Biografia

Sauro Prosperi

Fax: +39 02 700419462

Email: sauro@scuoladigolf.it

Curriculum Vitae, May 2024

Profile

I am an accomplished professional with extensive experience managing multicultural projects on an international scale. My expertise includes strategic planning, adherence to strict financial disciplines, deadline-driven administration, and modern leadership techniques, such as staff motivation, inclusive decision-making, and clear communication. My cosmopolitan background, coupled with proficiency in European languages and an analytical interest in diverse cultures, enables me to confidently navigate varied national approaches.

Skills

Expertise in both golf and commercial environments
Proven management techniques applied in Europe, USA, and Australia
Strong leadership and human resource management abilities
Budget design and financial oversight
Efficient, detail-oriented, and systematic work methodology
Rapid adaptability to new challenges and environments
Languages: Fluent Italian; proficient English; basic understanding of Spanish, French, and Latin
IT Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Windows, Mac, V ONE
Clean driving license (HR, R)
Certified in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and basic emergency life support
Knowledge of policy and safety management systems

Professional Experience

Director of Instructors, Italian Golf School, Milan, Italy - January 2006 - Present

Oversee coordination and management of practice instructors and customer relations
Organize and manage golf entertainment programs, enhancing practice opportunities
Personally supervise staff exercises and training regimens financial statements
Manage the information desk and call center operations
Plan and execute national and international golf holidays
Lead the commercial department, preparing reports and financial statements
Manage sponsor relationships and supply chains
Administer the Index System for Amateur Handicap

Creator and Tournament Director, Italian Open Championship Amateurs, Milan, Italy September 2008 - December 2010

Managed tournament operations across 18 golf clubs in Italy, including pre-qualification, semifinals, and finals
Coordinated information desk, call center, and front-of-house staff
Organized the final tournament event, including trophy engraving and celebrations
Oversaw commercial operations, publicity, sponsors, and outsourcing for security and cleaning
Designed the tournament trophy and established program regulations
Ensured ongoing success of the tournament

Designer and Director, Golf Challenge at the Castle of Novara, Italy April 2006 - August 2006

Designed and managed the development of a golf course atop a castle
Coordinated maintenance teams and external contractors for catering, security, and cleaning
Established competition rules and characteristics
Ensured the event’s continued success

Golf Instructor, Golf Club Le Rovedine, Milan, Italy July 2004 - October 2006

Managed private client lists and family programs
Organized golf entertainment and private national/international golf holidays

Golf Instructor, Golf Des Iles Borromees, Stresa Lago Maggiore, Italy - November 2003 – September 2004

Coordinated private client lists and family programs
Organized golf entertainment and private golf holidays

Golf Professional Promoter, FIG - Italian Golf Federation, Rome, Italy May 2003 - May 2006

Promoted golf through entertainment and mobile golf range initiatives
Delivered golf lessons and managed commercial operations
Coordinated sponsors, supplies, and government permits

Designer and Director, Driving Range Construction, Macerata, Italy May 2001 - September 2001

Designed and oversaw construction of a driving range
Managed contractors and handled all paperwork

Head Golf Instructor, Golf Club Le Colonne di Schito, Treia, Italy August 1999 - April 2001

Managed client lists and organized golf entertainment and holidays

Assistant to the Director of Golf Operations, PGA National Resort & Spa, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA September 1998 – July 1999

Supported golf operations in the Pro Shop and Academy
Created a large oil painting to enhance customer service
Volunteered at the 60th PGA Seniors Championship

Assistant to the Director of Golf Range Operations, Temecula, CA, USA January 1996 - August 1998

Assisted with golf lessons, Pro Shop operations, and driving range management
Provided lessons to seniors and juniors (short game and putting)

Coach-Escort, Nike Juniors Golf Camp, Palmesa, CA, USA February 1996 - July 1998

Conducted clinics and lessons for juniors
Coordinated activities, tournaments, and family transfers

Golf Coach, Club Mediterranée, Scanziano Ionico, Italy / La Côte d’Azur, Monaco January 1986 - September 1989

Managed golf lessons and driving range operations

Police Corporal, Italian Ministry of Defense, Rome, Italy November 1985 - December 1986

Patrolled city streets and maximum-security prisons
Served as a cynophilist with a police dog and handled public complaintsense, Rome, Italy

Education

2006: Degree in Professional Teacher of Physical Education, Sport, and Health, CONI-FIG Italian National Olympic Committee & Italian Golf Federation, Rome, Italy

2006: Certificate of Attendance, Seminar on Teaching Golf with Hank Haney, PGA of Italy, Milan, Italy

2005: Certificate of Attendance, Seminar on Teaching Golf with Denis Pugh, PGA of Italy, Varese, Italy

2004: Certificate of Attendance, Seminar on Teaching Golf with Costantino Rocca, PGA of Italy, Milan, Italy

1999: Certificate of Graduation, The Academy of Golf, PGA National Resort & Spa, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA

1998: Golf Professional Training Program (GPTP), PGA of America, Palm Beach Gardens, FL, USA

1998: Honors Degree in Professional Golf Management (GPA: 3.491), Professional Golfers Career College, Temecula, CA, USA

Relevant Coursework:

Psychology I and II, Golf Instruction (6 units)
Psychology III, Attitude and Motivation (3 units)
Psychology IV, No Excuses (1 unit)
Golf Shop Operations (6 units)
Golf Course Development Design (6 units)
Principles of Club Repair (4 units)
Career Planning (3 units)
Country Club Management (6 units)
Golf Industry Opportunity (2 units)
Club Fitting (4 units)
Turf Management (7 units)
Principles of Salesmanship (6 units)
Principles of Retailing (6 units)
Human Resource Management (5 units)
Fitness for Golf (1 unit)
Techniques of Golf Teaching (12 units)
Tournament Golf (4 units)
Organizing Golf Tournaments (5 units)
Clinic Planning (3 units)
History of Golf (3 units)
Rules of Golf (6 units)
Calligraphy (3 units)
Written Communications (3 units)
Oral Communications (2 units)
Health Science (3 units)

1997: Diploma in Professional Golf Instruction, Professional Golf Instructors Institute, Temecula, CA, USA

1997: Diploma in International Golf Training Program, The USA International Golf Academy, Temecula, CA, USA

1996: Certificate of Achievement, Advanced Golf Instruction Training Program, The USA International Golf Academy, Temecula, CA, USA

1989: Diploma in Diamonds Grading, GIA Gemological Institute of America, Carlsbad, CA, USA

1984: Degree in Metal Science and Materials Technology with Laboratory, ISA Benvenuto Cellini, Valenza Po, Italy

1981: Diploma in Master of Art, Liceo Artistico G. Cantalamessa, Macerata, Italy.

Achievements

Qualified Golf Professional (GPQ), PGA
Co-Founder and Coordinator, Italian Open Golf Amateurs Championship, Milan, Italy
Creator and Coordinator, Golf Challenge at Castle of Novara, Italy
Member and Partner, PGA of Italy
Member, FIG Italian Golf Federation
Designed and built a driving range in Macerata, Italy
Promoted golf through CONI-FIG as a Golf Professional and Mentor
Assistant Coordinator, PGA of America Winter Championship, FL, USA
Received Honors, Professional Golfers Career College, Temecula, CA, USA
Qualified for the final round, World Cup by PGCC, CA, USA
Proud Member, GIA Alumni Association
Received National Award for Best Jewelry Project, Association Jewelry of Valenza Po, Italy.

SAURO PROSPERI, PGA MEMBER