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Red Sky Golf Club

Dear Mr. Metz,

It is with great pleasure I am writing in the interest of the General Manager & Director of Golf position at Red Sky Golf Club. I was compelled to contact you with my interest, as it would be a career highlight to be considered for such an opportunity with Red Sky Golf Club. I believe that my professional background and industrialist drive make me an ideal candidate to fill this position. I am a passionate and highly motivated PGA professional with over 17 years of experience in the golf industry. I am excited for an opportunity to relocate to the beautiful Rockies, and potentially work at a high level club like Red Sky Golf Club. My progressive career path has provided me the opportunity to work in various top 100 facilities in the United States as well as overseas. Achieving a top management position where my wife and I can call home until I plan to retire is my goal. I have been patiently waiting for the right opportunity to present itself, and I believe Red Sky is a perfect fit for both parties. My career has been built on a foundation of dedication, integrity, professionalism and diplomacy. I will bring that same passion, energy and knowledge every day in service to the members and service team at Red Sky Golf Club.

As you will see in my enclosed résumé, the past experiences that have prepared me for Red Sky Golf Club were Trump National – Bedminster, Somerset Hills Country Club, The Ridgewood Country Club, Kauri Cliffs & Cape Kidnappers in New Zealand, Buenos Aires Golf Club in Argentina, Manasquan River Golf Club, Rumson Country Club and my current employer Watchung Valley Golf Club. Working at these various facilities has given me the well-rounded experience I feel is necessary to run a large operation.

I am a capable an consistent problem-solver skilled at prioritizing and managing projects with proficiency, best seen from my success as General manager at Watchung Valley Golf Club, where I am responsible for the five major departments: Golf, Greens & Grounds, Clubhouse, Tennis, and Food & Beverage. My management philosophy is one of engagement, inclusiveness, communication, and accountability. I contribute leadership, organization and management skills toward business improvements which have included overseeing our golf course restoration and clubhouse facilities construction. All 18 holes have been restored as of June 2018 and in 2017, I oversaw a $850,000 construction project to the member dining, lounge, and bar areas of the Clubhouse. I am progressive minded and in tune with new developments in my field best shown through my marketing and social media initiatives put in place at WVGC. My creation and implementation of all our social media accounts, a club Go Club Golf smartphone app and new email software have provided members with accurate and updated information regarding their Club’s golf and social functions.

I have skillfully balanced organizational objectives and productive relationships by directly overseeing a staff of 20 employees. Merchandising is one of my responsibilities as well. Creating innovative displays, strategic buying and understanding the needs of my membership have led us to around $275,000 gross sales by end-of-year and an outstanding reputation. I continue to strive to recruit and maintain the membership committee I created, which is responsible for vetting all new members of WVGC. My commitment to recruiting and growing WVGC is shown by the 71 new members I recruited this past year alone, as well as our average membership age dropping from 60.5 to 41 since I first started. I am responsible for the overhaul of the entire teaching program at WVGC. My ability to devise strategic initiatives included creating new instructional programs such as golf schools, clinics, junior camps, and ladies programs never before seen at the Club. I teach approximately 100 private lessons annually and have introduced PGA Tour instructors such as James Oh, to the WVGC membership for golf schools. My Junior Golf program has expanded 1400% since starting WVGC in 2016. 

I have zero doubt I possess the educational background, professional experience, professional education, golf and club pedigree for which you are searching. My knowledge base and passion for my work will only enhance the already excellent service you provide to your membership. I carry all of the qualities in a PGA Professional & Club Manager and I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how my skills, energy and commitment will be a great fit for the membership at Red Sky Country Club.

Many thanks for your consideration. Please find links below to my resume and portfolio for further review.

Sincerely,

Brad Sumenek