Turf Star Western
Rick Macias has extensive experience in the golf course maintenance industry, currently serving as Shop Foreman at Turf Star/Western since November 2012. Previously, Rick held the position of Equipment Manager at Vellano Country Club from February 2006 to October 2012, and at Black Gold Golf Club from March 2001 to February 2006, where responsibilities included maintaining comprehensive maintenance programs and managing records of parts and labor. Rick also worked as Equipment Manager at Oak Creek Golf Course and began in the industry with a maintenance role at Shady Canyon Golf Club. Educational background includes a High School Diploma from Gage Park High School and additional training from the Penn Foster Group.
Turf Star Western
Turf Star/Western proudly offers a wide range of products across a family of global brands to help golf courses, professional contractors, groundskeepers, government and educational institutions, as well as leading sports venues and historic sites throughout the Pacific Northwest. Turf Star/Western’s foundation is built on the same foundation in which Toro builds it’s products – Best In Class, Performance, Productivity and Customer Service. The result? A team with incredible talent, dedication and service! Nearly half of our associates have worked in our organization for over ten years. We’ve created a culture that rewards bright, driven and service-oriented people. We take our work seriously. The success of our business relies on strong relationships. This is about a ‘can do, will do’ attitude and understanding the lifelong value of each customer relationship. Our Purpose - To help our customers enrich beauty, productivity and sustainability of their turf via innovation and technology. Our Vision - To be the most trusted leader in solutions for the outdoor environment. Every day. Everywhere. Our Mission - To deliver superior innovation and to deliver superior customer care. The Result - We are the premiere distributor of Toro, Club Car, and Bernhard in the Pacific Northwest!