Nik Lehtinen

Experience

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  St. Paul Saints

  May 2018 - now

  Statistics & Official Scorer

  I am the senior team member that uses the Daktronics DakStats system to upload player and team statistics as well as in-game scoring to the scoreboards at CHS Field in real time for the St. Paul Saints. This includes teamwork with the official scorer as well as scoreboard operations staff to ensure correct statistics are uploaded. Sometimes this includes altering statistics before, after, or during games as well if there was a system error or a scoring change.Also spend time as the official scorer for games, requiring extensive knowledge of baseball rules and quick thinking/ critical decision-making skills. Show less

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  Soapy Joe’s Car Wash

  Apr 2019 - Jan 2022

  Employee

  Mentored by owner and GM Joe Lindsay. I spent 4-5 days per week at the wash detailing and in the wash bays while also working with customers to make sure their needs are met.I also spent time learning from Joe Linsday's strategic management and how he positions his capabilities in comparison to other car washes in a crowded segment.

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  University Of Minnesota Recreation & Wellness Center

  Sept 2021 - now

  PGA Associate currently enrolled in Level 1 of the PGA PGM 3.1 Program. Title at the University of Minnesota is classified as Business Manager, but day to day activities align directly with the PGA of America definition of Assistant Golf Professional.Working closely with both the General Manager and PGA Head Professional at the Golf Course to develop effective plans and strategies for upcoming seasons including rate setting, demand forecasting, purchasing, branding, marketing strategy, and managing over 40 student staff on a daily basis.Directing scheduling, assisting in interviews and hiring, financial analysis, inventory audits, student-employee engagement and leadership, training and onboarding new staff, and coordinating all course leagues. Also coordinate volunteer Ranger/Starter Staff to be sure the facility is being monitored throughout the day.Teaching experience through PGA HOPE, High School Coaching, and private lessons. American Development Model certified.Fitting and product certified by Titleist, TaylorMade Golf, Callaway Golf, Mizuno Golf, KBS Golf Shafts, True Temper, and more. Show less Student assistant helping full-time staff manage shifts, run course leagues, and understand course demands and products/services.Experiences include:Meeting with manufacturer Sales Representatives.Understanding the needs of golfers on and off the course.Apply knowledge to point golfers in the right direction with regards to equipment, lessons, tips & tricks, and course knowledge.Budgeting for new equipment, merchandise, operations.Part of the development for new scorecards, course guides, and clubhouse reinvigoration during the offseason of 2022-2023 season. Show less

  • Business Manager / Assistant Golf Professional

    Apr 2023 - now

  • Program Assistant

    Feb 2023 - Apr 2023

  • Course Attendant

    Sept 2021 - Jan 2023
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  2nd Swing Golf

  Jan 2022 - Jun 2022

  Sales Associate

  Helping customers find the golf clubs best fit to them with expert recommendations through extensive knowledge of the golf industry and equipment. Personally strive to make every interaction as meaningful and genuine as possible for those entering the store, and hold myself to a standard of customer service that ensures the customers will promote the business to those around them.Understanding how net promoter scores help a smaller business thrive in an otherwise crowded field.

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  Medica

  May 2022 - Aug 2022

  Project Coordination Intern

  Working primarily with IT, Enterprise Regression, and QA teams to facilitate necessary changes to ensure the best product for Medica Stakeholders. Learning systems such as HealthRules, Visual Studio, Azure Dev Ops, & SOAP UI. Learning how agile business systems and scrums are an essential part to any modern business.Also helping consolidate information into presentations/spreadsheets/ADO Boards for various projects and teams to create an easier and smoother platform for members to find information. Show less

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  St. Paul Academy and Summit School

  Dec 2022 - now

  I assist both the Boys and Girls golf coaches multiple times a week. Working with the programs means I must tailor what I am teaching based on skill level and ability. Work part-time as rink/athletics staff to provide excellent game day experiences. I often official score, operate the game clock, and occasionally do both for SPA boy's and girl's hockey games, as well as help with on-ice, and general facility operations for St. Katherine's University games.

  • Assistant Golf Coach

    Mar 2024 - now

  • Statistics and Operations - Hockey

    Dec 2022 - now
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  PWHL

  Dec 2023 - now

  Off-Ice Official

  Utilizing HockeyTech software to track in game statistics live. Work primarily on real time stat tracking (shots, penalties, hits) and track time on ice for home and visiting teams.

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  Golf Squad

  Feb 2025 - now

  Golf Instructor