PODCAST: Make The Turn with Ken Griffin
- Make The Turn
- 2 days ago
- 2 min read
Career paths rarely follow a straight line. For Ken Griffin, the journey through sports and resort marketing has been defined by adaptability, long-term growth, and the ability to evolve alongside the industries he serves.
In this episode of Make The Turn Podcast, Kyle Bogenschutz, Co-Founder and CEO of Make The Turn, sit down with Ken Griffin, Director of Golf Sales and Marketing at Boyne Resorts, to discuss his transition from the ski industry into golf and the lessons that have shaped his career over time.
Ken’s career began in the ski industry, where he spent over two decades building experience in sales, marketing, and operations. Later in his career, he made a pivotal move to Boyne Resorts, initially focusing on snow sports marketing. Over time, his role expanded—first into broader resort marketing, and eventually into the golf side of the business, where he has spent the last decade helping grow one of the most recognized resort golf destinations in the country.
Throughout the conversation, Ken shares how his career evolved not through a single planned move, but through a willingness to adapt, take on new responsibilities, and continue learning in unfamiliar spaces. His experience reflects how industries overlap and how transferable skills—like marketing, relationship-building, and leadership—can open new opportunities over time.
He also emphasizes the importance of teamwork and alignment, noting that successful organizations operate best when everyone is moving in the same direction. From marketing and sales to operations and guest experience, each role plays a part in creating a consistent and high-quality experience for customers.
Throughout the episode, Ken shares key principles that have guided his career:
Adaptability creates long-term opportunity
Strong teams drive sustainable success
Preparation and consistency build trust
Career growth comes from embracing change
This episode offers a clear perspective on navigating career transitions, developing versatile skills, and building a long-term path through continuous growth and collaboration.
Watch the full conversation with Ken Griffin below.
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