Facility: Colwood Golf Center PGA Member Since: 2005 How did you get into golf as a career? I grew up in the golf business — my parents met while working at Willamette Valley Country Club in the late 1960s. Spending my childhood around the course, I began helping my father run junior camps at age 14, and … Read more
Rob Gibbons, PGA played in Hudson Cup Matches in 1986-89, 1991, 1997-2003, 2005, 2008-2011, 2016 and 2017. He played in the Senior Hudson Cup Matches in 2013-2015, 2018-2024. He received the Larry Lamberger Award in 2009 and co-captained the Senior Professional team with Jeff Coston in 2010. In 2025, he is captaining the Professional team. … Read more
Dan Hixson’s Vision Shines at Indian Canyon and Beyond PGA Professional and golf course architect Dan Hixson has made a lasting impact on Northwest golf—most recently through a standout bunker renovation at Indian Canyon Golf Course in Spokane, just in time for this year’s Rosauers Open Invitational. Known for his thoughtful restorations and original designs … Read more
Facility: Esmeralda Golf Course Hometown: Spokane, WA PGA Member Since: 2012 With a passion for coaching and a dedication to growing the game, Michelle Grafos, PGA, of Esmeralda Golf Course has transformed youth golf programs through her innovative and engaging approach. A Spokane, Washington native, Grafos didn’t start playing golf until her sophomore year of high school. With … Read more
Facility: Bandon Dunes – Old Macdonald Hometown: Freeland, PA PGA Member Since: 2023 Jessica McClellan, PGA is the 2024 Merchandiser of the Year in the Resort category. Under her guidance, gross merchandise sales at Old Macdonald have seen significant growth. Jessica’s innovative stocking strategies and expert product knowledge have been instrumental in managing limited storage space … Read more
How did you get into golf as a career and who were your mentors? My first job in the golf industry was in high school as a player services employee at The Hills of Lakeway in Austin, Texas. Frequent visits from touring pros Ben Crenshaw and Tom Kite as well as Director of Golf Chuck … Read more