Director of Player Development

Director of Player Development — Milwaukee Market

Catalyst Golf Performance | Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.

Catalyst Golf Performance (CGP) is a technology-driven golf performance company delivering comprehensive coaching, data-backed evaluation, and structured player-development systems.

Our approach goes beyond traditional golf instruction. We connect golf coaching, physical performance, technology, equipment, practice design, and on-course performance to create individualized development pathways designed around each player's goals.

The Catalyst model integrates:

Comprehensive golf game assessmentHigh-performance coachingTechnology-driven swing and movement analysisGolf-specific physical screening and fitness integrationStructured player-development pathwaysCustom equipment evaluation and fittingJunior, adult, and executive player developmentOn-course coaching and performance strategyCatalyst continues to expand throughout the Midwest through premium training environments and strategic facility partnerships.

Position Overview

Catalyst Golf Performance is seeking a Director of Player Development — Milwaukee Market to lead player development, coaching delivery, client relationships, and performance-program growth throughout the Milwaukee region.

This is a player-coach leadership position for someone who wants to do more than maintain a lesson book.

The Director of Player Development will personally coach athletes while helping build and oversee the complete Catalyst player-development experience—from initial assessment through programming, physical-development recommendations, equipment optimization, practice planning, and on-course performance.

As the Milwaukee market grows, this individual will also play an important role in developing client relationships, expanding programming, and mentoring future Catalyst coaches.

The Ideal Candidate Can

Deliver exceptional full-time golf coachingBuild, retain, and develop a strong client baseConduct comprehensive player evaluationsTranslate data into clear, actionable improvement plansIntegrate technical, physical, equipment, and performance considerationsBuild long-term coaching relationships rather than transactional lessonsRepresent the Catalyst brand professionallyHelp grow the Milwaukee player-development marketSupport and mentor additional coaching staff as the market expandsCore Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive Catalyst Golf Game AssessmentsDevelop individualized player-development roadmapsDeliver private, semi-private, group, and on-course coachingManage ongoing player progress and program accountabilityIntegrate golf-specific physical screening into coaching recommendationsConduct equipment evaluations and custom club-fitting sessionsDevelop junior and adult player-development pathwaysUtilize technology and performance data to guide coaching decisionsHelp develop Milwaukee-area client relationships and referral networksSupport clinics, events, corporate programming, and player-development initiativesCollaborate with Catalyst leadership on programming, coaching standards, and best practicesAssist with future coach recruitment, onboarding, and developmentCatalyst Performance Technology Stack

Catalyst utilizes industry-leading coaching and evaluation technology, including:

Sportsbox AI 3D Motion CaptureK-Vest 3D Motion AnalysisTrackMan or equivalent launch-monitor technologyHigh-speed 2D video analysisGolf-specific physical screeningPressure and ground-force analysis through Smart2Move or comparable technology when availableEquipment and club-performance analysisTechnology is used as a tool—not the product. The goal is to turn meaningful data into understandable, actionable coaching for every player.

The Catalyst Player-Development Process

Each player begins with a comprehensive evaluation designed to establish where they are, where they want to go, and what needs to change to get there.

Players receive:

Comprehensive performance evaluation

Personalized improvement roadmap

Technical coaching priorities

Physical-performance recommendations

Equipment recommendations when appropriate

Structured practice and development plan

Ongoing coaching and progress evaluation

Compensation

Target Total Compensation: $90,000–$125,000+ annually

Compensation is performance-driven and designed to reward coaching production, client development, retention, and market growth.

Position Details

Position Type: Full Time

Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Target Start: Immediate / Fall 2026

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Minimum Qualifications

PGA Associate — Level 1 minimum, or comparable professional-development pathwayStrong golf instruction and player-development skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsAbility and desire to develop and maintain a strong coaching clienteleProfessional, entrepreneurial, and growth-oriented mindsetComfortable working within a technology-driven coaching environmentPreferred Experience

TPI CertificationJunior player developmentSportsbox AI 3D analysisK-Vest or comparable 3D motion analysisAdvanced 2D video analysisTrackMan experienceCustom club fittingGolf-specific fitness and body-swing connection conceptsOn-course coaching and performance strategyWhy Catalyst — Milwaukee

This is an opportunity to become a meaningful part of Catalyst's continued expansion rather than simply stepping into another teaching position. xxoysbn

The Director of Player Development will have access to:

A proven comprehensive player-development systemCatalyst's established Chicago and Midwest player networkAdvanced performance technologyEquipment and fitting supportMarketing and client-development supportStructured coaching programs rather than isolated lessonsOpportunities to develop junior, adult, executive, and competitive playersA clear pathway toward market and multi-site leadership as Catalyst expandsWe're looking for someone who wants to coach at a high level, build relationships, develop players over time, and help build something significant.

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Marty Evans

Catalyst Golf Performance