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NGCOA Canada Expands Partnership with Golf Industry Guru

NATIONAL GOLF COURSE OWNERS ASSOCIATION CANADA

NGCOA Canada Expands Partnership with Golf Industry Guru Enhancing Training Opportunities for Golf Operators

Ottawa, ON – March 6, 2025 – The National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) Canada is strengthening its long-standing partnership with Golf Industry Guru (GIG) to offer enhanced training and business development opportunities for golf course operators. As part of this initiative, NGCOA Canada is introducing a 90-day complimentary access program for new GIG memberships, allowing operators to explore GIG’s industry-leading education and resources at no cost.

This program reflects NGCOA Canada’s ongoing commitment to supporting the professional growth and operational success of golf course businesses across the country. Following the complimentary 90-day period, NGCOA Canada members can continue their GIG subscription at preferred member rates, ensuring ongoing access to expert training and business resources tailored for golf course operators.

A Continued Commitment to Industry Excellence

“Finding, training, and motivating staff is one of the biggest challenges in today’s golf industry. With GIG you'll find proven best practices from industry experts and over 250 hours of training content for every employee in your organization. We hope you will take advantage of this fantastic offer compliments of NGCOA Canada,” says James Cronk, Co-Founder, Golf Industry Guru.

NGCOA Canada recognizes the growing need for industry-specific education and continues to invest in solutions that empower course operators to adapt, innovate, and succeed.

"Building on our successful partnership with Golf Industry Guru, we’re excited to offer NGCOA Canada members 90 days of complimentary access," said Ryley Scott, Director, Partnerships and Business Development for NGCOA Canada. "GIG is a premier training solution for golf course operators, helping teams develop key skills and strengthen their business operations."

Providing Value to the Golf Industry

Golf Industry Guru provides an extensive online learning platform, featuring on-demand training, expert-led webinars, and best practices in leadership, financial management, customer service, and more - all tailored specifically for golf course businesses.

For further details, please contact Ryley Scott, Director, Partnerships and Business Development for NGCOA Canada at 866-626-4262 extension 19 or Jordan Vizena, Director of Membership at 866-626-4262 extension 32.

About NGCOA Canada

The NGCOA Canada is a not-for-profit trade association representing the business interests of Canadian golf course operators and related stakeholders, with a membership of over 1450. Key initiatives include the Golf Business Canada Conference & Trade Show, Spring Warm Up Meetings, Golfmax Purchasing Programs, Take A Kid To The Course, Welcome to Golf, Get Golf Ready, GOLFEXPOs, Golfer’s Red Books, Rounds Played Reports, Revenue Tracker, Weather Impact Reports, Compensation & Benefits Reports, Golf Business Canada Pulse Reports, Golf Jobs Canada, Business Consultation, and Government Advocacy. ngcoa.ca

About Golf Industry Guru (GIG)

For just a few dollars per day, Golf Industry Guru is a membership-based website that’s constantly updated for online learning to help golf course owners, operators, and their team members achieve greater success. Currently with over 250 hours of golf business specific training content, GIG provides various resources, and expert advice from numerous industry leaders on all aspects of golf club management, and it can benefit every team member working at your club by providing them with tools and knowledge to improve their skills and performance in their roles. golfindustryguru.com 

ABOUT NGCOA CANADA

The NGCOA Canada is a not-for-profit trade association representing the business interests of Canadian golf course operators and related stakeholders, with a membership of over 1450. Key initiatives include the Golf Business Canada Conference & Trade Show, Spring Warm Up Meetings, Golfmax Purchasing Programs, Take A Kid To The Course, Welcome to Golf, Get Golf Ready, GOLFEXPOs, Golfer’s Red Books, Rounds Played Reports, Revenue Tracker, Weather Impact Reports, Compensation & Benefits Reports, Golf Business Canada Pulse Reports, Golf Jobs Canada, Business Consultation, and Government Advocacy. www.ngcoa.c

ABOUT TORO

With roots dating back to 1914, Toro is a leading worldwide provider of innovative solutions for the outdoor environment including turf and landscape maintenance, snow management, rental and construction equipment, and irrigation solutions. Through a strong network of distributors, dealers, retailers and rental stores in more than 125 countries, Toro helps customers care for golf courses, sports fields, public green spaces, commercial and residential properties, construction sites and agricultural operations. More at: www.toro.com.