The GIG Podcast
Episodes
62 episodes
Fix the Soil, Save the Game: How Regenerative Soil Science is Transforming Golf Course Sustainability
In this fascinating episode of The GIG Podcast, host James Cronk sits down with Parker Cohn, founder of Performance Resource Management and self-described "Soil Surgeon," to explore one of the most overlooked and under-utilized assets on any go...
From Training to Transformation: The Team Member Coaching Revolution That's Changing Golf Club Culture
In this powerful episode, host James Cronk welcomes back leadership expert Andy Stangenberg from Q Principle to tackle one of the most critical challenges facing golf clubs today: how to effectively coach and engage a multi-generational workfor...
From Trick Shots to Life Lessons: Todd Keirstead's Journey Through Skin Cancer and Adaptive Golf
In this powerful episode of The GIG Podcast, host James Cronk welcomes back Todd Keirstead, a PGA professional, world-renowned trick shot artist, and passionate advocate for adaptive golf. Todd shares his deeply personal journey as a skin cance...
Growing the Game: Tiffany Gordon on Women's Crucial Role in Golf's Evolution
In this inspiring episode of The GIG Podcast, host James Cronk sits down with Tiffany Gordon, Vice President of the PGA of Canada and soon-to-be first female president of the organization. Tiffany shares her remarkable 35+ year journey in the g...
The Coaching Evolution: Building Relationships Technology Can't Replace
In this industry-focused episode of The GIG Podcast, host James Cronk speaks with performance coach Tim O'Connor on strategies that can revolutionize coaching methodologies for golf professionals. Tim, author of "Getting Unstuck" and "The Feeli...
Beyond Nominations: Elevating Your Club’s Member Vetting Process
In this insightful episode of The GIG Podcast, host James Cronk welcomes Paul Dank, a leading expert in member vetting from Kennis Member Vetting, to discuss the critical role thorough background checks play in preserving and enhancing club cul...
Navigating Crisis With Confidence: Expert Strategies for Club Managers
This episode of The GIG Podcast features an enlightening discussion with Laurie Martin, also known as "Trauma Mumma," who brings over three decades of experience in risk deterrence and crisis/trauma education to the table. With a history of res...
Driving Revenue - How Noteefy is Revolutionizing Tee Time Reservations
In this episode of The GIG Podcast, James Cronk interviews Jake Gordon, CEO & Co-Founder of Noteefy, a groundbreaking tee time-reservation and booking platform designed to optimize revenue for golf course operators. The discussion explores ...
Navigating the New Era Of Golf Marketing
In this insightful episode of The GIG Podcast, we sit down with James Wilkinson, the innovative Founder and Managing Director of Albatross Digital, to explore the transformative changes in golf marketing that are currently happening around us. ...
Earn 6 Figures Teaching Golf
Are you ready for a mind-blowing revelation? The unexpected truth about boosting your golf coaching business's profitability and efficiency will leave you in awe. Get ready to discover a game-changing approach that's surprisingly effective in i...
Secrets to Crisis-Proof Your Golf Club
Do you want to revolutionize the way crisis management is handled in your club and improve communication? Get ready to uncover solutions that will enhance crisis management and communication within your club. Get ready to amplify your crisis ma...
Addressing Golf's Diversity and Accessibility Barriers
Join us as we delve into the world of golf with Nacho Giraldo, a philanthropist and advocate for Park Golf. Park Golf is an exciting initiative to bring the game of golf to new generations of young golfers. Park Golf will give kids an opportuni...
Breaking Down Barriers: Strategies For Promoting Inclusivity In Golf with Todd Kierstead & Jeremey MacRae
The importance of inclusivity in the golf industry cannot be overstated. Fostering an inclusive environment is not only important when trying to be an employer of choice, but it also helps to create a welcoming atmosphere that allows all indivi...
Leading With The Conclusion with Colin Cox
Does any of this feel familiar? You’re frustrated from constantly having to repeat yourself and not being understood. You have anxiety from not being able to effectively express your ideas and having them fall on deaf e...
Unlocking HR Insights For The Golf Industry with Robin Turnill
As employers in the hospitality industry, it can be hard to find and retain employees and doing so is essential for any hospitality-based business to succeed. It can also be difficult to create a workplace environment that is inviting and enjoy...
Creating Magical Memories & Moments For Members with Ben Lorenzen
On this episode of The GIG Podcast, we are talking to Ben Lorenzen, the Creative Director, Chief Memory Officer, and Director of Vibe at Champions Run in Omaha, NE. Ben has been in the club industry for nearly a decade and has also become a pop...
From Club Manager to Consultant Guru with Tom Wallace
Would you believe that the Club Management industry is one of the most challenging and difficult industries to succeed in? It takes a special type of person to thrive, and Tom Wallace is one of those people. With a career that spans from a youn...
How Everyday Leaders Build Irresistible Brands With Gair Maxwell
Are you a club manager struggling to create an irresistible brand for your facility? If so, you’re not alone. With an estimated 38,000 golf courses on the planet, it’s difficult to differentiate yourself and capture your customer’s attention. O...
Creating A Culture Of Safety: A Must For Golf Clubs
Are you looking for ways to make your golf club the safest place it can be for your employees, members, and guests? Safety and compliance are often overlooked components of running a successful golf club, yet they are essential - and Ben Gibson...
Innovation in the Golf Industry: A Conversation with Leonard Gendron
Does any of this sound familiar? You're trying to increase inclusivity/eco-friendliness/year-round operations in your golf business, but you're not seeing results. You've been told to take action X, but it's just not working and you're feeling ...
Seasonal Course Maintenance Staff Solutions with David Burton & Scott Kolb
In this episode of the GIG Podcast, we explore how to leverage the opposite summer seasons of Australia and Canada through an exchange program that imports golf course personnel between both countries. The goal is to make it easier for Canadian...
Golf Club Loyalty Program Success with Luke Nieuwland
Creating a loyalty program for your club is a major endeavour, but at the same time it can be a game-changing opportunity if created with care and precision. Just ask our guest on this episode of The GIG Podcast, Luke Nieuwland, Co-Owner ...
Creating Culinary Excellence With Diana DeLucia
The Golf Kitchen concept was initially born at a meeting at Sebonack Golf Club in Southampton in 2010. With some solid ideas, Diana DeLucia, created her first book and proof of concept titled Golf Club World, Behi...
Leadership Done Right With Rob Selley
On this episode of The GIG Podcast, we were joined by Rob Selley, Executive Manager, New South Wales Golf Club, located in Sydney, Australia. Ranked #33 on Golf Digest’s list of the ‘World’s 100 Greatest Golf Courses’ and known as one of ...
"Major" Leadership with Colin A. Burns, CCM
Winged Foot has a storied history of hosting national championship golf on their two A.W. Tillinghast-designed courses. Winged Foot has hosted six U.S. Opens including the 2020 United States Open Championship which saw Bryson DeChambeau win his...