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HIGHLIGHTS
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Supporting Our Community
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Advocacy in Action
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More Top 100’s Than Any Other Management Company
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Resort and Destination Facilities
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Municipal Community Properties
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Premier Daily-Fee Properties
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Member Clubs
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KemperSports 2020 Awards
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Looking Ahead
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Supporting Our Community
The team at Desert Willow
SUPPORTING VETERANS We are proud to support Folds of Honor, a nonprofit organization that provides educational scholarships to the families of fallen or disabled service men and women, through fundraising events and staff support. Together, we have raised more than $900,000 for Folds of Honor since 2013 via creative programming, events, fundraisers and friendly competitions at our 100+ golf courses and destination resorts across the country.
Golf Resort (Palm Desert, CA) raised $10,000 for Folds of Honor when its PGA Professional Staff played 100 holes of golf.
$900K Raised since 2013 through KemperSports facilities
Despite COVID protocols, 112 players at Golden Horseshoe Golf Club (Williamsburg, VA) raised $30,000 for the Folds of Honor Foundation. LOOKING BACK | 3
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s an independent, family-owned company, we have been grounded by our longstanding values of service, integrity, creativity, loyalty, relationships and financial discipline. While our history confirms our abilities as a leading competitor in the hospitality and private club management space, it’s our passion, agility and willingness to be different that puts us above the rest in delivering for our clients and partners. And, this has never been more true than in recent months. At the onset of the pandemic, KemperSports gathered its senior leadership team to guide the company through uncertain times. The team advocated for golf’s return across the country when nearly 80 percent of our facilities were shut down due to state and local regulations. With remote collaboration, our regional teams responded quickly to create reopening playbooks, staff training manuals and a host of new safety protocols to ensure that golf remained a healthy outlet for entertainment, exercise and recreation. Together with our partners in Chicago and throughout Illinois, we embarked on an aggressive campaign to lobby for golf’s return in the state – and across the country. Today, we see the results of that campaign as we welcome a new generation of players to our facilities – those who were drawn to the game (or came back to the game) during the pandemic. We relish the opportunity to build lasting relationships with new members, customers and guests, and turn first-time players into lifelong golfers.
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Country Club of St. Albans (St. Albans, MO)
DELIVERING PPE In an effort to provide much-needed Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) for healthcare workers, KemperSports launched Rain Suits for Responders – a program to collect new and gently used rain suits and deliver them directly to healthcare workers from AMITA Health on the frontlines of the coronavirus battle. The campaign fully met the PPE needs for AMITA Health within a month of launching the program.
HIGHEST NPS TO DATE In 2020, KemperSports achieved the highest Net Promoter Score (NPS) in the company’s history based on client and customer surveys. This has been a key differentiator for our business and our culture for more than 40 years. And, in a year of incredible change and uncertainty, we are so proud to celebrate this accomplishment with our staff, clients and partners.
