Gary Behan
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joyce Joyce Butler
March, 2013 To Whom It May Concern: I worked with Gary Behan as Membership Director at Standard Country Club in Louisville, Kentucky from 2000-2008 when Gary served as General Manager. Gary came to Standard new to the management of a full-service country club. Gary aggressively pursued certification in areas he was unfamiliar with, i.e. golf course and swimming pool maintenance. He also became very knowledgeable in leading the club in its financial management. Under Gary's direction the club was able to renovate and expand the tennis complex, add first-class practice facilities to the golf course, add new parking facilities with landscaping, and make general updates to the club house and club property. As a Manager, Gary had an open door policy and was always readily available to his staff when a problem arose. He was progressive in letting the management staff think outside the box and supported the staff when new ideas were brought before the Board of Directors for approval. With Gary's support I was able to gain Board approval for unique membership programs that added more members than had been added in a number of years. Gary was visible to the membership. He knew club members by name, and interacted with them on a daily basis. I highly recommend Gary for any position in country club management, hospitality services, or other leadership roles. Sincerely, Joyce M. Butler Retired Membership Director Standard Country Club
Layla L. Smith
Gary was a mentor to me in the hospitality field. As a General Manager he made sure to understand every aspect of the club first hand, from the greens, to food & beverage, to the details of accounting. Having the knowledge of each department is one of the many things that made him a good leader.
joyce Joyce Butler
March, 2013 To Whom It May Concern: I worked with Gary Behan as Membership Director at Standard Country Club in Louisville, Kentucky from 2000-2008 when Gary served as General Manager. Gary came to Standard new to the management of a full-service country club. Gary aggressively pursued certification in areas he was unfamiliar with, i.e. golf course and swimming pool maintenance. He also became very knowledgeable in leading the club in its financial management. Under Gary's direction the club was able to renovate and expand the tennis complex, add first-class practice facilities to the golf course, add new parking facilities with landscaping, and make general updates to the club house and club property. As a Manager, Gary had an open door policy and was always readily available to his staff when a problem arose. He was progressive in letting the management staff think outside the box and supported the staff when new ideas were brought before the Board of Directors for approval. With Gary's support I was able to gain Board approval for unique membership programs that added more members than had been added in a number of years. Gary was visible to the membership. He knew club members by name, and interacted with them on a daily basis. I highly recommend Gary for any position in country club management, hospitality services, or other leadership roles. Sincerely, Joyce M. Butler Retired Membership Director Standard Country Club
Layla L. Smith
Gary was a mentor to me in the hospitality field. As a General Manager he made sure to understand every aspect of the club first hand, from the greens, to food & beverage, to the details of accounting. Having the knowledge of each department is one of the many things that made him a good leader.
joyce Joyce Butler
March, 2013 To Whom It May Concern: I worked with Gary Behan as Membership Director at Standard Country Club in Louisville, Kentucky from 2000-2008 when Gary served as General Manager. Gary came to Standard new to the management of a full-service country club. Gary aggressively pursued certification in areas he was unfamiliar with, i.e. golf course and swimming pool maintenance. He also became very knowledgeable in leading the club in its financial management. Under Gary's direction the club was able to renovate and expand the tennis complex, add first-class practice facilities to the golf course, add new parking facilities with landscaping, and make general updates to the club house and club property. As a Manager, Gary had an open door policy and was always readily available to his staff when a problem arose. He was progressive in letting the management staff think outside the box and supported the staff when new ideas were brought before the Board of Directors for approval. With Gary's support I was able to gain Board approval for unique membership programs that added more members than had been added in a number of years. Gary was visible to the membership. He knew club members by name, and interacted with them on a daily basis. I highly recommend Gary for any position in country club management, hospitality services, or other leadership roles. Sincerely, Joyce M. Butler Retired Membership Director Standard Country Club
Layla L. Smith
Gary was a mentor to me in the hospitality field. As a General Manager he made sure to understand every aspect of the club first hand, from the greens, to food & beverage, to the details of accounting. Having the knowledge of each department is one of the many things that made him a good leader.
