DAN HARRISON
Thamesville,Canada
Summary
Nearly three decades of golf experience began in the Pro Shop, honing communication and problem solving skills over a combined eleven years at Ridgetown Golf & CC and National Pines GC in Barrie, ON. After a hiatus from the golf industry, I returned as a partner/Director of Sales at Golf Supply House (GSH), a leading Canadian distributor to golf courses and driving ranges. Dedication and expertise provided a path to President at GSH Canada, where I successfully built and motivated a competent team. By recognizing and seizing opportunities, we drove sales growth from 2.9 million to an impressive 7.8 million.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Pro Shop Attendant
Maple City Country Club
09.2024 - Current
- Supervise cart shop staff while ensuring both members and guests enjoy their visit.
- Manage daily activity accurately recording tee sheet activity, cart usage, and pro shop sales.
- Collaborated with fellow staff members to foster a positive work atmosphere and improve overall team performance.
President
GOLF SUPPLY HOUSE LTD.
04.2008 - 01.2024
- Company Overview: Largest Canadian Distributor of a wide range of products, many of which we were able to secure exclusive rights for in the Canadian market
- Finance responsibilities included setting and overseeing annual budgets, cost analysis, managing our lending relationship via accurate and timely reporting
- Working with management to ensure our team remained motivated toward a common goal
Operations Manager
NORTHERN UNIFORM SERVICE
06.1998 - 03.2008
- Company Overview: Hired as part of a three-person management team to enter the GTA market on behalf of a 75+ year-old company based in Sudbury, ON
- Immediate, steady growth resulted from calculated growth
- Sales and service personnel built a solid respect for each other's roles securing the foundation for success
- Hired as part of a three person management team to enter the GTA market on behalf of a 75+ year-old company based in Sudbury, ON
Education
Hotel & Resort Management -
GEORGIAN COLLEGE
BARRIE, ON05.1997
OAC -
RIDGETOWN DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL
09.1991
Skills
- Building and maintaining relationships with members, staff, and suppliers
- Experience in the Development of Junior Golf Program (National Pines GC)
- Finance management: budgets, purchasing programs all with eye to future goals
- Team player mentality
- Professionalism
- Problem-solving aptitude
Certification
- National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) - Coaching certification required for minor hockey in Barrie/Innisfil, ON
- CPGA Certification - Recently applied for re-instatement upon returning to Maple City CC
- Smart Serve Ontario - Certified
Timeline
Pro Shop Attendant
Maple City Country Club
09.2024 - Current
President
GOLF SUPPLY HOUSE LTD.
04.2008 - 01.2024
Operations Manager
NORTHERN UNIFORM SERVICE
06.1998 - 03.2008
OAC -
RIDGETOWN DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL
Hotel & Resort Management -
GEORGIAN COLLEGE
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