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OUR PORTFOLIO OUR PORTFOLIO
More Top 100’s in the U.S. Than Any Other Management Company WASHINGTON AWARDS
KANSAS AWARDS
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NEBRASKA AWARDS
Chambers Bay
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Wilderness Ridge Golf Club
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OREGON AWARDS Bandon Dunes Golf Resort
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The Links at Bodega Harbour
Black Gold Golf Club
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Desert Willow Golf Resort
Ridge Creek Dinuba Golf Club
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Top 100
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Best by Big Name Architects
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Best Resort
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Best in State
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Best Casino Courses
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Best Range
TEXAS AWARDS The Wilderness at Lake Jackson
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Forest Creek Golf Club
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WISCONSIN AWARDS Sand Valley Golf Resort
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ILLINOIS AWARDS
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The Glen Club MINNESOTA AWARDS
MICHIGAN AWARDS
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Staffers
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The Jewel Golf Club
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NEW YORK AWARDS Seneca Hickory Stick Golf Course
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Links at Perry Cabin
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Heron Glen Golf Course
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MISSISSIPPI AWARDS MISSOURI AWARDS Big Cedar Lodge
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Mossy Oak Golf Club
HHH Old Waverly Golf Club
PROPERTIES LEGEND FLORIDA AWARDS Streamsong Resort
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Municipal Community Property Premier Public Property
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Resorts and Destination Facilities Creating the experiences that provided escape, purpose and connectedness in a time of isolation The Inns at St. Albans (St. Albans, MO)
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t KemperSports, we understand the commitment to excellence that comes with carrying out the vision of our clients to create a world-class golf resort. Drawing on years of experience in managing top-level properties such as Bandon Dunes Golf Resort, North America’s top-ranked golf resort (Golf Digest & GOLF Magazine), KemperSports is the industry-leader in delivering memorable golf experiences at some of the most renowned venues in the country. Creating unforgettable experiences by maintaining a constant commitment to excellence builds the foundation for a successful resort operation. By managing all aspects of operations – from lodging and agronomy to food and beverage and staff service training – we embrace our client’s vision and work diligently to enhance the brand and develop a thriving asset. In 2020, the KemperSports team for Bandon Dunes Golf Resort put its creativity to the test to safely host the U.S. Amateur Championship. Record viewership ratings and tear-jerking moments during match play competition on Bandon Dunes made this golf championship unforgettable for both competitors and resort staff. And, if that wasn’t enough excitement, the resort celebrated the opening of Sheep Ranch, its fifth 18-hole course on property, in summer 2020.
Sequoyah National Golf Club (Whittier, NC)
SEQUOYAH NATIONAL GOLF CLUB COMPLETES BUNKER RENOVATION AND REGRASSING PROJECT The Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians and KemperSports finished a complete bunker renovation and regrassing project under the direction of Robert Trent Jones II Design. The plan installed capillary concrete bunkers throughout and converted the current fairways, tees and green surrounds to Zeon Zoysia — a variant chosen for its tolerance to the cool mountain climate and its resilience to summer heat — to provide the best playing conditions possible year-round.
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With these improvements, Sequoyah National solidifies its place as one of the best mountain courses in the Southeast.” CURTIS WILDCAT, BOARD CHAIRMAN, SEQUOYAH NATIONAL
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STREAMSONG DEBUTS GREENS WITH NEW MACH 1 VARIANT October 2020 marked the reopening of Streamsong Resort’s (Streamsong, FL) Blue and Red courses. Both courses were closed as they underwent regrassing with a revolutionary new ultradwarf bermudagrass known as Mach 1. With the new greens ready for play, Streamsong is now the first golf destination in the world to showcase Mach 1 on two 18-hole layouts.
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The team did not take this regressing decision lightly. They spent years researching, testing and ensuring that the selection was the best possible option for the courses.” KEITH HANLEY, KEMPERSPORTS SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT OPERATIONS
Streamsong Resort (Streamsong, FL)
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Don Crowe, General Manager, Jeff Simonds, Director of Resort Operations, Ken Nice, Director of Agronomy, and Steve Skinner, KemperSports CEO, with the U.S. Amateur trophy.
GOLF GOES PRIME TIME The 2020 U.S. Amateur Championship presented the KemperSports team with a unique set of challenges. Bandon Dunes Resort created a “bubble environment” and provided an outstanding stage for the world’s best amateur golfers, which led to thrilling matches and record viewership numbers. Golf Channel’s weekend coverage of the U.S. Amateur was up by 52 percent over the prior year and marked the highest ratings for the event in 18 years. KemperSports will carry this momentum forward as we continue our longtime partnership with the USGA as the host site of the 2021 U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Championship and 2022 U.S. Women’s Amateur at Chambers Bay (University Place, WA). Tyler Strafaci, winner of the 120th U.S. Amateur in 2020
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Awards
OUR RESORTS
KemperSports’ portfolio of resorts and destination facilities were praised by customers and industry publications alike for premier experiences on and off the course.
