Ryan Faulkner
Wyckoff,NJ
Summary
Well-versed in the golf industry and rules for golf. Exceptional interpersonal, problem-solving and analytical abilities backed up by direct experience with game and fortitude to take on any challenge. Bringing years of course experience. Physically fit and active with energetic and supportive mentality dedicated to keeping players focused on performance.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
US Certified Golf Teaching Professional
Self-employed
Wyckoff, NJ
09.2019 - Current
- Effectively teach all phases of the game, from beginning to advanced players.
- Establish clear benchmarks for performance and monitor individual progress.
- Introduce all aspects of the game including the full swing, faults and cures, short game, rules of golf, ball flight laws, golf psychology, club fitting, video analysis and marketing techniques.
- Promote stretching, mobility work and proper form to help players safely build strength through diverse training methods.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Golf Caddie
Preakness Hills Country Club
Wayne, NJ
04.2017 - Current
- Assisted golfers with selecting clubs, choosing strategies and lining up shots.
- Predicted wind speeds and read green slopes to suggest appropriate approaches to players.
- Worked tournaments each year with amateur and professional golfers.
- Repaired divots and ball marks and raked bunkers to increase course attraction and boost membership rates.
- Cleaned and maintained balls, clubs and course amenities.
- Carried two bags of clubs for full 18-hole rounds of golf.
Assistant Golf Professional
The Ridgewood Country Club
Paramus, NJ
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efliciency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handied challenging situations with case.
Customer Service Representative
The Players Club -a Virtual Golf Facility - 348 Evelyn Street
Paramus, NJ
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Cultivated customer loyalty, promoted repeat customers and improved sales.
- Liaised with customers, management and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
- Processed POS transactions, including checks, cash and credit purchases or refunds.
Golf Cart Attendant
The Golf Club At Hilton Head Lakes
Hilton Head Island, SC
02.2018 - 06.2018
- Assisted golf club members by carrying clubs from range to cart and setting stations with required balls.
- Organized and arranged golfers' tee times to keep course activities running smoothly.
- Recover range balls.
- Prepared golf carts by stocking pencils, tees, scorecards and towels.
- Shut down facility by turning off all lights, storing equipment and locking doors.
- Increased customer satisfaction by serving food, water and towels to golfers.
Golf Caddie
North Jersey Country Club
Wayne, NJ
04.2014 - 08.2016
- Assisted players in improving game play.
- Determined distances to pins and advised players on proper clubs and methods.
- Maintained smooth pace of play for all golfers on course.
- Cleaned and maintained balls and clubs.
- Worked tournaments.
Education
Golf Management
Professional Golfers Career College
Hilton Head Island, SCCommunications
Alvernia University
Reading, PAHigh School Diploma -
Ramsey High School
Ramsey, NJ06.2016
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Team coaching
- Student motivation
- Progress monitoring
Timeline
Assistant Golf Professional
The Ridgewood Country Club
04.2022 - 04.2023
Customer Service Representative
The Players Club -a Virtual Golf Facility - 348 Evelyn Street
01.2021 - 01.2023
US Certified Golf Teaching Professional
Self-employed
09.2019 - Current
Golf Cart Attendant
The Golf Club At Hilton Head Lakes
02.2018 - 06.2018
Golf Caddie
Preakness Hills Country Club
04.2017 - Current
Golf Caddie
North Jersey Country Club
04.2014 - 08.2016
Golf Management
Professional Golfers Career College
Communications
Alvernia University
High School Diploma -
Ramsey High School