Tell us about yourself. Tell us who you are and what you do.
Hi there! I’m Lindsay Reede, an espresso enthusiast who will never turn down an iced latte regardless of the temperature outside! Bismarck is where I called home all throughout my childhood. I found a passion for golf at an early age and shortly after graduating high school, I moved to Palm Springs, CA, and became a Golf Professional at PGA West Private. I also relocated to Scottsdale, AZ, and worked at the Westin Kierland Golf Club enjoying life as a ‘Snowbird’ in my early twenties. I spent my summers back in Bismarck coaching a high school girls’ golf team for six seasons, where I experienced some of my most rewarding memories! After many years of working in the golf industry, I decided to switch gears and dive into the charitable gaming world. I relocated to Cincinnati, OH, working directly with fraternal organizations providing them with electronic pull-tab devices to help them make more money and achieve their fundraising goals. Once COVID-19 hit, I made the decision to move back closer to my roots, to the woodchipper city of Fargo. I have now been in the gaming industry for 5+ years and recently joined the incredible team at Next Generation Gaming as a Sales Representative. Recently, I’ve added ‘Cat Mom’ to my name after rescuing two fur babies, Olive and Fynn, from Turtle Mountain Animal Rescue, which is an incredible organization! I enjoy trying new bars and restaurants, traveling, and spending as much time on the water as possible in the summer.
Who are some people who have been influential in your journey and why? Who inspires you?
During high school, I worked at Riverwood Golf Course in Bismarck. I had the privilege of working with both Dan Waldoch and Tim Doppler. They instilled the beauty of the game in me and the life values we acquire while playing. Doppler gave me the chance to work in-depth with the USGA, NDGA, and DJGA, learning endless life lessons and experiences. Dan encouraged me to step outside my comfort zone and try new things, reminding me that I’ll never know unless I try. Fast forward a couple of years and I started my golf career in Palm Springs, CA. Without Dan, Doppler, and my parents supporting and encouraging me every step of the way, life would be much different!
What drives you?
My driving force is the desire for personal and professional growth. I want to provide a great life for my family and give back to our community. I always want to be learning, and the pursuit of knowledge keeps me motivated to explore fun facts and new concepts. I find myself taking deep dives down the black hole of the internet more than I like to admit!
