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DREW DETRICK
OBJECTIVE
To contribute to an organization utilizing my experience in public relations, communications, operations, sales,
event coordination, and member relations.
WORK EXPERIENCE
May 2003 – Current The Legend Clubs Wales, WI
Communications Director (May 2007 – April 2010); Operations Manager (April 2010 – Current)

Play an integral role in building the most successful brand of private country clubs in Wisconsin

Balance member relations, communications, marketing, and operations responsibilities while assisting Managing
Partner and supporting other departments

The Legend expanded from one private club to three clubs in the last three years; managed relations with club
members and prospective members through this major transition, and became the steady face the Members can
go to for a timely response to their questions and needs

Event Coordination

Market and assist in planning and execution of special events and tournaments (approximately 30 special events
per year and 20 tournaments per year)

Assist in the contracting and planning of charity golf outings

Attend member and prospective member events and coordinate critical details throughout events

Coordinate travel for Member events

Assist with tournament uniform selection and embroidery

Tournament Chairperson for 2008 & 2010 AJGA Future Legends Tournament

Recruited and organized volunteers and staff to fill volunteer shifts and arranged private housing for interns

Spearheaded Junior-Am Tournament, raising money for the event

Secured media coverage, including newspaper and television

Procured donations of courtesy cars and Athletic Training Services

Communications & Daily Operations

Oversee diverse operations of the club, events, and tournaments; referred to as the “go-to person” for day-to-day
operations, challenges, and member relations

Design and write collateral materials for prospective members and existing members

Coordinate advertising artwork and promotional materials for the Legend brand

Write marketing content for the club websites & regularly update sites (www.thelegendclubs.com &
www.thelegendatbergamont.com)

Research and procure major club capital purchases such as media equipment and capital items

Member Relations

Manage member relations and communication:

Maintain and update detailed member databases & paper files

Influence the “family feel” of the club by enhancing communication

Manage member relations in transitioning from one club to three: coordinate design of new club website and
edit its content, process new member additions and category changes, and negotiate new member agreements

Encourage and increase participation in events through marketing upcoming club events

Manage all communication with existing members; involves an average of approximately 15 e-mail contacts per
month; other methods include website, mailings, and personal contact

Report on events including photos and content through club website

Design presentations for member meetings
 Prospective Member Recruitment and Sales

Target prospective members with marketing, materials, and special events

Work with professional athletes on membership and housing options

Sell memberships from introduction to close; verbally communicate benefit of joining the Legend “family”

Maintain membership spreadsheets to track memberships sold and deposits collected

Make follow-up phone calls to new members to ensure that they have had a positive experience, and answer
questions they have regarding their membership

Sell optional member benefit through design of printed materials, e-mails, and phone and in-person interactions

Assist in the planning, marketing, and execution of prospective member events

Develop marketing materials for new clubs, including video and print

Other Administrative Tasks

Coding of expense reports of invoices

Cross-departmental support for computer technical issues and Microsoft Office

Design and manage internal club calendar and formal Member calendar of events

Prepare PowerPoint presentations and videos

Turn dictated talking points into formal communication to Members and mail letters in a timely manner

Create and maintain multiple electronic databases for financials and Member information, including Member
deposit information, birthdays, usage analysis, and special member benefits

RECOGNITION & AWARDS

Clubhouse Employee of the Year 2004 and 2005

Overall Employee of the Year 2007
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration. Carroll College. 2007.
Dual Emphasis: Management/Human Resources. Minor in Organizational Leadership.

Completed undergraduate degree in 3 years while maintaining my job responsibilities at The Legend at
Brandybrook.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Student Leadership Team 2005-2007. Mentor and influence students to be
leaders of integrity and service upon graduation.

Participated in Hurricane Katrina relief efforts; secured local business donations and travelled on service trips
during Spring Break 2006 and 2007 and Winter Break 2007.

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Volunteer Campus Leader 2007-2009.

Senior High Youth Group Leader at RiverGlen Christian Church 2010.
REFERENCES
Mike Klonne
President & CEO
Bostik, Inc.
414-607-1301
Mike.Klonne@bostik-us.com

Scott Carpenter
VP National Account Sales
TechTrans
414-588-6301
sCarpenter@techtrans.com

Jack Gaudion
Co-Owner
The Legend Clubs
Contact Information Available Upon Request