MIKE
SIEVERSON - Designer
Mike is Vice President of Heritage Creations. He joined the company
in January 2001. Prior to joining Heritage Creations, he was president
and owner of Procraft, which he founded in 1984.
Before designing his first golf shop, Mike had a passion for sports.
He signed as a pitcher for the New York Yankees, signed with the San
Francisco Giants and ultimately landed an Assistant Golf Pro position.
He then joined the PGA.
Mike attended Portland State University where he majored in business.
He spent two years with the US Army. He then continued his professional
training through the PGA and the Ben Hogan Company taking courses and
seminars in sales, golf shop operations and merchandising, customer
service, equipment manufacturing and specifications. While with the
Ben Hogan Company, Mike received the AMF Key Salesman Award and the
Master Salesman Award. He went on to start his own business in golf
design and millwork and brings over 30 years of success and experience
to Heritage Creations.
MICHAEL D. CURRIE
- Designer
Michael joined Heritage Creations in January 2001. Prior to that, Michael worked for Procraft as Vice President of
Design for 12 years. He has over 30 years of experience in design and
architecture.
Michael attended the University of Oregon and received a Bachelor in
Architecture. He has furthered his education by taking courses in Auto-CAD,
irrigation system design, computer programming, project management and
teamwork. During his college years, Michael was co-captain of the University
of Oregon Golf Team and received the Medal Play Champion award for the
Oregon Golf Association in 1972.
Michael was the designer of 14 of the “100 Best Golf Shops”
of 2003 according to Golf World Business. Michael’s years
of knowledge and experience make him a key asset to our design team
at Heritage Creations.
ROBERT E. KENNEDY
- Designer
Robert joined Heritage Creations
in January 2001. Prior to that, he was a project
manager and designer for Procraft. He has more than 10 years experience
as a golf shop designer.
Robert attended Western Michigan University where he received a Bachelor
of Applied Science in Engineering with a focus on industrial design.
He was on the Dean’s List during his college years.
Robert’s knowledge and expertise, including a position as Assistant
Golf Professional, provide him with a great set of resources for carrying
out his role as designer for Heritage Creations.
CHARLES M. ORTEGA
– PGA Professional
Director of Sales
Charles was rehired
by Heritage Creations in March 2001 after having left for several years to
work in the golf industry. Prior to joining Heritage Creations, Charles
was General Manager and Director of Golf at several courses including
Koele on Lanai, the Kiahuna Golf Club on Kauai and Hampton Cove on the
Robert Trent Jones Golf Train in Alabama.
Charles attended the University of California at Santa Barbara and received
a Bachelor of Science in Geography. He furthered his studies by taking
various seminars including merchandising and golf shop design as a member
of the PGA, which he joined in 1984. His strong knowledge and experience
in golf provides a great source of information in assisting customers
while determining their needs.