Desert Willow Golf Resort (Palm Desert, CA)
GOLFWEEK’S BEST OF 2020 WINNERS Bandon Dunes (Bandon, OR) Chambers Bay ( University Place, WA) Desert Willow Golf Resort (Palm Desert, CA)
GOLF MAGAZINE’S TOP-100 U.S. COURSES Bandon Dunes (Bandon, OR) Bandon Trails (Bandon, OR) Mammoth Dunes (Nekoosa, WI) Old Macdonald (Bandon, OR) Pacific Dunes (Bandon, OR) Sand Valley (Nekoosa, WI) Streamsong Blue (Streamsong, FL) Streamsong Red (Streamsong, FL)
LINKS MAGAZINE’S BEST YOU CAN PLAY BY BIG NAME ARCHITECTS Bandon Dunes (Bandon, OR) Bandon Trails (Bandon, OR) Chambers Bay ( University Place, WA) Mammoth Dunes (Nekoosa, WI) Old Macdonald (Bandon, OR) Pacific Dunes (Bandon, OR) Streamsong Black (Streamsong, FL)
GOLF DIGEST’S BEST GOLF RESORTS Bandon Dunes Golf Resort (Bandon, OR) Golden Horseshoe Golf Club (Williamsburg, VA) Sand Valley Golf Resort (Nekoosa, WI) Streamsong Resort (Streamsong, FL)
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BEST IN STATE GOLF COURSES Bandon Dunes (Bandon, OR) Chambers Bay ( University Place, WA) Desert Willow Golf Resort (Palm Desert, CA) Golden Horseshoe Golf Club (Williamsburg, VA) Mammoth Dunes (Nekoosa, WI) Sand Valley (Nekoosa, WI) Seneca Hickory Stick Golf Course (Lewiston, NY) Sheep Ranch (Bandon, OR) Streamsong Black (Steamsong, FL) Streamsong Red (Streamsong, FL)
OUR RESORTS
KEMPERSPORTS TRUE SERVICE® AWARDS We are pleased to recognize the following properties with high guest Net Promoter Scores, exceeding benchmarks in customer satisfaction. Bandon Dunes (Bandon, OR) Chambers Bay (University Place, WA) Desert Willow Golf Resort (Palm Desert, CA) Sand Valley (Nekoosa, WI) Seneca Hickory Stick Golf Course (Lewiston, NY) Streamsong Resort (Streamsong, FL)
TOP 50 PUBLIC RANGES Chambers Bay (University Place, WA)
EXCELLENCE IN COURSE CONDITIONS Bandon Dunes (Bandon, OR)
Desert Willow Golf Resort (Palm Desert, CA)
Mammoth Dunes at Sand Valley (Nekoosa, WI)
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Municipal Community Properties Stepping up the game with expanded experiences for the local community
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ur history with public golf facilities began in 1978 with the management of Kemper Lakes, located north of Chicago and site of the 1989 PGA Championship. Kemper Lakes invented the world of premium public golf in the United States and served as the first public access course to host the PGA Championship. At KemperSports, we combine our love for the game with our penchant for business in operating some of the nation’s top-performing public courses. We have been entrusted to work with some of the country’s best municipal facilities, and in 2020, we added Lakeview Golf Club (Meridian, ID) to our expansive portfolio and renewed many of our longstanding client agreements. We also expanded youth and family programming and added new driving ranges and short course experiences to provide an outdoor recreational outlet for the communities in which we operate.
AUDUBON DESIGNATED The Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses designated Bolingbrook Golf Club (Bolingbrook, IL) as a “Certified Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary.” Bolingbrook is one of over 900 courses in the world to hold this title.
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Bolingbrook Golf Club has shown a strong commitment to its environmental program. They are to be commended for their efforts to provide a sanctuary for wildlife on the golf course property.” CHRISTINE KANE, CEO, AUDUBON INTERNATIONAL Junior program at The Wilderness at Lake Jackson (Lake Jackson, TX)
FAMILY EXPERIENCES HEIGHTENED After a thorough review of COVID-19 health and safety protocols, KemperSports courses developed new programming to serve junior golfers and provide an outlet for entertainment, exercise and fun. Due to popularity, youth golf initiatives provided opportunities for family experiences and a focus on the value of relationships.
