Burke Villenauve
Nocatee,FL
Summary
Soon-to-be graduate of Ohio State's Professional Golf Management program with extensive hands-on internship experience. Dedicated to delivering exceptional golf experiences, eager to bring my skills and knowledge, while learning from industry leaders, to a dynamic role as an assistant professional.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Golf Professional
St. Johns Golf Club
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Assisted in golf shop and outside operations, oversaw league management, and conducted lessons/clinics for various skill levels
- Assisted with the procurement and inventory management of diverse product lines
- Shadowed and actively contributed to tournament organization and operations for PGA chapter events
- Resolved challenging customer relations issues, demonstrating exceptional service skills and adaptation to a new facility environment
- Participated in marketing strategy development and contributed to the production of promotional videos to highlight in-shop products
- Gained hands-on experience by shadowing and assisting in club fittings, golf lessons, and demo day events
Assistant Golf Professional
Muirfield Village Golf Club
05.2023 - 12.2024
- Managed merchandising, tournament operations, starter/ranger duties, instructional clinics for all ages and genders, and golf shop operations
- Engaged with members and guests daily, fostering strong customer relationships and enhancing overall club experience
- Shadowed the Head Professional, Superintendent, and General Manager gain comprehensive insight into club operations
- Supervised and mentored other interns during the second summer, developing leadership and staff management skills
- Assisted in the planning and execution of two PGA tournaments, gaining hands-on experience in large-scale event coordination and preparation
- Planned, coordinated, and led a four-day junior golf clinic during the summer, providing instruction and skill development for young golfers
PGM Intern
Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Gained comprehensive knowledge of golf course operations by working in the golf shop, as a starter, and in the cart barn
- Shadowed management in developing monthly and yearly budget projections, gaining insight into financial planning
- Enhanced communication and hospitality skills while managing high-volume play of 50,000 rounds per year
- Provided weekly lessons to a young golfer, fostering their introduction to the game and skill development
- Developed strong teamwork and adaptability by learning from management and coworkers in a fast-paced environment
Small Business Entrepreneurship Intern
Labelmatch
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Analyzed and created over 10,000 products for e-com sales
- Worked deeply with excel, shopify, and netsuite
- Completed a variety of projects including product creation, launch, and improvement
- Helped increase SEO ranking on google to boost visits, sales, and ROI
Education
Degree - Professional Golf Management, Business Minor
Ohio State University
Columbus, OH05-2025
Skills
- Strong Communication
- Customer Service
- Management
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-solving
- Time Management
- Microsoft
Certification
Level 1 Golf Genius
Timeline
Assistant Golf Professional
St. Johns Golf Club
01.2025 - 04.2025
Assistant Golf Professional
Muirfield Village Golf Club
05.2023 - 12.2024
PGM Intern
Ellsworth Meadows Golf Club
05.2022 - 08.2022
Small Business Entrepreneurship Intern
Labelmatch
01.2021 - 08.2021
Degree - Professional Golf Management, Business Minor
Ohio State University
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