Podcasts about golf operations

June 3, 2025 ~ On day 3 of the Pure Michigan Golf Tour, Dave Sanderson, General Manager at Garland Lodge and Golf Resort and Shane Riley, Director of Golf Operations at Garland Lodge and Golf Resort, chats with Kevin on their facility.

April 14, 2025 ~ Yesterday, Rory McIlroy got his career Grand Slam when he won The Masters. Jordan Young, Director of Golf Operations at GAMEABOVE and co-host of WJR's Spin on Golf, joins Kevin to recap the win.

Jay Karen, CEO of the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA), joined Rob Thomas on the Club + Resort Talks podcast to discuss the organization's role in advocacy, education, and trade association services for golf course owners. He highlighted Google's entry into the tee time market, emphasizing the need for direct booking links to avoid third-party aggregators. Karen also addressed the impact of AI on golf operations, predicting widespread adoption of gamified driving ranges and simulators. He noted the rising golf prices due to inflation and the importance of municipal golf courses for affordability. Legal issues, such as liability for errant golf balls, were also discussed, with Karen emphasizing the need for connective tissue between green grass and off-course digital golf experiences. Also in the news, which was sponsored by KE Camps, Sarasota National in Venice, Fla., enlisted Fry/Straka Global Golf Course Design to enhance the course's playability for all skill levels and improve sustainability, while seamlessly tying-in the natural beauty of the Audubon International Certified Signature Sanctuary. Wayzata (Minn.) Country Club will close its golf course in summer 2025 to complete a comprehensive $15M renovation, with plans to reopen by June 2026. In addition to regrassing the entire course with 007 bent grass, updates feature new tee boxes, including forward tees on every hole, reshaped greens, and a modernized irrigation system. An 18-hole putting course will also be added as part of the enhancements. And … U.S. tennis participation has surged to a new high of 25.7 million players! The nearly two million player increase from 2023 marks a significant acceleration in excess of eight percent growth. Retained and returning players are on the rise with a 5 percent increase in retention rates over 2023 reaching a five-year high, while those who returned to the game after a break of at least one year rose 9 percent.

Joined by Robert Birtel, Directory of Golf Operations at Casa De Campo on the full restoration of Teeth of The Dog. Harris English perseveres at Torrey Pines, Harry and D at the PGA Show. The Tea with D, The Course of Course presented by The Penn Club for AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and and See The Line.Thank you to our Sponsors: DraftKings Sportsbook, Mall Chevrolet, Comcast Business, Rita's Water IceGambling problem? Call one eight hundred Gambler. In New York, call eight seven seven eight HOPENY or text HOPENY (four six seven three six nine). In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call eight eight eight seven eight nine seven seven seven seven or visit ccpg dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (Kansas). Twenty-one plus age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Bonus bets expire one hundred sixty eight hours after issuance. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see D K N G dot C O slash F T ball.

Hey everyone, Bill Storm here, and welcome to the Lessons in Leadership podcast. Today, I'm excited to host Jim Alafat, a dynamic entrepreneur, speaker, and coach with a passion for sharing lessons that truly transform lives. Our topic? "Eight Life-Changing Lessons You'll Never Learn in School." Jim's journey from scrubbing pots in a family restaurant at age 12 to navigating financial setbacks and ultimately reinventing himself as a successful entrepreneur is inspiring and deeply practical. Let's dive in. If you like today's message, here are four ways I can help you grow faster… 5. Join the team: https://www.billstorm.com/join-the-team.html 6. 1:1 executive-level coaching to help you overcome the limiting beliefs, patterns, and habits keeping you from achieving the outcomes you're looking for in your personal and professional life. 7. Speak at your next event. 8. Conduct a mindset, sales, or leadership training workshop for your team. https://www.billstorm.com/ About Jim Alafat Jim has been an entrepreneur at heart, starting his first business at 12. He's worked and consulted in various industries including Restaurants, Retail, Resort Operations, Golf Operations, SCUBA Operations, Mortgage Companies and Systems. He's worked in the Financial Services Industry and held numerous licenses. He is a Certified Budget Counselor, and Commercial Lending Processor and Broker, which provides great insight and value to his consulting clients. He is also a retired Master SCUBA Instructor, certifying people in 14 countries. His passion is consulting and educating people and business owners on how they can get big business resources on their small business friendly budget, saving them thousands of dollars on services they already pay for, but most likely don't use as frequently as they should -- due to cost. He volunteers at the Blackstone Launchpad at UCF and at 1 Million Cups Orlando working with Start-Up entrepreneurs through mid-sized – Emerging Growth companies on creating a sustainable and scalable business model that runs with or without them there. He is a Winning Coach/Mentor at the Joust Competition at UCF. He's a public speaker on a wide range of topics including business, Identity Theft, leadership, motivational, financing strategies and more. His most requested talks are: “Myths vs Reality of Identity Theft” and “8 Life-Changing Lessons You'll Never Learn in School” has been well received and touted as: “The best outline for entrepreneurs on how to properly set-up and run a business”. There are over 52 lessons so talks can be customized to the audience. He is in the process of rebranding his company to the Alafat Agency as his 17-yr old daughter is graduating high school and going to college for business. He loves playing golf, SCUBA Diving, cooking and fine wines. He's been married for 23 years to his wife and life partner, Jo Ann. Jim can be reached at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jimalafat jgalafat@outlook.com Direct: 407.451.2820 Bill Storm is a seasoned advisor and consultant renowned for his expertise in driving peak performance and fostering effective leadership within Fortune 500 companies. With a multifaceted skill set spanning organizational systems, the psychology of achievement, team building, and sales, Bill is a trusted resource for executives, managers, and team leaders seeking to maximize their potential. Drawing from his extensive experience as a Peak Performance Strategist with the Tony Robbins organization and Team-Building Specialist with the John Maxwell Leadership Team, Bill has developed a unique set of frameworks tailored to the needs of industry leaders. These frameworks provide a foundation for building winning teams and achieving sustainable success in today's competitive landscape. In his personal life, Bill has been married for 29 years to the love of his life, has two adult children, and recently welcomed his first grandchild into the world! https://www.billstorm.com/