HOME ON THE RANGE The City of La Crosse, Wisconsin and Forest Hills Golf Course opened the facility’s new driving range in July. “We are excited to offer a new facility for our guests to practice and warm up, and we are looking forward to using this space to engage local juniors and beginners with new programming for lessons and clinics,” said General Manager and Head Golf Professional Keith Stoll.
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OUR MUNICIPAL PROPERTIES
KemperSports’ portfolio of municipal properties achieved many highlights by national publications of note, reflecting the hard work of our staff members who exceeded expectations.
GOLFWEEK’S BEST OF 2020 WINNERS Galloping Hill Golf Course (Kenilworth, NJ) Harborside International Golf Center (Chicago, IL) Heron Glen Golf Course (Ringoes, NJ)
TOP 50 PUBLIC RANGES Black Gold Golf Club (Yorba Linda, CA) Bolingbrook Golf Club (Bolingbrook, IL) Colwood Golf Center (Portland, OR) Forest Creek Golf Club (Round Rock, TX) Galloping Hill Golf Course (Kenilworth, NJ) Harborside International Golf Center (Chicago, IL)
TOP RANGE RENOVATIONS Forest Creek Golf Club (Round Rock, TX)
LINKS MAGAZINE’S BEST YOU CAN PLAY BY BIG NAME ARCHITECTS Rock Spring Golf Club ( West Orange, NJ)
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OUR MUNICIPAL PROPERTIES
BEST OF STATE GOLF COURSES
KEMPERSPORTS TRUE SERVICE® AWARDS
Harborside International Golf Center - Port (Chicago, IL) Harborside International Golf Center - Starboard (Chicago, IL) Ridge Creek Dinuba Golf Club (Dinuba, CA) Sand Creek Station (Newton, KS) Shoal Creek Golf Course (Kansas City, MO) Skyway Golf Course at Lincoln Park West (Jersey City, NJ)
KemperSports is pleased to recognize the following properties with high guest Net Promoter Scores, exceeding benchmarks in customer satisfaction. Black Gold Golf Club (Yorba Linda, CA) Blackhawk Golf Course (Janesville, WI) Boughton Ridge Golf Course (Bolingbrook, IL) Buenaventura Golf Course (Ventura, CA)
The Wilderness at Lake Jackson (Lake Jackson, TX)
Cypress Head Golf Club (Port Orange, FL)
Tunica National Golf & Tennis (Tunica, MS)
Forest Creek Golf Club (Round Rock, TX)
GRAA TOP 100 GROWTH OF THE GAME TEACHING PROFESSIONALS
Deerpath Golf Course (Lake Forest, IL) Galloping Hill Golf Course (Kenilworth, NJ) Heron Glen Golf Course (Ringoes, NJ) Heron Lakes Golf Club (Portland, OR) Nemadji Golf Course (Superior, WI) Olivas Links (Ventura, CA) Paradise Valley Golf Club (Fairfield, CA) Rancho Solano Golf Club (Fairfield, CA) Riverside Golf Course (Janesville, WI) Sand Creek Station (Newton, KS) Skyway Golf Course at Lincoln Park West (Jersey City, NJ)
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Forest Creek Golf Club Round Rock, TX
RYAN YOUNG Chambers Bay
University Place, WA
Wild Wings Golf Club (Woodland, CA)
EXCELLENCE IN FOOD & BEVERAGE CHAMPION Boughton Ridge Golf Course & Ashbury’s (Bolingbrook, IL)
EXCELLENCE IN TRUE SERVICE CHAMPION Sand Creek Station (Newton, KS)
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Premier Daily-Fee Properties Resurgence of the game in 2020 was an opportunity to grow our people and facilities in new ways
The team from Buffalo Creek (Rockwall, TX)
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emperSports expanded its portfolio of best-in-class public golf courses in the last year with the addition of facilities in North Carolina, Texas, Virginia and Michigan. We also celebrated key client renewals in Bodega Bay, California, and Denton, Texas. United with our staff members nationwide, we celebrated a great resurgence in the game of golf and reinforced our commitment to providing great service and creating memorable experiences for all who visit our facilities.
