Art Barajas, CCM, CCE

OVERVIEW: Private equity club with an 18-hole Robert Trent Jones Jr.-designed golf course, 32K sq. ft. clubhouse, and practice facilities; currently at 540 members (253 equity members) and $9.5M+ in total annual revenues. Operating Dues at $4.7 million and Food & Beverage revenue exceeding $3 million. Rehired following a previously successful tenure to revive and repair the Club traditions and culture. Lead a management team of 7 that includes the Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Gulf, Executive Chef, Director of Sales, Clubhouse Manager, Catering & Events Manager, and Clubhouse Maintenance Manager HIGHLIGHTS: ✅ Played a critical role in a 180-degree turnaround for the Club, from $2.3M in debt to cash exceeding $2.2M with zero debt. Increased Club cash by $1M during the pandemic while increasing service levels. ✅ Implemented and maintained a 20-year capital plan (capital spending averages $1.2M annually), with capital dues increasing from $1,200 to $2,880. Additionally, increased initiation fees from $2,500 to $20K. ✅ Led the renovation of a two-phase clubhouse renovation in 2022 & 2024. ✅ Increased full-dues equivalents from 249 to 422. ✅ Surpassed budget targets for the past 8 years.

OVERVIEW: Private, member-owned, full-service country club featuring a full complement of sport and recreational amenities, including a Robert Trent Jones Sr. Master Redesign (7,143-yard championship golf course), world-class practice facilities, fitness center, pool complex, and 8 lighted tennis courts ($8.8M in annual revenues and 625 members). Directed a leadership team of 11 that included Golf Course Superintendent, Food & Beverage Director, Controller, HR Director, Catering & Tournament Director, and multiple others. HIGHLIGHTS: ✅ Oversaw the successful planning and remodel of the Ladies Locker Room within budget, as well as developing and implementing a facilities maintenance plan. ✅ Planned and implemented a 4th of July celebration with over 1,400 attendees, earning rave reviews from numerous individuals for the event. ✅ Hired a new, top-talent Director of Golf, as well as improving the overall team performance through ongoing mentoring and support

OVERVIEW: Private equity club with ~510 members in all categories, featuring an 18-hole championship golf course, practice facilities, tennis courts, swimming pool, and 40K sq. ft. clubhouse ($5.4M+ in total revenues). GM Oversaw all operational functions and activities, including the establishment of an employee handbook, house rules, menu pro formas, new events, par levels for inventories, and a master calendar. Managed a team of 7 and reported to the Board of Directors. Worked with the Building and Legal Committees on building defect matters, as well as with the Finance Committee to establish budgets. HIGHLIGHTS: ✅ Led all activities for the opening of a new clubhouse, from planning and construction to opening and fully operational status. Addressed and resolved construction and material defects to achieve goals. ✅ Negotiated the purchase of the remaining golf course property that was leased before being turned over to USC Law School Trust. ✅ Developed and established a 10-year capital plan to eliminate annual assessments and prepare for replacements, purchases, and repairs of major capital items.

I have had a fulfilling experience working with different individuals on the Board of Directors. Both staff and volunteer alum have helped grow the Association. My time on the Board include positions as: President, External Vice President, Director and Immediate Past President.

OVERVIEW: Featuring a 27-hole Ted Robinson-designed golf course, practice range with putting green, 16 lighted tennis courts, pro shop, and formal dining room, among others ($12.5M in total annual revenues). Hand-selected by the American Golf Corporation’s senior staff to manage daily Food & Beverage operations at its flagship store and largest private country club (F&B revenues exceeded $4M annually). Tasked with fixing multiple issues within the Food & Beverage department, with an emphasis on food quality and service. Directed a management team of 6 and reported to the GM/Western Regional Director HIGHLIGHTS: ✅ Hired a sought-after chef from a local competitor that increased the overall satisfaction of the members’ culinary experience. ✅ Implemented a series of successful social events for different member demographics, including Couples Golf, Twilight Golf, Cigar Dinner, Wine Dinners, and multiple others. ✅ Surpassed budget goals for all Food & Beverage activities, as well as becoming part of the AGC Acquisition team for Food & Beverage.

Yorba Linda Country Club, which is an American Golf Corporation management contract club, is owned by Sanyo Foods Incorporated. Yorba Linda Country Club is open six days a week - gross dollar volume is $6 million; annual dues volume is $3.2 million and food and beverage sales are approximately $1.2 million. The Club has over 960 members in several different categories.