ORLANDO, Fla. – July 8, 2010…Marriott Golf, one of the world’s premier golf operators, recently announced that Andy Ragsdale, Golf Course Superintendent at The Ritz Carlton Golf Club, Orlando, Grande Lakes was named Golf Grounds Manager of the Year. The award is based on performance excellence for current and previous years in various categories, including maintaining turfgrass conditions, successful large scale renovation or construction projects, loss prevention efforts, personnel development, operating within budget, active pursuit of industry-wide certifications and education, and more.
Under Ragsdale’s direction, The Ritz Carlton Golf Club, Orlando, Grande Lakes, earned certification through the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program which enables golf facilities to protect the environment by enhancing precious natural areas and wildlife habitats. This program is part of a systemwide commitment by Marriott International, Inc. (MAR:NYSE) to promote environmental stewardship.
In addition to his commitment to protecting and preserving the environment, Ragsdale is also a true community leader, having contributed to several community relations programs, including Feed The Homeless and Habitat for Humanity.
“We are happy to recognize Andy Ragsdale as our Golf Grounds Manager of the Year,” said Robert Waller, Senior Director, Grounds Operations at Ritz-Carlton Golf. “Complementing his commitment to promoting environmental stewardship, Andy serves as a passionate leader and has consistently demonstrated the ability to maintain the highest standards that are synonymous with a Ritz-Carlton property.”
About Marriott Golf
Marriott Golf manages 59 golf courses at 43 locations in 12 countries, offering more than 1,000 holes of championship golf. Marriott has been managing golf operations since 1970 and is one of the world’s premier golf operators. Marriott provides golf management and consulting services to a variety of operational environments including resort, private club, daily fee, golf school and franchises. For more information, visit www.marriottgolf.com.
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