Pack Your Clubs And Your Patriotism!
Vic Verchereau welcomes Doug Bell, who is the General Manager at American Dunes Golf Club.
Hear Doug and Vic discuss golf, events, veterans, and Folds of Honor in this six-part episode in the podcast below.
Doug Bell is the General Manager at American Dunes Golf Club in Grand Haven, Michigan, the birthplace of the Folds of Honor foundation. He was hired in April 2019 at the beginning of the facility’s construction. Opening in May 2021, American Dunes has hosted over 22,000 rounds in each of its first two seasons. American Dunes funded $1.5 million in donations to Folds of Honor in 2022.Bell’s unique family ties to Folds of Honor allow him to understand the impact that Folds has on families. It provides him with a background and foundation to speak to groups and educate others on Folds of Honor scholarships and the foundation’s mission. ?Bell is a Cadillac, Michigan native, a 1989 graduate of the Ferris State University Professional Golf Management program and a 30-plus year member of the PGA of America. ?Bell was recognized by the Michigan PGA as the Michigan Section’s Resort Merchandiser of the Year in 2005 and was selected as the Michigan Section Patriot Award recipient three times; 2017, 2020 and 2022. He was also chosen as the 2023 Golf Professional of the Year by the Michigan PGA Section.Vic Verchereau gets Doug Bell's update on the American Dunes Golf Club, one of Michigan's treasures and a national becon of honor to those who've served. ?Don't miss this edition of the Michigan Corners show...Pack your clubs and your patriotism!There is so much to discover in this edition of Michigan Corners with Vic Verchereau.