Music is an essential part of our culture and live venues allow fans, who are the lifeblood of the music industry, to experience the music in a way that they cannot through recordings.  This week, get ready to tee up some serious music talk as I'm excited to welcome back to the podcast, valued sponsor and Managing Partner of Golf Operations at Diamond Hawk Golf Course and Pub, Don Papaj. When we last connected, we were on location at 'The Hawk' witnessing the transformation of a clubhouse into a vibrant live music venue. It was a bold move, a risky play, but one that speaks volumes about the power of music. Don visited the Flamingo Lounge on December 6, 2024 where we talked music and took a deeper dive and explored the world of live music, venues, and community.

Jay and Sharon got the "whole 18" from The Director of Golf Operations at Upton Estate Golf & Country Club! 

October 4, 2024 | Tom McGee - Director of Golf Operations at Grand Traverse Resort & Spa

Rob Thomas, Editor-in-Chief of Club + Resort Business and host of the Club + Resort Talks podcast, sat down with Gilles Gangon, Director of Sales at Casa de Campo in the Dominican Republic. A close personal friend of Pete Dye, Gilles was the longtime Director of Golf Operations at the acclaimed resort before taking on his new role. He has some VERY entertaining stories to share … as well as news on the upcoming renovation of Teeth of the Dog. Also in the news … After a two-and-a-half-year intensive course renovation, San Juan Oaks Golf Club in Hollister, Calif., has reopened for daily-fee play. Developer Third Millennium Partners has overseen the project from start to finish, with insights from golf architect Gene Bates—designer of the original course in 1996, along with PGA TOUR golfer and World Golf Hall of Fame member Fred Couples—who returned to modernize the layout in January 2022. The comprehensive restoration involved regrassing the entire course, including tees and fairways with perennial ryegrass, 007XL bentgrass on the greens and new drought-resistant Bermuda grass on the practice range. Installation of a new pump station and irrigation system reduces overwatering and achieves better playing conditions. A sinkhole at Bunker Hill Golf Course in Dubuque, Iowa, first appearing in May 2023, has raised concerns among local residents and golfers. The sinkhole, located near the 17th hole, measures 11 feet deep and exposes a limestone shelf, indicating a collapse into an underlying mineshaft. The golf course is situated above an old limestone mine, a common feature in the area, and sinkholes are not uncommon in the region due to the topography and historical mining activity. The City of Dubuque's Leisure Services Department, in collaboration with the engineering department, is actively working on a solution. Officials have confirmed that the depth of the sinkhole has remained stable, and the city is preparing to hire an outside company to repair it. The area has been fenced off and covered with plywood to ensure safety, and the city advises people to avoid the site. The Club at Olde Cypress in Naples, Fla. has enlisted Clive Daniel Hospitality for a renovation project. In partnership with Stock Development and Humphrey & Rosal Architects, Clive Daniel Hospitality is revitalizing the clubhouse to provide a refreshed, modernized experience for its members and guests. The renovation, which includes the expansion of both the bar and dining areas, will open the back of the dining space to panoramic views of the lake and golf course. The exterior will also see a transformation, with the addition of ample seating on the upper and lower terraces, and a newly constructed, covered exterior bar.

