PGA of BC
E-NEWS
February 15, 2023
PGA of BC PARTNER SPOTLIGHT
AXIS INSURANCE
Axis Insurance was formed in 2010 through a brand amalgamation of several BC-based insurance brokerages with roots tracing to 1928. The experience of its combined 150 team members is uniquely positioned to serve Canada with risk-management and insurance services.
 
Whether it's mitigating liability risk, protecting your commercial property, insuring a tournament's hole-in-one contest or anything else in between, contact Axis to find out what coverage options are available to be customized for your facility. By partnering with the largest insurance companies in Canada, Axis Insurance has access to the best coverage solutions on the market. Consider them for your personal needs as well, including for auto, travel, homeowner, or tenant insurance and more.
 
Axis Insurance is a Gold-level Preferred Partner of the Association and the presenting sponsor of the PGA of BC Championship. Click HERE to access Axis Insurance’s website or contact Account Executive Lee Fulsher at [email protected].
REGISTRATION FOR VICTORIA EDUCATION SERIES EVENT
CLOSES TOMORROW
Registration for the upcoming Spring Education Series event at Victoria Golf Club closes tomorrow, February 16 at 4 p.m. PT. The event, running next Wednesday February 22, will host several expert speakers who will share their valuable expertise with attendees. The PGA of BC thanks Foresight Sports Canada for their support.

Jason Giesbrecht, Head Teaching Professional at The Golf Performance Project, will deliver a presentation on club fitting. Then, 2022 PGA of BC Jack McLaughlin Junior Golf Leader of the Year and Uplands Golf Club Class "A" Professional Michelle McCann will speak to the challenges and opportunities that come with teaching the next generation of golfers. To close out the day, attendees will be joined by Kyman Chan, partner at Grant Thornton LLP, who will share his knowledge on accounting and structure for small business.

To register for this event, please click HERE.

To view the lineup of speakers and to learn more about their presentations, please click HERE.
NEW MEMBER INTAKE FOR CAREER ADVISORY PROGRAM NOW OPEN
After successfully establishing an incredibly strong and diverse mentorship pool, the PGA of BC Administration Team is excited to announce that the next phase of the 2023 Career Advisory Program initiative is now open.

New members joining the association since 2020 can now sign-up to be matched to a mentor that can best help them achieve their career goals and ambitions. To participate in the program, new members are kindly asked to complete the intake survey found HERE . The survey only takes a few minutes to finish. Once completed, further communication will be provided introducing mentors and mentees for the 2023 year.

If you have any questions about the process or the program itself, please reach out to Programs Manager Dan Czerwenka at [email protected] 
PGA OF BC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CALL FOR APPLICATIONS
The PGA of BC Board is seeking applicants for the open Executive Director position available.

The Board is searching for a strong communicator who has the skill set to work collaboratively with all stakeholders in running the day-to-day operations as well as future strategic planning for the PGA of BC. Qualified candidates are expected to be the face of the Association and bring their leadership skills to this multi-faceted business.

Please apply in confidence by sending your resume and cover letter to Fresh Golf Solutions' Lead Recruiter Scott Kolb at [email protected].
PGA OF BC PARTNERS WITH JANCOR AGENCIES
The PGA of BC is thrilled to announce Jancor Agencies Inc. as the Association’s newest sponsor. Jancor Agencies proudly partners with the PGA of BC as a bronze-level sponsor, and is excited to be supporting the Dick Munn Golf Professional of the Year Award at the Association’s Awards Celebration this Fall.

“The Dick Munn Golf Professional of the Year Award is a prestigious honour and we’re incredibly pleased to be partnering with Steve, Ashley, and the entire Jancor Agencies team to recognize this year’s recipient,” said PGA of BC Programs Manager Dan Czerwenka.

For more information please contact Czerwenka at [email protected].

To view the 2023 Jancor Agencies Catalogue, please click HERE.
MEMBERS ON THE MOVE
Warren Reeves has left Highland Pacific Golf and transfers to the Alberta Zone

For all Members on the Move information, please click HERE.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Radium Golf Group - Assistant/Associate Golf Professional

Ambleside Par 3 - Junior Golf Coach - Lead Instructor

For all job opportunities listed on the PGA of BC website, please click HERE (Log-in required).

For all job opportunities listed on the PGA of Canada website, please click HERE.
FACT OF THE WEEK
Did you know the PGA of BC offers a wide range of Member Benefits & Corporate Discounts to those in the Association?

Preferred partner SuperSpeed Golf is proud to offer an updated benefits package. All PGA of BC members are eligible for wholesale pricing on the entire SuperSpeed Golf catalogue. This includes all sets and training technology. Members can also receive discounts on SuperSpeed Certified online training courses.

The PGA of BC administration team is actively working to improve our Member Benefits & Corporate Discounts (log-in required) by strengthening relationships with active partners and building relationships with new partners.

For more information, please contact Programs Manager Dan Czerwenka at [email protected].
SAVE THE DATE
CLASSIFIEDS
Indoor Golf Simulator Set-Up
$30,000

Foresight GC Quad with FSX 2020 ball software and 36 golf courses, Net Return Simulator Series Net, Turf Hound Double Sided Tee Station Mat, Optoma EH200ST Projector, Acer D19W6 Predator Series gaming computer, All Sports Terrashield Projector Enclosure and Shock Athletic Gym Foam Flooring.
 
All Purchased in July 2021 and limited use.

Please contact Jamie Stirling at (778)-389-9910 or [email protected].
Flightscope Xi Tour Launch Monitor
$3,500 obo (willing to pay shipping)

Flightscope Xi Tour Launch Monitor in great condition. Includes Carry bag, charger, and metallic dots. Compatible with PC and IOS (Ipad). No annual or transfer fee required. Collects 27 accurate data parameters with each shot.

Please contact Ryan Brown at [email protected].
Range Servant RS 38K ($3,500 for year-old machine; $1,500 for four-year-old machine)

Range Servant RS 38K - 1 year old - $3,500 obo
Unit was purchased new and was used for one full season. All components are in very good shape and served us very well.  
-8000 balls/ hour wash production
-Vibro-feed hopper
-Easy to maintain and clean
-1000 ball capacity load hopper

Range Servant RS 38K - 4 years old - $1,500 obo
Unit was purchased new and was used for four full seasons. All components are in reasonably good shape and the unit was a very reliable part of our range services. The washing brush was recently replaced and is in good order.  
-8000 balls/ hour wash production
-Vibro-feed hopper
-Easy to maintain and clean
-1000 ball capacity load hopper

Please contact Clint Foley at [email protected] or (604)-261-3212.
Contact the PGA of BC Administration Team:
Jared Siminoff
Interim Executive Director, PGA of BC
Doug Titterington
Membership & Events Manager, PGA of BC
Dan Czerwenka
Programs Manager, PGA of BC
Graham Abraham
Communications & Marketing Manager
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