Washington Golf
3401 South 19th St, Suite #200, Tacoma, WA 98405
(206) 526-8605 • (800) 643-6410
Executive Leadership
Troy Andrew
CEO
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Troy Andrew
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Troy, a native of Lakewood, Washington, began his journey in golf at an early age, working at Oakbrook Golf and Country Club. His love for the sport was evident both in his competitive play as a junior and his passion for working in the golf shop and on the maintenance crew during his high school and college years. A proud alumnus of Central Washington University, Troy's professional path in golf administration began in 1999 when John Bodenhamer hired him as the PNGA and WA Golf Director of Rules and Competition.
Over the years, Troy's commitment to the sport led to his roles as Director of Communications and, subsequently, Assistant Executive Director. In 2011, he was appointed the CEO/Executive Director of WA Golf, PNGA, and The Home Course.
Troy's leadership has extended beyond the organizations as he served as a Board Member and President of the International Association of Golf Administrators (IAGA), represented the Western Region on the AGA/USGA council, and was a board member of the First Tee of Greater Seattle. Additionally, he organizes the Golf Alliance of Washington and serves as the Executive Director of the Pacific Coast Golf Association.
Away from his professional duties, Troy is a devoted husband and father to two boys. His free time is often spent with his family, encouraging them to join him on the golf course.
Troy, a native of Lakewood, Washington, began his journey in golf at an early age, working at Oakbrook Golf and Country Club. His love for the sport was evident both in his competitive play as a junior and his passion for working in the golf shop and on the maintenance crew during his high school and college years. A proud alumnus of Central Washington University, Troy's professional path in golf administration began in 1999 when John Bodenhamer hired him as the PNGA and WA Golf Director of Rules and Competition.
Over the years, Troy's commitment to the sport led to his roles as Director of Communications and, subsequently, Assistant Executive Director. In 2011, he was appointed the CEO/Executive Director of WA Golf, PNGA, and The Home Course.
Troy's leadership has extended beyond the organizations as he served as a Board Member and President of the International Association of Golf Administrators (IAGA), represented the Western Region on the AGA/USGA council, and was a board member of the First Tee of Greater Seattle. Additionally, he organizes the Golf Alliance of Washington and serves as the Executive Director of the Pacific Coast Golf Association.
Away from his professional duties, Troy is a devoted husband and father to two boys. His free time is often spent with his family, encouraging them to join him on the golf course.
Heather Wilson
Senior Director of Finance & Accounting
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Heather Wilson
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Heather joined the Association in May 2014 excited to work with a sports organization that promotes the positive impact of athletics beyond the scorecard. Being involved in a variety of sports throughout her life has provided her with incredible experiences, a network of lasting relationships and a college education, both of which are part of the foundation for her life today. She is not a technical expert on the rules of the golf, but plays with family and friends to know the value of the game for its life lessons and personal benefits.
Heather’s principle role is to manage the business matters of the association utilizing her accounting degree from Boise State University (Go Broncos!) and successful work experience managing the human resources and finances of many non-profit organizations and services.
Heather joined the Association in May 2014 excited to work with a sports organization that promotes the positive impact of athletics beyond the scorecard. Being involved in a variety of sports throughout her life has provided her with incredible experiences, a network of lasting relationships and a college education, both of which are part of the foundation for her life today. She is not a technical expert on the rules of the golf, but plays with family and friends to know the value of the game for its life lessons and personal benefits.
Heather’s principle role is to manage the business matters of the association utilizing her accounting degree from Boise State University (Go Broncos!) and successful work experience managing the human resources and finances of many non-profit organizations and services.
Shari Jacobson
Senior Director of Operations & Executive Support
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Shari Jacobson
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Shari joined the staff in March 2012. She is responsible for the growth and sustainability of the Club Representative Program, as well as the enhancement of our communications with the Club Representatives and our member clubs and facilities. She works closely with the activities of the Membership Services Department, and served as the Director of Championship Operations for the 2014 U.S. Women's Amateur Public Links which was held at The Home Course. Previously, Shari worked at a golf club as the event coordinator, and the club became like a second family (luckily her own family loves golf!).
Shari joined the staff in March 2012. She is responsible for the growth and sustainability of the Club Representative Program, as well as the enhancement of our communications with the Club Representatives and our member clubs and facilities. She works closely with the activities of the Membership Services Department, and served as the Director of Championship Operations for the 2014 U.S. Women's Amateur Public Links which was held at The Home Course. Previously, Shari worked at a golf club as the event coordinator, and the club became like a second family (luckily her own family loves golf!).
