BootCampRich

How much would it be worth you to be able to ask an experienced golf range developer & operator all the critical questions that you’ve got about developing and operating ranges?

Do you have questions about: profitability, raising money, operating expenses, sales projections, how to find land, getting a loan, lease vs. purchase, equipment needs, “make or break” design features, and more?

"I believe in complimenting folks for a job well done. Congratulations on a great seminar!!" -- Carol C., Houston, TX

What if I told you that all of your questions can be answered in just one day? That’s right! In just one day, all of your questions will be answered by an expert with decades of experience developing and operating state-of-the-art ranges. If this is what you want, then this could be the most important and exciting message you will ever read.

Here’s why: On Friday, November 2nd, a select, limited number of golf range developers can participate in my “Ultimate Range Developer’s Boot Camp” in Richmond, Virginia.

You’ll get to spend a full day with me and get a “crash course” on golf driving range planning, design, development, and operation.

Back during the 1990’s I used to tour around the country giving presentations to groups of developers in places like Boston, Chicago, Washington, DC, San Diego, San Francisco, and Atlanta. The seminars were very popular and always sold out wherever we went.

This is not just another 'seminar.' It’s an exclusive, hands-on, no-holds-barred, intensive immersion in the golf range business.

This is not a lecture -- it will be a highly interactive session. I’ll spill my guts with my hard-earned secrets to maximizing profits. And, I’ll ask you about the tough issues you’re facing and how you want me to help you. I’ll give you effective solutions to overcome your issues.

"We have purchased all of your manuals, gone to your [Golf Range Development] seminar, and hired your firm to provide consulting services for our project. Without Forecast, we would still be in the planning stages. Now, after only eight months, our Executive Golf Course and Golf Range are under construction!" -- R. Puetz, owner Sundance Golf Course and Range, New Braunfels, Texas.

I’ll give you my development, design, & operating SECRETS -- and where I’ll open our financial books up to you so you can see what a real range can do -- and where I’ll answer ALL of your questions (questions most range operators won’t answer, like how much money they make or how much it costs to build).

I'm going to show you how to do it right. That way you can avoid a potential costly mistake. If we knew then what we know now, we could have saved tens of thousands of dollars -- that in itself could make this “boot camp” more than worth the trip!

Normally, when people retain me for a full day’s consulting, it costs $1,000. But, you’re going to get it for a much reduced rate -- and you’re going to get lots, lots more than my time. Read on if you want to find out about the extra goodies that come along with this “boot camp.”

My ultimate “boot camp” will have everything. As I’ve already mentioned, it will include an intensive classroom setting with an “no B.S.” Q & A session.

"I believe your published and presented information are very worthwhile, properly priced, professionally done, and provide the proper starting point for anyone considering developing a golf practice range of any type." -- Ashley Skidmore, Hollis, NH.

This “boot camp” is the complete and total package. You get a full day of intensive training and answers to your questions.

But wait -- you guessed it -- there's more....

My SPECIAL BONUS OFFER:
All “boot campers” get a one-hour "coaching session" telephone consultation.

That's another $100 value.

AND, I've got a special Early-Bird Registration Double-Bonus:
-- Be one of the first 10 developers to register and I'll give you a FREE Golf Range Sales Potential Report for your 10-mile market radius. That's a VALUE of $99 !!

("Preferred Customer" discount: If you have already purchased any of the publications included as part of my Boot Camp package, I'll credit your purchase price towards the boot camp tuition.)

AND, I ABSOLUTELY GUARANTEE YOUR SATISFACTION, OR YOUR MONEY BACK!

My NO QUESTIONS/NO HASSLES 100% SATISFACTION - MONEY BACK GUARANTEE:
If you aren’t satisfied 100% with what you receive, I will refund your money. No questions, no hassles - as simple as that.

"The Boot Camp surpassed my expectations and there is no doubt that the success of our golf ranges to be developed in the following years in Mexico, will owe a lot of their success to Jamie..." -- Eduardo Valencia, Mexico City, Mexico.

After getting an MBA and having a successful career in corporate big business, I decided to change gears and get into my own business -- preferably in the golf industry -- a business that I could own and control for myself.

My goal was to own my own golf range. Why a golf range? For a number of reasons.

My involvement in the range business began back in 1990, with Forecast Golf Group. We helped people plan and develop their own golf ranges, all the while, making plans to develop our own range in Richmond. Now, I am president of that company. Since 1990, all I have done is live, eat, and breathe golf ranges.

