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Zachary J. Howe

Los Angeles

Summary

USGTF-certified golf instructor and U.S. Army veteran with 5+ years of experience coaching players of all ages and abilities. Proven success in designing customized training programs that accelerate player development, improve swing mechanics, and strengthen mental approach. Known for a personable and motivating coaching style that builds client confidence and long-term passion for the game. Brings a strong foundation in leadership, discipline, and training program development from distinguished military and corporate backgrounds.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Golf Instructor

Z Golf Lab
01.2020 - Current
  • Delivered 500+ private and group lessons to golfers ranging from beginners to competitive players.
  • Designed individualized training programs that improved client performance, with measurable handicap reductions and enhanced tournament results.
  • Integrated swing analysis technology and launch monitors to accelerate learning and provide data-driven feedback.
  • Led junior golf development programs that increased participation, skill levels, and long-term engagement.
  • Built strong client loyalty by fostering a positive, high-energy learning environment that motivates players to achieve their goals.

Project Manager

Wellstar Health System
01.2016 - 12.2020
  • Designed and implemented training programs for clinical staff, ensuring adoption of new processes and best practices, resulting in over $850,000 in revenue.
  • Selected to serve as the lead consultant for the design of a new 156K square foot emergency department, advising on pathways for optimizing processes, staffing plans, patient access and flow, and transitional planning activities.
  • Lead Consultant on process improvement initiative to reduce hospital readmission rate, engaging improved discharge planning processes and patient communication to produce over 370 avoided readmissions and $4.7M in cost savings.

Director, Medical Operations

U.S. Army
01.2013 - 12.2014
  • Directed training, credentialing, and performance oversight for 8,500+ medical personnel across multiple facilities.
  • Coordinated large-scale training sessions for 4,500 service members, strengthening individual/team readiness and performance for combat operations.
  • Awarded the Bronze Star Medal for leadership excellence in an austere combat environment.
  • Conducted regular meetings with department heads to review progress on strategic initiatives.
  • Recruited, trained, supervised, evaluated and mentored over 250 staff members.

Senior Manager, Operations & Training

U.S. Army
01.2012 - 12.2013
  • Guided operations across 40+ facilities, implementing standardized training programs and process improvements.
  • Played a pivotal role in launching the Army’s first Patient-Centered Medical Home, improving service delivery by 20%.
  • Engaged 125+ multidisciplinary personnel to executing strategy to build and develop teams, with a focus on leader development for advancement of high-potential internal talent. Controlled $7.5M operating budget and $12M+ in equipment.

Education

B.S. - Business Administration

Columbia Southern University

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt -

Villanova University

Lean Innovation & Management -

Villanova University

Certification in Agile & Scrum

Villanova University
Villanova, PA

Skills

  • Golf Instruction
  • Swing Analysis
  • Player Development Programs
  • Training
  • Mentorship
  • Group Clinics
  • Junior Golf Programs
  • Performance Tracking
  • Video Analysis
  • Mental Game
  • Strategy Development
  • Client Engagement
  • Client Retention
  • Leadership
  • Team building

Websites

Education And Certifications

  • USGTF Associate Teaching Member Certification
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Villanova University
  • Lean Innovation & Management, Villanova University
  • B.S. in Business Administration, Columbia Southern University

Accomplishments

  • Awarded the Bronze Star Medal for valor.

Certification

  • United States Golf Teaching Federation

Timeline

Golf Instructor

Z Golf Lab
01.2020 - Current

Project Manager

Wellstar Health System
01.2016 - 12.2020

Director, Medical Operations

U.S. Army
01.2013 - 12.2014

Senior Manager, Operations & Training

U.S. Army
01.2012 - 12.2013

B.S. - Business Administration

Columbia Southern University

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt -

Villanova University

Lean Innovation & Management -

Villanova University

Certification in Agile & Scrum

Villanova University

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