With more than twenty-five years of experience as a general manager of some of the most exclusive country clubs in America, Three Carpenter is on a mission to help organizations develop work cultures that enrich employees. His dedication to spreading the idea of People First has already revolutionized the club industry by creating team-oriented and highly collaborative workplace environments. By emphasizing mentoring and coaching and placing great value on the contribution of every staff member, regardless of rank or position, Three has helped some of the most historic and respected country clubs in the United States to grow and to stay profitable. Three is frequently invited to be on the board advisory committees at leading hospitality programs like Iowa State University and Kansas State University, where he speaks exclusively on how to train millennials to enter the hospitality field. As a respected thought-leader, he is an in-demand speaker, lecturing on leadership, culture, mentorship, accountability, and team-building throughout the country. He is also actively involved in planning and executing leadership and educational conferences. In the past year, he has helped set up conferences for Professional Club Marketing Association, Tommy Spaulding's National Leadership Academy, and Ken Blanchard's Lead Like Jesus Retreat. Three is currently the GM/COO of Crow Valley Golf Club in Davenport, Iowa. Still an avid Hawkeye fan, he has season passes for the upcoming basketball season. He lives with his wife and their young daughter in Bettendorf, Iowa.