June 5, 2024 ~ On day 4 of the Pure Michigan Golf Tour, Josh Richter, Senior Vice President of Golf Operations at Boyne Resorts, stops by to chat with Kevin and Tom.

In Part 2 of Episode 30, I'm joined by two of the best Oil Creek Region athletes of all-time, Steve Shingledecker and Eric Johnson. Steve Shingledecker, who hails from Franklin, Pennsylvania, serves as the Head Coach of the Men's Golf Team at Robert Morris. Returning to coach RMU after successful tenures as Director of Golf Operations at the Turn Club in Cranberry Township and Director of Golf at Nemacolin Woodlands, Shingledecker did a great job leading the team this year. Their impressive performance includes a 3rd place finish at the Carpetbagger Classic in Frederick, Maryland, a feat coincidentally following Steve's last appearance on the show. I'm just sayin'. Steve is a great coach and PGA Professional and an even better guy. In our conversation, Steve sheds light on the Colonials' season progression and the departure of key graduating players. Additionally, we delve into strategies for rebounding from a challenging hole and the benefits of encouraging children to explore multiple sports rather than specializing early. Eric Johnson is a Golf Digest Top 100 Instructor. You can find him teaching each summer at Yellowstone Golf Club in Big Sky, Montana, one of the premier private courses in the country. Eric was the Director of Instruction at Oakmont for 17 years and then for a couple at Nemacolin. Eric was fresh off playing a round at Oakmont, with Pittsburgh Brewing Company Owner Cliff Forrest. We hear about the changes they've made at Oakmont in preparation for hosting the US Open in 2025. Eric also shares his thoughts on the PGA Championship, Tiger Woods' play, and the exceptional features of Yellowstone Country Club. Eric is one of my all-time favorites and when you listen to this segment you'll understand why.

Former CPGA and current Golf Operations Coordinator for the City of Winnipeg Dave Comaskey joins the show. From being a Pro to staffing City golf courses we touch on it all. We discuss how he got into golf, growing up in Thompson, playing golf in Thompson, becoming a Pro, the original Southwood, his time at Golf Manitoba, how he ended up working for the City, what an Ops Coordinator does, staffing the City golf courses, future plans for golf in the City, the Municipal, budgets, and so much more. Enjoy!  18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here https://eighteenoverpar.podbean.com/  Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and MySpace https://linktr.ee/18overpar 

Join us for an exciting episode of Golf Talk Live - Season 12! This week on Coaches Corner, we have Jon Decker and Pete Buchanan joining us. Later in the show, Ted's excited to have Ryan Snyder, PGA Director of Golf at Shangri-La Resort, as his special guest. Ryan's journey to golf is an interesting one. Growing up in South Charleston, West Virginia, he was primarily a baseball player and played sports in a highly competitive environment. However, an injury during his second year of college led him to pick up a golf club for the first time. And the rest, as they say, is history. Ryan's passion for golf grew as he focused on his studies and his game. He earned both a Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Public Administration with minors in Economics, Sociology, and Biology. He then went on to work as Director of Golf Operations for Boca Raton Resort & Club before joining the Shangri-La team as PGA Director of Golf. Don't miss out on this exciting episode of Golf Talk Live! Join us live on Thursdays from 6:00-8:00 PM Central or listen to the show on various platforms, including iTunes, Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive, and Spotify.

Another McMillan brother joins the show...this time it's Darren McMillan. He's been everywhere and now you can find him as Director of Golf Ops and Head Golf Pro at John Blumberg. Blumberg is back!! We get into how he got into golf, sibling rivalries, how he ended up down south, what brought him back home, Shooters, Selkirk, St. B, Blumberg, AVID Golf, teaching the game, his golf tips, the Muni Championship, and so much more. Enjoy!  18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here https://eighteenoverpar.podbean.com/  Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and MySpace https://linktr.ee/18overpar 

