Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Volunteer / Community Engagement
Coaching/ Leadership Experience
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Mariah  Kuranga, PGA, LPGA,TPI

Mariah Kuranga, PGA, LPGA,TPI

Brunswick,Georgia

Summary

Highly motivated PGA Professional with a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at providing outstanding member and guest service, coordinating golf operations, and supporting large-scale tournaments and events. Demonstrates consistent performance in high-volume golf environments, managing 75,000+ rounds annually while fostering an engaging, professional atmosphere.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Golf Professional

Sea Island Resort
Saint Simons Island, GA
11.2021 - Current

90,000–100,000 rounds annually.

  • Drove a 50% increase in weekly participation for our Lady Golf Association, and a 20% growth in event offerings through innovative, inclusive programming.
  • Consistently manage 190 ladies through golf outings, tournaments, and ladies' play from day to day.
  • Contributed to the golf shop’s success and, overall, $4 million in annual revenue, increasing member engagement, traffic, and loyalty through events and instruction.
  • Coordinated over 30 successful corporate group outings to increase the client base and retain customer clientele.
  • Worked in the office to answer phones, provide information to callers, and schedule tee times.
  • Supervised play pace to promote a positive and memorable experience for players on the golf course.
  • Scheduled tee times for guests, optimizing course usage, and enhancing the guest experience.

Intern

Oak Hill Country Club
Rochester, NY
05.2021 - 10.2021

45,000–50,000 rounds annually.

  • Assisted with cleaning and setting up over 100 carts for daily use.
  • Assisted with setting up 12 stations and breaking down the range for guests and members.
  • Assisted with tournament operations, such as Member Guest and Member-Member.
  • Instructed youth in golf fundamentals and techniques during practice sessions.
  • Lead and Instructed employee golf clinic to promote a fun and engaging atmosphere.

Intern

King Collins Golf Course Design
Homer , NE
07.2020 - 08.2020

Newly Constructed Golf Course- Landmand Golf Course

  • Constructed drainage system and bunkers for a 2.5 million dollar project.
  • Learned to operate excavator and skid steer loader to incorporate safe practices.
  • Ensured proper safety protocols were followed when operating machinery or performing manual labor.

Shop Attendant

Methodist University Golf Course
Fayetteville, NC
08.2017 - 05.2020

7,000-10,000 Rounds Annually

  • Set up and maintained 5-6 store displays and kept the pro-shop in an organized fashion for members and guest
  • Created successful strategies to develop and expand customer sales increasing sales by 20%.
  • Stocked shelves with merchandise and replenished inventory as needed.

Intern

Sand Valley Golf Resort
Nekoosa, WI
06.2018 - 08.2018

60,000-70,000 Rounds Annually

  • Caddied for over 20 dream golf executives.
  • Shadowed the General Manager and Superintendent to learn about the daily operation of maintaining a golf course.
  • Assisted with storing guest luggage and golf bags and transporting them to their rooms.

Intern

Savanna Golf Club
Port Saint Lucie, FL
06.2018 - 08.2018

25,000-30,000 Rounds Annually

  • Managed pace of place to ensure rounds are completed in 4.5 hours or less.
  • Aided in the preparation of golf tournaments to ensure proper marking of the golf course.
  • Operated point-of-sale system for transaction processing and customer service.
  • Performed daily closing functions and maintained accountability for shift-closing reports.

Education

Level 3 TPI Golf Certified
Carlsbad, CA
11-2023

LPGA Class A
01-2023

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management

Methodist University
Fayetteville, NC
12.2022

PGA Class A
01-2022

Skills

Thank you very much for organizing our golf outing, for also playing with us, and for the nice gesture of showing up on the first tee on day two All of my guests were very impressed with you, and that is indeed what makes Sea Island special to me, and all of my guests recognize that we are in the process of organizing another trip, and everyone wants to come back

-Sea Island Member

Mariah Kuranga was our golf concierge, and she did an outstanding job the entire length of our stay She is to be commended for her efforts and ability to be on the ball, as needed

-Sea Island Resort Guest

Mariah, thank you so much for your soft-spoken kindness in helping our group have a great golf experience, it is appreciated

-Sea Island Resort Guest

Dear Mariah, you saved me from losing my phone and having to buy a new one I can't thank you enough for your help the other day, and you went above and beyond by going out in the rain the day before

-Oak Hill Country Club Member

Mariah, you are the kind of young woman that Oak Hill should be proud of, hard work, a great smile, a charming personality, and being grateful will take you far in this wonderful world

- Oak Hill Country Club Member

I heard you are going to another job in a different state, and I just wanted to tell you I will miss you You are the best golf coach ever!

-Oak Hill Country Club Member

Best caddie we had on the whole trip, went above and beyond!

- Sand Valley Resort Guest

Mariah was a pleasure to work with! nice person

-Sand Valley Resort Guest

Accomplishments

  • U.S Kids Certified Coach 1- Jan 2023
  • U.S. Kids Certified Coach 2-Jan 2023
  • Journalist for PGA of America- Dec 2020
  • PGA Works Scholarship - Dec 2019

Volunteer / Community Engagement

Golden Isles First Tee & Boys & Girls Club

  • Certified coach teaching golf and life skills to youth, emphasizing key skills such as honesty, integrity, and perseverance
  • Conduct lessons in classrooms, simulators, and regional clinics.
  • Partner with Boys & Girls Clubs to introduce children to golf for the first time, creating engaging and inclusive experiences.
  • Assisted with officer election and check in at Carolina’s PGA Merchandise Show
  • Organized over 200 Donations for Orphans of Kenya Project
  • Representative for Model United Nations Charlotte
  • Provided a memorable prom night experience for guest of the Tim Tebow’s Night to Shine Foundation

Coaching/ Leadership Experience

COACHING & LEADERSHIP HIGHLIGHTS

  • Increased membership through our Lady Association by 30% in two years, fostering community among women golfers.
  • I serve as the lead assistant for our Ladies’ Golf Program at Sea Island which currently serves 190 women, with participation growing each year.
  • Created teaching clinic for our Lady Niners to accommodate all skill levels and provide social engagement opportunities.
  • Lead our weekly nine-hole play which occurs every Tuesday and Friday, attracting 30–70 participants, with an 18-hole league offered for competitive play.
  • Monthly outings drawing 60–70 participants, featuring creative formats such as par-three contests, longest drive, straightest shot challenges, nine and wine and fun activities like hitting marshmallows off the tee.
  • Assisted with high-profile events including the 100 Hole Marathon, Sea Island Women’s Amateur, and Ladies Member-Guest, boosting visibility and engagement.
  • Supported the Junior Club Championship, bridging youth and adult participation.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Golf Professional

Sea Island Resort
11.2021 - Current

Intern

Oak Hill Country Club
05.2021 - 10.2021

Intern

King Collins Golf Course Design
07.2020 - 08.2020

Intern

Sand Valley Golf Resort
06.2018 - 08.2018

Intern

Savanna Golf Club
06.2018 - 08.2018

Shop Attendant

Methodist University Golf Course
08.2017 - 05.2020

Level 3 TPI Golf Certified

Bachelor of Science - Accounting And Business Management

Methodist University

LPGA Class A

PGA Class A
Mariah Kuranga, PGA, LPGA,TPI