Nate Schroeder
Senior Director of Championships & Golf Operations
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Nate Schroeder
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Nate began working in golf administration after graduating from the University of Minnesota in 2013 and spending a year as a USGA P.J. Boatwright Intern with the New York State Golf Association. In his free time you can find him out on the golf course, somewhere getting far too emotionally invested in Gopher sports, or outdoors exploring the Great Northwest.
Nate began working in golf administration after graduating from the University of Minnesota in 2013 and spending a year as a USGA P.J. Boatwright Intern with the New York State Golf Association. In his free time you can find him out on the golf course, somewhere getting far too emotionally invested in Gopher sports, or outdoors exploring the Great Northwest.
Administration
Malia Osborne
Office Administrator
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Malia Osborne
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Born and raised in Gig Harbor, Malia graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in law and policy after attending college in Boise, and is a proud mom to a 5-year-old daughter and an Alaskan Malamute, with a lifelong love for golf that began in junior golf with her sister and continued through high school, now reignited through her work at WA Golf, where she’s excited to reconnect with the game she enjoys alongside summer days by the water, winter trips to the mountains, traveling, and making memories with her daughter, with her dream foursome being one more round with her dad and family who sparked her passion.
Born and raised in Gig Harbor, Malia graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in law and policy after attending college in Boise, and is a proud mom to a 5-year-old daughter and an Alaskan Malamute, with a lifelong love for golf that began in junior golf with her sister and continued through high school, now reignited through her work at WA Golf, where she’s excited to reconnect with the game she enjoys alongside summer days by the water, winter trips to the mountains, traveling, and making memories with her daughter, with her dream foursome being one more round with her dad and family who sparked her passion.
Marie Hasegawa
Accounting & Finance Assistant
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Marie Hasegawa
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Marie joined the WA Golf staff in 2021. A Washington native, she grew up in the West Seattle area with her parents and six siblings. She has been married to her awesome husband, Dean, for 34 years. Family means the world to Marie, and although she and her husband don't have kids of their own, the two remain close and stay busy with their large extended family.
Marie joined the WA Golf staff in 2021. A Washington native, she grew up in the West Seattle area with her parents and six siblings. She has been married to her awesome husband, Dean, for 34 years. Family means the world to Marie, and although she and her husband don't have kids of their own, the two remain close and stay busy with their large extended family.
Membership & Club Relations
Collin Westwood
Assistant Director of Course Rating & IT
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Collin Westwood
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Collin started working at the Association in September 2015. Before that he worked at The Home Course in DuPont, Wash. for eight years as the golf shop manager. With The Home Course being owned and operated by the Association, he had worked with the staff numerous times during championships and other events held at the course. With all of the experience working with the great people on staff, he knew it was a place he wanted to work.
Collin started working at the Association in September 2015. Before that he worked at The Home Course in DuPont, Wash. for eight years as the golf shop manager. With The Home Course being owned and operated by the Association, he had worked with the staff numerous times during championships and other events held at the course. With all of the experience working with the great people on staff, he knew it was a place he wanted to work.
Audrey Orem
Manager of Membership & Handicapping
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Audrey Orem
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Audrey has been a competitor in the Association’s championships for over five years and is excited to join the team and help grow the game. She attended Western Washington University where she played on the women’s golf team, serving as co-captain her senior year, and graduated with a degree in communication studies. She started in the sports field as a marketing intern for Western’s athletic department. Her dad taught her to play when she expressed an interest in joining her high school golf team.
Audrey has been a competitor in the Association’s championships for over five years and is excited to join the team and help grow the game. She attended Western Washington University where she played on the women’s golf team, serving as co-captain her senior year, and graduated with a degree in communication studies. She started in the sports field as a marketing intern for Western’s athletic department. Her dad taught her to play when she expressed an interest in joining her high school golf team.
Trent Borgognoni
Coordinator of Membership Operations
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Trent Borgognoni
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Born and raised in Mount Vernon, Washington, Trent earned a bachelor’s degree in sport management from Washington State University (Go Cougs!) before heading to Arizona for a 9-month P.J. Boatwright internship with AZ Golf. What Trent loves most about golf is its unique ability to bring people together through formats that level the playing field—no matter the skill level. Outside of work, you’ll likely find him outdoors—whether it’s hiking, fishing, camping, boating, or playing a round of golf. Trent’s dream foursome? Si Woo Kim, Rickie Fowler, and Jordan Spieth—because fun is always part of the game.
