Sanzhar Uakassov
Manager In Golf
Kazan
Summary
Results-driven golf industry executive with 10+ years of experience managing commercial golf courses, nonprofit initiatives, and government-funded programs. Proven track record in revenue growth, team building, and grassroots golf development. Passionate about strategic expansion, charity fundraising, and junior golf academies.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Coach
Tatarstan Republic Government Golf School
01.2023 - Current
- Train junior athletes, aligning programs with national sports development goals.
Director of Golf
Ak Bars Golf Club
01.2022 - Current
- Oversaw full construction and launch of 18-hole championship course in record time.
- Established operational frameworks for tournaments, memberships, and guest services.
General Manager
Sviyaga Hills Golf Club
01.2020 - Current
- Transformed business operations, restructuring processes and building a high-performance team.
- Grew membership base 14x (7 to 100) through targeted outreach and community engagement.
Vice-President
Tatarstan Golf Association
01.2020 - Current
- Authored regional golf popularization strategy, securing government and private funding.
- Organized charity tournaments (e.g., Ak Chachaklar), raising $80K+ for hospice projects.
Director of Golf
Sviyaga Hills
01.2019 - 12.2022
Club Professional
Nurtau Golf Club
01.2012 - 12.2018
Caddie
Nurtau Golf Club
01.2012 - 12.2018
Education
Bachelor of Law -
Central-Asian University
Bachelor of Logistics - undefined
Turan University
Skills
- Golf Facility Management
- Tournament Operations
- Event Planning
- Crisis Management
- Golf Instruction
- Leadership
- Strategic Planning
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Public Speaking
Accomplishments
- 4x revenue increase at Sviyaga Hills Golf Club as Director of Golf, 01/01/19 - 12/31/22
- Scaled membership from 7 to 100 as General Manager, 01/01/20 - Present
- Raised $200K+ for charity through tournaments; built a 9-hole park course in a hospice.
- Launched Tatarstan’s first free government-funded junior golf academy (200+ children).
- Spearheaded construction of Ak Bars Golf Club’s 18-hole course in 1.5 years, 01/01/22 - Present
Additional Sections
English, Russian, Kazakh, Arabic, Titleist Performance Institute Golf Level 3, Juniors Level 2, MakerSpace Almaty volunteering and organizing events.
Projects Initiatives
- Longest Drive at Shymbulak Ski Resort, Coordinated a record-setting golf event during the Kazakhstan Open, boosting visibility for golf and sponsor ASU Water.
- Ak Chachaklar Charity Tournament, Raised $80K+ for hospice construction, doctor bonuses, and a 9-hole park golf course.
Timeline
Head Coach
Tatarstan Republic Government Golf School
01.2023 - Current
Director of Golf
Ak Bars Golf Club
01.2022 - Current
General Manager
Sviyaga Hills Golf Club
01.2020 - Current
Vice-President
Tatarstan Golf Association
01.2020 - Current
Director of Golf
Sviyaga Hills
01.2019 - 12.2022
Club Professional
Nurtau Golf Club
01.2012 - 12.2018
Caddie
Nurtau Golf Club
01.2012 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Logistics - undefined
Turan University
Bachelor of Law -
Central-Asian University
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