• The Rise of Pickleball in Hospitality with Scott Colebourne

  • Aug 28 2024
  • Length: 34 mins
  • Podcast

The Rise of Pickleball in Hospitality with Scott Colebourne

  • Summary

  • In this episode of the Hospitality Mentor Podcast, host Steve Turk interviews Scott Colebourne, the founder of PICKLESTARS. Scott shares his unconventional journey from growing up in rural New Zealand, where he developed a passion for tennis, to becoming the CEO of Cliff Drysdale Management and now venturing into pickleball consulting. He discusses his experiences and challenges in the hospitality and sports industries, the growth of pickleball, and the innovative services PICKLESTARS offers to hotels and resorts. Scott offers valuable insights into leadership, career development, and the importance of taking risks to explore new opportunities.

    00:00 Introduction to the Hospitality Mentor Podcast

    00:35 Meet Scott Colebourne : Founder of PICKLESTARS

    01:33 Understanding Pickleball and Other Racket Sports

    03:01 Scott's Early Journey in Racket Sports

    04:44 From New Zealand to the USA: Scott's College and Backpacking Adventures

    08:37 Building a Career in Tennis Coaching

    10:53 Leadership and Growth at Cliff Drysdale Management

    12:50 Expanding Horizons: From Vermont to Florida

    16:12 Managing Multiple Resorts: Strategies and Challenges

    16:35 The Importance of High Standards and Feedback

    18:02 Career Progression and Family Support

    18:46 Transition to Texas and New Responsibilities

    19:54 Reaching the CEO Level: Reflections and Responsibilities

    21:46 Entrepreneurial Journey and New Ventures

    23:19 Launching PICKLESTARS: From Concept to Reality

    25:29 Consulting for Pickleball in Hospitality

    31:05 Advice for Aspiring Professionals

    32:24 Conclusion and Contact Information

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