Jim Schell CCM CCE MBA

Jim Schell CCM CCE MBA

Bar Manager / Wine Steward

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    General Manager at The Venice Golf and Country Club

  • Education

    • University of Michigan-Flint

      1992 - 1994
      MBA General Management finance
    • Oakland Community College

      -
      ABA Business Administration and Management, General
    • Walsh College of Accountancy and Business Administration

      1990 - 1992
      BBA Accounting, Management, Finance
  • Experience

    • Great Oaks Country Club

      Jan 1984 - Jan 1987
      Bar Manager / Wine Steward
    • PINE LAKE COUNTRY CLUB

      Jan 1987 - Jan 1995
      Bar Manager / Wine Consultant
    • Bermuda Run Country Club

      Jan 1995 - Jan 1997
      General Manager
    • Pine Brook Country Club

      Jan 1997 - Jan 2002
      General Manager
    • THE VENICE GOLF AND COUNTRY CLUB

      Nov 2002 - now
      Chief Operating Officer

      Responsible for P/L, budget preparation, capital project planning and implementation for a gated golf and country club. Participated, administered, and updated a long range strategic plan. This plan produced numerous capital projects including golf course renovation, clubhouse renovation, aquatic center renovation and new fitness center, etc. I successfully integrate the vision of the Board with the objectives of the committees and I communicate this vision in terms of operational goals and actions plans for my management team to implement. Obtained International Audubon Certification Obtained International GEO Sustainability Certification (1 of 10 GEO Certified Clubs in the USA)Obtained America's Healthiest Club StatusCharter Member of the Green Business Partnership Facilitated long term irrigation water agreements with several government entitiesDeveloped a successful management team that delivers high member service levels within the budgetary constraints. Certified Club Manager, Honor Society, and Certified Chief Executive through Club Managers Association of America. Developed a fully subscribed Wine Club. Automated club functions, electronic check capture, email statements, auto debit, eblasts, electronic document filing, website administration, media board, security cameras, HVAC, electronic access door control, VOIP phone system, etc. Guest speaker and presenter on Sustainable Club Practices. Member of the Bamboo Society and CMAA International Wine Society. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • CCE Certified Chief Executive

      Club Managers Association of America
    • Sarasota Certified Healthy Worksite

      Sarasota County in conjuction with the Center for Disease Control CDC
    • Certified Green Business Partner

      Sarasota County Government
      Sept 2006
    • Certified Chief Executive (CCE)

      Club Management Association of America
      Sept 2017
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    • Certified Club Manager

      Club Managers Assn of America (CMAA)
    • CMAA Honor Society

      Club Managers Assn of America (CMAA)
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Jim Schell CCM CCE MBA
      GEO Certified Golf Environment Organization Jan 2012 This organization the gold standard Eco label for golf courses worldwide. The GEO recognizes our efforts to balance cost, environment, and member needs within our business model. We are leaders locally, regionally, nationally, and with this certification internationally. The are numerous examples of sustainable practices we employ; geothermal heat pumps, zero energy hot water generators, demand control ventilation, lighting controls and appliances. Our claim to fame is our storm water… Show more This organization the gold standard Eco label for golf courses worldwide. The GEO recognizes our efforts to balance cost, environment, and member needs within our business model. We are leaders locally, regionally, nationally, and with this certification internationally. The are numerous examples of sustainable practices we employ; geothermal heat pumps, zero energy hot water generators, demand control ventilation, lighting controls and appliances. Our claim to fame is our storm water irrigation system. We have found that reducing inputs while providing a great member experience is saving us plenty of money. Show less
    • Awarded to Jim Schell CCM CCE MBA
      Audubon Certified Golf Course Sanctuary Audubon International 2004 We have been a leading Environmental leader for many years. We won the Audubon International's Bio Blitz for the diversity of life both times we have entered our findings. This challenge is an international challenge to identity the highest number of living creatures within our property. This is a home of beautiful flora and fauna that is truely embraced and loved by all that experience this property.