BGL (Burhill Group Limited) has announced that its golf division, BGL Golf, is celebrating a record-breaking year of performance in 2023, with a 10% revenue increase, a significant investment and refurbishment program, an ‘excellent’ group NPS rating, and…
Club Car has served as a supplier to the Tour since 1999, providing indispensable vehicles for the staging of DP World Tour events worldwide. The DP World Tour has just announced the continuation of its cooperation with Club…
AI technology's potential advantages and benefits for the golf industry are being considered as we head into 2024. It is worth noting that AI technology has already been utilized in certain segments, such as sports equipment and lawn…
A report by the National Golf Foundation in November 2023 revealed that the number of individuals utilizing golf simulators has witnessed a staggering growth of 73% since the year 2019. The report estimated that approximately 6.2 million Americans…
The golf simulator market is now a significant segment of the golf equipment market that cannot be ignored. Have you taken notice of this? This is not surprising if we are aware of the fact that over the…
Guy Riggott's promotion to Chief Operating Officer of BGL's Golf Division is a testament to his hard work and dedication. Ever since Riggott joined BGL in September 2014 as Operations Director, he has been a driving force behind…
The golf industry has been known to be stubborn. Even when the need for change feels crystal clear, courses and their operators stand firm in old ways and honor tradition. However, GMs are being notified now that course…
The Toro Company continues to uphold its pledge to promote sustainability in golf as it extends its strategic partnership with the GEO Sustainable Golf Foundation for another decade. For years, The Toro Company has been an inspiration in…
In the year 2024, it is hoped that the organizers of golf tournaments will place a greater emphasis on sustainable practices and align sports marketing strategies with social responsibility. Achieving this objective would require a concerted effort on…
The Gartner 2024 HR Priorities Survey found that HR leaders across the globe will focus on these 5 areas: Leader and manager development, Organizational culture, Change management, HR technology (aka HRTech), Career management and internal mobility. Let us…
It appears to me that Troon has successfully acquired 7 distinct companies within the past five years: Cliff Drysdale Tennis, Indigo Golf Partners, RealFood, Peter Burwash International, appliedgolf, ICON Management Services, Green Golf Partners. Most recently, Troon acquired…
CMAE England has appointed Mike Shrieve as the new Chair of its Young Managers’ Group. Shrieve, Director of Golf at Bearwood Lakes Golf Club in Berkshire, will hold the position for the next two years, leading the sub-network…
Tenia Workman, executive director of the Georgia Golf Course Superintendents Association, has been selected to receive the 2024 Outstanding Contribution Award from the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). The Outstanding Contribution Award is given to an…
Boxto (Launched at the 2023 PGA Merchandise Show) – manufacturer of premium handcrafted leather golf shoes and belts – has appointed 7 new independent sales reps for territories across the U.S. as it prepares for a landmark 2024.…
I have already reported to you twice this year that it is not impossible to solve the damage caused by floods to the bunkers of our golf courses. Now, I will show you the example of Hoover Country…
It would be folly to think that all golfers are the same. We have to learn the difference between them and how to differentiate among them to be able to attract the right customers to our golf clubs…
Yesterday, I shared some news about Sami Strutt, who has decided to step down as COO of the British & International Golf Greenkeepers Association. After dedicating 30 years of service to the organization, Sami has decided to move…
Last year, I reported to you regarding the Golf Passport by Cascais, which has partnered with Zest.Golf, a channel manager technology company. Zest.Golf's solution was also found to be compelling by Barcelona Golf Destination. It’s crucial for golf…
The proliferation of advertisements on digital displays - indoor golf media - within golf clubs has become increasingly evident. This trend is noteworthy due to its potential to impact communication efficiency significantly. To gain a comprehensive understanding of…
It is evident that the contemporary workforce is experiencing a significant shift towards diversity, while at the same time, job roles and working methods are undergoing rapid transformation. As such, it is imperative for golf clubs to recognize…