joyce Joyce Butler
March, 2013 To Whom It May Concern: I worked with Gary Behan as Membership Director at Standard Country Club in Louisville, Kentucky from 2000-2008 when Gary served as General Manager. Gary came to Standard new to the management of a full-service country club. Gary aggressively pursued certification in areas he was unfamiliar with, i.e. golf course and swimming pool maintenance. He also became very knowledgeable in leading the club in its financial management. Under Gary's direction the club was able to renovate and expand the tennis complex, add first-class practice facilities to the golf course, add new parking facilities with landscaping, and make general updates to the club house and club property. As a Manager, Gary had an open door policy and was always readily available to his staff when a problem arose. He was progressive in letting the management staff think outside the box and supported the staff when new ideas were brought before the Board of Directors for approval. With Gary's support I was able to gain Board approval for unique membership programs that added more members than had been added in a number of years. Gary was visible to the membership. He knew club members by name, and interacted with them on a daily basis. I highly recommend Gary for any position in country club management, hospitality services, or other leadership roles. Sincerely, Joyce M. Butler Retired Membership Director Standard Country Club
Layla L. Smith
Gary was a mentor to me in the hospitality field. As a General Manager he made sure to understand every aspect of the club first hand, from the greens, to food & beverage, to the details of accounting. Having the knowledge of each department is one of the many things that made him a good leader.
Credentials
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Honor Society Club Managers Association of America
Club Managers Association of AmericaDec, 2005- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Foodservice Management Professional FMP
National Restaurant AssociationJun, 2004- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Club Manager
Club Managers Association of AmericaFeb, 1989- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Pool/Spa Operator CPO
National Swimming Pool Foundation (NSPF)Mar, 2013- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Country Club of Peoria
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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General Manager, CCM, CCE
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Jul 2008 - Apr 2013
The Country Club of Peoria's many amenities include the clubhouse and exquisite dining; a championship 18-hole, par 72 course with 6229 yards of beautiful rolling hills and valleys with state of the art training services for juniors and adults in the new Golf Shop; and six tennis courts including 2 lighted Har-Tru clay courts; an expansive pool complex including a main pool with racing lanes, a diving pool with one and three-meter diving boards, and a baby pool for young families with a very active swim program and a relatively new fitness center with free weights, weight machines, and cardiovascular equipment. The Country Club of Peoria has 485 members, the Gross Dollar volume is $4.2 million. Food and Beverage Revenue at the Club is approximately $1.8 million and approximately 40% of the food and beverage business is ala carte and 60% is banquets and special events, The Club has 90-175 employees in and out of season. The Club has multiple private dining rooms available for parties and other special events. They include the Governors Room seating- 24 the Formal Dining Room -40, the Card Room-18, the Lakeside Room/Ballroom-250 and the living room. The Club also has the Grandview Room for Formal Dining and the Grill and Bar for informal dining and in the summer and an outside Terrace seating up to 150 with a panoramic view of the Illinois River,. Show less
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Standard Country Club
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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General Manager / Chief Operating Office
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Oct 2000 - Jul 2008
Standard Country Club is proud to be the oldest club in Kentucky, founded in 1873. Standard is a family oriented country club, located in Louisville, Kentucky. Standard Country Club offers membership opportunities for all age groups. Membership categories available are Regular, Junior, Intermediate, Social, Corporate and Limited. Membership benefits include access to an Olympic sized swimming pool, a spacious clubhouse, 18-hole golf course, 5 Har-Tru clay tennis courts, a privately stocked fishing lake, fitness and dining facilities. Our family oriented club offers a wide variety of year round youth programs that include; swimming, games and activities, and junior camps. • 18-hole golf course • Mature, tree-lined golf course with zoysia fairways, sand bunkers and contoured bent grass greens • Driving range, putting green and chipping area • Two PGA experienced golf professionals • Golf clinics and lessons for all age groups • Children’s Golf Camps • Family Golf Nights – Instructional Clinic, 9-Holes of Golf, Social Hour • Five clay Tennis Courts offering league play or a friendly game • USTA tennis professional and assistant. Tennis lessons and clinics for adults and children • Tennis tournaments and special events • Olympic-size swimming pool with a high dive • Children’s play pool • Pool House with Snack Bar and showers/changing areas • Two children’s play areas; one for our youngest members, another for older children • Well-stocked fishing lake Show less
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Worthington Hills Country Club
