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Dylan Higgins

Parkdale,VIC

Summary

Versatile Managing Director/General Manager with proven abilities across all levels of organisational management. Talented in developing partnerships, overseeing personnel and developing tactical plans to meet strategic goals. Proven leader with significant and targeted expertise in the golf industry. Respected amongst colleagues and peers, all whilst bringing a thirst for improvement.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Director

Belhig Pty Ltd
10.2019 - Current

BELHIG Pty Ltd is a golf consultancy/management company employing 17 staff across 2 Venues. Contractually, we are obligated to deliver F&B and golf services at Cardinia Beaconhills Golf Links - a semi private, 27 hole golf facility which hosts 65,000 golfers yearly. The company also holds the current cleaning tender. The Bistro caters for up to 180 and is open twice a week for dinner and every day for lunch. The Pro Shop has 6 staff (4 Golf Professionals) and oversees all golf related facets of the organisation. BELHIG also runs a highly successful Pro Am, along with music festivals, weddings, parties and corporate events. A subsidiary of BELHIG Pty Ltd is a private custom club fitting store called “The Golf Shop Melbourne” – based in Mentone VIC. Yearly revenue exceeds 2.5M AUD.

National Pro Am Coordinator

PGA Of Australia
02.2017 - 10.2019

Oversaw the Adidas Pro Am Circuit Nationally. Worked tirelessly with stakeholders, government bodies and private sector clients to deliver 120+ events nationwide, for a total prize pool exceeding $3m AUD annually. The role was multi faceted, with my responsibilities including attracting sponsors, rules enquiries, marketing and promotion, along with strategic management - fitting all the events into a schedule that aligned with other tours and worldwide events.

Real Estate Sales Agent

King And Heath First National
02.2013 - 01.2017
  • Increased property sales by providing exceptional customer service and conducting thorough market analysis.
  • Negotiated favorable deals for clients by establishing strong relationships with property owners and developers.
  • Generated leads through cold calling, networking, and referral-based marketing strategies.
  • Expanded client base by consistently following up on potential leads and maintaining a positive professional image.

Education

Diploma - Sport Management

PGA of Australia
Melbourne, VIC
01.2013

Agents Representative/Real Estate Licence - Real Estate

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Sydney, NSW
03.2014

Certificate IV - Sport Career Orientated Participation

PGA of Australia
Melbourne, VIC
01.2013

Skills

  • Sales Prowess - Lead from the front in generating $25m in revenue across 3 platforms in FY 22/23
  • Mentoring and Training - Have mentored 5 PGA professionals to successfully transition into bigger roles in the last 3 years
  • Recruitment Strategies - have recruited 17 staff in the last 4 years, with only 2 moving on (to greener pastures) - a retention rate of 882%
  • Golf operations - Successfully deal with operating and managing a 27 hole, semi private facility

Accomplishments

  • Graduated #2 trainee professional Nationally in Australia in 2013
  • 11 Pro Am wins across Australia

Referees

Nick Dastey: General Manager of Tournaments and Global Relationships – PGA of Australia

M: 0400 232 824

E: ndastey@pga.org.au


Phillip Hooke: Treasurer & Accountant Cardinia Beaconhills Golf Links

E: pkhooke1@bigpond.com

M: 0431 590 854

Timeline

Managing Director

Belhig Pty Ltd
10.2019 - Current

National Pro Am Coordinator

PGA Of Australia
02.2017 - 10.2019

Real Estate Sales Agent

King And Heath First National
02.2013 - 01.2017

Diploma - Sport Management

PGA of Australia

Agents Representative/Real Estate Licence - Real Estate

Link Learn

Certificate IV - Sport Career Orientated Participation

PGA of Australia
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