Our first range opened in 1998, and and the second in 1999; and i have 1 golf course/practice facility that we are responsible for managing. And, I continue to help other people make the same kind of career switch that I did. Having successfully been through the process of switching careers and successfully making the big leap, I can really relate to - and help - people trying to do the same thing.

So, I've got first-hand knowledge and experience as a successful range developer and operator -- currently managing over $11 million dollars in golf facility assets, generating sales over $2.1 million, and operating budgets in excess of $1.5 million.

Being in the range business for so long - almost 30 operating years of experience - and having responsibility for these money-making assets, I have learned a lot. And those lessons are what I will share with you at my ULTIMATE BOOT CAMP. I don't think there is any place else where you can get so much valuable information, and in such a short period of time.

"We used Forecast Golf's manual as a reference tool not only in the project planning stages, but also when we were in the construction process whenever we had to choose for alternative courses of action. In our jargon we refer to your manual as the 'Golf Range Bible,' as every possible clue we needed at any time, in any situation, was cleared by referring to your manual, or where we found a complete further look on most subjects." -- Ernesto Berisso, owner of Stallion Golf Range, near Buenos Aires, Argentina.

Maybe you’re wondering exactly what is going to be covered in this “boot camp.” This agenda leaves time for you to ask all the questions you have.

GOLF RANGE DEVELOPER’S “BOOT CAMP” -- TYPICAL AGENDA

8:30 Registration/Coffee/Continental Breakfast

9:15 Market Analysis: Most Common Mistakes - Identifying a good market - Supply & Demand - Golfer Demographics - Competitor Analysis - Golfer Spending - Recognizing Your Hidden Competitors

10:00 Designing For Success: The top features that you must have - Location - Zoning Issues - Land Size & Shape - Lighting - Netting - Range Size - Design Flaws to Avoid - Purchase vs. Lease - Traffic Counts - Putting/Chipping Greens - Artificial Turf Vs. Natural Grass - Number of Tees - Capacity Utilization - Tee Covers & Heaters - Build New or Buy Existing - Automation - Parking Lots - Clubhouse/Pro Shop Size

11:00 Alternative Amenities: Best Money-Making Amenities - Golfer vs. Family Oriented - Miniature Golf - Batting Cages - Food & Beverage - Golf Instruction - Golf Equipment - Retail Items To Stock

12:15 Lunch: We’ll provide a “working lunch” where you can continue to ask questions and we’ll discuss range development issues.

1:15 Development Costs: Being your own General Contractor - Features you can eliminate to save money - Determining Payout - Equipment Costs

2:00 Operations: Most Critical Employee - Cash Control - Make-or-Break Marketing - Absentee Management - Open/Close Procedures - Customer Service - Range Balls Quantity & Quality - Mats - Grass Tees - Training Employees - Key Positions - Who To Hire/Not Hire - Optimal Investment Levels on Marketing - Internet Marketing - Websites - “Guerilla” Marketing - Point-of-Sale Systems

3:15 Business Plan & Funding: Learn & talk the language of investors and bankers - Critical Elements Of A Winning Bus. Plan - How To Get Funding - How Much Money Do YOU Need? - Strategies To Build A Range With Little Or None Of your Own Money - SBA Loans - Venture Capital vs. Traditional - Pro’s & Con’s of Family Investors

3:45 Profit & Loss Projections: Key operating expense metrics/ratios - Synergies of alternative amenities - Understanding EBITDA

To register just CLICK HERE and you'll go to resgistration form. Print it off and mail or fax to us. Or, just give us a call.

If you’ve got specific questions, send me an e-mail or call us at 804-282-5760, and ask for me, Jamie Turner.We have negotiated a special rate for boot camp attendees. The number of rooms are limited - first come, first served. This special rate is available up until 21 days before the event - book as soon as possible to ensure room availability and this special rate. Event/site info follows:

Date: Friday, November 2, 2007
Time: 8:30am - 6:00pm

Hotel/Boot Camp Headquarters:

Phone: 804-379-3800

After you register, I’ll send you a confirmation and directions/map to get to the hotel. I look forward to meeting you and helping you get your money-making range on the fast track.

Sincerely,

Jamie Turner, President
Forecast Golf Group, Inc.

P.S. Early-Bird Registration Double-Bonus:
-- Be one of the first 10 developers to register and I'll give you a FREE Golf Range Sales Potential Report for your 10-mile market radius. That's a VALUE of $99+!!

P.S.S. Preferred Customer & Multiple "Camper" Discounts/Credits:
-- If multiple persons are coming, the first person is full tuition, each subsequent person gets $100 discount.

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