JOSHUA WOJTASZCZYK
** ********** ******* **** *****: 716-***-****
Lancaster, New York 14086 Email:
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CAREER PROFILE
. Operated a facility-owned golf shop with sales of more than $150,000
yielding a 20% profit margin
. Owned and managed a golf merchandise concession with $60,000 to $70,000
in sales
. Devised an innovative "125" member incentive program for purchasing golf
merchandise
. Trained and supervised a staff of several employees including PGA
apprentices using motivational strategies that encouraged people to work
together who had not done so before
. Managed daily golf operations in consultation with the Course
Superintendent as well as Food and Beverage Director featuring a "run
down" board promoting communication among staff members
. Utilized a variety of software including JONAS POS system and the GHIN
Handicap and Tournament software
. Organized outside events for charity helping the local community in its
fundraising endeavors
. Hosted a segment on a local TV station promoting a facility and club
membership
. Increased club membership by 15% using a timely, follow-up system
. Coordinated membership billing
. Hosted a demo-event weekend coordinating multiple vendor presentations
with a member tournament, club fitting sessions and a family picnic
. Taught lessons to players of all abilities using a "flag" system for
questions and concerns
. Designed and implemented a golf instructional program for juniors -
Step Up to the Tee
. Ensured proper appearance and maintenance of golf carts resulting in a
10% gain in car use
. Presented member seminars on various topics: grooming the greens,
upcoming events, golfing tips, etc.
. Wrote a monthly feature titled The Lesson Tee for a club's newsletter
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
PGA Teaching Professional
2009
Golf Galaxy Incorporated, Buffalo, New York
Specialized golf retail store
Director of Golf/Head Golf Professional
2008
River Oaks Golf Course, Grand Island, New York
18 hole, private course designed by Desmond Muirhead; 20,000 annual rounds
Head Golf Professional
2006-2007
Birkdale Golf Club, Chesterfield, Virginia
18 hole, semi-private course designed by Dan Maples; 35,000 annual rounds
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Assistant Golf Professional
1998-2005
Orchard Park Country Club, Orchard Park NY
18-hole, private course designed by William J. Travis; 18,000 annual rounds
The Park Club of Buffalo, Williamsville, NY
18-hole, private course designed by Colt and Alison; 22,000 annual rounds
Westwood Country Club, Williamsville, NY
18-hole, private course designed by Colt and Alison; 17,000 annual rounds
The Fox Valley Club, Lancaster, NY
18-hole, private course designed by Tim Davis; 25,000 annual rounds
Glen Oak Golf Course, East Amherst, NY
18-hole, public course designed by Robert Trent Jones; 24,000 annual rounds
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
PGA Continuing Education Credits 2002-
2010
PGA of America
2002
Professional Golf Management Program
The Golf Academy of America, Orlando, Florida
1997
Accredited by the Council for Independent Colleges and Schools
Specialized AAS Degree in Golf Complex Operations and Management
Microcomputer Applications Verbal
Communication
Attitude and Motivation Food and
Beverage Control
Business Writing Turf Management
Calligraphy Golf Club Design and
Repair
Health Science and Safety Sales Promotion
Rules of Golf Methods of Teaching
Golf Fundamentals History of Golf
Instruction
Tournament Golf Advanced Rules of Golf
Introduction to Business Business Law
Accounting Financial Management
Automated Pro Shop Management Human
Resource Management
Golf Shop Management Sports Psychology
Golf Club Fitting and Merchandising Country
Club Management
Organization and Administration of Resort Sports Clinic
Planning
Short Game and Putting Techniques
Advanced Golf Techniques
Anatomy, Exercise and Biomechanics
Advanced Club Repair
AFFILIATIONS
Class "A" PGA Member, Professional Golfers' Association of America
Western New York PGA Section
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