Jason Lohnes
Halifax,Canada
Summary
Natural leader and confident presenter and coach. Uniting thirty years of management, sales and corporate experience to become accountable, results-driven and motivated to succeed. Analytical problem solver with an entrepreneurial drive and keen business intellect. Polished verbal, written and interpersonal skills. Proven strengths within the following areas: General Management, Budget Development, Project Management and Strategic Planning.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
GOLF NOVA SCOTIA
Halifax, NS
03.2021 - Current
- Leader of operations and managing up to four staff members and more than forty volunteers.
- Creating and cultivating relationships with key stakeholders and partners.
- Maintaining accountability for operational and fiscal integrity, effectively managing designated budget.
- Creating and executing strategies to raise the profile and relevance of the organization within the industry.
Brand Ambassador
AUDI HALIFAX
Halifax, NS
10.2019 - 03.2021
- Exceeded sales targets in first year.
- Established relationships with key clients, while maintaining existing customer base.
- Managed the Service Centre Department during the height of the pandemic.
Business Account Manager
BEYOND WIRELESS INC.
Halifax, NS
07.2018 - 11.2019
- B2B sales and marketing as authorized Rogers dealer.
- Strategic cohesiveness with Rogers Account Executives, business development and fulfillment of current accounts.
Support Personnel
GLEN ARBOUR GOLF COURSE
Hammonds Plains, NS
06.2019 - 10.2019
- Turf management support, event management and golf instruction.
Territory Manager
RALPH CONNOR COMPANY LTD. - SPECFLOOR ATLANTIC
Halifax, NS
01.2017 - 06.2018
- Created a new sales and marketing agency within flooring industry: designed daily operations and procedures, monthly and yearly targets.
- Accountable for sales and marketing of two international brands in Atlantic Canada.
- Awarded largest account in the territory (previously managed by Head Office).
Product Sales Manager
THE CHRONICLE HERALD
Halifax, NS
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Sales leadership within Bounty Print, Cream Careers, Herald Events and Headline Promotional Products division: created sales plan and set direction for Cream Careers
- A member of a small team to organize and execute the Holiday Parade of Lights – first time for event to turn a profit
- Created and lead the sales plan for Headline Promotional Products
- Marketing partner for the Halifax Hurricanes Professional Basketball Club and became VP of Business Operations for the club in its second season.
Territory Sales and Marketing Manager
ADIDAS GROUP CANADA
Halifax, NS
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Sales and marketing representation of adidas Golf, TaylorMade and Ashworth golf brands in Atlantic Canada: continued market share growth for the company through 2011 and 2012.
- Launch of TaylorMade’s most revolutionary club technology in 2011.
- Developed and implemented marketing plans for new products.
- Analyzed market trends to identify potential opportunities for growth.
President
MARKIT APPAREL CANADA INC.
Halifax, NS
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Management of daily operations for online startup business: completion and launch of e-commerce website.
- Development and management of partner relationships.
- Business development and client acquisition.
- Developed policies, procedures, and short-term and long-term goals for the organization.
General Manager
OAKFIELD GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB
Grand Lake, NS
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Management of golf operations, food and beverage and maintenance departments: leadership and supervision of four senior managers and more than forty staff members.
- Monitored financial performance and identified areas for improvement in cost savings and revenue generation.
- Created a positive work environment by developing team building activities that encouraged collaboration among departments.
- Partnered with Board of Directors to set direction and policies for the business.
Director of Golf
ASHBURN GOLF CLUB
Halifax, NS
01.2003 - 01.2008
- Management of daily golf operations and programs of two 18-hole private courses.
- Supervised and provided industry leadership more than twenty staff members.
- Managed two retail operations with more than $300,000 sales: grew profit margin from 4% to 25% in first year.
Teaching Professional
THE BOARD OF TRADE COUNTRY CLUB
Woodbridge, ON
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Developed and implemented creative lesson plans to engage students in active learning.
- Creation of implementation of year-round instruction program and corporate programming: creator of successful Business Golf Development program.
Associate Golf Professional
ROSEDALE GOLF CLUB
Toronto, ON
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Management of daily golf operations and programs of one of the country's most prestigious private member clubs.
- Supervision of ten professional and service staff.
- Organized and supervised golf tournaments, including scheduling tee times, assigning caddies, and setting up rules of play.
Assistant & Associate Golf Professional
YORK DOWNS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
Unionville, ON
01.1999 - 01.2001
- Management of daily golf operations and program: supervision of fifteen professional and service staff.
- Grew from team member to team leader in second season and assumed many responsibilities of the Head Professional.
Assistant Golf Professional
AVON VALLEY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
Falmouth, NS
01.1997 - 01.1998
- Management of daily golf operations and programs.
- Supervision of six professional and service staff.
Education
Diploma -
Business Golf Management
01.1997
Bachelor of Science Degree -
Dalhousie University
01.1995
Skills
- Program Management
- Strategic Planning
- Community Engagement
- Staff Management
- Fundraising
- Business Development and Planning
- Stakeholder Relations
- Report compilation
- Marketing
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Partnership Development
Accomplishments
- PGA of Canada: Atlantic Professional of the Year Nominee
- PGA of Canada: Atlantic Merchandiser of the Year Winner
- PGA of Canada Atlantic: Member Executive Committee
- PGA of Canada Ontario: Assistant of the Year Nominee
- Lieutenant Governor's Medal: Outstanding Academic Achievement
Community
Camosunds
- Project management (lead organizer) of many events of all sizes
- Coach: Halifax Hawks Minor Hockey Association
- Advisory Committee Member: Holland College Golf Program
- Chairman of Caddie Committee: Bank of Montreal Ladies’ Canadian Open - Glen Arbor Golf Club
- Managing Director: 2020 (and beyond) Maritime NHL’ers For Kids event
- Host Committee Member: 2019 Canadian Men’s Amateur Golf Championship
Timeline
Executive Director
GOLF NOVA SCOTIA
03.2021 - Current
Brand Ambassador
AUDI HALIFAX
10.2019 - 03.2021
Support Personnel
GLEN ARBOUR GOLF COURSE
06.2019 - 10.2019
Business Account Manager
BEYOND WIRELESS INC.
07.2018 - 11.2019
Territory Manager
RALPH CONNOR COMPANY LTD. - SPECFLOOR ATLANTIC
01.2017 - 06.2018
Product Sales Manager
THE CHRONICLE HERALD
01.2015 - 01.2017
Territory Sales and Marketing Manager
ADIDAS GROUP CANADA
01.2011 - 01.2014
President
MARKIT APPAREL CANADA INC.
01.2010 - 01.2011
General Manager
OAKFIELD GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB
01.2008 - 01.2010
Director of Golf
ASHBURN GOLF CLUB
01.2003 - 01.2008
Teaching Professional
THE BOARD OF TRADE COUNTRY CLUB
01.2002 - 01.2003
Associate Golf Professional
ROSEDALE GOLF CLUB
01.2001 - 01.2002
Assistant & Associate Golf Professional
YORK DOWNS GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
01.1999 - 01.2001
Assistant Golf Professional
AVON VALLEY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
01.1997 - 01.1998
Diploma -
Business Golf Management
Bachelor of Science Degree -
Dalhousie University
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