Cameron Wade
Beaumaris,Australia
Summary
Experienced and strategic General Manager with over 25 years in senior roles across the golf industry, including leadership at prestigious clubs such as Flinders, Woodlands, and Kingston Heath. Strong financial acumen, project delivery expertise, and a collaborative leadership style. Proven ability to enhance member satisfaction, oversee capital developments, and guide long-term planning. Demonstrates a deep understanding of golf culture, operational excellence, and governance in committee-led clubs.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Projects Senior Manager
Golf Australia
01.2018 - Current
- Led delivery of the Australian Golf Centre project under budget and on time.
- Managed facility planning, IT, stakeholder relations, and funding strategy.
- Secured $5M+ in government infrastructure funding for golf projects.
Golf Development Director
Golf Australia
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Oversaw national participation, club support and coaching programs.
- Co-led Vision 2025 strategy and grew junior golf participation tenfold.
- Managed national industry relationships and project-based funding.
General Manager
Woodlands Golf Club
01.2001 - 01.2007
- Led operations of a top-20 Australian club with $4.3M revenue.
- Grew cash reserves from $0 to $750K; initiated long-term strategic plan.
- Delivered clubhouse and course facility improvements on time and budget.
Assistant General Manager
Kingston Heath Golf Club
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Oversaw financial reporting and administration.
- Led operations during Australian Open and supported General Manager across departments.
General Manager
Flinders Golf Club
01.1994 - 01.1998
- Led operational and strategic direction of the club.
- Improved financial performance and implemented a course master plan.
- Oversaw delivery of new maintenance facility and club profitability growth.
Education
Diploma of Project Management -
Swinburne University of Technology
01.2019
Graduate Diploma of Business - Sport Management
Deakin University
01.1993
Bachelor of Applied Science - Human Movement
University of Ballarat
01.1991
Skills
- Golf club operations & governance
- Strategic leadership and business planning
- Financial management and reporting
- Capital works and facilities development
- Stakeholder engagement and communication
- Staff leadership and performance management
- Member service and club culture enhancement
- Governance support and board collaboration
Hobbies and Interests
Golf and sports, Health and wellbeing, Community engagement
Affiliations
- Golf Management Australia
- National Golf Foundation
- Parks and Leisure Australia
- Australian Council of Health, Physical Education and Recreation
Timeline
Special Projects Senior Manager
Golf Australia
01.2018 - Current
Golf Development Director
Golf Australia
01.2012 - 01.2018
General Manager
Woodlands Golf Club
01.2001 - 01.2007
Assistant General Manager
Kingston Heath Golf Club
01.1998 - 01.2001
General Manager
Flinders Golf Club
01.1994 - 01.1998
Diploma of Project Management -
Swinburne University of Technology
Graduate Diploma of Business - Sport Management
Deakin University
Bachelor of Applied Science - Human Movement
University of Ballarat
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