With a track record of helping organizations innovate, thrive, and grow, I am recognized for my expertise in optimizing resources to achieve outstanding outcomes. My primary goal is to maximize employees' contributions and foster a positive and motivated culture. I prioritize long-term planning and fiscal responsibility, and I possess exceptional business acumen and interpersonal abilities. I am dedicated to driving growth and development and am a passionate advocate for change management, safety, and operational efficiencies.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Cordillera Metro District
06.2021 - Current
Manage Community Operations, Public Safety, Equestrian, Administration, Facilities, Trails, and Fleet Departments with 45 employees
Initiated a Healthy Forest Program for the community in partnership with Eagle Valley Wildland. Received over $600,000 in grant funds
Developed a Cordillera Wildlife Fund and committee in conjunction with Colorado Parks and wildlife
Successfully implemented Frontsteps gate access security system for homeowners and guests
Executed and oversaw outsourcing of finance department to Clifton Larson Allen
Developed reorganization plan for all departments
Work with departments to develop the Annual Operating and Capital Improvement Budget’s
Updated IT infrastructure and implemented best practices
Networked with local agencies
Communicated regularly with community on current events, emergencies (Sylvan Lake Fire), and updates on capital improvement projects
Community Operations Director
Cordillera Metro District / Cordillera Property Owner’s Associations
01.2016 - 06.2021
Manage Operations, Facilities, Trails, and Fleet Departments with a budget of $2,000,000 and 13 employees
Managed capital improvement budget that exceeds $2,000,000 annually
Oversaw road program and operations for 40 miles of roads throughout a private 7,500-acre community with annual road improvement budget of approximately $800,000
Created multiple road easements with homeowners for access for maintenance
Maintained 10 facilities and amenities throughout a 7,500-acre premier mountain community (ski club, athletic center, pool clubhouse, equestrian center, golf course, post office, administration, trailer parking, operations, river parcel, and gate houses)
Managed a fleet comprised of 61 pieces of heavy and small equipment
Implemented and maintained a Computerized Maintenance Management System
Developed new rules and regulations for community concerning fly fishing
Implemented many cost saving projects with a proven ROI
Created a 'One Team' culture which fostered a decrease in workman’s compensation and drastic improvement in team efficiency
Oversaw facility condition assessment for community buildings, implemented a 20-year capital improvement plan
Tied together the 20-year road program, facility condition assessment, 20-year fleet plan into one comprehensive reserve study that is updated annually
Worked with traffic calming experts to develop a traffic calming plan and update annually
Participated in LEAN study of equestrian center
Superintendent
Washington National Golf Club
01.2010 - 01.2016
Managed a budget of $860,000 and 25 employees
Awarded Manager of the Year 2014, Property of the Year 2011 and 2012, Manager of the Month, August 2014, September 2012 and May 2011
Co-Designed and directed a 10-acre, $500,000 construction project for the University of Washington’s private practice facility (opened October 2014)
Designed and implemented online employee task planner, which lead to drastic increase in staff efficiencies
Worked directly with CFO to develop long range capital planning for equipment and projects
Generated $70,000 in yearly water savings by improving water reclamation techniques
Restored golf course for NCAA event in less than six months
Updated over two acres of landscape beds with water efficient irrigation heads and plants
Worked with King County on necessary permitting
Superintendent
Newcastle Golf Club
01.2009 - 01.2010
Managed a budget of $2,000,000, 36 holes, and 61 employees
Awarded Rookie of the Year 2009
Designed and implemented record keeping systems such as: invoice tracking, budgeting, and manpower study
Completed an open course renovation in 11 months
Supervised resurfacing of greens, renovation of short game facility and construction of new nurseries
Achieved Audubon Certification
Worked with Town of Newcastle for water supply, and mine shaft location and recording
Superintendent
The Raven Golf Club at Three Peaks
01.2005 - 01.2009
Managed a budget of $760,000 and 21 employees
Managed high level water rights with the state of Colorado through annual water reports
Developed and initiated a reforestation plan
Achieved Audubon certification
Maintained homeowner association contracts including landscape maintenance, holiday decorations, and community center grounds
Worked with Town of Silverthorne on Nordic Center contract
Education
Colorado Certified Public Manager -
University of Colorado
Aurora, CO
01.2019
Certified Golf Course Superintendent -
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
01.2011
Turfgrass Management Certificate -
Pennsylvania State University
State College, PA
01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Business And Communications
Calvin College
Grand Rapids, Michigan
01.2001
Skills
Leadership and team building
Budget and Financial Management
Operations/Administration
Problem resolution
Board Relations and Leadership
Stakeholder Partnerships
Communications
Staff training/development
Personal Information
Title: CPM, CGCS
Training
State of Colorado Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management
ICS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, and 800 Incident Command Systems
Activities
Serve on the Berry Creek Metro District board
Active community member in Singletree
Passions include mountain biking, golfing, hiking, snowmobiling, and skiing
Volunteer at the Eagle County Rodeo and the Eagle River Watershed cleanup day
Serve on the Safety Committee and Employee Recognition Committee
Timeline
General Manager
Cordillera Metro District
06.2021 - Current
Community Operations Director
Cordillera Metro District / Cordillera Property Owner’s Associations
01.2016 - 06.2021
Superintendent
Washington National Golf Club
01.2010 - 01.2016
Superintendent
Newcastle Golf Club
01.2009 - 01.2010
Superintendent
The Raven Golf Club at Three Peaks
01.2005 - 01.2009
Colorado Certified Public Manager -
University of Colorado
Certified Golf Course Superintendent -
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America