Golf Inc. - October 2008 - (Page 36)

Mark Woodward, Chief Executive Officer, GCSAA Fresh from preparing Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla, Calif., for an incredibly dramatic and successful U.S. Open in June, Woodward became the first certified superintendent to become chief executive officer of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) on July 1. Woodward, who was named director of golf operations for the city of San Diego in January 2005, came to that position after 31 years with the city of Mesa, Ariz. He oversaw significant renovations and enhancements to the Torrey Pines venue that annually hosts the PGA Tour’s Buick Invitational and became the first city-owned U.S. Open site this year. Woodward, who served as the GCSAA president for 2004, has indicated that he will continue to expand the organization’s environmental education and stewardship programs, while promoting the professional training and advancement opportunities for GCSAA superintendent members. 33 which has enjoyed strong sales with its apparel and shoe lines but has not had the same success in the equipment market, in 2005 after serving as an executive with The Golf Channel. Davis also has held senior management roles with the LPGA Tour and at the Arnold Palmer Golf Co., where she helped launch the Nancy Lopez equipment line. 2007 Rank: Not ranked Cindy Davis 2007 Rank: Not ranked 34 President Nike Golf Minnesota, early spring– actual customer photo not retouched! Davi s in Sept tember replaced B Bob Wood after t three years as g general manager o Ni ke’s U.S. of g golf operation. S joined Nike, She patented impermeable protection with ripstop reinforcement an impermeable barrier between your turf and the winter elements! Max Garske 35 CEO PGA of Australia 2007 Rank: 35 As for more details and free samples GreenJacket.com or 888-786-2683 and see research results online! • Minimizes temperature fluctuations & protects against ice damage, crown hydration and desiccation. • Lightweight and durable–years of easy installation & storage. • Millions of square feet of turf protected the most influential golf administrator Down Under, Garske has helped restore some of the luster to the Australian PGA Championship, making it the biggest event on the growing Australasian Tour. He’s also continued to emphasize grow-the-game efforts in Australia and has created a number of successful business alliances with more than 100 corporate partners at the state and national levels. 36 Golf Inc. October 2008 http://www.hghb.net http://www.GreenJacket.com http://www.GreenJacket.com http://www.hghb.net

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Golf Inc. - October 2008 Contents From the Editors: Smaller is Less Costly Survey Reveal Golf's Economic Impact in EMA Private Club Managers Earn Bigger Salaries Dyes Mourn Loss of Family Member Changing Demographics Impact European Golf Scene RDC Golf Group Finds Affordable Golf Niche Links at Summerly Offers Unique Twist Cost Crunch Most Powerful People in Golf Contractors Focus on Renovations, International�Projects Troon, IMG Reach Into Booming Middle East Market Americas Recap: New Player Design in Mexico Europe-Africa Recap: Moroccan Lakeside Development Asia-Australia Recap: 3 Billion Dollar Resort in Vietnam The Last Word: There's No Substitute for Good Friends on a Golf Course

Golf Inc. - October 2008

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