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We are committed to the long-term success of this facility, and we have partnered with KemperSports, a family-owned business with an exceptional reputation in the golf industry, to help us achieve our mission. Together, we will reshape the player experience and enhance the customer service at Buffalo Creek while turning this facility into a community asset and welcoming destination for all who love the game.” KEVIN MCCOLLUM, CLIENT REPRESENTATIVE AT BUFFALO CREEK GOLF CLUB
The team of golf professionals at Reston National Golf Course (Reston, VA), a new client in 2020, inspired KemperSports with their dedication to growing their programming at the facility and specifically, in junior golf.
RENOVATION OF SPACE REVIVES TEXAS YACHT CLUB The Yacht Club on Lake Ray Hubbard in Rockwall, TX (previously known as Chandlers Landing Yacht Club and Allure) is located near Buffalo Creek Golf Club (pictured top left). KemperSports partnered with The Yacht Club to complete an extensive redesign of the clubhouse and kitchen, which made it one of the Dallas-Fort Worth area’s premier lakeside destinations for dining and special events. The completion of an extensive renovation brought renewed excitement for the community, with a culinary experience that fits any mood or palate. OUR PORTFOLIO | 19
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OUR PREMIER DAILY-FEE PROPERTIES
KemperSports’ portfolio of premier daily-fee properties were praised by customers and industry publications alike for commitment to the game.
GOLFWEEK’S BEST OF 2020 WINNERS Cantigny Golf (Wheaton, IL) The Glen Club (Glenview, IL) Whiskey Creek Golf Club (Ijamsville, MD)
TOP 50 PUBLIC RANGES Cantigny Golf (Wheaton, IL)
BEST OF STATE GOLF COURSES Cantigny Golf (Wheaton, IL) The Jewel Golf Club (Lake City, MN) The Links at Bodega Harbour (Bodega Bay, CA) Whiskey Creek Golf Club (Ijamsville, MD)
TOP 50 U.S. KIDS GOLF COACHES Emily Burns, youth links golf professional at Cantigny Golf (Wheaton, IL), was one of 15 instructors named a 2020 Master Kids Coach by the U.S. Kids Golf Foundation, an award given to individuals who’ve won the Top 50 Kids Coach award three times.
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CANTIGNY RECEIVES HUMANITARIAN AWARD The McCormick Foundation, owner of Cantigny Golf in Wheaton, Illinois, received the 2020 Humanitarian Award from RevelationGolf, an organization using golf as therapy to help veterans with disabilities. The Foundation and Cantigny Golf are long-time partners with “RevGolf,” now in its 15th year. Every month during the season, Cantigny Golf professionals and RevGolf conduct a golf clinic for veterans at the Cantigny Golf Academy.
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KEMPERSPORTS TRUE SERVICE® AWARDS KemperSports is pleased to recognize the following properties with high guest Net Promoter Scores, exceeding benchmarks in customer satisfaction. Cantigny Golf (Wheaton, IL) The Jewel Golf Club (Lake City, MN) The Links at Bodega Harbour (Bodega Bay, CA) Thornberry Creek at Oneida (Oneida, WI) Timberlinks Golf Club (Denton, TX) Whiskey Creek Golf Club (Ijamsville, MD)
MOST IMPROVED NET PROMOTER SCORE Timberlinks Golf Club (Denton, TX)
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Member Clubs Creativity provided safe ways for club members to gather and stay active
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he private club experience is evolving. We help our clients create experiences that meet the complex and growing demands of our members and their families, especially amidst times of uncertainty and change. In the last year, we renewed agreements with trusted clients in Illinois, Florida and New York and launched creative dining offerings throughout all 12 months. At The Glen Club, we launched an outdoor winter igloo dining experience that was a hit among members and guests. With creativity, detailed planning and flawless execution, great rewards will come.
