Mark Monroe
Springfield,Missouri
Summary
Eager Golf Professional/Golf Instructor with 25 years of experience. Successful at budgeting and planning special events with extensive understanding of instruction and equipment fitting. Adept at cart maintenance and increasing retail profits.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Golf Professional
Branson Hills Golf Club
02.2024 - Current
- Oversaw training of services staff and other day-to-day activities on driving range.
- Managed pro shop operations to ensure efficient inventory control, merchandising, and sales performance.
- Optimized daily operations by maintaining accurate records of green fees, cart rentals, memberships, tournament registrations, and other transactions.
- Coordinated junior golf programs to promote interest in the sport among younger generations.
Assistant Golf Professional/Player Services/Caddy
Naples National Golf Club Inc
10.2014 - Current
- Oversaw training of services staff and other day-to-day activities on driving range.
- Managed pro shop operations to ensure efficient inventory control, merchandising, and sales performance.
- Optimized daily operations by maintaining accurate records of green fees, cart rentals, memberships, tournament registrations, and other transactions.
- Coordinated junior golf programs to promote interest in the sport among younger generations.
Yoga Instructor/Studio Owner
Sumits Yoga
10.2008 - Current
- Educated clients on the benefits of a consistent yoga practice for stress reduction, improved flexibility, and overall mental clarity.
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
- Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support.
Assistant Golf Professional/Instructor
Fremont Hills Country Club/Blue Bay Resort
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Oversaw training of services staff and other day-to-day activities on driving range.
- Managed pro shop operations to ensure efficient inventory control, merchandising, and sales performance.
- Optimized daily operations by maintaining accurate records of green fees, cart rentals, memberships, tournament registrations, and other transactions.
- Coordinated junior golf programs to promote interest in the sport among younger generations.
Assistant Golf Professional
West Bay Club
04.2020 - 10.2022
- Collaborated with head golf professional on budget planning and financial reporting for optimal resource allocation.
- Improved member satisfaction by providing exceptional customer service and addressing concerns promptly.
- Assisted in developing pricing strategies for merchandise that resulted in higher profit margins while remaining competitive within the market.
- Conducted private lessons focusing on individual player development and improvement.
Assistant Golf Professional/Outside Service Manager
TwinEagles Club
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Oversaw training of services staff and other day-to-day activities on driving range.
- Managed pro shop operations to ensure efficient inventory control, merchandising, and sales performance.
- Optimized daily operations by maintaining accurate records of green fees, cart rentals, memberships, tournament registrations, and other transactions.
- Coordinated junior golf programs to promote interest in the sport among younger generations.
Assistant Golf Professional
Big Cedar Lodge Big Cedar Golf
04.2016 - 09.2018
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends through continuous professional development opportunities such as conferences or workshops.
- Organized [Number] tournaments and [Type] events at club, which led to [Number]% increase in annual revenues.
- Enhanced golf course playability by assisting in the maintenance and management of turfgrass and course facilities.
- Supported membership growth with tailored recruitment efforts targeting potential prospects in the community.
Assistant Golf Professional/Caddy Master
Myopia Hunt Club
05.2015 - 01.2016
- Oversaw training of services staff and other day-to-day activities on driving range.
- Managed pro shop operations to ensure efficient inventory control, merchandising, and sales performance.
- Optimized daily operations by maintaining accurate records of green fees, cart rentals, memberships, tournament registrations, and other transactions.
- Coordinated junior golf programs to promote interest in the sport among younger generations.
Golf Instructor
Honghua Golf Club/Olympic Commission
09.2005 - 12.2007
- Managed tournaments from start to finish.
- Increased client satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, engaging, and effective lessons.
- Explained and demonstrated principles, techniques and methods of regulating movement of body, hands and feet to achieve game proficiency.
- Supported clients in achieving their personal golfing goals by creating customized improvement plans focused on targeted areas for growth.
Caddy/Outside Service/Assistant Golf Professional
Silverleaf Golf Club
09.2002 - 09.2005
- Promoted a positive atmosphere within the golf community by exemplifying exceptional sportsmanship and professionalism.
- Leveraged local knowledge of the course layout to identify shortcuts or alternative routes that expedited travel between holes without compromising safety or enjoyment for players.
- Served as an ambassador for the golf club by upholding its values, policies, dress code requirements while on duty.
- Maintained smooth pace of play for golfers on course.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kickapoo High School
Springfield, MOPsychology
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL1998
Associate of Arts -
George C. Wallace College
Dothan, AL04.1996
Skills
- Healthy lifestyle role model
- Certified Yoga Instructor
- Sports nutrition
- Self-motivated
- Psychology
- Leadership development
- POS systems proficiency
- Club fitting/Trackman owner certified
- Junior golf development
- Team player attitude
- Tournament management
- Golf instruction expertise
Accomplishments
- Attended Florida State University on a Golf Scholarship.
- Competed in the 1997 United States Amateur Championship and The 1998 British Amateur Championship.
- Played professional golf events in over 40 different countries around the world.
References
- Bill Safrin, Retired, Myopia Hunt Club/Naples National Director of Golf, 978.573.1884
- Austin Jarchów, Director of Player Engagement, Midwest PGA Section, Blue Springs, MO, ajarchow@pgahq.com, 816.914.0036
- Greg Dean, Golf Professional, The Moorings, Naples, FL, gdean@mooringscc.com, 248.444.3145
- Theo Atchison, Former Head Professional, Fremont Hills CC, Nixa, MO, tatchison@shelterinsurance.com, 417.239.3707
Certification
- Certified Club Fitter, TaylorMade Golf
- Trackman trained/owner, Trackman Golf
- 500 hour yoga teacher certification, Bikram Yoga
- 200 Yoga Alliance certification, Sumits Yoga
Timeline
Assistant Golf Professional
Branson Hills Golf Club
02.2024 - Current
Assistant Golf Professional/Instructor
Fremont Hills Country Club/Blue Bay Resort
11.2022 - 01.2024
Assistant Golf Professional
West Bay Club
04.2020 - 10.2022
Assistant Golf Professional/Outside Service Manager
TwinEagles Club
10.2018 - 03.2020
Assistant Golf Professional
Big Cedar Lodge Big Cedar Golf
04.2016 - 09.2018
Assistant Golf Professional/Caddy Master
Myopia Hunt Club
05.2015 - 01.2016
Assistant Golf Professional/Player Services/Caddy
Naples National Golf Club Inc
10.2014 - Current
Yoga Instructor/Studio Owner
Sumits Yoga
10.2008 - Current
Golf Instructor
Honghua Golf Club/Olympic Commission
09.2005 - 12.2007
Caddy/Outside Service/Assistant Golf Professional
Silverleaf Golf Club
09.2002 - 09.2005
High School Diploma -
Kickapoo High School
Psychology
Florida State University
Associate of Arts -
George C. Wallace College
- Certified Club Fitter, TaylorMade Golf
- Trackman trained/owner, Trackman Golf
- 500 hour yoga teacher certification, Bikram Yoga
- 200 Yoga Alliance certification, Sumits Yoga
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