Kelsie Horner is the digital editor for Golf Course Industry magazine, where she covers the people, trends, and stories shaping golf course maintenance today. A graduate of Kent State University’s journalism program, she joined Golf Course Industry in 2024 after completing an editorial internship and was promoted to digital editor in 2025.
Her work spans print and digital storytelling, video, and podcasting. She also coordinates Golf Course Industry’s social media platforms and writes the monthly “Conservation Mindset” column, highlighting the intersection between golf and the environment.
Horner is a member of the Golf Writers Association of America and the Turf & Ornamental Communicators Association. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree in digital content from Liberty University. When she isn’t writing, she can usually be found golfing, playing volleyball, or finding a good coffee shop.