Brandon Lozano

“Brandon shows a high level of integrity in all his work. In his position, there’s a lot of feedback, and he takes it all in and strives forward with an incredibly positive attitude. He never complains that direction has changed or work he just did might need to be redone again – he takes the feedback on with a great sense of pride always working toward accomplishing the best end product possible. He helps train others, he continues to improve his skill sets, and is willing to jump in to help with any projects.”

“Brandon is someone that you can rely on no matter the task.”

Jay Buss

“Jay is the kind of guy that will let you know what’s going through his head. His candor can be abrasive, but he is always on the right track with what he is saying. He’s not one to shy away from the unpleasant conversations and will do what he can to help the situation get better.”

“Anytime I run into an issue on the support end that I can’t figure out, Jay is the first one I go to. He is very knowledgeable and always brings positive energy to our Wednesday meetings.”

Jeremy Klecker

“Jeremy is such a hard worker. As the Accounts Payable Manager, he really cares about his team. He is a great listener and will help you out with any question or task.”

“Really sets a good example for his peers and keeps his team on track! Working with his department has been amazing this past year!”

John Williams

“John leads by example, and he takes responsibility for many departments. His commitment to GOLFTEC shows through his leadership.”

“John is always willing to put forth the effort to respond to matters in a way that balances company interests vs. employee interest. He tries to do the right thing at all times and does so keeping in mind the humanity in everything.”

Josh Miller

“I trust Josh whether it be with work issues or personal issues and know he will always try to help me with whatever it is. He is extremely responsible in and out of the office and enjoys his company.”

“Josh is as consistent as they come and always strives to do what is right. Josh treats others fairly and acts with integrity consistently.”

Josh Troyer

“He’s usually the first one in the building and the last one to leave. If anyone should get this award, it should be him.”

“Josh is a dependable teammate and is great to work with every day.”

Michael Mathis

“Always striving to get better and help everybody. A true class act.”

“He is always willing to jump in on new projects and leads his team with integrity.”

Sean Kennedy

“The description says it all! This TEAM member sets a positive example of reliability and dependability on a daily basis and has the courage to uphold honesty, trust, fairness, respect, and responsibility, even when it is difficult to do so.”

“Sean is someone you can always count on to get the job done! He is always willing to help resolve a problem and he consistently exudes his ability to be reliable, dependable, and does so with respect.”

Amy Gill

“Amy fully manages all the projects where she is needed. Her job handling GBOSH with all the moving parts amazes me. She always accepts full responsibility and is very dependable. I truly enjoy working with Amy and appreciate her help when needed.”

Amy Lynn

“Amy is the Jane of all Trades. She wears so many hats that it’s difficult to give her a title. Her knowledge is broad. The thing I like best about Amy is her willingness to help others do their job better and to help figure out a better way to do things. I know I can go to Amy with any problem and her discretion is second to none. Perhaps her best quality is to listen to criticism and to turn that criticism into positive energy. Her southern drawl is also fun to listen to.”

Bryan Collins

“Bryan always handles any situation with honesty and integrity. He constantly works to try and improve his craft and approaches every situation fairly. He’s a role model for other employees.”

Brad Thorberg

“Brad makes me feel comfortable in the workplace. He is very approachable, and I never feel hesitant to ask him questions.”

Chad Covak

“Chad may be the most under-the-radar impactful person in this company at his level. Chad shows so much leadership, support, and expertise in problem-solving for the entire company, not just his team. He deserves to be recognized as such an important figure.”

Chris Koske

“Always on point with his team and reliable to get things done.”

Chris Kieck

“Chris Kieck is one of the first people I go to when I want a 100% honest opinion on anything I’m working on. I know I get transparent feedback, and it is always delivered with respect as well as suggestions and advice. And I know if I need to flip the script and give Chris feedback on his work, he receives it gracefully and welcoming. His integrity is just ONE of the many qualities that make him a great human, and we’re lucky to have Chris as a co-worker.”

Dave Baltzer

“Another loud, booming voice which rattles the halls of HQ, this guy seems to be a fixture of stability. In his role, he is continuously making sound, logical decisions that direct and guide our franchisees. His thought process is always thorough and fair. He seems to favor fair more than he does right or wrong, which I appreciate. There are times where the letter of the rules doesn’t always match the intent of the rule, and he helps to find the gray area which ends up being fair to all parties involved.”

Desmond Brionnes

“A fantastic member of the team who always puts company initiatives first and thinking about new avenues to push and improve our awareness on.”

Eric Benner

“He’s a genuine, good-hearted person – always spreading positive vibes.”

Ethan Wood

“Ethan is a consistent help at HQ. Whether it’s a personal need, help with a new hire, or just an ear to lend; Ethan is there to take care of anyone who needs assistance.”

Jake Butler

“Jake communicates honestly and transparently with the TEAM. He always maintains his composure during high-stress situations. He sets a great example for our team through his commitment to high standards, quality work, and excellence.”

Jeremy Beck

“Always seems to have a fair, unbiased approach.”

John Spagnola

“John’s dedication to his craft, the business needs, his fellow TEAM members, and his own professional growth make him the perfect candidate for the Integrity Award. Every day he inspires me, his peers, and his colleagues to set a positive example and do what’s right, even in the face of difficult circumstances. He’s an incredibly important and well-respected mentor, manager, and TEAMMATE to so many people.”

Josh Jurgens

“Josh is always trying to improve through feedback along with giving beneficial feedback for the OPS TEAM. He holds himself to a high standard for his position which helps him hold his Regional Managers to a high standard.”

Jonathan Wells

“Jonathan always keeps his cool and a positive attitude even in the most difficult times. He sets a good example for everyone to follow.”

Mike Helfrich

“When I think of INTEGRITY, I think of Mike. Working with him on the OEM club fitting side of things, not only have I learned a lot, but have seen firsthand how to conduct business when uncomfortable conversations and decisions need to be made. He has helped me tremendously in growing working relationships with business partners.”

Patrick Nuber

“Patrick is a great person at work and outside of work. He takes care of the people around him with integrity and kindness. He is true to his word (i.e., pushing me outside of my comfort zone to take golf lessons) and really cares about the people here. I witnessed his integrity and compassion at an outside work event which really earned my respect for him. He goes out of his way to make sure I have all I need to give the benefit presentations at GTU1. I know he is well respected by the coaches and pushes them to be the best they can be.”

Rik Falcon

“Great human being. Always finds a way to yes with a positive attitude.”

Ron Laskowski

“Ever since I started at GOLFTEC in 2017, our Real Estate team has been going 110% to relocate, remodel, and build out all our new centers. Keeping contractors and subcontractors on task, often from a distance, has got to be a challenge. Ron continues to keep those projects on track, so that we can keep growing our business.”

Sean Bigney

“Always keeps his head up in a very hard position!”

Sabrina Naccarato

“Sabrina manages to build on her expertise every year and brings insight to a complicated role in our department. Its been great to work with Sabrina as she learns, and teaches her team, the tools that help us communicate with our students. Its inspiring to see how she adapts to a changing digital landscape with a positive attitude and ideas.”

VJ Walbridge

“VJ is always looking to do things better, open-minded, and there any time he’s needed. One of the most dependable colleagues I have ever had at any company.”