Gary James Bertoldo
Niceville
Summary
Driven by discipline, curiosity, and a passion for continuous growth, I bring the mindset of a professional athlete into every business challenge. I’ve built a career that blends analytical thinking with real-world leadership. I enjoy solving complex problems, improving processes, and helping teams perform at their best. Certified Professional RSPA Tennis Coach, focused on teaching and inspiring others through sport while promoting an active lifestyle. Dedicated to continuous growth and the pursuit of excellence in all endeavors.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
Bertoldo Tennis Academy LLC
01.2021 - Current
- Directed tennis operations at Swift Creek, including clinics, private lessons, and tournaments.
- Grew programs from inception since 2021, engaging 85 juniors and 55 adults weekly.
- Managed scheduling for one full-time and two part-time employees to optimize productivity.
- Coordinated social events and challenge ladders to enhance community engagement.
- Oversaw client communications and developed new lead pipelines for increased participation.
Tennis Professional
West Chop Club
Martha’s Vineyard
01.2024 - Current
- Dedicated 40-45 hours weekly on court as independent contractor.
- Conducted adult and junior clinics alongside community outreach programs.
- Managed regular private lesson clientele, enhancing skills and performance.
- Served as pro-shop racket technician, executing restringing and repair tasks efficiently.
President
RSPA Region 1 - FL
Panhandle
01.2026 - Current
- Manage and facilitate the growth and promotion of racquet sports and RSPA certification awareness in the panhandle of Florida.
- Organize and plan regional meetings, educational days and networking events for RSPA and local coaches to initiate brainstorming and awareness idea’s for growing racket sport participation for all clubs and communities.
- Planned brainstorming sessions with local coaches to generate ideas for increasing club and community engagement.
Director of Tennis
Cliff Drysdale Tennis Management Inc.
Niceville
04.2014 - 01.2021
- Managed all operations of tennis facility, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Hired, trained, supervised, and evaluated staff across departments.
- Maintained relationships with 300+ club members, increasing membership by 25% from 2014-2020.
- Boosted junior tennis programming revenue and participation by 70% from 2014-2020.
- Directed annual USTA $15k Futures tournament for five consecutive years from 2014-2018.
- Instructed weekly adult clinics and junior programs while building a regular lesson clientele.
- Coordinated bi-weekly staff meetings to train and develop mid-level managers.
- Established partnerships with local businesses and schools to expand outreach and recruit new members.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Lander University
Greenwood, South Carolina, USA04.2012
Skills
- Tennis instruction and racket repair
- Program development and event coordination
- Membership growth and customer engagement
- Staff management and team building
- Performance analysis and strategic planning
- Problem resolution and process improvements
- Financial management and time management
Accomplishments
- USPTA / RSPA Certified Pro
- Safe Play & CPR Certified
- Tennis Director of the Year Award 2017
- Economics & Finance Award - Top of graduating class (April 2012)
- Safe Play & CPR Certified
- Tennis Director of the Year Award 2017
- Economics & Finance Award - Top of graduating class (April 2012)
Timeline
President
RSPA Region 1 - FL
01.2026 - Current
Tennis Professional
West Chop Club
01.2024 - Current
CEO
Bertoldo Tennis Academy LLC
01.2021 - Current
Director of Tennis
Cliff Drysdale Tennis Management Inc.
04.2014 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
Lander University