RICHARD EYRE
Northwich,Cheshire
Summary
PGA Accredited Golf Professional with over 15 years’ experience within private members’ golf clubs, delivering high standards of coaching, commercial performance, and member service. Known for a calm, approachable manner and the ability to build strong, trusted relationships across all sections of a club.
Highly experienced in balancing traditional club values with the operational, commercial, and leadership demands of the modern game. Commercially aware, people-focused, and well prepared to take full responsibility for the strategic direction, professional standards, and day-to-day leadership of a Head Golf Professional role.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
PGA Golf Professional
MATTHEW GILLINGHAM - WILMSLOW GC
WILMSLOW, CHESHIRE
07.2012 - 02.2026
- Delivered consistent five-star service to exclusive private members golf club.
- Demonstrated exceptional proficiency in EPOS systems for effective stock control and business operations.
- Contributed significantly to sales, impacting overall turnover positively.
- Successfully organised and executed golf days and events from inception to completion.
- Conducted club competitions for members using various software platforms such as IG and ClubV2.
- Applied initiative to manage arising situations calmly and effectively.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of golfing industry trends and new product technologies.
- Provided high-level golf tuition to individuals and groups across diverse ages and skill levels.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively listening to concerns and answering questions.
PGA Golf Professional
IAN WRIGLEY - DUNHAM FOREST GC
ALTRINCHAM, Cheshire
06.2009 - 06.2012
- Coached individuals of all ages and abilities following PGA qualifications.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to over 400 members at elite private golf club.
- Gained insights into operations driving success in golf businesses.
- Formulated strategies based on factors contributing to success in golf clubs.
- Competed nationally, representing club in prestigious competitions.
- Participated in CPD training to enhance professional competencies.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Assistant Golf Professional
PETER EYRE -MERE GC
MERE, CHESHIRE
06.2008 - 05.2009
- Completed PGA Training within a large professional team in corporate golf environment.
- Acquired insights into customer needs and effective fulfilment strategies.
- Developed proficiency with EPOS systems, stock control, and ordering platforms.
- Maintained high standards through consistent application of best practices.
- Shadowed experienced professionals to enhance golfing knowledge and skills.
- Coordinated junior training programmes to stimulate interest in the sport.
Education
Degree in Science - PROFESSIONAL GOLF STUDIES + SPORTS SCIENCES
Birmingham City University
Birmingham, BIR 09.2008 - 09.2011
NVQ Level 4 - Sports Sciences + Bio Mechanics
Mid Cheshire College
Cheshire West and Chester, CheshireGCSE -
RUDHEATH SENIOR ACADEMY
RUDHEATHSkills
- Problem-solving
- Communication skills
- Team building
- Strategic planning
- Leadership
- Resourcefulness
- Accounting
- Programme development
Timeline
PGA Golf Professional
MATTHEW GILLINGHAM - WILMSLOW GC
07.2012 - 02.2026
PGA Golf Professional
IAN WRIGLEY - DUNHAM FOREST GC
06.2009 - 06.2012
Degree in Science - PROFESSIONAL GOLF STUDIES + SPORTS SCIENCES
Birmingham City University
09.2008 - 09.2011
Assistant Golf Professional
PETER EYRE -MERE GC
06.2008 - 05.2009
GCSE -
RUDHEATH SENIOR ACADEMY
NVQ Level 4 - Sports Sciences + Bio Mechanics
Mid Cheshire College