In his customized presentations, Doug uses stories of personal experiences as well as carefully honed teaching and coaching techniques to inform and inspire audiences to take action. Over the years he has built a reputation for being caring, sincere and entertaining. He has a passion for helping others to identify and achieve their greatness.
Doug has held previous positions as the Managing Consultant for Whistle Bear Golf Club and most recently The Golf Lab Project in Vaughan Ontario. He has also been the Director of Golf at the BraeBen Golf Course in the City of Mississauga, Senior Teaching Professional at Glen Abbey Golf Club and is presently and Executive Professional with the CPGA . An 20 – year member of the Canadian Professional Golfers Association and a 10 – year member of Peel Region Basketball Officials. A three (3) time nominee for Ontario PGA “Teacher of the Year”, Doug has used his ability to instruct to reach students in the College, Junior and recreational levels. He has been a teacher and coach at Niagara College for the past ten years.
SOME FAVOURITE KEYNOTE TOPICS:
I JUST PLAYED IN….NOW WHAT????
An insightful and hilarious look at the life of an Assistant Professional. Golf is such a devil, she lures you in with promises of lower scores, higher wages and playing at a high level. Well Doug shares stories from his 20 years of working in the golf business in as many roles as you can count!
TEAMING UP 4 SUCCESS:
No matter what you do in life there are signals that let you know you don’t have to be by yourself. There is no “I” in the word TEAM. Through his own story, Doug inspires teams and youth to forge ahead. Be inspired to work effectively and efficiently with others. Lead so others will follow. (Formats available for Awards Nights and Appreciation Banquets.)
OVERCOMING OBSTACLES:
We all run into difficulties and roadblocks along our journey through life. In this insightful talk, discover what you have within yourself. Understand how to face these challenges head on, and defeat them, leaving you feeling confident and strong.
IT’S ALL ABOUT THE REALATIONSHIPS:
Learn how creating relationships expands your ability to build confidence, business, and opportunity. Create powerful alliances; grow your contact list; and create teams by learning how to build lasting bonds in no time at all.
BEFORE THERE CAN BE TRUST; THERE MUST BE RAPPORT:
The word “trust” is so often used in business and life to describe the feeling towards individuals. Discover how trust’s little cousin “rapport” is in fact the leader when it comes to gaining that elusive yet rewarding “trust”.
GOLF: A FOUR LETTER WORD:
For years, Golf has been a game that causes joy and pain. By examining this game a little closer, you will uncover the secret of how you can actually see that success in Golf can also mean success in life. Never before has golf been exposed to see its true meaning. Not one of frustration, pressure and stress; but one filled with fun, joy and freedom.
Partial List of Clients:
Humber College Men’s Basketball Team, Niagara College Men’s and Women’s Golf Teams, Sheridan College, Oakville Venom Basketball,
What People Are Saying:
“You were perfect! The team really enjoyed your enthusiasm and your words were exactly what they needed to hear at this time!”. – Darryl Glenn, Head Men’s Basketball Coach, Humber College Hawks.
“The Class was riveted to your stories. Your passion and genuine care in your voice made your talk easy to follow and easier to get motivated!” – Ann Edgar, Instructor, Niagara College Professional Golf Management Program.
“I’ve never heard the Golf Industry be referred to as the Relationship Industry in all of my years of being involved in the sport, but it makes total sense! I actually learned something today.” – Grant Fraser, Owner, Instructor, Writer, Golf Management Institute of Canada, Oakville Ontario.
“Doug has a dynamic, fun, and powerful presence and the ability to entertain a group.” – Judy Suke, President Triangle Seminar
