Archive - February 2016

How should you begin cultivating your personal or company brand on social media? Social media can be intimidating, but learning its benefits can help you take the leap. An article in business.com, by author Darin Reffitt sparked our interest when we started to dive into the world of social media. We also spent some time with Rick Tegtmeier, Director of Grounds at Des Moines Golf & Country Club and long time VGM Club member. Along with his regular duties as a Director of Grounds, Rick maintains

The annual Golf Course Industry (GCI) Magazine State of the Industry Report is out for 2016. The GCI State of the Industry Report is a leading survey within the golf industry. Golf Course Industry Magazine is a proven resource for superintendents across the nation. For GCI's 2016 report they sampled 2,488 GCI recipients classified as superintendents. 267 superintendents responded. The respondents were asked a variety of questions, including questions about their budget in 2016. Here's what