In this episode of the GCSAA Podcast, we visit with Rick Tegtmeier, CGCS, MG, director of grounds at Des Moines Golf and Country Club who is on the brink of retirement after a hall-of-fame-worthy, 40-year career in golf course management. Rick talks about his start in the industry at a local nine-hole course, some of the technological innovations he&apos;s seen, events he has hosted, projects he has undertaken, and accolades and awards he has won. The GCSAA Podcast is presented in partnership with <a href='https://www.us.envu.com/turf-and-ornamentals-management/golf-course-management'>Envu</a>.

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the GCSAA Podcast, we visit with Rick Tegtmeier, CGCS, MG, director of grounds at Des Moines Golf and Country Club who is on the brink of retirement after a hall-of-fame-worthy, 40-year career in golf course management. Rick talks about his start in the industry at a local nine-hole course, some of the technological innovations he&amp;apos;s seen, events he has hosted, projects he has undertaken, and accolades and awards he has won.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The GCSAA Podcast is presented in partnership with &lt;a href='https://www.us.envu.com/turf-and-ornamentals-management/golf-course-management'&gt;Envu&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of the GCSAA Podcast, we visit with Rick Tegtmeier, CGCS, MG, director of grounds at Des Moines Golf and Country Club who is on the brink of retirement after a hall-of-fame-worthy, 40-year career in golf course management. Rick talks about his start in the industry at a local nine-hole course, some of the technological innovations he's seen, events he has hosted, projects he has undertaken, and accolades and awards he has won.   The GCSAA Podcast is presented in partnersh...

66. Looking back and looking ahead with Rick Tegtmeier, CGCS, MG

In this episode of the GCSAA Podcast, we sit down with Todd Lowe, a former USGA agronomist who now is part of Envu’s Green Solutions Team. Lowe provides great insights into the El Niño weather pattern that was so nettlesome for golf course superintendents in Florida this past spring and whose effects are still being felt. Lowe shares his personal journey within the golf industry, from early days working with his father to his academic pursuits and various career transitions. He also provides some insight into his role with Envu and the kind of assistance he can provide for turfgrass managers, particularly in the Sunshine State. The GCSAA Podcast is presented in partnership with <a href='https://www.us.envu.com/turf-and-ornamentals-management/golf-course-management'>Envu</a>.

<description>&lt;p&gt;In this episode of the GCSAA Podcast, we sit down with Todd Lowe, a former USGA agronomist who now is part of Envu’s Green Solutions Team. Lowe provides great insights into the El Niño weather pattern that was so nettlesome for golf course superintendents in Florida this past spring and whose effects are still being felt. Lowe shares his personal journey within the golf industry, from early days working with his father to his academic pursuits and various career transitions. He also provides some insight into his role with Envu and the kind of assistance he can provide for turfgrass managers, particularly in the Sunshine State.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The GCSAA Podcast is presented in partnership with &lt;a href='https://www.us.envu.com/turf-and-ornamentals-management/golf-course-management'&gt;Envu&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

In this episode of the GCSAA Podcast, we sit down with Todd Lowe, a former USGA agronomist who now is part of Envu’s Green Solutions Team. Lowe provides great insights into the El Niño weather pattern that was so nettlesome for golf course superintendents in Florida this past spring and whose effects are still being felt. Lowe shares his personal journey within the golf industry, from early days working with his father to his academic pursuits and various career transitions. He also provides ...

65. Boots on the ground: A conversation with Envu’s Todd Lowe

As a part of a partnership between GCM and John Deere, this episode of the GCSAA Podcast celebrates Women&apos;s Golf Day 2024 — which runs an entire week this year, May 28-June 4 — with a panel discussion among four women working in turfgrass management about the state of the women-in-turf movement. Devon Carrol, solution development manager with Envu, serves as the guest host for this episode and is joined by Carol Turner, superintendent at Bigwin Island Golf Club in Baysville, Ontario; Andi Meadows, assistant superintendent at TPC San Antonio; and Andrea Salzman, assistant superintendent at Pinehurst No. 2 and The Cradle in Pinehurst, N.C. The GCSAA Podcast is presented in partnership with <a href='https://www.us.envu.com/turf-and-ornamentals-management/golf-course-management'>Envu</a>.