Welcome to Season 11 of Golf Talk Live! Tune in LIVE Thursday at 6:00 PM Central Joining me this week on the Coaches Corner panel: Clint Wright & John Hughes. Later in the broadcast I speak with special guest: Anthony Holder, Horseshoe Bay Resort - Director of Golf Operations. More on Anthony: Anthony Holder is Corp/Director Of Golf Operations at Horseshoe Bay Resort & Crescent Hotels & Resorts. Holder thrives on being a coach and mentor to the team. He leads with the belief that with a well-built team and a coach who genuinely cares about the success for each individual (in/out of the workplace) that any goal is achievable. This type of work environment creates a culture of hospitality that is unparalleled. A self-starter who loves finding creative solutions to overcome barriers in the workplace, Holder's key objective is to exceed the expectations of owners, guests/members, associates, and family on a daily basis. Holder joined Horseshoe Bay Resort in 2017 after a three-year run as General Manager/Director of Golf at The Westin Mission Hills Golf Resort & Spa. Holder ran golf operations for a variety of renowned luxury resorts in the Palm Springs starting in 2004. Join me LIVE Thursdays from 6:00 - 8:00PM Central http://www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive Or listen on these social media platforms:  iTunes , Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive & Spotify.

June 7, 2023 ~ Full Show. Joe Charles, Director of Instruction for the Boyne Golf Academy kicks off day 3 of the Pure Michigan Golf Tour. Senior News Analyst Lloyd Jackson discusses Detroit having the world's worst air quality today due to the Canadian wildfires. Sarah Procario, Advocacy Director for the Hemophilia Foundation of Michigan and Leader of the Michigan All Copays Count Coalition tells us about new co-pay rules. Bernie Friedrich, Director of Golf Course Renovations and Development for Boyne Golf talks golf. Craig Mauger from the Detroit News discusses Michigan lawmakers' plan to allow early voting and the possibility of a national popular vote. Tom Gillis, Professional Golfer on the PGA Tour on the uproar among PGA golfers over the LIV merger. Josh Richter, Senior Vice President of Golf Operations for Boyne Golf joins us and Rod Alberts, Executive Director of the Detroit Auto Dealers Association has some exciting news for the 2023 North American International Auto Show.

June 7, 2023 ~ Josh Richter, Senior Vice President of Golf Operations for Boyne Golf, talks with Guy Gordon on the WJR Pure Michigan Golf Tour about the great golf and amenities at The Highlands in Harbor Springs.

In this episode of the National Links Trust Podcast, we introduce our new Executive Director, Damian Cosby, PGA. Damian comes to National Links Trust with more than 20 years of experience in the golf industry. A "Class A" PGA Professional, he most recently served as the Director of Golf Operations for Cleveland Metroparks where he oversaw the system's eight golf courses including Manakiki Golf Course, a Donald Ross design, and Sleepy Hollow Golf Course, a Stanley Thompson design. Prior to his time in Cleveland, he spearheaded the highly-lauded, sustainability-focused renovation of The Preserve at Eisenhower Golf Course in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. In this interview, Damian discusses his background and journey through the golf industry and how he views municipal golf facilities as the "stewards" of the game. National Links Trust is supported by members of the Capital Club - our annual giving society. To learn more about membership visit shopnlt.com/collections/nlt-capital-club.

Hello Friends, this week was all about the Masters! The girls kept super busy this week doing their first Driving Range Session Interview with Todd Halpen, making reels for the gram, baking bread and waffles, and hiding easter eggs for their kids. There was so much to recap at the Masters! The falling trees, Scott Stallings making it to Augusta, Patrick Cantlay's pace of play, John Rahm's bathroom breaks, Tiger Woods withdrawing, Scottie Scheffler's shoes, and John Rahm's victory! We then get right into our interview with Todd Halpen, Director of Instruction at Golf Future YYC, Head of Golf Operations at Golf and Tacos, and a Board Member for the PGA of Alberta. He tells us all about his golf journey, and his passion for playing, teaching, and growing the game of golf. Be sure to follow us on Instagram! http://www.instagram.com/clubtwirlswiththegirlsHosts: Sonja and Blakely Muse:Adam Scott

A tireless advocate for French Lick, Indiana, a role model for Orange County junior golfers and dedicated grass roots PGA Professional, Dave Harner, the Director of Golf at French Lick Resort (http://www.frenchlick.com/) had been named the 2012 Indiana Section PGA Golf Professional of the Year. Harner has been a mainstay at the French Lick Resort for 45 years. He has seen the resort go from a struggling facility in an out of the way place to a thriving, decorated golf destination. He talks about the amazing journey of French Lick, going from his caddy days to being the top man in a thriving golf business. https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-harner-b285605/ Connect with Joe Langton and Automating Success: Website: http://AutomatingSuccess.net TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@automatingsuccess Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/AutomatingSuccess YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@automatingsuccess

After years of being a golf professional at various clubs in Scotland Michael McAllan now resides at Nairn Golf Club. Nairn Golf Club is ranked #20 in Scotland and #3 in Northern Scotland. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/travelroyally/support

