Staff Spotlight featuring Business & Office Administrator, Charissa Wylie

July 8, 2026 •Southern Texas PGA

The STPGA is excited to introduce our new Business & Office Administrator, Charissa Wylie. We are thrilled to have her on board the team and are eager to see her grow the game for our Section!  Here's a little more about her:

Name: Charissa Wylie
Hometown:
Spring, TX
Began Full Time:
February 19, 2026
College(s):
Sam Houston State University

Major: Business Administration

Favorite Teams: As a Houston girl, I am an Astros and Texans Fan. However, my husband is form Liverpool so we are always watching Liverpool soccer (football) games too.
Favorite Food:
Cheese... as an owner of a Charcuterie business, I am a sucker for cheese.

Who is your favorite artist?  My Spotify playlists have everything from Taylor Swift to Kendrick Lamar to Frank Sinatra to Garth Brooks... if it has a good beat and catchy lyrics, I'll listen to it!
What is your favorite song?
 I changes day to day! I seriously can't pick a favorite.

Favorite Course You’ve Been To: Riviera Cancun Golf Club - Golf in Paradise? Yes, please!

What’s your favorite golf memory? Anytime I score under par is an accomplishment for me!

What’s one thing people don’t know about you? Fun Fact - I am a True Crime Podcast addict! Some people relax to calming music, I listen to true crime.

What’s your favorite way to spend a day off?: Looking ahead

What’s the farthest you’ve ever been from Texas? I grew up in the USVI, St. Croix to be specific. I love relaxing on the beach because of this

What are some of your favorite hobbies? Besides weightlifting, I love to cook and read.

How were you first introduced to golf? My husband is an avid golfer. We love to golf together.

What did you want to be when you were little? I really wanted to be a Pediatrician but the thought of years in Med School changed my mind.
Who is your favorite PGA TOUR Pro?
It's probably a tie between Rory McIlroy and Justin Rose.

What is your favorite sport outside of golf? I am a gym girlie! Lifting weights is my therapy for sure.

Do you have a favorite quote or motto you live by?  "All we have to decide is what to do with the time that's given to us"

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Keep in mind, if you are looking for golf balls to golf clubs, Srixon is one of the premiere brands in the industry and will always keep you at the top of your game. Another big thank you to Cavender Buick GMC North and The Quarry Golf Course for sponsoring the Boys & Girls Junior PGA Championship #2!
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