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United States
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1 - 100 Employee
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Clubhouse Manager
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Jan 1999 - Oct 2000
Worthington Hills Country Club consists of 750 members in the Golf, Social and Clubhouse categories. The Club generated approximately 4.7 million dollars in annual revenues. The Club is extremely family oriented and features an 18-hole golf course hosting 26,000 rounds per year. In addition, the Club offers casual and formal dining areas and banquet facilities for over 400 people. Worthington Hills has 15 tennis courts, 8 clay and 7 asphalt, as well as 3 platform tennis surfaces. The Club has a full fitness center and Olympic size pool and diving well with a snack bar and bathhouses. The fully operational Pro Shop features a varied selection of up to date merchandise with four golf professionals. A year round child care center was added to allow member attendance at more events. During my tenure the Club installed a Jonas accounting system and established an on-line website www.worthingtonhills.com. Our purchasing system and communication links were also upgraded by installing 5 high speed terminals with Internet access. Show less
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Greenacres Country Club
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Clubhouse Manager
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Jan 1995 - Jan 1999
Greenacres Country Club in Lawenceville, New Jersey is a family oriented club established in 1938 has 370 members. The club is located in an exclusive area just outside Princeton, New Jersey. New York City os 1 hour and fifteen minutes and Philadelphia is 35 miles. Gross dollar value is $3.7 million: annual dues $1.7 million; food and beverage sales $1.2 million. athletic facilites include 18 holes of golf, 8 tennis courts, adult pool and child pool. There is a snack bar located at the Tennis/Swim complex. The club has a Mixed Grill seating 125, Formal Lounge, Formal Dining Room/Ballroom seating 300, and a private dining room. As Assistant Manager I was responsible for all food and beverage operations including staff training and scheduling, banquet execution, and inventory controls. Show less
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Scioto Country Club
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Retail
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Club Manager
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Jan 1994 - Jan 1995
Founded in 1916, Scioto's heritage is among the richest in all of golf. The golf course was designed by acclaimed architect Donald Ross, and is celebrated as a great achievement in golf course architecture. Scioto C.C. is also where a young Jack Nicklaus honed his game under the watchful eye of the legendary teaching professional, Jack Grout. Today the course perennially ranks among the top courses in the country. Scioto C.C. is a member of an elite group of clubs that has hosted five different major championships including the U.S. Open (1926), the Ryder Cup (1931), the PGA Championship (1950), the U.S. Amateur Championship (1968) and the U.S. Senior Open Championship (1986). In addition to its championship golf course and practice area, the Club’s amenities include a spacious 70,000 sq.ft. Clubhouse, an indoor golf practice facility, a comprehensive fitness facility, four swimming pools, eleven tennis courts and four platform tennis courts for the membership and their guests to use. Show less
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Westborough Country Club
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United States
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Manager
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1992 - 1994
Westborough Country Club was established in 1948 and today carries the tradition of being one of the finest in St. Louis for private golf and country club amenities. Featuring an exquisitely designed golf course, the Club offers some of the finest recreational amenities in the area in an easily accessible location. Westborough Country Club is a family-oriented club made up of members of every age, from toddlers to seniors. Tennis Leagues, Junior Programs, Golf Tournaments, Fitness Facilities, and Social and Dining Events await every member of your family. Encompassing it all is a feeling of belonging, a place to come and enjoy with friends and family, and a place to create memories that last a lifetime Show less
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Marriott Cambridge MA
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United States
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Restaurant Manager
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1989 - 1991
This Cambridge, MA hotel in Kendall Square is centrally located and offers easy, quick access to downtown Boston. Situated near the scenic Charles River, the Marriott Cambridge is just minutes away from Harvard University, MIT and Boston University. 26 floors , 421 rooms , 12 suites 11 meeting rooms, 12,000 sq ft of total meeting space 2 concierge levels This Cambridge, MA hotel in Kendall Square is centrally located and offers easy, quick access to downtown Boston. Situated near the scenic Charles River, the Marriott Cambridge is just minutes away from Harvard University, MIT and Boston University. 26 floors , 421 rooms , 12 suites 11 meeting rooms, 12,000 sq ft of total meeting space 2 concierge levels
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Education
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1985 - 1989
The Ohio State University
Bachelor's degree, Hospitality Management
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