July 22, 2022 ~ Full Episode. Guy finishes out the week at Boyne's Tournament of Champions with Josh Richter, Senior Vice President of Golf Operations for BOYNE Resorts, Joe Charles, Director of Instruction for BOYNE Golf Academy, Ken Griffin, Director of Golf Sales and Marketing for BOYNE Golf and Jordan Young and Brian Cairns from Spin on Golf. Frank Mamat, Attorney for Associated Builders and Contractors discusses their lawsuit against Governor Whitmer over prevailing wage. Former US Attorney for the Eastern District of Michigan Matthew Schneider reacts to last night's January 6th Committee hearing and State Rep Rodney Wakeman talks about his bill that would allow parents to claim their unborn babies as dependents on their taxes.

July 22, 2022 ~ Josh Richter, Senior Vice President of Golf Operations for BOYNE Resorts joins Guy live at the Tournament of Champions.

Teddy and Higgy are thrilled to welcome to the show, Mike O'Reilly the Director of Golf Operations for Whistling Straits and Blackwolf Run and he has plenty to share about these incredible golf courses during his long tenure there.  The Kohler owned property has hosted many major golf championships throughout the years, most notably Whistling Straits was the location for The Ryder Cup in 2021! A worldwide major sporting event that Mike was blessed to have spent a great deal of time preparing for and helping execute the unforgettable event. It was an amazing spectacle that none of us will forget any time soon!   Mike was excited to share that they've recently made some updates to the golf courses as well. They've opened up a beautiful 10-hole, par 3 golf course and a fun 18-hole putting course. Both have been enjoyed by legions of players and have really opened up the number of activities available at the golf resort to engage in. If you've been looking to play the golf courses at Blackwolf Run or Whistling Straits, you better book fast. They only have a few tee times left this year and have already opened up booking for 2023.  Throughout our conversation, Mike shares his sage advice when attempting to play the golf course for the first time and reveals what to expect when you visit the area. Mike has a shared love of the game of golf, but more importantly, he loves the community that he lives & has worked in for over 25 years! A fascinating conversation where both Teddy & Higgy learn quite a bit more about the Koehler organization which creates even more eagerness to get out to Wisconsin to play these amazing golf courses for the first time! Show Notes: [01:07] Welcome Mike O'Reilly, Director of Golf at Blackwolf Run and Whistling Straits.  [02:16] Mike shares his experiences at Whistling Straits during and after The Ryder Cup.  [04:07] How their relationship with the PGA was established and continues.  [05:41] Has there been any talk of a U.S. Open at Whistling Straits?  [07:25] Hear the history of Blackwolf Run and Whistling Straits.  [09:29] They recently opened a 10-hole par three course and an 18-hole putting course. [11:23] Are they booked up this year already?  [12:40] Is it always windy there? Seems like the recent tournament stops were pretty windy. [14:35] Mike shares the must-dos you have to participate in when you visit the area and resort.  [16:50] Do they have a caddy program at their courses?  [21:12] Over a 1000 bunkers on the course? [22:42] Has Mike ever played a round without hitting a bunker?  [24:58] What advice does Mike have for navigating the courses?  [27:13] Does Teddy have a chance to reach when playing the tips?  [30:48] Mike shares some of his favorite experiences while working at the courses.  [33:03] Listen as Mike retells his history with the course. [35:32] Ted and Higgy are looking forward to playing these courses.  The Links Luckiest Golfer On Earth official website: https://luckiestgolferonearth.com/ Ted's Fundraiser to raise awareness and funding for GBS|CIDP Research: https://p2p.onecause.com/gbs-cidp-diy/ted-fenton

Tiger Woods, celebrity Bill Murray, and nine of the World's top 10 golfers are among the players in the field for the internationally recognized JP McManus Pro-Am at 2027 Ryder Cup host venue Adare Manor. Our hosts chat with Andy McMahon, Director of Golf Operations at Adare Manor, about the event, the challenges the course presents, and golf in Ireland.  This episode of the LINKS Golf Podcast is presented by Tourism Ireland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Golf Talk Live! Tune in LIVE Thursday at 6:00 PM Central Joining me this week on Coaches Corner are two great panelists: John Hughes & Jon Decker. Later, I'm joined by my special guest: Kelly O'Donnell – PGA Director of Golf Operations at Nemacolin. More on Kelly: Kelly is the PGA Director of Golf Operations at Nemacolin and a seasoned golf professional with a background in Sales, marketing, manufacturing as well as private, public and resort golf experience. 7 time PGA Section merchandiser of the year and 2016 PGA national merchandiser of the year for Resorts. Worked for Ben Hogan for 7 years and has mentored 30 + future PGA professionals and instructors. Creative and out of the box thinking for improving the guest and member experience surrounding the game of golf which is a robust and resurgent industry. Join me LIVE Thursdays from 6:00 - 8:00PM Central http://www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive Or listen on these social media platforms:  iTunes , Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive & Spotify.

