Chief Executive Officer, The Turn

About The Turn

North Olmsted, OH | Since 2002, The Turn has served people with physical disabilities throughout Northeast Ohio. Our innovative programs reach more than 400 participants annually at our facilities in North Olmsted, Ohio. Using adaptive golf as a tool, The Turn serves individuals recovering from strokes, amputations, traumatic brain injuries, and those living with visual impairments, ALS, multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy or Parkinson’s disease.

Under the guidance of a PGA golf professional, fitness-oriented physical therapists, and Cleveland Clinic Rehabilitation and Sports Therapy staff, participants receive customized fitness and golf programming designed to improve balance, coordination, flexibility and mobility on a year-round basis. The Wharton Golf Center campus includes a nine-hole, executive-length golf course, fully equipped fitness center and indoor golf simulators.

CLUB DETAILS

Facility: Non-Profit Entity

Course Access: Public

Number of Holes: 9 – Executive Course

Total Annual Rounds: 10,000

Annual Revenue: $1.5MM total Revenue | $360k Golf Operations Revenue | $1.14MM Donations & Fundraising

Number of Carts: 24 – double rider | 12 – Adaptive Carts

Members: 120 Programming Participants

Primary Golf Season: April-November (programming is year round)

Caddie Program: No

Practice Range: No

Short Game Area: Yes

Number of Staff Managed: 7 Direct Reports

Position Overview

Title: Chief Executive Officer

Reports to: The Board

Supervises: Golf Course Superintendent, Director of Golf, Director of Membership, Director of Events, Accounting Manager, Fundraising Coordinator, Director of Adaptive Fitness & Director of Wellness

Position Description: The Turn seeks a dynamic, seasoned, results-driven leader to run our non-profit organization. Reporting to our Board of Directors (Board) the CEO leads all aspects of the charity including adaptive golf and fitness programming, fundraising, operations of our executive 9-hole public golf course, and finance/administrative services. The organization includes a small professional team running daily operations, and a volunteer group of over 25 individuals. We serve over 400 individuals living with physical disabilities in NE Ohio through innovative programming at our facility in North Olmsted, Ohio. The Turn continues to grow and now has revenues of $1.5 million, and assets of $3.5 million.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead The Turn’s talented team delivering life-changing services to our members living with physical disabilities.

Essential Job Functions

• Lead and motivate a professional staff of 7 individuals delivering adaptive golf and fitness programs, golf course operations, and finance/administrative services.
• Set annual staff objectives, monitor performance and recommend compensation to the Board.
• Manage HR and benefits through an outsource provider.
• Develop and execute strategic growth plans and fundraising goals in conjunction with the Board.
• Monitor performance by developing annual budget & key initiatives with staff, gain Board approval, and then review quarterly performance with the Board.
• Develop and execute external messaging strategies to drive public awareness and donor engagement.
• Develop and manage key relationships with major donors, corporate sponsors, foundations, the neighbor HOA adjacent to the golf course, and other partner organizations.
• Lead and coordinate key initiatives across multiple Board and fundraising event committees.
• Work closely with the Northern Ohio Golf Association who is a major contributor and shares office space.
• Develop system of financial and statutory controls/reporting in conjunction with external auditor.
  
  

Experience And Qualifications

Including, but not limited to, the following:

• Demonstrated commitment and passion for empowering individuals with physical disabilities.
• Genuine drive to build and nurture relationships with supporters and partner organizations.
• Knowledge of and enthusiasm for the game of golf, fitness and holistic wellness.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic team.
• At least five years of successful, professional fundraising experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to engage new and existing donors, volunteers, and philanthropists.
• Exceptional presentation and storytelling abilities to convey The Turn’s mission.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects.
• Working knowledge of business finance including P&L, balance sheet, and cost management.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel to donor locations and events, including some weekends and evenings.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
  
  

Compensation And Benefits

The club will provide a compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience and qualifications. This includes but is not limited to:

• Salary: $100,000 to $130,000 with bonus opportunity (commensurate with experience and qualifications)
• Benefits: Comprehensive package, including health insurance with HSA match, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, paid vacation. Currently a hybrid office environment of 4 days in office.
  
  

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

All applications MUST be submitted through the PGA of America's Career Services Department as described below.

Resume deadline is May 13, 2026 at 11:59 pm Eastern Time

Combine your cover letter, resume, references, and any supporting documents into one (1) PDF document with the following file naming convention: Last Name, First Name, The Turn, Chief Executive Officer

Please address all correspondence to – Mr. Bill Fry | Board President | The Turn

Garrett Korte, PGA is the lead consultant for this search, please contact him with any questions.

Email: gkorte@pgahq.com

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