National Golf Course Owners Association

LaMott Smith Announced as Director of Business Development for One Source Partnership

GAINESVILLE, Va. - July 3, 2019 - Associa and Up To Par Management announced today that LaMott Smith has joined as director of business development of their One Source Partnership.

Smith will focus on new client acquisitions for the partnership as well as property analysis, asset evaluation, operation efficiencies, and property transitions. LaMott brings more than three decades of experience to the position, along with expansive knowledge of the private communities and golf club business.

Prior to joining the One Source Partnership, Smith served as general manager for ClubCorp properties, regional manager for Forewinds Hospitality and Meadowbrook Golf Group. Earlier in his career, LaMott was instrumental in leading the East coast expansion for American Golf Corporation. LaMott leveraged his considerable club knowledge and, along with other partners, launched the successful Raspberry Golf Management company.

"LaMott has an extensive background in Club and Hospitality management, and his deep relationships in the industry and business acumen will help our One Source Partnership expand and reach our growth goals. LaMott joining our team is another example of our commitment to provide an exceptional experience to our clients."- Sean West, SVP Associa.

"We are thrilled to have LaMott join the Up To Par Management and Associa families! He brings considerable experience and fully understands the challenges and issues that arise within an HOA and Club environment. He will be an outstanding resource for our future clients as well as the partnership," added Sean Taylor, founder and CEO of Up to Par.

Up To Par and Associa are in the business of delivering positive financial results and exceptional experiences to owners and developers, along with homeowners, members, and guests through their ONE Source Partnership. ONE Source offers communities a one-stop solution for all their needs including club, food and beverage, restaurant, and hotel operations as well as agronomy, equipment lease negotiations, sales and marketing, and more.

"I'm excited about the opportunities that the partnership between Associa and Up to Par will afford residential developments who struggle with separate community and club management entities. ONE Source will bring synergies and efficiencies that will greatly benefit the homeowner and assure their asset value" stated Smith.

For more information about ONE Source, please visit http://bit.ly/OneSourceNow

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About Associa

With more than 200 branch offices across North America, Associa delivers unsurpassed management and lifestyle services to nearly five million residents worldwide. Our 10,000+ team members lead the industry with unrivaled education, expertise and trailblazing innovation. For more than 40 years, Associa has provided solutions designed to help communities achieve their vision. To learn more, visit www.associaonline.com.

About Up To Par Management

Up To Par Management, LLC is a leading club and hospitality management company specializing in golf, country club and hospitality operations. Up To Par is a growth-oriented company providing opportunities for its partner clubs and associates. More information about Up To Par Management, its services, and portfolio of clients, can be found at uptoparmanagement.com.