Zachary S. Valentine
Fort Worth,TX
Summary
Dynamic golf operations leader with a proven record of increasing tournament participation by 25% at Timberlinks Golf Club through innovative player development programs. Expertise in budget management and staff mentorship drives membership growth and enhances customer engagement. Committed to optimizing performance and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Golf Professional
Timberlinks Golf Club
Denton, TX
01.2025 - Current
- Oversaw golf operations with annual budget exceeding $2 million, ensuring financial compliance and operational efficiency.
- Designed and executed player development programs, increasing tournament participation by 25%.
- Developed and executed instructional programs, enhancing junior and adult golf participation through targeted engagement strategies.
Chief Dispatcher
BNSF Railway
Fort Worth, TX
01.2015 - 04.2026
- Oversaw real-time railway coordination, strengthening leadership and crisis management capabilities.
- Supervised over 50 dispatchers, managing their training and conducting operations testing.
- Developed and implemented logistical strategies that enhanced transportation operations.
2nd Assistant Golf Professional
Sky Creek Ranch Golf Club
Keller, TX
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Oversaw multi-million-dollar Pro Shop operations, ensuring effective merchandising and efficient processing of green fees.
- Coordinated Men’s Golf Association events and Couple’s 9 and Dine programs, enhancing member engagement and participation.
- Supervised outside services, golf cart fleet management, and driving range operations.
- Led over 100 hours of team training programs to enhance instructional and operational skills.
- Developed first PGA Associate Mentor program for Sky Creek, with implementation strategies for expansion to other clubs.
- Created and developed our club’s first Sport Membership Member-Guest golf tournament.
Captain/Acting Deputy Chief
Cherry Valley/North Park Fire Department
IL
01.1996 - 01.2016
- Managed over 100 personnel to ensure an organized, supportive work environment.
- Directed personnel training programs, compliance management, and emergency response operations.
- Executed community outreach programs to enhance fire safety education.
1st Assistant Golf Professional
Forest Hills Country Club
Rockford, IL
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Led outside services team of 20, ensuring efficient management of golf cart fleet and driving range operations.
- Managed Pro Shop operations, enhancing customer experience through effective merchandising and seamless green fee transactions.
- Assisted in managing daily golf operations and member services.
- Coordinated tournaments and events, ensuring smooth execution and member satisfaction.
- Provided instruction and coaching to golfers of all skill levels.
Director of Golf/Head Golf Professional
Rochelle Country Club
Rochelle, IL
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Oversaw golf operations, managing annual budget of over $1.2 million.
- Designed and executed player development programs, increasing tournament participation by 25%.
- Increased rounds played by 12% through structured staff training that enhanced customer experience.
- Developed and implemented instructional programs, resulting in growth of junior and adult golf participation.
Chief Operations Officer/General Manager
Ironwood Golf and Practice Center
Pecatonica, IL
01.2000 - 01.2007
- Led golf operations and instructional programming, managing annual budget exceeding $3 million to optimize facility performance.
- Designed and executed employee training programs and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to enhance service delivery.
- Developed staff scheduling system to streamline workflow and enhance operational efficiency.
Education
Specialized Certifications - Fire Service
University of Illinois Fire Service Institute
Champaign, ILSpecialized Certifications - Fire Service
Rock Valley College
Rockford, ILSkills
- Golf operations management
- Player development programs
- Coaching programs
- Event planning and execution
- Budget oversight and financial management
- Membership growth
- Sales strategy
- Staff leadership and mentorship
- Staff training
- Customer engagement
Professional References
- Gabriel Archibald, General Manager, Woodbridge Golf Club, 817-600-2475
- Ian Hicks, General Manager, Gleannloch Golf Club, Spring, TX, 570-854-5209
- Mike Summerville, Titleist Regional Sales Rep, Fort Worth, TX, 774-200-0843
- Patrick Martin, General Manager, Timberlinks Golf Club, Denton, TX, 817-2885
Certification
PGA Class A Member
Accomplishments
2001 Commendation for Valor - Firefighter
Timeline
Head Golf Professional
Timberlinks Golf Club
01.2025 - Current
2nd Assistant Golf Professional
Sky Creek Ranch Golf Club
01.2021 - 01.2025
Chief Dispatcher
BNSF Railway
01.2015 - 04.2026
1st Assistant Golf Professional
Forest Hills Country Club
01.2009 - 01.2010
Director of Golf/Head Golf Professional
Rochelle Country Club
01.2007 - 01.2009
Chief Operations Officer/General Manager
Ironwood Golf and Practice Center
01.2000 - 01.2007
Captain/Acting Deputy Chief
Cherry Valley/North Park Fire Department
01.1996 - 01.2016
Specialized Certifications - Fire Service
University of Illinois Fire Service Institute
Specialized Certifications - Fire Service
Rock Valley College