Scottsdale, Ariz. – Troon®, the leader in providing golf and club-related leisure and hospitality services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Deane Ilukowicz as the company’s new Chief Human Resources Officer. Ilukowicz will lead Troon’s global human resources team, supporting the company’s 35,000-plus associates across 45 states, 40 countries and multiple brands. She will office at Troon’s corporate headquarters in Scottsdale, Ariz.
Ilukowicz has 30-plus years of experience in building and transforming global HR organizations that enable growth, operational excellence, and strong culture. She most recently served as the Chief People Officer for Scottsdale-based TPI Composites. Throughout her career, Ilukowicz has led the HR teams at several large organizations, including Vice President of Organizational Effectiveness at TransUnion, Chief Human Resources Officer for Hypertherm, as well as senior level HR roles at financial services and manufacturing companies.
“Deane brings strong experience, a collaborative leadership style, and a genuine commitment to developing people and strengthening culture,” said Troon President and CEO Tim Schantz. “She has strong business acumen and is going to add a lot to the team.”
Ilukowicz has an MBA from Wake Forest University and her bachelor’s degree in social and behavioral science from The Johns Hopkins University. She also served as a trustee for the Community College System of New Hampshire and provides free HR consulting to nonprofit organizations.
“I’m energized by the company’s vision, strong position in the industry, and its deep commitment to a culture of hospitality that serves both customers and employees. I’m excited to contribute to strengthening an environment where associates feel supported and customers feel truly cared for,” said Ilukowicz.
Companies and operating brands under the Troon umbrella include Troon Golf, Troon Privé, Troon International, Indigo Sports, CADDIEMASTER, ClubUp, Cliff Drysdale Tennis, True Club Solutions, RealFood Hospitality, Strategy & Design and RF DesignStudio, ICON Management Services and Eventive Sports. In addition to its global headquarters in Scottsdale, Ariz., Troon has offices in Reston, Va.; Newton, Mass.; Chicago, Ill.; Irvine, Calif.; Jupiter, Fla.; Jacksonville, Fla.; Birmingham, Ala.; Seattle, Wash.; New Braunfels, Texas; Brisbane, Queensland, Australia; Geneva, Switzerland; and Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
For more information on Troon, visit www.Troon.com.
About Troon
Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., Troon is the world’s largest golf and golf-related hospitality management company providing services at 950-plus locations in 45-plus states and 40-plus countries, including operational responsibility for 575-plus 18-hole equivalent golf courses. In addition to golf, Troon specializes in homeowner association management, private residence clubs, estate management and associated hospitality venues. Troon’s award-winning food and beverage division operates and manages 600-plus food and beverage operations located at golf resorts, private clubs, daily fee golf courses and recreational facilities. Troon’s family of brands includes Troon Golf, Troon Privé, Troon International, Indigo Sports, CADDIEMASTER, ClubUp, Cliff Drysdale Tennis, True Club Solutions, RealFood Hospitality, Strategy & Design and RF DesignStudio, ICON Management and Eventive Sports. For additional news and information, visit www.Troon.com.
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Troon
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