Meet the YGC Team Members

Kurt Lieberman

Owner

Kurt Lieberman grew up in Eastern NC and much of his childhood was spent in the woods, fishing, jumping into, boating, or swimming on the Tar River. In the early 90’s, he enlisted into the United States Marine Corp. Being a Marine provided Kurt the opportunity to run around the outdoors, learn more about firearms, tactical operations, and provided him the educational opportunities to help launch his civilian career. After the Marine Corps, Kurt started his career in information technology sales which provided an opportunity to serve the country through some of the largest tech companies in the world. Kurt spent most of his career advising and selling technology solutions to Federal, State, & Local governments to help them build the most efficient governments possible. Kurt worked for Microsoft, Oracle, Dell, Polycom, US Postal Service, and Sprint throughout his 24-year career.

After 24+ years in technology Kurt knew he was changing, he knew the industry was changing, he knew the company he was working for was changing, and one early morning in a hotel room in DC in 2016, Tar River Arms (TRA) was born. Kurt decided to start TRA out of his house as a home-based FFL. His idea was simple, he was going to sell online, he was going to market directly to his customer base, and his mission was clear- TRA is going to provide Great Products, Great Prices, and Great Service. Within in two years the business grew, and the mission changed. Kurt decided to leave Microsoft and open a TRA store front in Wake Forest NC which is still in operation today. It is through these life experiences, his love of the industry, his desire to modernize the industry, and the 5 years of customer request to open an indoor range in the area, that he is proud to open Youngsville Gun Club & Range.

Ivy Lieberman

Community Outreach

With a background in design and construction, Ivy was a natural fit to help design and decorate the range from the ground up. She earned her B.A. degree in Communications/Public Relations and English from East Carolina University and spent many years as a Stay-at-Home Mom.

Both of her children are now officially adults and YGC and our sister store, Tar River Arms, have her utmost attention. In addition to helping to manage the range, she is responsible for Community Outreach, Sponsorships, and Merchandising, as well as assisting with events and our social media platforms. She is excited to bring a “softer side” to the industry and help connect people with shooting who are unfamiliar with the sport and may be a little timid.

Ivy has been happily married to her husband, Kurt, since 1999 and they have two sons, Ben, a current Marine, and Gabe, who attends Wake Tech and does all of our laser engraving. Her family will always be her number one priority, but she also enjoys giving back to the community, spending time with friends, traveling, relaxing at her beach house, walking/hiking, and concocting fancy cocktails.

Bridget Walker

Membership Director

From no firearms experience to passing her conceal carry test in 2 weeks, Bridget Walker has been excited to learn about firearms performance and safety for a dozen years. After past work experience in the medical field and college athletics, Bridget is excited to join the YGC family and welcome all people with a passion for practical, tactical fun to the range. Serving as membership director, Bridget will lead the team on establishing a membership culture where everyone gets the most out of what the facility has to offer. She would love to discuss membership benefits with anyone looking for a place to learn, train, and build a community.

Bridget lives in Youngsville with her husband, Thomas, and their son, George. Her favorite firearm is her Glock 42 and she most looks forward to continuing her firearms education with the classes YGC offers.

Renae Hill

Events Manager
Renae Hill grew up in Uniontown, PA and moved to Havelock, NC, where her dad was stationed at Cherry Point MCAS. At the age of 19, Renae enlisted in the Air Force and served four years. She attended California State Fullerton and received her B.A. degree in Communications/Public Relations. After graduation, Renae went onto Marine Corps Officer training in Quantico, VA. Unfortunately, after falling off a 15ft rope she was medically discharged. That led her to the Federal Bureau of Prisons as a Correctional Officer in Dublin, CA where she served also served four years. She then went on to Spherion as an Onsite Manager at AOL in the Silicon Valley.
Renae became a stay-at-home mom for her three children, and during that time she volunteered as the Public Relations Coordinator at St. Anthony’s Catholic School. She also served as the Athletic Booster Club President and Secretary at Wake Forest High School for four years. She is currently on the Wake Forest Purple Heart Foundation Board. She worked part-time at Mountain View Farm wedding venue and was the Events Coordinator at Bud’s Tavern.
With experience working and coordinating many different types of events, as the Events Manager, she is ready to schedule all YGC and private events that will be offered. Renae is very proud to join the YGC family and start coordinating your most special event.
Renae lives in Wake Forest with her husband, Mike, and their children, Victor (19), Natalie (17), and Connor (14). Her family is excited to learn to shoot and all about gun safety.