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Abraham Botha

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

I am a highly motivated individual who is driven to crush goals and promote growth within any
organization I am apart of. My history as a professional golfer has given me the skills to be self
motivated, organized, relentless in process and determined to win. I have proven my sales skills by
constantly surpassing weekly commission goals/targets in any sales role I have been in. I am a fast
learner, financially motivated and very coachable. I love a challenge and overcoming adversity. My
aim is to grow within a company and build a lifetime career. I have proven to be an asset to any
organization I am apart of. I value my time and the time of my employers. I am married and am a expecting father. I am looking for an opportunity to grow with the organization.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Golf Professional

Whitestone Golf Club
08.2023 - Current

- Oversee daily operations, course operations, event coordination, Catering, and member relations.

- Maintain professionalism while building positive company culture

- Assisted with all corporate /entertainment level tournaments

- Conducted weekly sales meetings to ensure 5 star service

-Hired, trained, scheduled, and supervised Cart Attendants, Food and Beverage Workers, Beverage Cart Attendants, Assistant Golf Professionals

-Boosted pro shop sales with strategic inventory management and strong supplier relationships.

-Promoted a welcoming environment to attract new members, resulting in steady club growth.

-Developed and managed successful golf tournaments, ensuring a positive atmosphere for participants.

-Provided professional development opportunities for staff, enhancing their skills and knowledge within the golf industry.

-Coordinated seasonal leagues and social events tailored towards varying age groups within our membership base.

-Enhanced member experience through personalized instruction and tailored golf programs.

-Increased membership retention rates with exceptional customer service and consistent communication efforts.

-Improved golf course operations by implementing efficient scheduling and staff management techniques.

-Managed relationships with key vendors effectively to secure optimal pricing on products and services used throughout the club.

-Cultivated strong relationships within the local community, fostering goodwill and raising awareness about the club''s offerings.

-Evaluated course design elements regularly, making recommendations for improvements that enhanced playing experiences for members.

-Managed budgets effectively, optimizing resource allocation to minimize costs without sacrificing quality or member satisfaction.

-Train and supervised staff to consistently meet performance goals and customer service standards.

National Account Director

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01.2017 - 02.2020

-Sold Disaster recovery and back up for cloud storage to fortune 500 Companies
-Generated leads by cold calling and brand awareness
-Mitigated entire sales transaction
-Ability to classify A, B and C clients
-Conducted onsite sales visits
-Established relationship with C-suite members to ensure customer needs are met while nursing
relationships.
-Corporate pro for company entertained all clients in golf outings while building business relationships

First Assistant Golf Professional

RattleSnake Point Golf Club
01.2014 - 12.2017

- Oversaw daily operations, course operations, event coordination, Catering, and member relations.
- Maintained professionalism while tending to celebrity members
- Ran weekly junior camps along with elite golf instruction.
- Assisted with all corporate /entertainment level tournaments
- Conducted weekly sales meetings to ensure 5 star service
- In good standing membership with PGA of Canada Level 3
-Competed in multiple PGA Canada events along with mini tour
- Attended quarterly Clublink corporate training seminars

-In charge of Mens and Ladies Year Long League and other club events (couples 9&DINE )

-Hired, trained, scheduled, and supervised Cart Attendants, Food and Beverage Workers, Beverage Cart Attendants, Assistant Golf Professionals and Clubhouse Attendants.

Academy Attendant/Assistant Professional

Glen Abbey Golf Club
01.2007 - 12.2012

- Assisted with all daily operations with Academy
- Set up all Trackman /Video and take down for staffed coaches
- Assisted with Team Canada Junior programs
- On staff with Taylormade
- Caddied in 2 RBC Canadian Open held at Glen Abbey
- Assisted with corporate events/ member events for club

-Receive and record daily receipts utilizing a point of sale system for green fees, rent golf carts, merchandise; sell golf equipment; balance cash drawer and prepare daily deposits of daily money received.

-Accepting tee time reservations utilizing ezsuite tee sheet and monitor play on golf course to ensure pace of play and customer satisfaction.

Education

High School Diploma -

Orchard Park
Hamilton Ontario Canada

Skills

  • Golf instruction expertise
  • Food and Beverage Operations
  • Team Building and Leadership
  • Staff Training and Development

Timeline

Head Golf Professional

Whitestone Golf Club
08.2023 - Current

National Account Director

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01.2017 - 02.2020

First Assistant Golf Professional

RattleSnake Point Golf Club
01.2014 - 12.2017

Academy Attendant/Assistant Professional

Glen Abbey Golf Club
01.2007 - 12.2012

High School Diploma -

Orchard Park
Abraham Botha