THE GLEN CLUB ADDS IGLOO DINING EXPERIENCE As facilities reopened, banquet and restaurant staff were forced to get creative in finding new ways to serve customers. Igloo dining at The Glen Club (Glenview, IL) created safe and unique dining experiences for guests and earned rave reviews on social media.
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GOLF MARATHON RAISES FUNDS FOR AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY Brittany Ferrante, assistant golf professional & director of junior golf at The Village Club of Sands Point (Sands Point, NY), participated in a golf marathon in support of the American Cancer Society. The first woman in the PGA Met Section to complete a golf marathon, Ferrante raised $42,000 for the American Cancer Society after playing an astonishing 200 holes over 13 hours.
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OUR MEMBER CLUBS
KemperSports’ portfolio of private clubs were recognized by members, guests and industry publications for outstanding performance.
GOLFWEEK’S BEST OF 2020 WINNERS Links at Perry Cabin (St. Michaels, MD) The Dunes Club (New Buffalo, MI)
TOP 50 PUBLIC RANGES Country Club of St. Albans (St. Albans, MO)
BEST OF STATE GOLF COURSES Links at Perry Cabin (St. Michaels, MD) Wilderness Ridge Golf Club (Lincoln, NE)
NGCOA AWARDS Wilderness Ridge Golf Club (Lincoln, NE)
TOP 50 U.S. KIDS GOLF COACHES Brittany Ferrante, assistant golf professional at The Village Club of Sands Point (Sands Point, NY), was named a 2020 Top 50 Kids Golf Coach from the U.S. Kids Golf Foundation.
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Links at Perry Cabin (St. Michaels, MD)
The Village Club of Sands Point (Sands Point, NY)
OUR MEMBER CLUBS
KEMPERSPORTS TRUE SERVICE® AWARDS KemperSports is pleased to recognize the following properties with high member Net Promoter Scores, exceeding benchmarks in customer satisfaction. MOST IMPROVED MEMBER SATISFACTION Holly Hills Country Club (Ijamsville, MD)
EXCELLENCE IN COURSE CONDITIONS Country Club of Winter Haven (Winter Haven, FL)
EXCELLENCE IN FOOD & BEVERAGE The Glen Club (Glenview, IL)
EXCELLENCE IN TRUE SERVICE CHAMPION Country Club of St. Albans (St. Albans, MO)
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2020 AWARDS Top Achievers from Across the Country
FACILITY OF THE YEAR: FOREST CREEK GOLF CLUB (ROUND ROCK, TX)
Forest Creek’s 2020 achievements spanned all aspects of the property, from being an overwhelmingly positive force within the community via outreach initiatives including a toy drive benefitting more than 150 kids to exceeding financial goals to receiving an outstanding 91 on their Net Promoter Score. According to Steve Skinner, “Forest Creek is the embodiment of our company spirit and truly showcases what it means to be a KemperSports-managed property.”
HOSPITALITY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR: SAM ROZANO, SKYWAY GOLF COURSE (JERSEY CITY, NJ)
Despite a nine-week shutdown of the property’s food and beverage operations, Rozano led his team to beat their budget with reimagined operations and a strong focus on safety. The team also found time to give back, feeding local first responders and supporting food banks.
SAFETY NATIONAL FACILITY OF THE YEAR: BOLINGBROOK GOLF CLUB (BOLINGBROOK, IL)
For the sixth consecutive year, Bolingbrook Golf Club took home this award, which recognizes efforts to ensure that overall property and workplace safety are front of mind for all staff members on a day-to-day basis, year-round.
SAFETY NATIONAL MOST IMPROVED: NEMADJI GOLF COURSE (SUPERIOR, WI)
In 2020, the team at Nemadji was able to reduce its audit score by eight points and had an eight-stroke improvement in its overall safety score.
SUPERINTENDENT OF THE YEAR: DAN LLOYD, THE COUNTRY CLUB OF ST. ALBANS (ST. ALBANS, MO)
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JAMES R. SEELEY GENERAL MANAGER OF THE YEAR: CHRIS PARKER, ROCK SPRING GOLF CLUB (WEST ORANGE, NJ) Standing out in a crowded field, Parker excels at leadership, a quality that helped him rally his team in a COVID-19 hotspot, to outperform and deliver stellar results.