June 8, 2022 ~ Josh Richter, President of Club Operations & Senior Vice President of Golf Operations at BOYNE Resorts, talks with Guy Gordon on the 2022 WJR Pure Michigan Golf Tour about the different courses golfers can enjoy.

June 6, 2022 ~ Full Show live from Pohlcat Golf Course. Dan Pohl, Director of Golf Operations at Pohlcat Golf Course kicks off our broadcast. Chris Rowley, Executive Director of the Mt. Pleasant Area Convention and Visitors Bureau highlights exciting things to do in the area. Nolan Finley, Editorial Page Editor for the Detroit News discusses Tudor Dixon emerging at the front runner for the gubernatorial nomination on the republican side after numerous candidates were disqualified from the ballot. Chris Thomas, Former Michigan Director of Elections talks about how he would have handled the signature reviews for the 5 disqualified republican gubernatorial candidates. Senior News Analyst Lloyd Jackson with the latest on James Craig's fight to appear on the ballot. Jim McElwain, Central Michigan head football coach joins the show and Senior News Analyst Marie Osborne discusses the baby formula plant in Strugis reopening.

June 6, 2022 ~ Dan Pohl, Director of Golf Operations at PohlCat Golf Course & 1982 Masters runner-up, talks with Guy Gordon on the 2022 WJR Pure Michigan Golf Tour.

June 3, 2022 ~ Tom McGee, Director of Golf Operations at Grand Traverse Resort & Spa, talks with Guy Gordon from the 2022 WJR Pure Michigan Golf Tour about the three championship courses on their property.

June 3, 2022 ~ Full Show Live from Grand Traverse Resort & Spa. Tom McGee, Director of Golf Operations at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa kicks off our broadcast. Paul Sankey, Oil Analyst for Sankey Research discusses the record high gas prices and possible action that may be taken to lower them. Lou Glazer, President and Co-Founder of Michigan Future talks about proposed legislation to expand state tax credit for low wage workers. Keith Naughton, Auto Business Reporter for Bloomberg on Ford looking to move to an online business model for their EVs. Sammie Lukaskiewicz, Vice President of Marketing and Communication at Crystal Mountain talks about what's going on at the resort. Senior News Analyst Marie Osborne recaps her conversation with Kat Delorean, daughter of John Delorean. David Hall, President and CEO of Hall Financial previews the Hall Financial Michigan Open Championship and Caroline Rizzo, Public Relations Manager for Grand Traverse Resort and Spa highlights things going on in the area.

On this episode of We Build: The Podcast, Paul Bryant, Vice President of External Relations, interviews PGA golfer, Jeff Dunovant, Director of Golf Operations at First Tee Metro Atlanta and the John A. White Park Golf Course. He's also the Chairman and President of the National Black Golf Hall of Fame. Jeff shares his family's rich history with the game of golf, following in his father's PGA footsteps, making him and his father, Harold Dunovant, the first and only Black father and son members of the PGA. You'll be captivated by the stories he shares of his family's experiences as Black golfers over the years. He expounds on his desire and passion to diversify and change the face of golf. He shares what it took to become a member of the PGA in the past, and what the process is like today. It's a fascinating interview that will leave you wanting to research more about the history of the game of golf and their father/son success in spite of it.   

Welcome back to the Swing Hard Podcast! Today I'm with Adam Bayne, our Manager of Golf Operations at Heritage Pointe Golf Golf Club. Adam is a former actor and has many interesting stories about his previous career and how he got into golf. In this podcast, we discuss Adam's role within the company, his exciting experiences, and much more.

2:54 | United Conservative MLA Leela Aheer gives her personal perspective on how government can combat systemic racism, on the heels of Ryan's interview with NDP MLA David Shepherd earlier this week. We get into "calls from inside the house" criticizing Premier Jason Kenney's leadership (in the context of his leadership review), the Brian Jean Factor, Alberta's curriculum review, and Leela's member statement yesterday on Female Genital Mutilation.  25:33 | It's a special edition of #MyJasper Memories live from Jasper, as Ryan checks in with Tahlon Sweenie, Director of Golf Operations at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge ahead of opening day at the course - May 7. Book your golf here: https://www.fairmont.com/jasper/golf/the-fairmont-jasper-park-lodge-golf/ #MyJasper Memories is presented by Tourism Jasper. Check out some of the highlights Jasper has to offer here: https://www.jasper.travel/realtalk/ 37:47 | What does Elon Musk's $44B Twitter takeover mean for users of the social media site? What are some of the potential gains and losses, and some of the stories flying under the radar? Are conversations about "free speech" on point, as the public dissects this story? Dr. Aimée Morrison of the University of Waterloo, and social media strategist Beverley Theresa lay it out.

