Those of you in Washington are probably aware of the unprecedented steps being taken to increase social distancing and limit direct social interactions as the effort is made to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus. Monday, Washington Governor Inslee signed a couple of new proclamations to further advance this effort. There are specific directives … Read more
Your Board of Directors met this morning to address the impact of the rapidly changing situation with the Coronavirus and the unknown nature of what the immediate future will be in relation to the spread and impact of this disease. These are uncertain times and your Board is committed to making decisions in the best … Read more
Bill Shea, PGA, Director of Golf at The Cedars at Dungeness, received the Section’s highest honor in being chosen as the 2019 Golf Professional of the Year. Bill has the depth of commitment and dedication to service that make him the model PGA Golf Professional. Currently President of the Western Washington Chapter, Bill has served … Read more
It’s amazing that the markets have been so resilient up until late February with the rapid spread of the Coronavirus. Maybe it’s because recent history with stocks and viruses is that markets overact, leading to significant buying opportunities along the way. Over a 38-day trading period during the height of the SARS virus back in … Read more
I’ve been talking about the “three-legged stool of customer engagement” for a couple of years now, and the best part for me is how many PGA professionals, employers and stakeholders in the business of golf are catching on to the concept. To reiterate, Customer Engagement accomplishes and drives many tangible benefits for the facility, the … Read more
Chapter Meetings kick off on Sunday, February 16 with the Inland Empire Chapter Meeting at the Coeur d’ Alene Resort. President Sean Fredrickson and I will be there to hear from you and also share a few things that are headed your way this season. An officer and I will attend every spring meeting so … Read more