Nick Clearwater

“A veteran amongst the veterans. There is no other who carries the values of GOLFTEC & SkyTrak so highly each and every day.”

“Nick wears many hats but he is central to both our instruction program and our IP program. His intellect and golf expertise helped us build an IP portfolio which reflects the innovative technologies which he helped to develop.”

“With the changes and addition of SkyTrak, Nick has taken on several new challenges in addition to his role as head of instruction. Nick is evaluating product, building and testing software, consulting on future product.”

“Nick is a deserving recipient of the Veteran of the Year award, having demonstrated exceptional dedication and expertise in his contributions to both SkyTrak and GOLFTEC. His pivotal role in the development of the SkyTrak Plus and the GOLFTEC App showcases his deep knowledge and innovative approach. Nick’s leadership skills are evident in his management of a high-performing team, ensuring that our coaches remain the best in the business. His commitment to excellence and his ability to handle multiple significant projects simultaneously embody the values and professionalism that define the GOLFTEC & SkyTrak TEAM. Nick’s contributions over the past year have not only been instrumental in our successes but also in reinforcing the strong foundation of our team.”

Susie Coll

“Susie is hardworking, honest and does the job of several people. As the Director of Payroll and Benefits, she truly cares about her fellow coworkers and GTE as a whole. Behind the scenes, she works tirelessly to keep up with the high demand of her role.”

“Susie makes it happen and much of that is done behind the scenes. Susie is always the first to try and help the TEAM and continuously goes above and beyond.”

“Susie has a depth of knowledge and is always willing to help teach others her expertise! She always displays the values of our company and does so in a professional manner. She is always willing to help TEAM members when needed.”

“Susie is an amazing manager. She has been encouraging and patient with me as I learned about GOLFTEC benefits and her excel spreadsheets. I know I scared her at first, but with her honesty, willingness to give feedback, and compassion, I have learned so much and am continuing to grow in my position. She is a great mentor to me because she goes above and beyond to help each and every employee. She truly cares about the employees and their families. She motivates me to do the best I can and to keep trying. She also reaches out to learn what I need to perform better and is also interested in what is going on in my life personally. She is fun, and I know by speaking with the team, she is well-liked and respected. I am very grateful that she is my manager.”

Desmond Briones

“I couldn’t have asked for a better employee. He sees a problem, he fills the gap. We’d be a lot better off if we had a bunch of Desmond’s.”

“In my 20-year professional career, I don’t know if I have seen a new employee integrate himself to the company and team quicker and more passionately than Desmond. His attitude and drive are one of a kind. There is never a time he isn’t smiling, and his knowledge and work ethic make him one of the most valuable members of the team. We are simply a worse company without Desmond.”

“Des was able to wear 1,000 hats all at once during the transition to the new platform.”

Dave Pauley

“He comes with a great attitude every day and overachieved his goal. He always raises his hand for more and never complains.”

“Wearing multiple hats in sales and closing big deals.”

“Strong leader in sales.”

Chris Koske

“Put together a fantastic team to help take SkyTrak to the next level.”

“Chris always keeps his cool and is a great leader and visionary!”

Evan Jones

“I’m amazed at Evan’s knowledge and ability with any accounting problem. He is brilliant with Excel and amazing with numbers, but his best quality is his willingness to take on any accounting challenge, get to the root problem, and present the best solution. He never says no to a challenge. I’m amazed at the volume of work that he continues to take on.”

“Evan is the foundation of the Accounting Team. I hear nothing but positivity from his TEAM regarding his willingness to jump at problems and provide solutions. GOLFTEC is lucky to have someone of his caliber.”

Jeremy Klecker

“Jeremy has led his team by example, and I think it shows with the respect he has from his team. He has often shown incredible dedication in the hours he works and dedication he has shown to get the job done. Jeremy has always been quick to jump on requests that relate to supporting the PMs and helps problem solve as needed. Great to have Jeremy on the team.”

