Bryson Hotchkiss
Sheridan,WY
Summary
Dynamic and service-driven PGA professional with 22 years of private-club success. Expertise includes operations management, instruction, retail strategy, tournament programming, and staff leadership. Recognized for elevating member experience, developing teams, and achieving strong financial results. Skilled in navigating complex challenges, optimizing processes, and cultivating positive workplace cultures. Known for adaptability, effective communication, and strong decision-making abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager
The Powder Horn Golf Club
Sheridan, WY
05.2022 - Current
- Provide executive leadership over all club operations with a $6.86 M annual budget, including golf, agronomy, F&B, and member services; closely align financial performance with Troon standards and ownership objectives.
- Partner directly with the Director of Golf on all high‑profile member tournaments and programming, enhancing player experience, operational efficiency, and event prestige.
- Drove a $78 K increase in golf‑department NOI since 2022 while strategically reducing total‑club NOI by $844 K through cost control, staff alignment, and improved departmental collaboration.
- Spearheaded refinements to weekly men’s golf programming and introduced multiple new social and playing events to strengthen member participation and revenue streams.
- Founded a Member–Employee Golf Series drawing 80 + participants each session, fostering camaraderie across all departments and enhancing staff‑member connectivity.
- Instituted winter team‑building and leadership training, a first for the club, to reinforce culture, retention, and cross‑functional support.
- Conduct monthly financial reviews, mentor department heads in budget creation and forecasting, and present performance metrics to Troon VP and ownership.
- Oversaw implementation of a member‑survey platform to guide service improvements and reinforce a culture of accountability and continual enhancement.
- Maintain an approachable, supportive leadership presence across the operation, cultivating a professional environment where associates thrive and communication is open.
Assistant General Manager/Assistant Head Golf Professional
The Ridge at Castle Pines North
Castle Pines, CO
03.2018 - 04.2022
- Directed all golf operations, retail, instruction, and tournament programming for a premier 27‑hole facility under Troon Golf management.
- Managed a $3 M operating budget and drove the success of departmental financial goals through hands‑on leadership and disciplined forecasting.
- Oversaw 7,000 + tournament rounds annually, including major member, charity, and corporate outings, ensuring elite service standards and precision execution.
- Led retail performance to record levels with $430 K + in annual merchandise sales, guided by open‑to‑buy budgeting and innovative vendor partnerships.
- Achieved prestigious AGM Platinum Golf Shop Awards (2019–2021)
- Recruited, trained, and inspired a high‑performing team of PGA professionals and shop staff; multiple assistants advanced to Head Professional roles.
- Expanded instruction and player‑development offerings for members, juniors, and women’s clinics, strengthening community engagement and lesson revenue.
- Championed cross‑department collaboration between golf, agronomy, and food & beverage teams to achieve consistent tournament quality and member satisfaction.
Skills
- Leadership and team building
- Operations management
- Relationship building
- Staff training & development
- Exceptional interpersonal communication
- P&L management
Certification
- San Diego Golf Academy Graduate (2002)
- PGA of America Class A Member (since 2009)
- Troon Leadership Program Graduate (2019–2020)
- Multiple PGA Teaching & Leadership Seminars
Timeline
General Manager
The Powder Horn Golf Club
05.2022 - Current
Assistant General Manager/Assistant Head Golf Professional
The Ridge at Castle Pines North
03.2018 - 04.2022
HONORS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
- 2025 RMSPGA Awards Committee Member
- 2024 RMSPGA Pro-Am Winner – The Powder Horn (65)
- 2019 – 2021 AGM Platinum Award Winner – The Ridge at Castle Pines
- 2016 Southwest Section PGA Merchandiser of the Year (Private) - Firerock Country Club