Welcome to the October 2024 issue of General Managers Monthly, brought to you by PGA Magazine. This publication provides timely and relevant information about many aspects of general management by speaking to and collaborating with PGA of America General Managers and industry experts from across the country.
Stefan Brunt, the 2023 North Florida PGA Section Merchandiser of the Year for Private Facilities, multi-year Northern Chapter Special Awards winner and PGA of America General Manager at Sawgrass Country Club in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.
Jaxon Harvey, the PGA of America General Manager at Seminole Legacy Golf Club in Tallahassee, Florida, shares his efforts to exceed member and guest expectations.
We detail how Derrick Dixon, PGA of America General Manager at Briggs Ranch Golf Club in San Antonio, Texas; Jesse Mueller, PGA of America General Manager at Grand Canyon University Golf Course in Phoenix, Arizona; and Jay Larscheid, PGA of America General Manager at Apache Wells Country Club in Mesa, Arizona, are creating a welcoming culture for members, customers and staff.
Jason Nalepa, Superintendent at Wiltwyck Golf Club in Kingston, New York, discusses the importance of fall aeration and course winterization to present a pristine golf course for his members and guests next spring.
Rob Anderson, the PGA of America General Manager at Old Memorial Golf Club in Tampa, Florida, tells us how he fosters an atmosphere of teamwork and camaraderie among his staff.
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We thank this group of PGA of America Golf Professionals and industry experts for sharing their time and knowledge and look forward to continually growing this collaborative resource. We also thank our partners in this endeavor – 2Hemispheres, Avendra, Bioesque Solutions, Concert Golf Partners, E-Z-GO, Fiberbuilt, FlagD, Full Swing, Golf Genius Software, IZON Technology, Sister Bay Furniture, SKIM Turf Management, Technogym and The Cart Locker – for their continued support. All the best!