<description>&lt;p&gt;As a part of a partnership between &lt;em&gt;GCM&lt;/em&gt; and John Deere, this episode of the GCSAA Podcast celebrates Women&amp;apos;s Golf Day 2024 — which runs an entire week this year, May 28-June 4 — with a panel discussion among four women working in turfgrass management about the state of the women-in-turf movement. Devon Carrol, solution development manager with Envu, serves as the guest host for this episode and is joined by Carol Turner, superintendent at Bigwin Island Golf Club in Baysville, Ontario; Andi Meadows, assistant superintendent at TPC San Antonio; and Andrea Salzman, assistant superintendent at Pinehurst No. 2 and The Cradle in Pinehurst, N.C.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br/&gt;The GCSAA Podcast is presented in partnership with &lt;a href='https://www.us.envu.com/turf-and-ornamentals-management/golf-course-management'&gt;Envu&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

As a part of a partnership between GCM and John Deere, this episode of the GCSAA Podcast celebrates Women's Golf Day 2024 — which runs an entire week this year, May 28-June 4 — with a panel discussion among four women working in turfgrass management about the state of the women-in-turf movement. Devon Carrol, solution development manager with Envu, serves as the guest host for this episode and is joined by Carol Turner, superintendent at Bigwin Island Golf Club in Baysville, Ontario; Andi Mea...

64. A conversation about women in turf for Women’s Golf Day 2024

This episode of the GCSAA Podcast features GCSAA’s 87th president, Jeff White, CGCS. Jeff and podcast host Scott Hollister peel back the turf to reveal the meticulous craft of keeping a club like Indian Hills Country Club in pristine condition while navigating the strategic fairways of the GCSAA. Jeff talks about his introduction to the industry, his mentors along the way and his vision for GCSAA. The GCSAA Podcast is presented in partnership with <a href='https://www.us.envu.com/turf-and-ornamentals-management/golf-course-management'>Envu</a>.

<description>&lt;p&gt;This episode of the GCSAA Podcast features GCSAA’s 87th president, Jeff White, CGCS. Jeff and podcast host Scott Hollister peel back the turf to reveal the meticulous craft of keeping a club like Indian Hills Country Club in pristine condition while navigating the strategic fairways of the GCSAA. Jeff talks about his introduction to the industry, his mentors along the way and his vision for GCSAA.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt; &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;The GCSAA Podcast is presented in partnership with &lt;a href='https://www.us.envu.com/turf-and-ornamentals-management/golf-course-management'&gt;Envu&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

This episode of the GCSAA Podcast features GCSAA’s 87th president, Jeff White, CGCS. Jeff and podcast host Scott Hollister peel back the turf to reveal the meticulous craft of keeping a club like Indian Hills Country Club in pristine condition while navigating the strategic fairways of the GCSAA. Jeff talks about his introduction to the industry, his mentors along the way and his vision for GCSAA.   The GCSAA Podcast is presented in partnership with Envu. 

63. Fairways to Leadership: A conversation with GCSAA President Jeff White, CGCS

This episode turns the tables on the longtime host of this podcast, Scott Hollister, as he prepares to depart GCSAA after 26 years on the job. Scott offers us a candid look into his long tenure with GCSAA and GCM , from the adrenaline of the 2000 U.S. Open to the solidarity felt during the industry&apos;s trials post-9/11. Alongside Howard Richman, Scott reminisces about the serendipitous turns and the cherished camaraderie that have punctuated his journey. The GCSAA Podcast is presented in partnership with <a href='https://www.us.envu.com/turf-and-ornamentals-management/golf-course-management'>Envu</a>.

<description>&lt;p&gt;This episode turns the tables on the longtime host of this podcast, Scott Hollister, as he prepares to depart GCSAA after 26 years on the job. Scott offers us a candid look into his long tenure with GCSAA and &lt;em&gt;GCM&lt;/em&gt; , from the adrenaline of the 2000 U.S. Open to the solidarity felt during the industry&amp;apos;s trials post-9/11. Alongside Howard Richman, Scott reminisces about the serendipitous turns and the cherished camaraderie that have punctuated his journey.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;The GCSAA Podcast is presented in partnership with &lt;a href='https://www.us.envu.com/turf-and-ornamentals-management/golf-course-management'&gt;Envu&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/p&gt;</description>

This episode turns the tables on the longtime host of this podcast, Scott Hollister, as he prepares to depart GCSAA after 26 years on the job. Scott offers us a candid look into his long tenure with GCSAA and GCM , from the adrenaline of the 2000 U.S. Open to the solidarity felt during the industry's trials post-9/11. Alongside Howard Richman, Scott reminisces about the serendipitous turns and the cherished camaraderie that have punctuated his journey.  The GCSAA Podcast is presented in partn...

62. Reflecting on a Legacy: A Journey Through Golf Management with Scott Hollister

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