I received your card yesterday, and I want to sincerely thank you for your very kind words about your experience working on our project. It was very humbling to read your note, and it allowed me to reflect again on how proud I still am of what WE accomplished together. Truth be told – the pleasure was all mine. We spoke to and interviewed other consultants, but you stood out quickly as a cut above the others, JJ, and you did not disappoint. You were a tour de force and exactly the person (equipped with a damn race car engine!) that we needed to help us with our golf course evaluation, RFP process, and public presentations. We would not have been able to accomplish what we did and within the timeframe in which we did it without you. From start to finish, our process and deliverables had both credibility and polish because of you.

So to you, good sir, I raise my glass…and thank you sincerely for your outstanding work! You’ve helped position us well for the next chapters ahead with Village Greens.”

~Al Stonitsch, Village Administrator, astonitsch@woodridgeil.gov, Office: 630-719-4707, Cell: 847-322-9492

What differentiates JJKeegan+ is that, in partnership with you, they apply solid theory developed over the past decade based on field research, deliver hard factual data regarding your facility, and present a practical management system based on rules of thumb that will streamline and simplify your operation. They validate what you think is true, stretch your imagination, and encourage you to achieve more.

At Play Golf Calgary, JJKeegan+ confirmed the economic viability of two new courses we are building and identified potential hurdles. They were passionate soundboarders, delivering progressive ideas for the brand we are developing and providing valid suggestions on the architectural style of the green complexes under construction. We tested their golf profit formula, consisting of 21 templates, which gave us great confidence that we are on the right path and motivated our team to further excel. The worksheet, which provides insights into what constitutes an appropriate green fee, is uncannily accurate, only possible with a thorough understanding of the golf experience.

Would I recommend JJKeegan+? Depends. If you are an average operator, JJKeegan+ will likely crush you if you don’t have a firm grasp of the fundamentals to absorb their fast-paced, emotional presentations. They are like a fire hose with a torrent of amazing information that will drown you if you are not a business professional.

If you are good and seeking to be great, JJKeegan+ is awesome. They love helping you. It is perhaps the best money we have spent on education in the twenty years we have owned golf courses.”

~Scott Atkinson, Play Golf Calgary

“You were too humble in your involvement with CGC. It was a total team effort with you included. I appreciate everything you opened our eyes to at CGC with your assessments. Thanks for hosting the webinar today. I thought it was very well done. I already have the next one booked on my calendar!!!”

~ Graham Cliff, Head Golf Professional, Colorado Golf Club, 8000 Preservation Trail, Parker, CO  80134

“Congratulations Jim! This is really quite an accomplishment. You crafted a strategic plan for the City of Ocala and correctly identified every relevant issue. While it took us five years to implement all of the recommendations, you were directly on point from the outset as to the challenges we faced.”

~John Zobler, former City Manager, City of Ocala, FL

“We are coming back strong. Imagine what is going to happen after we complete the course improvement and cart path projects that start in July. Number 9 green at Los Amigos turned out great. It’s been open for several months. Lots of positive feedback on your design enhancements.  I read your book. It is awesome. Just fantastic. Congratulations. I am very happy for you and the phenomenal accomplishment this book represents. You are the man.”

~ Stuart Hayden, Co-Owner, Strato Partners