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Episode 031 031 | Navigating Career Transitions in the Golf Industry with guest Eric Snelsire Many professionals find themselves at a career crossroads, contemplating a career change or transition. Whether it’s moving from a superintendent role to a sales/marketing position, or exploring opportunities beyond the golf course, these transitions can be both exciting and daunting. […]
Episode 030 030 | Mentorship, Innovation, and Building Winning Teams with guest Matthew Shaffer In this episode, Tyler talks with Matthew Shaffer, a renowned former golf course superintendent, about his career path and the lessons he’s learned from various roles, including at high-profile clubs like Merion Golf Club and Augusta National, and humble beginnings. He […]
Episode 029 029 | Building an Authentic Personal Brand: A Journey of Self-Discovery, Impact, and Purpose with guest Rachel Gogos In this episode, we’re diving into the power of personal branding—not just as a tool for visibility, but as a journey in personal development with Rachel Gogos, owner of BrandID. Rachel shares her career journey, […]
Episode 028 028 | Building a Winning Team Culture: Lessons from Jon Urbanski’s Playbook with guest Jon Urbanski In this episode, we sit down with Jon Urbanski, an accomplished golf course superintendent, to discuss his impressive career journey, insights on team culture and leadership, and his unique experience hosting the 2022 BMW Championship at Wilmington […]
Episode 027 027 | Beyond Aesthetics: Investing in Infrastructure and People for Long-Term Success with guest Brian Chapin In this episode, Brian Chapin shares insights from his unique career journey from golf course superintendent to general manager (GM) during the pandemic, and eventually to VP at LaBar Golf, where he joined in 2022. His path […]
Episode 026 026 | The Power of Storytelling and Creative Branding in Career Advancement with guest Adam Garr Adam Garr discusses his unique career journey and expertise in communication strategies tailored for golf course superintendents. He emphasizes the importance of storytelling and creative branding techniques to improve career advancement and opportunities, as well as to […]
Episode 025 025 | 025 I Supporting the Future of Golf Course Superintendents with the Super Scratch Foundation with guest Tim Zurybida and Scott Bordner In this episode of Leadership on the Links, host Tyler Bloom highlights the impactful work of the Super Scratch Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit organization founded in 2020. Tyler is joined by […]
Episode 024 024 | The Significance of Workforce Development Programs with guest Shane Conroy In this episode of Leadership on the Links, host Tyler Bloom interviews Shane Conroy, a GCSAA field staff representative, about his unconventional career path and his role as a field rep. Networking is Key They discuss the importance of getting involved […]
Episode 023 023 | Hitting the Right Notes: From Music Industry to Leadership in Golf with guest Jason Tharp In this episode of *Leadership on the Links*, we explore the career journey of Jason Tharp, a golf course superintendent whose unconventional path led him from the music industry to one of the most prestigious golf […]
Episode 022 Innovation from the Shores of Ireland to Rehoboth Beach Country Club with guest Alan FitzGerald In this episode of Leadership on the Links, we explore the inspiring career journey of Alan FitzGerald, a golf course superintendent whose path has taken him from the emerald shores of Ireland to some of the world’s top […]