Born and raised in Mount Vernon, Washington, Trent earned a bachelor’s degree in sport management from Washington State University (Go Cougs!) before heading to Arizona for a 9-month P.J. Boatwright internship with AZ Golf. What Trent loves most about golf is its unique ability to bring people together through formats that level the playing field—no matter the skill level. Outside of work, you’ll likely find him outdoors—whether it’s hiking, fishing, camping, boating, or playing a round of golf. Trent’s dream foursome? Si Woo Kim, Rickie Fowler, and Jordan Spieth—because fun is always part of the game.
Marketing
Marilyn Esguerra
Director of Marketing
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Marilyn Esguerra
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Marilyn’s job as the marketing director is to shine the best light on Washington Golf. A longtime Seattleite, she has played design and marketing roles for publishers and ad agencies in the Puget Sound area. She enjoys road trips, the outdoors and exploring new places and rediscovering favorites, especially when with her husband and two daughters. She has a Chi-Jack named Frida.
Marilyn’s job as the marketing director is to shine the best light on Washington Golf. A longtime Seattleite, she has played design and marketing roles for publishers and ad agencies in the Puget Sound area. She enjoys road trips, the outdoors and exploring new places and rediscovering favorites, especially when with her husband and two daughters. She has a Chi-Jack named Frida.
Vinny Fiorino
Assistant Director of Marketing Technology
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Vinny Fiorino
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Working in sports has been a passion of Vinny’s his entire life, so much so that he received an undergraduate degree in sport management from Gonzaga University in 2016. Growing up in Tacoma, Wash., he first learned the game from his dad and has been fortunate enough to play golf for most of his life.
Working in sports has been a passion of Vinny’s his entire life, so much so that he received an undergraduate degree in sport management from Gonzaga University in 2016. Growing up in Tacoma, Wash., he first learned the game from his dad and has been fortunate enough to play golf for most of his life.
Elise Tello
Graphic Designer & Content Coordinator
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Elise Tello
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Elise grew up in the Yakima Valley and attended the University of San Francisco and Point Loma Nazarene University for college, where she was involved in cross country and track. She is a proud mother of two kids, Melanie and Lucio, and has two dogs, Henry and Kobe. Elise's interest in golf was sparked by the recent boom in its popularity and the exciting attention it has garnered. Having always enjoyed competitive sports, and with her husband being an avid hobby golfer, she was naturally drawn into the world of golf. Outside of work, Elise is passionate about traveling, trying new restaurants as an avid foodie, hiking around the Pacific Northwest, and spending time along the waterfront.
Communications & Advertising Sales
Tom Cade
Director of Communications & Editor-in-Chief
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Tom Cade
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Tom started working for the Association in November of 2006. He got into the game at age 13 when he started working as a caddie at Sahalee Country Club. He returned to the Pacific Northwest in the late 1990s, and started managing some golf events, and that's how he got back into the golf industry.
Tom started working for the Association in November of 2006. He got into the game at age 13 when he started working as a caddie at Sahalee Country Club. He returned to the Pacific Northwest in the late 1990s, and started managing some golf events, and that's how he got back into the golf industry.
Jeff Job
Director of Advertising Sales & Sponsorship
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Jeff Job
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Jeff is a Midwest native, having grown up in Indiana and graduated from Ball State University. He credits his love of golf to his father who picked up the game later in life and was active in the men's club at Windy Hill Country Club in their hometown of Greencastle, Ind. As the sales director, Jeff steers advertising and sponsorship sales with a wide variety of clients. He has over 25 years of business development experience, having worked at America Online, iVillage, Netscape, and most recently The Seattle Times.
Jeff is a Midwest native, having grown up in Indiana and graduated from Ball State University. He credits his love of golf to his father who picked up the game later in life and was active in the men's club at Windy Hill Country Club in their hometown of Greencastle, Ind. As the sales director, Jeff steers advertising and sponsorship sales with a wide variety of clients. He has over 25 years of business development experience, having worked at America Online, iVillage, Netscape, and most recently The Seattle Times.
