Who We Are
You'll be hard-pressed to find a more active, invigorating scene than City Club. From film screenings and wine dinners to high-profile speaker and networking mixers, City Club is LA's modern forum where the best and brightest of our city exchange ideas and then make them reality.
Alex Thapar
General Manager
Serving since 2020
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About Alex
Born in Santa Monica and raised in Culver City, Alex Thapar developed a passion for service at a very young age. Watching his Argentinean mother’s strong work ethic as a child led to his decision to pursue a career in hospitality. With almost 20 years of experience in various leadership roles, Alex is broadening his reach as he takes on this exciting role of General Manager at City Club Los Angeles.Armed with a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Resource Management from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, Alex initially ran several upscale fitness clubs. Subsequent to that, he opened The Ritz-Carlton Los Angeles in 2011 and held other Director roles at both The Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel & The Ritz-Carlton Marina del Rey. In 2015, he moved on to The Bay Club Company where he was an integral part of establishing new markets while also doing diligence on several acquisitions. Through this process, Alex was the Club Manager and Food & Beverage Director at the prestigious Manhattan Country Club ...
Annalise Parks
Director of Membership Sales and Retention
Serving since 2016
About Annalise
Annalise may be new to Los Angeles, but she is not new to the Invited family! She joins City Club Los Angeles after years of serving as Director of Member Relations and Membership at The City Club of Washington in the Nation’s Capital. Annalise earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in French and Politics from Lake Forest College, and Master of Business Administration degree and Global Management certificate from The George Washington School of Business. She brings her passion for international affairs and business development into her role as Director of Membership Sales and Retention, and is eager to help members maximize their potential through rich experiences and valuable introductions. In her free time, she enjoys volunteering with The Junior League, playing tennis, trying new restaurants, and enjoying culture through museum visits and festivals.
Michael Cunes
Director of Member Experience
Serving since 2020
About Michael
Michael is a native of Los Angeles whose passion for creating memorable guest experiences has kept him thrilled to be working in the private club sector for over 13 years. His journey started at the Bel-Air Bay Club in Pacific Palisades where for over a decade, he managed front desk and guest service operations. Here, he discovered a newfound passion for event management while designing and operating the annual Halloween haunted house. From there he moved to Spring Place Beverly Hills; a co-working and social club where he directed all aspects of member, community, and guest relations. Most recently, he was at the H Club in Hollywood where he directed overall club operations including management of the club's 33 all-suite hotel. He feels a deep sense of appreciation to now be serving the dynamic City Club LA community and is excited to have been welcomed into the Invited family. When not working, he enjoys time with his wife and three young children, spending time in the great outd...