The Nicolaus, Calif., property closed four months ago after the golf course was severely flood damaged and the previous owner filed for bankruptcy. Nick Podesta, who will serve as the new General Manager, purchased the property with his parents, and they plan to reopen the driving range and restaurant by next week, along with the…

Following improvements to the golf course and under the guidance of head pro Susan Briske, the Nicolaus, Calif., property has seen business grow by 35%, particularly among women. “If you can get mama to like the golf course, you can get papa to write the check,” Briske said.