Tom Flockhart
Calgary,AB
Summary
PGA of Canada Class "A" Golf Professional with over 30 years in all aspects of the golf industry as well as experience in customer service and sales. Seasoned in building relationships to maintain long term customer satisfaction.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
PGA Teaching Professional
Tom Flockhart Golf
03.2018 - Current
- Purchased a Trackman 4 in 2018 to help grow my business
- Consistently sold between $100,000-$145,000 annually in lesson programs at multiple locations
- Taught many successful juniors who went on to win multiple tournaments and play in the World Junior Championships
- Encouraged creative thinking and motivated students by addressing individual strengths and weaknesses based on standardized testing results.
PGA Teaching Professional
Country Hills Golf Club
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Organized the Junior Program using the Operation 36 curriculum
- Weekly clinics
- Private lessons
- Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, promoting a collaborative approach to education.
- Implemented differentiated instruction to meet the unique needs of each learner, resulting in increased student success.
PGA Teaching Professional
Golf Future
05.2022 - 07.2024
- $145,000 in lesson sales in 2023
- Built the Operation 36 program and received an award for Top 50 Coach worldwide in 2023
- Developed strong relationships with parents through consistent communication, promoting a collaborative approach to education.
PGA Teaching Professional
McCleery Golf Academy
03.2018 - 04.2022
- Consistently sold over $130,000 annually in lessons
Associate Golf Professional
Quilchena Golf and Country Club
03.2015 - 03.2018
- Enforced club policies and golf etiquette guidelines to maintain a safe, enjoyable environment for all players.
- Organized successful golf tournaments, ensuring smooth operations and positive experiences for participants.
- Managed pro shop inventory efficiently, maintaining optimal stock levels and attractive merchandise displays.
- Boosted sales of golf equipment and apparel by offering expert advice on product selection to customers.
- Enhanced player performance by providing tailored golf instruction and coaching techniques.
- Improved course conditions through effective communication with grounds crew and maintenance staff.
- Fostered strong relationships with members through consistent engagement, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Increased club membership retention through exceptional customer service and personalized lesson plans.
Head Coach - Falcons Golf Team
Langara College
01.2015 - 01.2018
Home Theatre Sales (Commission based)
Future Shop
10.2012 - 12.2014
- Achieved the #1 ranking for sales in December of 2013 and the #1 ranking in November and December of 2014 among over 120 seasonal home theatre sales staff in Western Canada
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Associate Golf Professional
Edmonton Petroleum Golf and Country Club
04.2014 - 10.2014
Assistant Golf Professional / Golf Shop / Starter / Bellman
The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
05.2012 - 11.2013
Assistant Golf Professional
St. George’s Golf and Country Club
01.2009 - 01.2012
Server
The Keg Steakhouse and Bar
01.2008 - 01.2012
Pro Shop Manager / Assistant Golf Professional
Lionhead Golf Club
01.2007 - 01.2009
Server
Boston Pizza
01.2005 - 01.2008
Labourer (Pool Installation)
Betz Pools
01.2004 - 12.2004
Assistant Golf Professional
Emerald Hills Golf Club
01.2003 - 12.2003
Rental Shop Attendant
Skyloft Ski Resort
01.2000 - 12.2003
Outside Operations, Pro Shop
Mill Run Golf Club
01.1996 - 12.2002
Education
Professional Golf Management - Business Administration
Humber College, Grant MacEwan University
Websites
Playing Achievements
- Won CJGA Championship in 1996 (15 and under age group)
- Junior Club Champion at Foxbridge Golf Club for 3 consecutive seasons
- Consistently ranked top 10 in the junior golf rankings in Ontario
- Won the Ontario PGA Playing Ability Test in 2002 with scores of 68, 66 for 10 under par
- Member of the Golf Team in high school and college
- 4th place finish at 2012 PGA of Alberta Assistant’s Championship with scores of 68, 75 for 1 under par
- 3rd place finish at 2013 PGA of Alberta Assistant’s Championship with scores of 71, 73 for even par
- 2nd place finish at the 2014 PGA of Alberta Professional Series event at Edmonton Garrison Memorial GC with a score of 1 under 71
- 1st place finish at 2016 Beach Grove Pro Am with a score of 68
- 1st place finish at 2017 Srixon PGA of BC Tour event at Tsawwassen Springs with a score of 67
Professional Status Education
- PGA of Canada – Class “A” Professional, 2013
- Professional Golf Management – Business Administration, Humber College and Grant MacEwan University
- Dean’s List with honours, Humber College, 2010
- NGCOA Scholarship winner, 2010
- Trackman University – Level 2
- TPI – Level 1
- TPI – Level 2 Junior
- Top 50 Coach – Operation 36, 2023
- Operation 36 Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
PGA Teaching Professional
Country Hills Golf Club
07.2024 - 09.2024
PGA Teaching Professional
Golf Future
05.2022 - 07.2024
PGA Teaching Professional
Tom Flockhart Golf
03.2018 - Current
PGA Teaching Professional
McCleery Golf Academy
03.2018 - 04.2022
Associate Golf Professional
Quilchena Golf and Country Club
03.2015 - 03.2018
Head Coach - Falcons Golf Team
Langara College
01.2015 - 01.2018
Associate Golf Professional
Edmonton Petroleum Golf and Country Club
04.2014 - 10.2014
Home Theatre Sales (Commission based)
Future Shop
10.2012 - 12.2014
Assistant Golf Professional / Golf Shop / Starter / Bellman
The Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge
05.2012 - 11.2013
Assistant Golf Professional
St. George’s Golf and Country Club
01.2009 - 01.2012
Server
The Keg Steakhouse and Bar
01.2008 - 01.2012
Pro Shop Manager / Assistant Golf Professional
Lionhead Golf Club
01.2007 - 01.2009
Server
Boston Pizza
01.2005 - 01.2008
Labourer (Pool Installation)
Betz Pools
01.2004 - 12.2004
Assistant Golf Professional
Emerald Hills Golf Club
01.2003 - 12.2003
Rental Shop Attendant
Skyloft Ski Resort
01.2000 - 12.2003
Outside Operations, Pro Shop
Mill Run Golf Club
01.1996 - 12.2002
Professional Golf Management - Business Administration
Humber College, Grant MacEwan University
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