test t tetst  Smith Mountain Lake, VA (February 6, 2007) –The Willard Companies has named Nikki Poole as the new club manager for The Westlake Golf and Country Club at Smith Mountain Lake.

Poole brings over a decade of experience in the restaurant industry. Prior to joining The Westlake Golf and Country Club, she worked in marketing for LongHorn Steak House and most recently as manager for Awful Authors in Roanoke. Poole, an Atlanta, Georgia native, graduated from University of West Georgia with a Bachelor degree in Business Administration. Poole and her husband, Derek, reside in Vinton.

The Westlake Golf and Country Club is Smith Mountain Lake’s premier public golf course. The Westlake is cut out of the woods and a green that sits by one of Smith Mountain Lake's many peaceful coves and inlets. The Westlake includes a beautifully restored farmhouse that features a pro shop and a delightful restaurant. The Westlake carries the trademark touch of Russell Breeden, a Virginia native with nearly 100 course designs to his credit. The 6,511-yard course is challenging for players of all levels.

The Willard Companies is the umbrella for Willard Construction of Roanoke Valley, Inc., Prudential Waterfront Properties, The Waterfront, The Water’s Edge, and The Westlake Golf & Country Clubs, and The Boardwalk. The company is involved in building, developing, marketing and country clubs. The company also owns Westlake Towne Center, Smith Mountain Building Supply and Westlake Cinema.

For media inquiries or questions, call Christopher Finley, Director of Marketing, at (540) 721-5288 or visit www.smithmtnlake.com.