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Kent Smith

Madison

Summary

PGA Golf professional skilled in managing golf operations, enhancing player experiences, and driving membership growth. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, ensuring adaptability to changing needs. Expertise in lesson planning, tournament coordination, and customer service. Known for leadership, reliability, and effective communication.

Overview

35
35
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Golf Professional

Whisper Lake Country Club
01.2024 - Current
  • Developed and managed successful golf tournaments, ensuring a positive atmosphere for participants.
  • Increased membership retention rates with exceptional customer service and consistent communication efforts.
  • Provided professional development opportunities for staff, enhancing their skills and knowledge within the golf industry.
  • Improved golf course operations by implementing efficient scheduling and staff management techniques.
  • Managed budgets effectively, optimizing resource allocation to minimize costs without sacrificing quality or member satisfaction.

GM/Head Golf Professional

Vicksburg Country Club
03.2019 - 03.2021
  • Delivered exceptional customer experiences through personalized service offerings tailored to individual preferences.
  • Fostered a positive work environment to improve team morale and productivity levels.
  • Reduced costs with thorough budget analysis and strategic financial planning.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.

Head Golf Professional

Clear Creek Golf Club
03.2005 - 03.2019
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.

Head Golf Professional

Vicksburg Country Club
03.1990 - 03.2005
  • Managed entire Golf Operation.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.

Education

BBA - Marketing

University of MS
Oxford, MS
05-1983

Skills

  • Gulf States PGA Section Champion 1998
  • Participant in Deposit Guaranty PGA Event
  • Golf instruction expertise
  • Golf course maintenance
  • Merchandising and inventory control
  • Tournament operations management

Timeline

Head Golf Professional

Whisper Lake Country Club
01.2024 - Current

GM/Head Golf Professional

Vicksburg Country Club
03.2019 - 03.2021

Head Golf Professional

Clear Creek Golf Club
03.2005 - 03.2019

Head Golf Professional

Vicksburg Country Club
03.1990 - 03.2005

BBA - Marketing

University of MS

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