Episode 043

043 I GCSAA Conference and Trade Show Recap

with Bloom Golf Partners

In this episode, the Bloom Golf Partners team recaps their experience at the 2023 GCSAA Conference & Trade Show in San Diego. The team shares their insights and takeaways from the event, including what surprised them, memorable conversations, and how they see the industry evolving. They also discuss the importance of their team dynamic and how they can better communicate their services to the industry.

What You’ll Learn:

• Momentum in the Industry Needs to Be Captured: There’s a heightened interest in the golf industry as a career path, with growing opportunities in technology, autonomous equipment, and course infrastructure. Clubs that fail to engage with this momentum risk losing future talent.
• Career Growth & Relationships Matter: Witnessing colleagues progress in their careers, from assistant roles to leadership positions, was a source of pride and validation of the industry’s development.
• Team dynamics: How the team dynamic and relationships have evolved, and the value they bring as a united front
• Diversity in attendees: The engagement with show attendees went beyond traditional industry roles, showcasing a broader network of professionals interested in workforce solutions.
• Clarifying Services is Key: Many people know what they want but don’t know where to start. The team’s biggest opportunity is ensuring professionals understand how they can assist beyond just placements—through guidance, career coaching, and strategic advising.

Soundbytes:

• “We’re in the business of helping people—whether it’s connecting candidates with the right job or helping clients find the ideal candidate. Even if we can’t assist you directly, we have a broad network and can point you in the right direction.” (37:01)
• “I think some superintendents may underestimate the value of the national conference, but for those who attend and gain exposure to new tools, tips, and industry insights, the impact on their careers can be significant. The influence of that experience is often underrated, and sending a team to San Diego could be an invaluable investment in their growth.” (39:37)

Key Quotes:

• “The thing I was most surprised about was how many people whose lives we’ve impacted throughout the course of our time.” – Mitch Rupert
• “I think the biggest change is going to be on our end and making sure that people understand what we do and what we’re capable of doing.” – Mitch Rupert
• “We’re in the business of helping people, whether that’s candidates find a job or clients, you know, finding a candidate. We also, we also are in the business of just helping people.” – Mary Maloney
• “The industry is changing, and seeing how technology will play into staffing and job roles is something that really stood out to me.” – Ryan McNally
• “Many professionals know their end goal but struggle with the first step. That’s where we come in.” – Mitch Rupert

Links and Resources Mentioned:

Website: www.bloomgolfpartners.com

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