| The First Tee of Akron has announced that
Executive Director Vincent King recently accepted the top position at the Charlotte
chapter of The First Tee. The First Tee is a national service organization that teaches
life skills to youth through the game of golf. King has served as Executive Director of
the Akron chapter since 2002. He leaves his current position on September 30, 2005. "Vincent’s dedication and creativity helped us launch the
First Tee of Akron chapter," said chapter president Dr. Herbert Smith. "He has
been an integral part of the program’s growth and success. On behalf of the Board, we
wish him continued success in his new assignment."
A Search Committee has been formed to select the next
Executive Director. Applications and resumes will be accepted in confidence until Monday,
October 17. To request specific job duties or to apply, send a cover letter, salary
history, and resume to Kevin Harris, Search Committee Chair, The First Tee of Akron, 2000
South Hawkins Avenue, Akron, OH 44314 or e-mail kevinharris@thefirstteeakron.org.
About The First Tee:
The First Tee is an initiative of the World Golf
Foundation. Since its inception in 1997, The First Tee has opened 197 golf-learning
facilities and introduced the game to 395,000 participants since 2000. The focus is
to give young people of all backgrounds an opportunity to develop though golf and
character education, life-enhancing values such as honesty, integrity, and sportsmanship.
To learn more, visit www.thefirstteeakron.org.
Media Contact: Amy Terese Vacca-Stewart
PHONE: (440) 821-4527 |
