Golf Industry Central Winter 2017 | Page 7

Industry news GOLF INDUSTRY CENTRAL NAMED MEDIA PARTNER FOR 2017 GMA NATIONAL CONFERENCE G olf Management Australia (GMA) has formed a new partnership with Australasia’s leading news and information hub for the golf industry, Golf Industry Central (GIC), where GIC will assist in the ongoing promotion of the 2017 GMA National Conference. This year’s GMA Conference will be held in South Australia at the Adelaide Convention Centre on 8-12 October, and will present an impressive lineup of renowned industry speakers throughout the week. Supported by Schweppes, the conference, held biennially, provides education and personal development opportunities gained through the selection of professional speakers and facilitating the ability for delegates to network and share information and experiences with fellow managers. GMA Executive Officer John Stamp said “the new partnership would enable golf managers and other industry leaders in the region to appreciate the many benefits of the upcoming conference.” “I’ve attended all the GMA conferences since my first which was on the Gold Coast in 2008, and I see the event as a perfect educational and networking opportunity for everyone throughout the industry.” “The event has evolved a long way since my first GMA conference and each event just seems to better the previous.” GMA represents Golf Club Management in Australia and, through state associations, provide professional development and support for members. Registration to the GMA National Conference 2017 is now open and non-GMA managers working in the golf industry are able to register to attend. Golf Industry Central has been providing industry news, jobs and operational advice throughout Australia, New Zealand and South East Asia since 2008. GIC Managing Director Mike Orloff said “As a previous Golf Club General Manager and a current member of GMA Queensland, it’s great to strengthen our involvement with the GMA.” Golf Industry Central I Winter 2017 7