SALES PERSON OF THE YEAR: KEVIN DUDLESTON, THE VILLAGE CLUB OF SANDS POINT (SANDS POINT, NY)
Dudleston was recognized for his outstanding sales performance, adding over 100 new memberships, marketing innovation and contributions to the company and local community during an extraordinary year.
RETAILER OF THE YEAR: BANDON DUNES GOLF RESORT (BANDON, OR)
The team at Bandon Dunes grew retail sales by double-digits in 2020 through creative online promotions and products for guests and enhanced training for staff.
JAMES S. KEMPER STAFFER OF THE YEAR: TAMMIE ZARAK, SAND VALLEY (NEKOOSA, WI)
Zarak was recognized for her calm, measured approach leading the property’s COVID-19 response team, which ultimately enabled the course to open for the season—to high demand—and provide exemplary services to guests and staff.
EMIL ESPOSITO GOLF PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR: ANDY DONATY, SWAN POINT YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB (ISSUE, MD) Passionate about the game of golf and player development initiatives, Donaty formed creative junior camps and a “Friday Night Social” series to encourage participation in the game.
GREEN TO A TEE FACILITY OF THE YEAR: THORNBERRY CREEK AT ONEIDA (ONEIDA, WI)
Going beyond the basics, the team at Thornberry Creek stood out in 2020 by reducing water usage by 30 percent thanks to a mix of innovative strategies and a deep commitment to environmental stewardship.
MADY LESNIK HOME OFFICE STAFFER OF THE YEAR: MEGAN GODFREY, DIRECTOR OF MARKETING Godfrey was recognized for her leadership in the company and industry, and the critical role she played in counseling the KemperSports leadership team and properties across the country as they navigated the pandemic and beyond.
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Looking Ahead KemperSports’ strong position as an independent, family-owned company in the golf and hospitality industry helps drive innovative partnerships, pursue new investments in technology, talent and training and expand our portfolio of golf properties with an increased focus on integrated resort destinations. We are well-positioned to succeed and grow in the future while staying true to the strong family values that ground us.
STEVE SKINNER AND JOSH LESNIK NAMED TO GOLF INC.’S LIST OF THE MOST POWERFUL PEOPLE IN GOLF KemperSports CEO Steve Skinner and President Josh Lesnik recently ranked No. 7 in Golf Inc. Magazine’s list of Most Powerful People in Golf, which appeared in the Fall 2020 issue.
2021 EVENTS 2021 U.S. AMATEUR FOUR-BALL CHAMBERS BAY | May 22-26, 2021
2021 EVANS SCHOLARS INVITATIONAL THE GLEN CLUB | May 26-30, 2021
2021 FORME TOUR
BOLINGBROOK GOLF CLUB | July 20-23, 2021
LADIES NATIONAL GOLF ASSOC. AMATEUR CHAMPIONSHIP
COUNTRY CLUB OF ST. ALBANS (LEWIS & CLARK COURSE) | July 25-28, 2021
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KEMPERSPORTS EXPANDS PARTNERSHIP WITH THE MOSAIC COMPANY TO MANAGE FULL RESORT OPERATIONS OF STREAMSONG RESORT KemperSports assumed management of all resort operations at Streamsong Resort (Streamsong, FL), the extraordinary Central Florida destination. KemperSports has led golf operations since the opening of the Streamsong Red and Streamsong Blue courses in 2012.
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I have every confidence that KemperSports will help Streamsong grow and thrive in the years ahead. KemperSports has a long and distinguished record of building and managing some of the nation’s top golf destinations, and I look forward to working with them in pursuit of ever-better experiences for Streamsong guests. BEN PRATT, SVP OF GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS, THE MOSAIC COMPANY AND OWNER’S REPRESENTATIVE TO STREAMSONG RESORT
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