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Leadership on the Links

Tyler Bloom
Golf Course Management
Turf Management
Leadership
Golf Industry
Mentorship
Career Development
Sustainability
Leadership Development
NYSTA Apprenticeship Program
Work-Life Balance
Women In Leadership
Networking
Workplace Culture
Golf
Oakmont Country Club
Women In Golf
Team Culture
Workforce Trends
Gcsaa
Workforce Development

Welcome to Leadership on the Links, the essential podcast for golf course superintendents, general managers, and executives who are passionate about mastering the art of golf course management. Hosted by Tyler Bloom, this podcast brings you into the world of golf course leadership with insightful interviews, expert advice, and actionable strategies designed to help you excel in your role. Each epi... more

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Summary OUR 100TH EPISODE! In this exciting, milestone episode of Leadership on the Links, Tyler Bloom and Meredith Otero sit down with Jeff Morgan, CEO of the Club Management Association of America (CMAA), to explore what the future holds for privat... more

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In this episode of Leadership on the Links, we sit down with Paul Hurst, founder of Greens Pro and one of the golf industry's most recognizable voices in independent distribution. Paul shares his unlikely path from aspiring law... more

In this episode of Leadership on the Links, we sit down with Danny Gwyn, Vice President of Golf Course Maintenance at Concert Golf Partners, one of the top owner-operator golf companies in the country. Danny brings over 40 years of experience in the ... more

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In this episode of Leadership on the Links, we sit down with John Ballard, a 27-year golf industry veteran and former Superintendent at Valhalla Golf Club, to talk about one of the most underexplored topics in the tur... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Morgan
Executive/leader involved with CMAA and the private club management community
Club Managers Association of America (CMAA)
Episode: 100 | A Milestone Moment: Inside the Future of Private Club Management with Jeff Morgan
Paul Hurst
Founder/CEO of Greens Pro
Greens Pro
Episode: 099 | Sales, Superintendents and Golf's Workforce Problem with Paul Hurst
Danny Gwyn
Executive at Concert Golf Partners
Concert Golf Partners
Episode: 098 | Concert Golf Partners Golf Course Maintenance Division and Growing Turf Talent
John Ballard
Valhalla superintendent and later Simplot role holder
Simplot; former Valhalla Golf Club; former University of Louisville leadership
Episode: 097 | From Valhalla to the Field: How John Ballard Traded the Fairways for a New Career Path
Aaron Dawson
Founder of Viewpoint EQ, consulting to improve team dynamics through Berkman assessments
Viewpoint EQ
Episode: 096 | Self-Awareness, Alignment & the Leadership Edge: Unlocking Your Best Self with Aaron Dawson
Holly Farrell
General Manager, The Oaks Club
The Oaks Club (Sarasota area)
Episode: 094 | Building Trust on the Turf: How Superintendents Win Over Members, GMs, and Boards
Brian D'Agostino
Member and Greens Committee/Governance participant
The Oaks Club (and previously Ivanhoe Club, Chicago)
Episode: 094 | Building Trust on the Turf: How Superintendents Win Over Members, GMs, and Boards
Ken Mangum
Industry icon in golf course management with vast experience in course improvement and management.
Consultant and former director at Atlanta Athletic Club
Episode: 091 | The Unexpected Power of Playing Golf to Build Industry Influence and Trust with Ken Mangum
Kenton Brunson
General Manager at Mid Ocean Club, career transitioned from superintendent to club management.
Mid Ocean Club
Episode: 090 | From Turf to the Boardroom: Kenton Brunson on Education, Leadership, and the GM Path

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Tyler Bloom
Host focusing on leadership in golf course management

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#91
United States/Sports/Golf
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#154
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#185
France/Sports/Golf
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#193
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#86
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#87
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#136
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#147
Spain/Sports/Golf
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#231
Ireland/Sports/Golf

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097 | From Valhalla to the Field: How John Ballard Traded the Fairways for a New Career Path
Q: How did your early career path lead you to Valhalla and then to Simplot?
John describes a progression from internships and early roles to a superintendent position at Audubon, followed by a move to Valhalla through networks and relationships, and finally transitioning to a distributor-facing role at Simplot that leverages his turf expertise.
098 | Concert Golf Partners Golf Course Maintenance Division and Growing Turf Talent
Q: What advice would you give on how superintendents can be better ambassadors for their club and department, beyond being technically proficient?
Superintendents should be highly visible at member events, communicate proactively, and maintain a professional demeanor. They should share updates and plans, demonstrate that issues are seen and addressed, and foster a culture where members understand what is being done to improve the course and experience.
098 | Concert Golf Partners Golf Course Maintenance Division and Growing Turf Talent
Q: What does a normal day look like for you in your current role overseeing multiple clubs across the Concert portfolio?
The day is a balance of travel, strategy, and keeping an eye on the bigger picture while empowering regional teams. The focus is on leadership, capital projects, and ensuring there is autonomy at the superintendent level to execute their plans while staying aligned with Concert's overall objectives.
094 | Building Trust on the Turf: How Superintendents Win Over Members, GMs, and Boards
Q: What criteria do you look for in hiring a director of agronomy or golf course superintendent?
A mix of budget and capital planning knowledge, data and technology fluency, leadership and team-building ability, and a strategic mindset that aligns with the club's long-term goals; communication and cultural fit are also key.
094 | Building Trust on the Turf: How Superintendents Win Over Members, GMs, and Boards
Q: What differentiators stood out when choosing a top candidate for a superintendent or director of agronomy?
Authenticity, practical communication, ability to answer questions concisely without fluff, cultural fit with the club, leadership presence, and demonstrated expertise that earns immediate trust from the team and board.

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What is Leadership on the Links about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on golf club leadership, focusing on how superintendents, general managers, and senior staff lead teams, manage facilities, and drive member experience. Episodes blend practical governance, budgeting, hiring, and culture with hands-on turf insights, technology, and sustainability. A recurring thread is the evolving role of leadership in clubs and public courses alike, from coordinating cross-department efforts at CMAA and GCSAA events to mentoring the next generation of superintendents. Notable elements include a strong emphasis on team culture, mentorship, and the strategic use of visuals and storytelling to elevate club branding and member engagement, along with embedded sponsor messages tied to talent strategy and workf... more

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Recent guests on Leadership on the Links include:

1. Jeff Morgan
2. Paul Hurst
3. Danny Gwyn
4. John Ballard
5. Aaron Dawson
6. Holly Farrell
7. Brian D'Agostino
8. Ken Mangum

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