“Jeremy always comes to work with a smile on. His positive attitude is infectious. In addition to being an all-around nice guy, he has done some additional amazing work. He has taken the time to create KPI reporting that gives us better visibility to our expenses and processes. He’s been the driving force behind the soon-to-be implementation of a new AP Automation software. He has coordinated the cleanup of all past-due invoices for nearly every one of our OEMs. Couldn’t ask for a better AP Manager.”

John Williams

“Has given me a lot of support this past year. THANK YOU JOHN.”

“John’s expertise in GOLFTEC and expanding knowledge of HR-related items is invaluable and could not be replaced at GOLFTEC. I can’t identify one value he embodies better than others because he embodies them ALL!!!”

Patrick Nuber

“Patrick is always there to lend a hand, open to share his knowledge, and always takes the time to help anyone who needs it.”

“Patrick has been a great person to work with every day. Patrick has been essential in getting coaches trained, creating new content, and organizing several other big projects. His hard work and contributions to the TQ team should be recognized.”

Sean Kennedy

“Has a significant impact on the day-to-day operations at HQ.”

“He works calmly under a lot of pressure and is always able to make time to help with so many different projects.”

Ron Laskowski

“Day after day, week after week, month after month, year after year, this guy produces at a top level. No one, including myself, will ever know or appreciate all of the hours he puts into the job. He considers every project a personal challenge and takes great pride in his work…considers every project his own and doesn’t leave or rest until the project is completed to HIS satisfaction, which at times exceeds the company’s satisfaction. He has left blood and sweat at many centers…probably some tears too, but we will never know. He is a rock steady performer and I can expect the same outcome no matter the project. He is a great value to the company.”

“Ron has done a great job leading his team while short-handed and through loss. He remained a valuable resource and delivered great results with a heavier than expected workload.”

Amy Gill

“It never ceases to amaze me how much Amy Gill does for GOLFTEC. It always seems like she’s running here and there, bouncing in between the warehouse and the office; there’s never a dull moment! Her upbeat attitude brings positive vibes to the office, and it’s a pleasure working alongside her.”

Beth Neuerburg

“Has done such a great job in terms of turning around deliverables, knowing the expectations of her role, great insight into the WHY behind the business and assumptions she has made. Rock of the finance team in many ways.”

Brent Stewart

“Brent’s dedication to the GOLFTEC team is unwavering as a truly passionate leader that always wants the best for his team and his work. He has provided a great deal of professional guidance with authentic insight that has always provided valuable professional and life lessons.”

Cassidy Earles

“Able to help with tasks no matter who the individual is and always is willing to go the extra mile.”

Chad Covak

“Hardworking all the time for GOLFTEC and SkyTrak.”

Chris Kieck

“Chris is like fine wine – he gets better every year. He does a great job on every project he is assigned to; most recently, the Holiday Campaign! I enjoy working with Chris and have enjoyed watching him become a veteran and seeing his contributions to our brand.”

Courtney Smith

“Since she joined us, Courtney has always gone out of her way to help out in any way that she can no matter what her workload is. She kills it at keeping things organized and working through tough problems.”

Don Thorup

“Don’s leadership and knowledge have been beneficial to help the SkyTrak Team move forward.”

Edward Stutz

“Buddy has been extremely valuable in getting our new stores connected on time despite difficulties from the internet providers and store locations, managing the launch and installation of projectors, helping to manage support of our SkyTraks in bays, and generally being there to take on any challenge through to the finish line. He’s always willing to jump on any project he’s assigned, and we can rest assured that he won’t let it go until he’s seen it through to the end.”

Eric Hird

“Eric is always reliable. I can count on Eric to solve any problem.”

Ethan Wood

“Ethan’s constantly troubleshooting and fixing issues not only at HQ but also out in the field. He deals with GOLFTEC issues as well as those with SkyTrak. He always is timely and handles situations quickly and efficiently.”

