, Stacey. They are the proud parents of Aaron and Sarah. For the past 13 years, Bill has taken great pride in his position at the University Club and is very grateful to have a Board of Directors who believes in his management skills. He’d be remiss not to include all the previous Directors and Committee members who have donated their time to the success of this outstanding organization. In closing, Bill states one of the greatest compliments that has been given to him by one of the members was: “Whenever I come in here, your staff treats me like a long lost friend. They make me feel like I’m being catered to in my own home”. What a blessing to have staff like that!
Linda Johnson - Director of Membership and Marketing linda.johnson@louisville.edu Linda became the third employee of the Club in 1990, hired by the Club’s Board of Directors. In her position as Director of membership, she works very closely with the Board of Directors and Club committees, maintaining a high level of communication to the membership. She develops and plans member activities and events for the Club. Linda is currently working to achieve the designation of Certified Marketing Professional through the Professional Club Marketing Association (National Association of Directors of Membership of Private Clubs). Prior to her appointment at the University Club, Linda worked for the University of Louisville. She helped to develop the Council on Higher Education’s Consortium on Faculty Development--the first of its kind in the nation--hosting state-wide conferences of all colleges and universities in the State of Kentucky. She is a very proud mother and grandmother of two children.
Kathy Logsdon - Director of Catering kathy.logsdon@louisville.edu Kathy Logsdon, Director of Catering, has been with the Club since the beginning in 1991. Her hospitality education and experience during the course of her career include restaurants, banquets, and catering, both operations and sales. She is a native Louisvillian, having grown up in the West End, and currently living in the Highlands. She has a husband (who also works at the Club), 3 kids, an elderly mother, and 5 cats. Her hobbies include reading, crossword puzzles, movies, taking care of her cats, and looking for bargains. Kathy has been in the hospitality industry for over 30 years, having worked at the Hyatt Regency Louisville, the Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress in Florida, and the Brown Hotel before coming to the University Club 18+ years ago. She truly enjoys helping members and guests plan the perfect event.
Michael Williams - Executive Chef Mr. Williams has been the Executive Chef of the University Club for 13 ½ years. He enjoys working at the Club, its atmosphere, and most importantly the members and fellow coworkers. Chef has 2 sons and his hobbies include music, saxophone lessons, and landscaping.
Lisa Alvarado - Assistant General Manager lmalava03@louisville.edu Lisa has been working at the Club since 1991. She started out as a server/bartender and was promoted to supervisor and shortly thereafter assistant General Manager. Lisa says her job is both challenging and rewarding. She would like to thank the General Manager, Bill Rothballer for his patience, diligence and understanding. She is a member of CMAA ( Club Managers Association of America) and is working towards her CCM. Lisa’s hobbies include reading, working out, and badminton. She also enjoys spending time with her family and her sweet little dog Rico.
Edward Nichter-Web and Graphic Communications ejnich01@louisville.edu Ed has been with the Club for 3 ½ years. He is a 2005 graduate from the UofL business school and majored in marketing. He also attended Ivy Tech for graphic and web design. Ed creates all Club publications, advertisements, and handles any computer or website issues. He has an extensive background in computer graphics technology. He is a member of the Louisville Graphic Design Association. In his free time, Ed enjoys golf, poker, video games, photography, traveling, and going out with friends.  You can check out his website right HERE.
Mike Logsdon- Marketing Assistant malogs03@louisville.edu Mike works in the front office, helping out with everyone's administrative needs. He is a Scout Master in Bullitt County. In his free time, Mike plays in a band and enjoys grilling out with friends and family.
Johnna Nicholson - Income Auditor jdnich01@louisville.edu Johnna has been with the University Club for almost 10 years, starting out as a temp for hire. Apparently they liked her! She was born and raised in the Hoosier state (Indiana) but a loyal U of L fan. Never married nor had children, most people consider that a sign of intelligence. Her career started in the hospitality field at age16 working in fast-food and has continued in different areas including a eight year career in banking that lead her to the accounting side of the club. Being at the Club has led Johnna to meeting a diversity of people which has been a great lesson in understanding different cultures. She truly enjoys her co-workers and has made many a new friends.
Sandy Oppel - Controller sroppe02@louisville.edu Sandy has been employed with the University Club since July 2007. She was born and raised in Louisville and attended a local Catholic high school and the University of Louisville. Sandy was in the legal field for 20 years prior to joining the Club. She is an avid sports fan with the Cards being my favorite team(s) of course! In her spare time, golf is her addiction.  She is married and has one daughter.