CEO of @GCSAA | Husband | Father | Fitness junkie | Outdoors enthusiast
Joined May 2013
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Jun 10
The future of golf will be shaped by two things: our willingness to learn and our willingness to connect. Grateful to be at #MCOR26 with industry leaders discussing AI, economics, labor, water, and innovation while strengthening the relationships that move our industry forward.
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Jun 8
Larry Powell embodies the best of the superintendent profession. A 56-yr @GCSAA member, he brings unmatched work ethic, care, & love for the land to #ClearviewGC Larry isn’t just maintaining a golf course—he’s preserving a legacy. Honored to spend time with him today.
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Jun 8
Congratulations to @ClearviewGolf on 80 remarkable years. William Powell’s vision created a lasting legacy of perseverance and opportunity in golf. Great to celebrate this milestone alongside Reggie Jackson and so many others honoring this special place.
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May 27
Excellence doesn’t happen by accident. 👏
Congrats to the newly & recertified CGCS members who’ve invested in their profession, their facilities the future of golf course management.
See the full list — and learn how you can pursue CGCS certification: gcsaa.org/career/certificati…
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May 20
Spending time in New Orleans with industry and show partners talking about what’s ahead for the 2027 #GCSAAConference. Really appreciate the partnerships and ideas. Have to say, it’s pretty exciting to bring @GCSAA back to New Orleans after all these years!
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May 14
Millions will watch #PGAchampionship @Aronimink What they won’t see are the 2 am. alarms, weather stress and countless hrs behind the scenes to make it happen. Salute to superintendent John Gosselin, his agronomy team and all volunteers. Proud of this 40-yr @GCSAA member and crew
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May 5
Another great day on Capitol Hill—this time giving back. Honored to help restore the gold signatures at the 56 Signers Memorial. As America’s 250th nears, a reminder of the courage that shaped our nation—and our responsibility to serve. 🇺🇸⛳️ #GolfAdvocacy
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May 4
Our #NationalGolfDay meetings led us to the @USDOL with our @GCSAA Government Affairs Committee. Good chat on a host of issues—labor shortages, #H2B visas, workforce development and opportunities to work together on solutions. #GolfAdvocacy
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May 4
Good to be back in DC for #NationalGolfDay. Looking forward to a full day with our Government Affairs Committee—starting with @EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin. Plenty to discuss: land use, economic impact, environmental sustainability, collaboration… and more ahead. #GolfAdvocacy
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Apr 17
Proud to be in an industry filled with people who lead through service.
Our Centennial 100 Acts of Service is a reminder that service isn’t just something we do—it’s part of who we are. From projects like park clean up to everyday, this profession’s built on making a difference.
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Apr 16
We have a newly certified member this March! Congratulations to @collinjcannon, CGCS!
We have 10 recertifieds, as well, including William K. Bieck who is celebrating 45 years of certification!
Join the ranks: gcsaa.org/career/certificati…
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Apr 14
Today the crews are installing the final donor walls for @GCSAA’s Colonel John Morley Centennial campaign—honoring those who believe in the future of our profession.
Be part of this movement. Be part of the legacy. Get your name on the wall: gcsaa.org/who-we-are/gcsaa-f…
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Apr 6
We've got two newly certified CGCS members and 11 who've recertified for February. Congrats to all on your professional accomplishments!
@GCSAA is here to help if you want to join this esteemed group of certified golf course superintendents: bit.ly/gcsaa-cgcs
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Apr 1
In New Orleans for the @LAMSGCSA mtg with @GCSAA_SE—sharing GCSAA initiatives and my “lead out” msg on stepping up and giving back. Great group and a preview of #GCSAAConference when they welcome us next January. Bonus: fried catfish and an alligator sighting. Only in Louisiana!
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Mar 20
Appreciate the invitation from @EGCSAHome to speak at your annual dinner—what a great group. It was especially meaningful to meet many of your spouses and significant others. Keep up the great work, stay connected, and keep leading out!
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Mar 18
Let’s celebrate January’s newly certified (seven) and recertified (six) members!
@GCSAA is here to help if you want to join this esteemed group of certified golf course superintendents: bit.ly/gcsaa-cgcs
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Mar 13
Congratulations to Ryan and Kurtis on the Grassroots Ambassador Awards. Their #GolfAdvocacy efforts in their respective states — Arizona and California — are vital to demonstrating golf’s benefits and sustainability measures to legislators. Proud of their work.
Ryan Standifird, golf course superintendent at @LongbowGolfClub in Mesa, Ariz., and Kurtis Wolford, director of golf course maintenance at both Ancil Hoffman Golf Course in Carmichael, Calif., and Campus Commons Golf Course in Sacramento, Calif., have received Grassroots Ambassador Leadership Awards for their #GolfAdvocacy efforts. This award is presented in partnership with @TheToroCompany. gcsaa.org/who-we-are/media/n…
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Mar 12
Your turn: If you could wave a magic wand, what three things would you change about the business of golf? Here’s mine:
What would the golf industry look like if superintendents played a bigger role in leadership and decision-making?
In the latest Changing the Business of Golf episode, Gary Firkins speaks with @GCSAA CEO @Rhett Evans about the changes he believes could strengthen the business of golf.
Watch the full conversation today: youtu.be/7N7UfUy4mPE
#ChangingTheBusinessOfGolf #Superintendents #GolfLeadership
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Mar 11
Great discussions this week at the #FEGGA International Summit & Conference. Leaders from 20 countries sharing ideas and strengthening relationships that make our profession better worldwide. Proud to be part of a global community representing 31,000 GC management professionals
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Mar 1
Congratulations to Paul R Latshaw on receiving the @USGA Green Section Award. A true legend of our profession. A game changer! —Paul B Latshaw, great job representing your his dad in this absence. Wishing him strength — we’re rooting for him. Onward!
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