Flynn McClain

“Flynn does an amazing job keeping many ships sailing. His knowledge of the entire business is so valuable to all. His team is great to work with and developing into a powerhouse. Tons of his work goes unnoticed as he just steps up and does what needs to be done, including moving gift orders, becoming a barefoot swing influencer, and whatever else is needed to keep GOLFTEC moving forward.”

Khoa Mai

“Khoa has been a huge help this year! A very worthy winner of Veteran of the Year because of the IMPROVEMENT he’s helped make to the GOLFTEC App, Clubhouse, shop.golftec.com, and so much more. It’s been great to build a stronger connection with Khoa this year. He perfectly exemplifies the value of TEAM with how much passion he brings to problem-solve, communicate, and go above-and-beyond to make GOLFTEC better.”

Jason Emken

“Jason is the foundation of the Accounting Department. He has great institutional knowledge and knows the ins-and-outs of everything related to GOLFTEC and SkyTrak. He is passionate about his job and it shows through his work. We are very fortunate as a company to have such a dedicated & knowledgeable individual running our department.”

Jeremy Beck

“Jeremy’s understanding of all aspects of our business, the way he manages all his direct reports, and the way he leads by example in the representation of our four core values is inspiring. He challenges people, but he is always fair. Jeremy is an essential part of our business and we are lucky to have him.”

Josh Troyer

“Always ready and willing to take on a to-do and do a great job. He crushes all his tasks for GOLFTEC, tests and supports development items for SkyTrak, and even tolerated Dave Baltzer in South Africa for a week (which by itself is award-worthy) while getting our newest franchise up and rocking.”

Jordan Vogler

“Showed me the ropes the first couple of months by educating me on the history of SkyTrak and how the software works.”

Michael Martinez

“Huge part of our distribution success.”

Michael Mathis

“Always on top of his game with his institutional knowledge of the business. Mathis is always willing to answer any question or help in any way. He is a great leader for the finance team and always there for a laugh.”

Morgan Grimshaw

“Morgan has been doing a tremendous amount of work on a lot of different projects that will greatly improve our digital presence. He does this while keeping a positive attitude.”

Nick Evans

“Nick goes above and beyond at every turn. He is the guy that will help everyone else, regardless of the time of day, day of the week, or how many chats or calls he’s currently already on.”

Robert Klados

“Robert works long hours and does an outstanding job keeping the QA TEAM organized. His TEAM contributes to every release or update in CaddyMaster, SkyTrak, Clubhouse, and the mobile apps. They have been instrumental in allowing us to start the New Membership Field Test and start selling Gift Cards. Ops, Marketing, and Finance all benefit greatly from the work the QA TEAM does, and I cannot think of anyone who contributes more to the value of IMPROVEMENT than Robert Klados.”

Sabrina Naccarato

“For taking on more responsibilities and delivering great content to students.”

Sakal Heng

“He’s provided great insight for compliance while enabling us to be innovative.”

Stephen Weigel

“Stephen is your go-to person when you need help finding a solution to your problem. He also might be one of the hardest-working people at GOLFTEC for digging into the piles and piles of data we store to help tell the story of our company. Whether it is sales history, app usage, or how many lessons a Student took at one particular Center 17 years ago – he’s going to help you the best he can.”

Taylor Bartlett

“His work on the website and Shopify speaks for itself!”

Ted Iandola

“Theodore stepped into a new role with enthusiasm and drive. He never shrinks from a challenge and consistently goes the extra mile. He selflessly helps where he can (regardless of if it is his responsibility or not) and maintains a cool and professional demeanor at all times…even when the heat is on.”

Thane Hoffman

“Thane came in helped immediately with reporting needs across many departments.”

Tom Howard

“Tom ran point on launching GOLFTEC’s first-ever on-course play in the GOLFTEC app, and it came out amazing.”

VJ Walbridge

“VJ is always willing to step in and help. He is solutions-oriented, positive, and always finds a way to yes. I’m grateful for VJ.”