Darrell Wollmer

Experience

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  Long Cove Club

  May 2001 - Sept 2002

  Second Assistant Superintendent

  Gained knowledge in project management through $1.5 million course renovation, including irrigation system installation and USGA greens construction and grow-in Enhanced chemical expertise through applications, research, record keeping and equipment calibration Improved management abilities through supervision and training of employees, management of small projects and scheduling of staff

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  BERKELEY HALL-NORTH COURSE

  Sept 2002 - Oct 2004

  Assistant Superintendent

  Improved efficiency and effectiveness of up to 40 direct reports via creative organization of job assignments, bilingual communication, and establishment of control systems with appropriate rewards Enhanced interdepartmental communication by developing an annual maintenance schedule as well as daily reports including all aspects of course maintenance and tournament setup Motivated and recognized superior effort of employees Developed creative solutions through use of scientific experimentation and research, interaction with industry experts, continuing education courses, innovative management techniques and course improvement project management Improved fertility usage by implementation of record keeping system, in-depth fertility analysis and educated applications to difficult to maintain soils Enhanced experience of irrigation systems through use of a Toro Osmac irrigation system with a Sitepro central control system, fertigation injection, and pumphouse maintenance Aided in budgetary development, implementation, and management; increasing labor pool through creative budgeting techniques and formulating intensive project proposals Show less

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  REGAL CHEMICAL COMPANY

  Nov 2004 - May 2005

  Sales Representative

  Anticipated customer needs in order to deliver superior value Formulated educational presentations, intended to inform and persuade clientele Increased territory clientele by 200% through intensive prospecting and follow-up Increased expertise of horticultural chemicals and fertility through in-depth instruction

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  ROSE HILL GOLF CLUB

  May 2005 - Jan 2006

  Golf Course Superintendent

  Supervised all aspects of Golf Course and Landscape Maintenance Developed methods of resolving conflicts in a respectful and constructive manner Communicated regularly with course management, rendering advice on the club's activities, goals, plans and member feedback Conducted situational analysis of organizational strengths and weaknesses, as well as opportunities and threats to aide in development of short and long-term goalsResearched, tested, planned, implemented and set expectations for strategic projects designed for product and process improvement, including renovation and grow-in of eight putting greens Developed, implemented, and managed a limited golf course maintenance budget, including capital improvements, in order to accomplish short and long-term goals Enhanced golf course staff of 14 employees through hiring, training, and supervision Programmed, managed and repaired an aging automatic irrigation system Show less

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  OLD CAROLINA GOLF CLUB

  Jun 2006 - Apr 2007

  Golf Course Superintendent

  Organized Golf Course and Landscape Maintenance practices and programs, applying my agronomic and administrative expertise to achieve desired standards and goals Enhanced communication with course management via presentations designed to ease decisions on standards of maintenance and budgeting Hired, trained and supervised staff of 3 full time employees and 2 part time employees Improved staff efficiency and effectiveness via bilingual communication, intensive training, creative scheduling, record keeping, and organization of maintenance facility Utilized problem solving abilities to investigate and alleviate weaknesses and proactively avoid problems Managed purchasing and staff scheduling within a limited golf course maintenance budget in order to exceed expectations Supervised and assisted equipment maintenance and repair Monitored turfgrass water needs, programmed Nimbus central control and repaired and calibrated Rainbird irrigation systemRefined and documented practices and programs in order to increase staff efficiency and effectiveness Show less

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  TRUGREEN CHEMLAWN

  Apr 2007 - Apr 2008

  Route Manager

  Determined proper treatments to maximize the health of lawns Solved problems in order to improve clientele retention Prospected for and informed new customers Conducted safety committee presentations designed to reduce injuries and accidents

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  Thrivent Financial for Lutherans

  Apr 2008 - Jul 2012

  Communicated with key knowledge holders and management in order to proactively develop solutions to problems Delivered solutions and offered training to field members, clients and coworkersDeveloped, reviewed and conducted system test cases and user acceptance testing Designed and reviewed Business Requirements for mini-projects Developed strong understanding of financial services products through licensure, training and continuous study Designed a Mutual Funds error tracking workbook that automated many processes and facilitated continuous improvement by highlighting error trends Assisted with and implemented continuous improvement projects through the DMAIC and DMADV processes Anticipated the question behind the question in order to offer superior service

  • Business Analyst

    Jul 2009 - Jul 2012

  • Customer Service Professional

    Apr 2008 - Jul 2009
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  Twin Rivers Golf Club

  Sept 2012 - Jul 2014

  UCF Practice Facility Superintendent

  • Organized Golf Course and Landscape Maintenance practices and programs, applying my agronomic and administrative expertise to achieve desired standards and goals• Utilized problem solving abilities to alleviate weaknesses and proactively avoid problems• Rendered advice to management on the facility’s activities, goals, plans and feedback• Researched, tested, planned, and implemented for strategic projects designed for product and process improvement, including bunker and landscaping enhancements Show less

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  Hertz Equipment Rental

  Jul 2014 - Nov 2016

  Outside Sales Representative

  • Maximized sales revenue via excellent business to business customer service including presentation, negotiation and closing of proposals• Suggested and implemented numerous process improvement ideas• Developed enhanced means of communication with shop personnel• Coordinated dispatching activities in order to maximize efficiency of six drivers• Led peers in new account revenue, predominantly through cold calling of prospects• Developed, planned and organized sales strategies yielding 30% revenue growth through job site and office visits as well as communication via telephone and email Show less

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  Twin Rivers Golf Club

  Nov 2016 - Jul 2017

  Golf Course Superintendent

  • Organized Golf Course and Landscape Maintenance practices and programs, applying my agronomic and administrative expertise to achieve desired standards and goals• Utilized problem solving abilities to alleviate weaknesses and proactively avoid problems• Managed purchasing and staff scheduling within a limited golf course maintenance budget in order to exceed expectations• Supervised and assisted with equipment maintenance and repair• Monitored turfgrass water needs, repaired and calibrated hydraulic irrigation system• Refined processes in order to increase staff efficiency and effectiveness• Communicated regularly with course management, rendering advice on the club’s activities, goals, plans and customer feedback• Enhanced golf course staff of eight employees through hiring, training, and supervision• Improved fertility usage by implementation of record keeping system, in-depth fertility analysis and educated applications• Led safety initiatives, including training and hazard prevention Show less

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  Charles Schwab

  Nov 2017 - Jan 2024

  • Service Associate - Schwab Wealth Advisory

    Sept 2022 - Jan 2024

  • Independent Advisor Relationship Specialist

    Nov 2017 - Sept 2022
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  Schwab Wealth Advisory Inc.

  Jan 2024 - now

  Associate Wealth Advisor