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The Fire Pit with Matt Ginella, Episode 2 – Special Guest Josh Lesnik

Matt Ginella says that one of the benefits of being around a fire pit is that the conversation can go in a lot of directions. In this episode of The Fire Pit Podcast with Matt Ginella, several perspectives on the game of golf now and in the future are shared. The questions arise of when…

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KemperSports, Illinois PGA Foundation and FootJoy Team Up to Support AMITA Health Workers with Rain Suits for Responders Program

KemperSports, Illinois PGA Foundation and FootJoy Team Up to Support AMITA Health Works with Rain Suits for Responders Program   Campaign Launches with 100 New FootJoy Rain Suits Donated by The Wadsworth Golf Charities Foundation to Serve as Personal Protection Equipment for Healthcare Workers in Illinois NORTHBROOK, Illinois – April 16, 2020 – KemperSports, the…

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COVID-19 Update from KemperSports

At KemperSports, we are fully committed to the health and safety of our staff and our guests. Our leadership team is closely monitoring the impact of Coronavirus (COVID-19) and taking preventative measures to ensure that we are providing the highest level of service and cleanliness to our guests and a safe workplace for our staff.…

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The City of Janesville Taps Miles Tucker as General Manager and Head Golf Professional for KemperSports-Managed Riverside and Blackhawk Golf Courses

The City of Janesville Taps Miles Tucker as General Manager and Head Golf Professional for KemperSports-Managed Riverside and Blackhawk Golf Courses NORTHBROOK, Illinois, March 14, 2020 – KemperSports is pleased to announce the hiring of Miles Tucker as the new general manager and head golf professional for the City of Janesville Golf Courses — Riverside…

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Matt Lindley Promoted to Vice President, Operations Southeast for KemperSports

Matt Lindley Promoted to Vice President, Operations Southeast for KemperSports NORTHBROOK, Illinois, March 13, 2020 – KemperSports is pleased to announce that Matt Lindley has been elected to Vice President, Southeast Operations. With this promotion, Lindley will continue his management responsibilities of operations oversight for the company’s Southeast region, consisting of the Florida portfolio that…

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KemperSports Recognizes Top Performers From Across the Nation at Annual Awards Dinner

KemperSports Recognizes Top Performers From Across the Nation at Annual Awards Dinner NORTHBROOK, Illinois, March 12, 2020 – KemperSports concluded its 2020 Leadership Conference by honoring high-achieving employees and facilities across the country. Honorees recognized at this year’s awards dinner include: Facility of the Year: Streamsong Resort (Streamsong, Florida) James R. Seeley General Manager of…

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Sand Valley Taps Michael Carbiener as General Manager

SAND VALLEY TAPS MICHAEL CARBIENER AS GENERAL MANAGER 20-Year Industry Veteran Returns to the Midwest to Join Team and Oversee Operations for Sand Valley NEKOOSA, Wisconsin, March 11, 2020 — Sand Valley, a premier golf destination developed by the Keiser family, is pleased to announce that Michael Carbiener has joined the team as general manager.…

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KemperSports Taps John Di Meglio to Lead National Food and Beverage Operations

KemperSports Taps John Di Meglio to Lead National Food and Beverage Operations NORTHBROOK, Illinois, March 10, 2020 – KemperSports has promoted John Di Meglio to national food and beverage director. In this role, Di Meglio will support all food and beverage operations for KemperSports’ national portfolio of golf and recreation properties and work to maximize…

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KemperSports Promotes TJ Wydner to Regional Operations Manager

KemperSports Promotes TJ Wydner to Regional Operations Manager NORTHBROOK, Illinois, March 9, 2020 – KemperSports is pleased to announce that TJ Wydner has been promoted to regional operations manager. In this role, Wydner will have oversight of several properties in the New York/New Jersey metro area. “During his time with KemperSports, TJ has been a…

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Holly Williams Joins Thornberry Creek as General Manager

Holly Williams Joins Thornberry Creek as General Manager   NORTHBROOK, Illinois, March 6, 2020 – KemperSports has tapped Holly Williams to serve as general manager for Thornberry Creek at Oneida. In this role, Williams will be responsible for overseeing golf course operations and managing guest experiences at Wisconsin’s premier public golf course. “Holly’s experience in…

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