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wbjournal.com | January 8, 2024 | Worcester Business Journal 19 M A R L B O R O U G H | H O LY O K E | W O R C E S T E R www.venturex.com Innovate, Create, Repeat: Where Success Finds Its Home Three-Time Best INCUBATOR SPACE Winner! be seen be heard be remembered design • web • video • digital marketing W A Y S T O R E L A X B E S T O F B U S I N E S S family's ownership, a celebration including the launch of new programs and enhanced amenities and equipment. The result was the highest membership growth in 10 years. The center's approach is designed to foster physical and mental well-being for members. Notable runners-up: Planet Fitness, Anytime Fitness n BEST PUBLIC GOLF COURSE Green Hill Municipal Golf Course* Worcester greenhillgc.com Top executive: Matthew Moison, director of golf Founded: 1929 Employees: 15 (including 3 full-time) Green Hill aims to create an environment open to all and offer an affordable golf experience to a diverse group of people, which includes the golf course, driving range, and restaurant. In 2023, the course completed renovations to sand traps, increasing the value of play while decreasing the required maintenance of the traps. Notable runners-up: Cyprian Keyes Golf Club, Wachusett Country Club n BEST PRIVATE GOLF COURSE Worcester Country Club* Worcester worcestercc.org Top executive: Troy Sprister, general manager Founded: 1900, relocated to its current site in 1913 Employees: 125 In 2023, Worcester Country Club achieved a major accomplishment whe golf course architect Gil Hanse completed a renovation of the WCC course, upholding the integrity of the golf course and preserving the classic playing characteristics as envisioned and designed by its originating architect, Donald Ross. Notable runners-up: Tatnuck Country Club, The Haven Country Club n BEST GOLF CLUB FOR CORPORATE OUTING Cyprian Keyes Golf Club* Boylston www.cypriankeyes.com Top executive: General Manager David Frem Founded: 1997 Employees: Varies seasonally While dealing with supply chain issues, increased costs for goods and services, and staffing shortages, Cyprian Keyes operated multiple businesses in 2023: two golf courses, golf school, golf shop, fitting center, restaurant, and its event venue, all without compromising its customer experience. Notable runners-up: Highfields Golf & Country Club, Worcester Country Club n The leadership team at Worcester Fitness The clubhouse at Worcester Country Club