Tyler Aki and Barry Cronin discuss the start of the golf season in Chicago we start to see the warmer weather more. Ron Cassidy, Director of Golf Operations for the Glenview Park District, joins the show to talk about the start of the golf season. Also, Tyler and Barry talk about the Zurich Classic in New Orleans.

One thing we could probably all agree on is that traditionally the golf industry is pretty resistant to change.  Look at the way we staff our golf operations with a Head Professional and X number of Assistants.  That's been the model for as long as anybody can remember.  Add to that the scope of the job for everyone on the staff from teaching some, running events, doing some merchandising, etc. It's been the same for a long time.  As we know we're either in or approaching a crisis in the golf business.  We need more Golf Professionals and while there are differing views on how we're going to find them, no one has their finger on the definitive answer.  With that said, with challenges like these come innovation and now is the time to start thinking differently about how we structure the jobs at our facilities.  At the forefront of this are two players in particular.  The first, Club Corp, isn't really known for innovating in the employment department within our industry.  The second, Retail Tribe, is dedicated to helping clubs and Golf Professionals grow their business.  The marriage between the two has created a new role for the modern Golf Professional that is revolutionizing how we view the impact a Golf Professional can make on the bottom line.  In a nutshell, as you will hear, Club Corp took traditional teaching professionals and Assistant Professionals and started incentivizing them to engage with members, develop programming, and generate excitement around the golf program.  In turn, the Professional receives a cut of membership dues, program revenue, membership retention dollars, and spend on other items at the Club.  Because they found that the more engaged a golfer is, the more the use the facility and the more they spend.  And who better to engage golfers than a PGA Professional.  It's something that when you say it out loud, you respond with “of course”.  But only now has someone stepped up and rewarded the Professional for the true impact they're making.  This model has been so successful, that Club Corp is rolling it out at every one of their facilities.  That's right, all of them.  Take the time to listen to this entire presentation that GBN hosted at the PGA Show this year.  This model has the potential to revolutionize how Golf Professionals work and could save the industry in a time of crisis.  Yes, it's that powerful.  Here's GBN's presentation with Ian James, the CEO of Retail Tribe, Mark Gore, the Sr. Vice President of Golf Operations at Club Corp, and Matt Anzalone, the Regional Vice President of Player Development at Club Corp.

With cohost Tanner Sandel missing the show due to some voice issues, Connor Hendrickson made the trip to Kenny Perry's Country Creek to sit down with Mr. Marty Sharer, Director of Golf Operations at the Country Creek. Marty has a rich history with the facility and has some great stories to tell. Tune in as we look forward to our event, #TheBarnBurner at Kenny Perry's, and answer some questions from our Instagram followers. Thank you for listening, and please enjoy this episode of Dialed In, presented by GolfRX.

In this episode we are joined by Rosapenna Golf Resort's Director of Golf Frank Casey Junior, Clyde Johnson from Cunnin Golf Design and Ally McIntosh our regular architecture contributor. Frank Casey has been steeped in Irish golf ever since his mother and father bought the Rosapenna Golf Resort in the early 1980's. An accomplished golfer in his own right, Frank has led the Golf Operations team at Rosapenna since 2005. He has travelled far and wide and brought many of those experiences back to Downings to the benefit of visiting golfers and members alike. Clyde Johnson is a course designer, shaper and finisher extraordinaire. Clyde first saw the St. Patrick's site back in 2009 as he looked longingly over the fence from the Old Tom Morris course. Mr Johnson was intimately involved in the development of the St Patrick's project from the initial mow out of fairways in 2018 right through to desiging, building and photographing the site. We are tremendously excited to present the St Patrick's Links story for your enjoyment! Please remember to follow us on twitter @firmandfastgolf, please subscribe and comment on your preferred podcast stream. During the pod we mention the website for the original St Patrick's Golf Links Hackett/O'Haire development, this site can be found by following the link below: http://www.stpatricksgolflinks.com Just in case you don't get the Father Ted reference, made during the pod, about small and far away, please find the Youtube link to the relevant sketch below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vh5kZ4uIUC0 Special Guests: Ally McIntosh, Clyde Johnson, and Frank Casey Jnr.

