US female greenkeeper event to take place

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The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) is to run a two and a half day ‘Women’s Leadership Academy’ event later this year, in order to help women pursue careers in greenkeeping.

It will provide women in the turfgrass industry with education, mentoring and networking.

The Women’s Leadership Academy will be headlined by Suzy Whaley, PGA Master Professional and first woman to serve as president of the PGA of America. Whaley, who has a unique understanding of the work of turfgrass professionals, having worked side by side with many GCSAA members, will speak to her experience in the golf industry and relate it to turfgrass professionals during a fireside chat at the opening evening reception where participants will be able to ask questions in a conversational format.

In addition, participants will bring a wide range of experience from those early in their career to those who are seasoned veterans. The diversity within the group will help grow the network of women, not only in golf, but within the entire turfgrass industry.

“The Women’s Leadership Academy evolved from feedback from the 2022 GCSAA Women’s Task Group,” GCSAA CEO Rhett Evans said. “This event gives us the opportunity to inspire a small, yet growing, and passionate group in our industry to become impactful leaders. Their leadership will not only help those already in the turfgrass industry but attract more women to work in turf-related fields.”

Education at the event will be divided into four segments: self-discovery, understanding others, communicating effectively and being an inspiration.
In addition to educational sessions, the Women’s Leadership Academy will include networking opportunities and discussions on wellness, talent optimisation, human resources and more.