The Turn

In this episode, Julia and co-host Dolf May visit with Golfzon America's CEO Sean Pyun and VP of Business Development Jimmy McDonald for an exciting and fascinating update on the company's simulator products - the most advanced in the world - and Golfzon America's continued expansion into the US market... most recently partnering with Troon in the development of the Golfzon Social concept.

Golfzon America is a division of Golfzon. Based in Seoul, South Korea, Golfzon has been producing the gold standard of simulators for the last 20 years and has a presence in 63 countries at 11,000+ locations, with users enjoying and competing in more than 90 million rounds annually. One fun fact - more than 7.6 billion shots are tracked by their technology - every year!

In this episode, Julia and Kris are joined by Troon Revenue Managers Andy Sorensen and John Tidenberg to chat about the benefits of employing dynamic pricing techniques to maximize profit, tee sheet efficiency, operations, guest experience, and more. To learn how revenue management can help your club, contact asorensen@troon.com or john.tidenberg@troon.com.

Julia and Kris are joined by Andy Stockinger (General Manager at Madinaty Golf Club in Egypt) and Chris Geraghty (General Manager at Vattanac Golf Resort in Cambodia) to chat about the global options available through a career with Troon. Listen in as they share their joys, lessons, languages, travels, and personal growth while working for Troon in India, Bahrain, Costa Rica, Egypt, and Cambodia. The world is small, get out and see it!

In this episode, Julia is joined by Alexis Moniello of RealFood Hospitality, Strategy & Design (a Troon company), with guests Roxann Diaz (National Account Manager with Boston Beer Company) and Amy Probasco (Mixologist with Beam Suntory) to chat about all things NA. Ranging from zero alcohol to low alcohol-by-volume (ABV), the options today are plentiful for those who want to drink mindfully, go damp, or even completely dry. Cheers!

In this episode, Julia is joined by Troon's Chief Development Officer Scott Van Newkirk, Troon International Division President DJ Flanders, and Troon International VP of Agronomy Simon Doyle to chat about what's ongoing, new and coming soon around the globe. With 40+ properties in 20+ countries, this episode presents an exciting look at the people and cultures that comprise the Troon International brand and make Troon a truly global company - plus we've added in a few trends, travel hacks, and culinary adventures to make things interesting! 

In wrapping up 2023, Kris and co-host Dolf May chat with Patrick Koenig, world record holder for the most courses played in one year during his RGV (Recreational Golf Vehicle) Tour 2.0, powered by Golf GameBook.

In this inspirational episode, Julia and Kris are joined by Troon COO Mike Ryan and Lieutenant Colonel Dan Rooney, decorated fighter pilot, Class A Member of the PGA, and founder of the Folds of Honor, a leading non-profit organization that provides educational scholarships for children and spouses of fallen or disabled military service members and first responders. Since 2007, the foundation has provided nearly 51,000 life-changing scholarships totaling approximately $240 million. Over the last 15 years, close to 350 Troon facilities have helped raise a combined $4,242,570 toward that cause, with 2023 being a record year. 

What goes better together than BBQ and summertime? In this episode, Julia and Kris are joined by Ed Doyle and special guest Andy Husbands for a fun chat and best kept secrets for creating world-class BBQ. Andy is the Owner and Pitmaster of The Smoke Shop BBQ, with six locations in the Boston area, and author of six cookbooks, including Backyard BBQ and Pitmaster (over 100,000 copies sold). 

In this episode, Julia and Kris close out Troon Family Golf Month by chatting with Ryan Mahoney and Josh McCormack, who share the title of 2023 Troon Coach of the Year.

In honor of Family Golf Month, Julia and Kris have a heartwarming chat with Jennifer Weiler, Senior Vice President of Network Relations for the PGA TOUR First Tee Foundation, and special guest Steve Outlaw - Troon Director of Sales & Marketing and First Tee alum. 

Join Kris and Julia for a chat with professional golfer, Cheyenne Woods, about her own love of the game and personal advice to those who want to get into - or get better at - the game of golf.

Let's keep the groove going on Player Development Month! In this episode, Julia and guest host Steve Loesher dive into Operation 36 with founders Matt Reagan and Ryan Dailey to learn about the programming and technology guiding new players into the game of golf while supporting players, parents, coaches, and facilities.

May is Troon Player Development Month! Join Julia and guest hosts Phillip Martin and Tim Mahoney as they explore the resources available to players of all levels through the new Golf Mind & Body app. Tim and app founder Mark Wood share what they've learned in their 40+ year coaching careers, and listeners will also hear some bonus tips from Justin James, World Long Drive Champion and featured coaching talent on the Golf Mind & Body platform. 

Tune in as Julia and Kris chat with Haylie Lessard, Director of Membership at Manchester Country Club, and Joelle Creamer, Brand Development Lead for RealFood Hospitality, Strategy, and Design, about planning for the club's centennial celebration.

In this episode, Julia and Kris speak with Dr. Marlene Sotelo and Paige Thomas of the Els for Autism Foundation, whose global mission it is to "transform the lives of people with autism and those who care for them through lifetime services and collaborative partnerships." During the month of April, participating Troon courses are encouraging players to donate their score in order to help the Foundation create a world of limitless possibilities for those with autism spectrum disorder. 

In this special F&B edition of The Turn, Julia and co-host Ed Doyle of RealFood Hospitality, Strategy, and Design chat with Bob Barrett, Founder of Honours Golf, for an inside look into the F&B lessons to be learned as an attendee at Golf's First Major for the last 60+ years.

It's Women's History Month 2023, and in this episode Kris and Julia sit down with Kristy Edwards, General Manager of Jackson Park and South Shore Golf Courses of Chicago Park District Golf to chat about women in golf who have impacted our past, present and future.

In this episode, Kris and Julia are joined by Matthew Rose, Founder and CEO of ClubUp, a leading golf service and technology company acquired by Troon in 2022. Founded in 2016, ClubUp provides innovative technology that helps improve the caddie experience for golfers and caddies at partner clubs and resorts. Additionally, ClubUp technology offers a more efficient way to schedule and communicate with caddies working at a partner club property. The improved communication and efficient logistics provided by ClubUp technology yield significant productivity improvements for caddie programs. 

In this episode, Kris and Troon agronomy colleague Brie Kenny take a peek into the inspiring group of female turf specialists who came together to volunteer at the 2023 Sentry Tournament of Champions at Kapalua in Maui, including:

• Kimberly Gard - Territory Manager for Syngenta
• Carey Hofner - Superintendent of the Valley Course at The Club at Cordillera
• Morgan Taylor - Assistant Superintendent at Robert Trent Jones Magnolia Grove
• Noel Popoli - Assistant Superintendent at The Olympic Club

Listen in with Kris and Julia and hear great programming ideas from Atusa Freyer, Naperville Country Club, and Devin Lowe, Ak Chin Southern Dunes. From calendar standards to trending events and pop ups, these club professionals share best practices that anyone in the club world can use. "Ritas and Fajitas," anyone?