Orlando, FL (January 24, 2024) — The National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) is pleased to announce its new 2024-2026 Board Officers and Directors. The new board was introduced at NGCOA’s annual business meeting during Golf Business Conference 2024.
Cathy Harbin, PGA/LPGA from Pine Ridge Golf Course in Paris, TX is the association’s new president, taking over from Tom Brooks, CGCS, from Carson Valley Golf Course in Gardnerville, NV. Whitey O'Malley from Saddleback Golf Club in Firestone, CO has advanced from secretary to vice president, and Gaylord Schaap from Northwood Golf Club in Monte Rio, CA is our new secretary. Jeff Hoag from Scott Lake Country Club in Comstock Park, MI remains treasurer.
“An enormous thank you goes to Tom for having led NGCOA during a very successful chapter of our history,” said Jay Karen, NGCOA’s chief executive officer. “And to have Cathy’s wide experience and relationships in our industry at a time when we are aiming for even higher levels of membership and industry engagement? This is an ideal baton-passing for NGCOA.”
Cathy Harbin has been a Class A PGA Master Professional since 2000. She has 30+ years operating golf courses, and has served as General Manager of the World Golf Village courses, Executive Director of Golf 20/20, Vice President of Golf for ClubCorp, and now owns her own golf course. She has also served as a board member for the PGA of America prior to her new position as the president of the NGCOA.
“I am honored and proud to step into the role of President for NGCOA,” said Cathy Harbin. “I have great intentions and solid plans to do the best with this association, and to do good work for the golf industry. Membership growth will be a big focus for the coming years. Through golf, our association members are changing and enhancing the lives of millions.”
NGCOA is also pleased to welcome three new board members, including Eric Bergstol from Empire Golf Management, Keith Miller from Montgomery County Revenue Authority, and Whitney Crouse from Bobby Jones Links.
These new directors join these returning NGCOA Board members:
- Tom Brooks, Immediate Past President, Carson Valley Golf Course, Gardnerville, NV
- David Frem, Cyprian Keyes Golf Club, Boylston, MA
- Allison George, Toad Valley Golf Course, Pleasant Hill, IA
- Mark Giustina, Tokatee Golf Club, Eugene, OR
- Steve Graybill, Foxchase Golf Club, Stevens, PA
- Jim Hinckley, Century Golf Partners Management, Addison, TX
- Rock Lucas, Charwood Country Club, West Columbia, SC
- David Pillsbury, Invited, Dallas, TX
- Renee Powell, Clearview Golf Club, East Canton, OH
- Linda Rogers, Juday Creek Golf Course, Granger, IN
- William (Bill) Stine, Golf Enterprises, Kissimmee, FL
- Dick Stuntz, The Oaks, Lawrence, KS
- Brooks West, Franklin Bridge Golf Club, Franklin, TN
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About the National Golf Course Owners Association
The NGCOA is the leading authority on the business of golf course ownership and management. The association represents and promotes the interests of golf courses as the principal businesses and economic assets of the game of golf. The not-for-profit organization is the only trade association dedicated exclusively to golf course owners and operators. Through advocacy, education and information resources, purchasing programs and networking opportunities, the NGCOA helps golf course owners and operators run more successful businesses. For more information or to join, visit ngcoa.org or call 800-933-4262.
Media Contact: Renée Flowers, Senior Director of Marketing and Communications, NGCOA, rflowers@ngcoa.org.