Championships & Golf Operations
Eric Sjogren, PGA
Director of Championships
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Eric Sjogren, PGA
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Eric was born and raised in Vancouver, Washington. He earned a degree in marketing with an emphasis in PGA Professional Golf Management from the University of Idaho in 2017. Eric worked for several years at Bend Golf Club (Bend, Ore.) and Royal Oaks Country Club (Vancouver, Wash.) before joining WA Golf staff in the spring of 2022. In his free time, he attends as many sporting events as he can and enjoys staying active with his wife, Cara.
Eric was born and raised in Vancouver, Washington. He earned a degree in marketing with an emphasis in PGA Professional Golf Management from the University of Idaho in 2017. Eric worked for several years at Bend Golf Club (Bend, Ore.) and Royal Oaks Country Club (Vancouver, Wash.) before joining WA Golf staff in the spring of 2022. In his free time, he attends as many sporting events as he can and enjoys staying active with his wife, Cara.
Alex Gilley
Manager of Championships
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Alex Gilley
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Alex grew up on the west side of Portland, near Beaverton, and graduated from the University of Washington with a degree in Political Science. Growing up around golf with a grandpa in the industry, Alex worked at Rock Creek Country Club during high school, gaining experience in various roles. Passionate about sports, he enjoys playing golf and basketball, watching various sports, and spending time with friends and family. Alex also loves cooking and BBQ-ing with his dad.
Sam Crader
Manager of Golf Operations
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Sam Crader
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Sam grew up in Columbia, Missouri and graduated from the University of Missouri with a degree in Sports Venue Management. His path to a career in golf was solidified through a P.J. Boatwright internship with the Texas Golf Association—a pivotal experience that led him to pursue a role in the golf industry. Outside of work, Sam is an avid golfer and sports enthusiast, with a particular passion for the NBA’s Oklahoma City Thunder. He also enjoys camping and hiking when he can. His dream golf foursome includes Jordan Spieth, Jack Nicklaus, and Arnold Palmer.
Brittany Kwon
Assistant Manager of Championships & Golf Operations
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Brittany Kwon
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Brittany grew up in Bremerton and attended the University of Washington, where she majored in Law, Societies, & Justice and played on the Women’s Golf Team. Her passion for golf began at age seven in a kid’s camp and evolved from playing for fun to competing at national levels. Brittany loves golf for the travel opportunities and the diverse people she meets, and she values the life lessons the game has taught her. Outside of work, Brittany enjoys hiking, trying new foods, and spending time with family, friends, and her dog, Cody.
Avery Kindred
Championship Operations Assistant
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Avery Kindred
Avery hails from Arlington, Wash. is a proud Wazzu Cougar. Beyond his passion for golf, he loves watching and discussing sports, particularly baseball and football, with friends and family. His dream golf foursome features Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and Jordan Spieth, with his dad on the bag.
Mark Wilhite
Championship Operations Assistant
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Mark Wilhite
Mark grew up in Spokane and went to the University of Idaho, graduating with an agricultural degree. He worked as a superintendent for 15 years at Twin Lakes Village Golf Club in Rathdrum, Idaho. He then went to work for Horizon Irrigation & Landscape, providing irrigation systems to all kinds of businesses, including golf courses. He and his wife raised their two daughters in the Seattle area. Mark provides on-site logistical assistance for all championships and qualifiers conducted by the Association.
Washington Golf Foundation
Matt Brown
Director of Development & Donor Engagement
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Matt Brown
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Matt is a Washington native and studied Communications at Washington State University (GO COUGS!). He has enjoyed several roles in golf, including Sales and Marketing Director at TPC Snoqualmie Ridge, Market Manager at the Golf Channel, and Manager at Cutter & Buck – Golf Division. Matt is an experienced local corporate sales and marketing leader who will support both the WA Golf Foundation and WA Golf initiatives and programs.
Matt is a proud husband and father of three boys. When he isn't working, he spends his time with his family, coaching youth sports (including golf when possible), playing pickleball, and enjoying moments with the new family puppy, Winnie.
USGA P.J. Boatwright Interns
Logan Groeneveld-Meijer
Intern
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Logan Groeneveld-Meijer
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Logan grew up in Mont Vernon, New Hampshire, after originally being from Issaquah. A 2024 graduate of Penn State with a degree in journalism, he gained experience through internships with the AJGA, Penn State Athletics, Blue Band, and more. Passionate about the impact golf has on people’s lives, Logan is excited to return to the West Coast and apply his experiences to serve the game and its community through WA Golf. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, spending time with friends, and working on his golf game at the driving range. At home, Logan has three brothers—including an identical twin—and a cat named Jasper.
