Bloom Golf Partners Strengthens Leadership with the Addition of HR Expert Rachel Ridgeway

June 5, 2025

Bloom Golf Partners is proud to welcome Rachel Ridgeway as a search executive and human resource consultant —a strategic addition designed to enhance the success of private clubs and golf course operations through world-class talent acquisition and organizational development.

With 13 years of specialized human resources experience, Rachel has a proven track record of recruiting top leadership, fostering high-performing teams, and implementing forward-thinking HR strategies that drive business success.

Rachel’s expertise spans multiple industries, including manufacturing and the casino sector, with the last eight years dedicated to the private club sector as the director of human resources at Merion Golf Club and Rehoboth Beach Country Club. A certified Society of HR Managers Professional (SHRM-CP) since 2018 and Lumina Learning practitioner since 2023, she brings a deep understanding of how to align talent with an organization’s long-term vision.

As a key player in executive recruitment, Rachel has successfully placed leadership roles essential to club operations, including directors of finance, controllers, executive chefs, golf course superintendents, assistant general managers, and human resource directors, among others. Her ability to strategically match professionals with the right club culture and operational goals ensures that clubs remain competitive in an evolving industry.

“We are thrilled to welcome Rachel to Bloom Golf Partners,” said Tyler Bloom, Founder at Bloom Golf Partners. “Her ability to attract and develop top talent while strengthening workplace culture aligns perfectly with our mission to support clubs in building high-performance teams that drive success. With her expertise, our clients will gain invaluable insights into workforce optimization, leadership development, and organizational effectiveness.”

Beyond recruitment, Rachel is a catalyst for workplace culture and leadership excellence. She has defined core values, strengthened employer branding, and driven engagement through employee engagement, development and performance management programs. Her leadership development initiatives—peer groups, Lumina Spark workshops, and executive retreats—enhance collaboration and elevate performance.

Rachel’s expertise extends to board and governance strategy, where she actively shapes policy, leads self-evaluation initiatives, and contributes to board and committee effectiveness.

“I am excited to continue my partnership with Tyler as a Search Executive and Consultant with Bloom Golf Partners. Having worked with him for several years on superintendent and assistant searches, I have great respect for his deep industry knowledge and ability to identify top-tier talent. With my years of experience in strategic human resource management and a strong passion for the industry, I look forward to supporting clubs in all aspects of their staffing needs—from executive search to talent development and organizational growth.”

For golf industry leaders, club executives, and decision-makers seeking to elevate their teams and workplace culture, Rachel’s addition to Bloom Golf Partners represents a powerful resource for long-term growth and stability.