PARTNER SPOTLIGHT - MINUTEMAN PRESS RICHMOND
Minuteman Press Richmond is a must-contact for your scorecard needs and offers off-set, full colour, digital, and black and white printing, full bindery services, as well as artwork and design for an extensive range of printed items - business cards, envelopes, letterheads, memo pads, NCR forms, brochures, flyers, postcards, cheques, labels, presentation folders, stamps, mail-outs, large format printing, and much more.

Minuteman Press is a preferred partner of the PGA of BC. For more information, visit their website.
LESS THAN ONE WEEK TO SUBMIT NAME TO PGA OF BC BOARD ELECTIONS
Three positions on the PGA of BC's Board of Directors are available for election.

Individuals located in the Lower Mainland are particularly encouraged to apply to ensure proper regional representation on the Board. Candidates must be Class "A" Professionals and willing to serve on a two-year, non-renewable term.

Interested candidates are asked to submit a brief biography and description of no more than 250 words to reflect why they wish to run for a position on the PGA of BC Board. 
 
Candidates' data and answers will be made available to voting members online. To submit your name for consideration, simply send an email with your biography by 12:00pm on Tuesday, January 26th to Executive Director, Donald Miyazaki at donald@pgabc.org.
 
Once a list of candidates has been compiled, the membership will have the opportunity to vote in the online election for a period of one week. 
REGISTRATION FOR EDUCATION SERIES #2 NOW OPEN
Registration for the second instalment of the PGA of BC Education Series, taking place on February 3, 2016 at Victoria Golf Club, is now open.

This year's Island session will feature the following speakers, covering a broad selection of topics: 
  • Derek Orr, Retail Manager at Shaughnessy Golf & Country Club:
    Retail & Promotional Strategies in Your Golf Shop 
  • Scott Kolb, General Manager at Victoria Golf Club:
    Mapping Out Your Career Goals
  • Winston Michell, Director of Sales & Marketing at Victoria Golf Club:
    Organizing First Class Events
  • Kevin MacDonald, Owner of Clarity Success Coaching:
    Manifesting Your Professional Goals
Registration for members is $29.00 +GST. Non-members are welcome for $49.00 +GST and must be accompanied by a PGA of BC member. All members will receive 4 PDP points for attending. 

To register by January 29, 2016,  please click here.

*Please note that registration for Education Series #1 at The Vancouver Golf Club closes tomorrow (Thursday, January 21) at 12 PM.
SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED FOR SPRING EDUCATION SEMINAR
The PGA of BC is pleased to announce an exciting lineup of speakers for this year's Spring Education Seminar,  taking place February 15-16, 2016, at Tsawwassen Springs Golf Club.

Day One Speakers: 
  • Jim McLaughlin (PGA) - Senior Vice-President, Troon Golf (Scottsdale, AZ)
  • Martin Chuck (PGA) - Owner/Director, Tour Striker Golf Academy (Phoenix, AZ)
Day Two Speakers: 
  • Cameron Wiebe (PGA) - General Manager, Champions Retreat GC (Evans, GA)
  • Wes Purdie - Regional Director, Harry Rosen Inc. (Vancouver, BC)
  • Brent Zepp (PGA) - Head Golf Professional, Chambers Bay GC (University Place, WA)
  • Kevin Church (CPA) - Partner, Minni, Clark & Company (Vancouver, BC)
For more information and to register, please click here.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT THE VANCOUVER GOLF & TRAVEL SHOW
The PGA of BC is seeking volunteers to assist at the Vancouver Golf & Travel Show, February 13-14, 2016.

Instructors are needed to assist in the PGA of BC Learning Centre.  This is a great opportunity for PGA Golf Professionals to Showcase their talents and services to the 7,000+ golf enthusiasts who attend the Show annually. 

Volunteer commitments start at only two hours per day and are a great way to earn valuable Professional Development Program (PDP) Points.  For more information and available time slots, please contact Donald Miyazaki, Executive Director at donald@pgabc.org. 
MEMBERS ON THE MOVE 
PRESENTED BY BC MOVERS 

Brent Firminger has left Golden Golf Club and transfers to the Ontario Zone.

Bruce Vermee has left Sunset Ranch Golf & Country Club and becomes Head Professional at Harvest Golf Club.

Chad Scott has left Harvest Golf Club and becomes Head Professional at The Rise.

Scott Wengi has completed the PACE Program and becomes a Class A Professional at Squamish Valley Golf Club.

Greg Nozick has left the PGA of Canada.

Edward Wang has left the PGA of Canada.

Chris Chidlow has left the PGA of Canada.

Mark Kohlen has left Talking Rock Golf Course and becomes a Candidate for Membership at Salmon Arm Golf Club.
NEW CAREER OPPORTUNITIES  
Assistant Professional - Golden Eagle Golf Club

Assistant Professional - The Falls Golf Club

Assistant Professional - Morgan Creek Golf Course

Assistant/Associate Professional - Gorge Vale Golf Club

Assistant/Apprentice Professional - Aberdeen Glen Golf Course

Head Professional - Sunset Ranch Golf & Country Club

Assistant/Apprentice Professional - Talking Rock Golf at Quaaout Lodge

Membership & Events Manager - PGA of British Columbia

Click here to view all career opportunities listed on the PGA of BC website (Members Only)

Click here to view career opportunities listed on the PGA of Canada website
FACT OF THE WEEK
PGA of Canada members who have not yet paid their 2016 Membership dues have until February 1st to avoid being placed in the Suspended Category. Following this deadline, all members wishing to proceed with the PGA of Canada designation will be subject to the PGA of Canada reinstatement fees and procedure, including Background Check.