Jeff Plotts joins JMN at TPC Sawgrass to discuss this year's tournament, the preparations that go into the preparing the event grounds, and how they handle things like this week's uncooperative weather.

Joined by Kelly O'Donnell- Director of Golf Operations at Nemacolin. The Texas native who worked directly for Ben Hogan tells us all about the incredible Resort. Hideki's shot of the year so far to win the Sony Open and a preview of the Amex & Abu Dhabi HSBC. Na/Murray's Feud, Draft Kings Contest and they See The Line with Draft Kings with some favorites, longshots, matchup plays and Top 10's. And remember- Cynch- Propane Grill Tank Home Delivery- New Customers Use Code SWING to get your first Tank for just $10! Give it a listen!Thank you to our Sponsors: Comcast Business, Cynch, Arnold Palmer Spiked!, X-Golf Garnet-Valley, Draft Kings Sportsbook, Dr. Glat- Philly's Leading Hair Restoration Doctor.

Golf is back at Grand Traverse Resort and Spa! After a short 14-week off-season, The Bear and The Wolverine are open for the 2021 season. The Resort's Director of Golf Operations and Director of Golf & Grounds talk about what it takes to get the courses ready, upcoming golf events, and what makes each of our three championship courses so unique. Looking to spend more time outside? Traverse City Tourism shares their message on the different ways you can experience wide open spaces throughout northern Michigan. The great outdoors are always open in Traverse City!

The Education Committee is happy to present the fourth episode in our new Podcast series featuring various PGA of Alberta Members. Our fourth guest will be Mr. Tahlon Sweenie who is the Director of Golf Operations at Jasper Park Lodge GC. He will be discussing a variety of topics which include, his life, journey in the golf industry and what it's like working at, operating and bringing success to a highly renowned resort course. Our Host today is Troy Mills of Jasper Park Lodge GC & PGA of Alberta Education Committee Member.

This week's edition of the podcast was recorded at BTME 2020, where Curtis Tyrrell CGCS MG spoke to Tony Hanson and Addison Barden about water usage on golf courses and the challenges turf managers will face in future about resource availability.   Curtis Tyrrell CGCS MG was course superintendent for the 2012 Ryder Cup at Medinah. He's now director of agronomy at Desert Highlands in Arizona and is the host of the Course Reports podcast.    Tony Hanson is managing director of Environmental Solutions International and has been involved in leisure facility management and commercial property for over 30 years. Tony Spent many years as Property and Environmental manager at The Facilities Management Group, working with clients on commercial property, environmental reviews and project implementation for individual properties and portfolios.    Addison Barden is an agronomist in the USGA Green Section's Southeast Region based in the Peachtree City, Ga., office. Most recently, he was golf course superintendent of the West Course at Westchester Country Club in Rye, N.Y. He has additional experience at North Jersey Country Club in Wayne, N.J., and at golf courses in the Southeast. During graduate school, he was a graduate teaching assistant at Auburn University while he obtained his master's degree in entomology. His Bachelor of Science degree in agronomy and soils, with an emphasis in turfgrass management, also is from Auburn University. ICL Continue to Learn Scholarship BIGGA in conjunction with ICL have developed a scholarship opportunity for BIGGA Members. The ICL Continue to Learn Scholarship offers five BIGGA members the opportunity to attend the Continue to Learn at BTME education programme. The scholarship, worth approximately £500, comprises three nights hotel accommodation and 15 hours of education. Applications for the ICL Continue to Learn Scholarship 2021 are now open. BIGGA Annual Photographic Competition The theme for this year's annual photographic competition is you, the greenkeeper. We're looking for photographs that showcase the very best of what it means to work on a golf course. Find out more and enter the competition here. Podcast The Green Room Golf Course Podcast is produced by Karl Hansell on behalf of the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association. For questions, comments or concerns, you can get in touch by emailing karl@bigga.co.uk. You can also join the conversation on social media using @GreenRoomBIGGA on Twitter we've also got a Facebook page where all the latest notices, news releases and information from BIGGA can be found. We're also on Instagram using @BIGGA_HQ. Subscribe and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. The more people know about the sports turf industry, the more understanding they will have about the hard work of BIGGA members and other greenkeepers. If you'd like to get in contact about any other aspect of your BIGGA membership, including member benefits, support, or learning and development, call 01347 833800 or email info@bigga.co.uk You can also get more information about BIGGA and how it can improve your career and your course by heading to our website.