David LaPlante

David LaPlante has over 20 years of work experience in various roles. From 1991-1993, they worked as an Assistant Golf Professional at Taconic Golf Club, where they were responsible for equipment sales, opening/closing procedures, inventory control, private group/individual instruction, junior clinics, tournament administration, public relations, and coaching. From 1993-1996, they worked as a Resort Sales Manager at Seabrook Island Conference Resort, where they were responsible for booking social reservations, packages, contracted golf outings, and family reunions. From 1995-1996, they worked as a Sales & Marketing Representative at Shine Wire, where they were responsible for sales of wire, cable, and custom assembly to high tech companies. From 2004-2011, they worked as a VP of Business Development at Celerasys Corporation, where they were responsible for business development activities such as identifying opportunities, targeting potential clients, and facilitating the sales process. From 2011-2012, they worked as a Business Development Representative at Elastic Path Software. From 2012-2015, they worked as a Sales Development Team Lead at MotionPoint. From 2012-2020, they worked as a Director of Sales & Business Development at Dispatch Dynamics, where they created and adapted a value added solution selling cycle. Since 2012, they have also worked at Kiawah Island Golf Resort as a Caddie, Golf Evangelist, Freelance Writer, and Target Marketing Specialist, where they manage the relationship between customer, venue, the elements, and their own expectations.

David LaPlante attended Ferris State University from 1986 to 1991, where they earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing/Professional Golf Management.