Logan grew up in Mont Vernon, New Hampshire, after originally being from Issaquah. A 2024 graduate of Penn State with a degree in journalism, he gained experience through internships with the AJGA, Penn State Athletics, Blue Band, and more. Passionate about the impact golf has on people’s lives, Logan is excited to return to the West Coast and apply his experiences to serve the game and its community through WA Golf. Outside of work, he enjoys hiking, spending time with friends, and working on his golf game at the driving range. At home, Logan has three brothers—including an identical twin—and a cat named Jasper.
Rex Nelson
Intern
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Rex Nelson
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Originally from Browns Point, Rex is a Washington State University student and Stadium High School graduate with two pets, Mack the dog and Dicy the cat, whose growing passion for golf centers on the challenge of chipping, and who also enjoys playing competitive volleyball, cheering on Seattle sports teams, and dreams of teeing it up with John Daly, Phil Mickelson, and Bryson DeChambeau.
Originally from Browns Point, Rex is a Washington State University student and Stadium High School graduate with two pets, Mack the dog and Dicy the cat, whose growing passion for golf centers on the challenge of chipping, and who also enjoys playing competitive volleyball, cheering on Seattle sports teams, and dreams of teeing it up with John Daly, Phil Mickelson, and Bryson DeChambeau.
Zach Reinwald
Intern
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Zach Reinwald
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Zach grew up in Elk Grove, California, and graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno with a degree in finance. After spending two years teaching special needs students at the elementary and high school levels, he decided to pursue a career in golf administration to combine a passion for golf and business. Zach loves the memories golf creates with friends and family, along with the competitive spirit it inspires. Outside of work, you’ll find him golfing, enjoying outdoor activities, or following sports—especially as a big Colts and San Francisco Giants fan. Zach’s dream foursome would include Min Woo Lee, Scottie Scheffler, and Tiger Woods.
Zach grew up in Elk Grove, California, and graduated from the University of Nevada, Reno with a degree in finance. After spending two years teaching special needs students at the elementary and high school levels, he decided to pursue a career in golf administration to combine a passion for golf and business. Zach loves the memories golf creates with friends and family, along with the competitive spirit it inspires. Outside of work, you’ll find him golfing, enjoying outdoor activities, or following sports—especially as a big Colts and San Francisco Giants fan. Zach’s dream foursome would include Min Woo Lee, Scottie Scheffler, and Tiger Woods.
Luke Roque
Intern
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Luke Roque
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Born and raised in the Tacoma area, Luke grew up around the game at The Home Course where his dad was superintendent, and he's now studying business management in the PGA Professional Golf Management program at the University of Idaho; a Marvel and Formula 1 fan with a house full of pets, Luke loves golf for the constant learning it offers and would dream of teeing it up with Rory McIlroy, Lewis Hamilton, and his dad.
Born and raised in the Tacoma area, Luke grew up around the game at The Home Course where his dad was superintendent, and he's now studying business management in the PGA Professional Golf Management program at the University of Idaho; a Marvel and Formula 1 fan with a house full of pets, Luke loves golf for the constant learning it offers and would dream of teeing it up with Rory McIlroy, Lewis Hamilton, and his dad.
Evans Caddie Scholarship Program
Todd Melrose
Evans Scholarship – Vice President, Development
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Todd Melrose
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Todd Melrose is the vice president of development for the Western Golf Association and Evans Scholars Foundation. He graduated in 2004 from the University of Oregon. Now based in Portland, Todd’s role is to grow the caddie programs in the region, promoting the use of caddies and support the Evans Scholars Foundation’s efforts to award full tuition and housing college scholarships to hardworking caddies with limited financial means. Since 1930, the Evans Scholars Foundation has awarded over 11,800 scholarships, and currently has over 1,100 scholars in 22 partner Universities across the country.
Todd Melrose is the vice president of development for the Western Golf Association and Evans Scholars Foundation. He graduated in 2004 from the University of Oregon. Now based in Portland, Todd’s role is to grow the caddie programs in the region, promoting the use of caddies and support the Evans Scholars Foundation’s efforts to award full tuition and housing college scholarships to hardworking caddies with limited financial means. Since 1930, the Evans Scholars Foundation has awarded over 11,800 scholarships, and currently has over 1,100 scholars in 22 partner Universities across the country.