
Summary of Qualifications
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Rising turf management leader with experience at prestigious clubs and community recreational facilities in the Northeastern United States, who works collaboratively with colleagues and club and community leaders to deliver exceptional conditions that exceed expectations
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Strong ability to recruit and retain top talent in the industry; establishes strong relationships and meets needs of employees which encourages motivation and high-quality output
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Solution-focused problem-solver who enjoys staying up to date on new and emerging technology and best practices to develop and implement plans to enhance an organization as a whole
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Committed industry professional as proven through leadership involvement in such programs as Green Start Academy and serving as the volunteer head groundskeeper at a local dog park
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Significant experience managing and troubleshooting Rain Bird irrigation systems
Turf Management Experience
Senior Assistant Superintendent
3/2021 – Present
Vesper Country Club | Tyngsboro, MA
18-hole private family-oriented club, established in 1875 with golf added in 1895. Donald Ross added 9 holes and redesigned the existing 9 in 1919. Ranked in the Top 200 classic golf courses by Golfweek. Renovated in 2008 by Brian Silva, who also developed the current multi-year master plan. Course includes A1/A4 Bentgrass greens, tees, and fairways and a mixed stand of rough. Hosts 30,000-32,000 rounds annually with a seasonal crew reaching 35 in peak season.
Assistant Superintendent
1/2019 – 3/2021
Belmont Country Club | Belmont, MA
18-hole,1918 Donald Ross design restored by Craig Schreiner in 2005, with a current multi-year master plan being developed in collaboration with Brian Silva; the club boasts the most perfectly manicured course in the Metro Boston area, with Greenwich Velvet greens and one of the best practice areas in Massachusetts.