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Seth D. Covington

Seth D. Covington

Advance,NC

Summary

Sales professional with a proven track record of driving revenue and cultivating strong client relationships. Skilled in collaborating with teams, adapting to changing needs, and utilizing negotiation, communication, and strategic planning abilities. Recognized for reliability, fostering a productive team environment, and consistently achieving targets. Solid foundation in golf instruction and club management. Successfully organized tournaments and enhanced member satisfaction through tailored coaching programs. Demonstrated leadership and customer service skills ensure smooth operations and high member engagement. Strong understanding of maintaining and enhancing golf course landscapes, including managing turf health, irrigation systems, and course aesthetics. Proficient in landscaping and teamwork to ensure optimal playing conditions.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Golf Course Groundskeeper

Pilot Knob Park Golf Club
05.2023 - Current
  • Mowing and Trimming greens, tees, fairways, roughs, and other areas. Trimming edges of fairways, roughs, and cart paths. Operating various types of mowers, including reel mowers, rotary mowers, and gang mowers.
  • Bunker Maintenance: Raking and maintaining sand bunkers. Removing debris and weeds from bunkers, and edging the outer part to look esthetically pleasing for play. Ensuring bunkers are level and in good playing condition.
  • Changing hole locations on greens, cutting cups on greens and replacing flagsticks. Setting tee markers.
  • Collaborated with other groundskeepers to maintain consistently high standards across all areas of the golf course property.
  • Maintained optimal course conditions for golfers through regular mowing, edging, and trimming of greens, tees, and fairways.
  • Supported successful golf tournaments by preparing the course for optimal playing conditions during events.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure proper function, reducing downtime due to malfunctions or necessary repairs.
  • Repaired ground structures regularly, sticking to schedules, and meeting facility needs.
  • Upheld safety standards within the workplace through proper training, equipment use, and adherence to protocols.
  • Ensured golfer safety by identifying potential hazards on the course and addressing them promptly.
  • Increased golfer satisfaction by responding promptly to feedback regarding course conditions or specific concerns.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Improved overall course aesthetics with careful pruning, shaping, and removal of trees and shrubs as needed.
  • Enhanced turf quality by implementing effective maintenance practices and providing appropriate nutrition.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of golf course renovation projects to improve playability and aesthetics.
  • Contributed to a sustainable golf environment with efficient water management practices such as irrigation scheduling and system maintenance.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
  • Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas.

1st Assistant Golf Professional

Pilot Knob Park Country Club
08.2016 - 01.2023
  • Oversaw repair and maintenance tasks within pro shop area ensuring equipment was always functioning properly.
  • Implemented lesson plans tailored to individual skill levels, accelerating progress for beginning golfers and refining advanced techniques for experienced players.
  • Managed pro shop inventory, ensuring optimal product selection and availability for customers.
  • Participated actively in networking events representing club professionally while developing valuable connections across industry.
  • Spearheaded marketing initiatives that successfully increased awareness about the course offerings within local community.
  • Proficient in club repair, including re-gripping golf clubs, re-shafting and re-assembling golf clubs, and adjusting clubs using a loft and lie machine
  • Served as liaison between club management and members addressing concerns promptly and effectively.
  • Assisting General Manager in daily operations, including creating new member files, completing budgets, paying invoices, ordering golf equipment, and necessary paperwork for board meetings
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, securing high-quality products at competitive prices for pro shop merchandise.
  • Creating and marketing club information via email and social media platforms
  • Increased tournament participation by organizing and promoting engaging events for members and guests.
  • Coordinated successful golf outings, creating memorable experiences for participants and generating revenue for the club.
  • Streamlined operations for improved customer experience through efficient scheduling and coordination of tee times.
  • Conducted comprehensive analysis on competitor offerings, identifying opportunities to differentiate club services and attract new clientele.
  • Cultivated a welcoming atmosphere in the clubhouse, enhancing member satisfaction and encouraging referrals to new prospects.
  • Maintained accurate records of lessons, tournaments, events, memberships, payments received, invoices issued as well as other relevant data pertaining to daily operations.
  • Enhanced player performance by providing tailored golf instruction and coaching.
  • Boosted membership retention with exceptional customer service and personalized attention to individual needs.
  • Collaborated with course maintenance team to ensure optimal playing conditions throughout the season.
  • Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
  • Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
  • Facilitated group coaching sessions and provided individual coaching support.
  • Utilized various coaching models and techniques to maximize client success.
  • Coordinated special events such as pre-season tryouts, training camps and special workshops to support team goals.
  • Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
  • Created and implemented innovative strategies to engage clients in coaching journey.
  • Developed and maintained network of professional resources to refer clients to.
  • Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.

Sales Representative

IZOD
03.2015 - 11.2016
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
  • Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
  • Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends for informed decision-making during client interactions.
  • Consistently met or exceeded quotas by implementing strategic sales plans and effective time management.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on features, benefits, and competitive advantages.
  • Increased repeat business by fostering trust-based relationships with key accounts through regular communication.
  • Developed tailored solutions in response to unique customer needs, increasing overall satisfaction rates.
  • Achieved top performer status consistently through dedication to meeting goals and exceeding expectations.

Education

No Degree - General Studies (2.5 Years Completed)

Appalachian State University
Boone, NC

High School Diploma -

East Surry High School
Pilot Mountain, NC
06-2010

Skills

  • Networking and relationship building
  • Customer service
  • Team player attitude
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Office administration
  • Organizational skills
  • Sales and marketing
  • Excellent communication
  • Interpersonal relations
  • Event planning
  • Social media promotion
  • Budgeting and finance

Swing Instructors Professional Mentors

  • Sam Randazzo, Pilot Knob Park Golf Club
  • Tommy Gibson, Old Town Club
  • Zim Zimmerman, Cedarbrook Country Club
  • Tom Gibson, Palmetto Country Club

Timeline

Golf Course Groundskeeper

Pilot Knob Park Golf Club
05.2023 - Current

1st Assistant Golf Professional

Pilot Knob Park Country Club
08.2016 - 01.2023

Sales Representative

IZOD
03.2015 - 11.2016

No Degree - General Studies (2.5 Years Completed)

Appalachian State University

High School Diploma -

East Surry High School

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