Ava Veith — Ph.D. Student, Penn State University
Sports turf researcher specializing in athlete–surface interactions and field performance
Speakers
Cary Bickler, ASGCA — Principal, Cary Bickler Golf Course Design
Golf course architect specializing in renovation, restoration, and historic course preservation
Brian Curley, ASGCA — Principal, Schmidt-Curley Design
Award-winning golf course architect specializing in course design, renovation, and international development
B.K. Browne — Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer, SpeakSport
Golf technology entrepreneur focused on AI-driven customer service and operational efficiency
Del Ratcliffe, PGA — Chief Operating Officer, Pinnacle Golf Properties; President, CourseRev.ai
Golf operations executive specializing in technology, AI, and operational innovation
Brad Jakubowski — Associate Professor of Teaching, Penn State University
Irrigation and turfgrass educator specializing in conservation, auditing, and plant sciences
Tony Chavez, PGA — Director of Golf, Los Serranos Golf Club
PGA golf leader specializing in player development, mentorship, and golf operations
Mark A. Mungeam, ASGCA — President, Mungeam Golf Design, Inc.
Golf course architect and ASGCA President specializing in course design, renovation, and restoration
Elliot Weber — Executive Director of Agronomy, Alisal Ranch
Turfgrass researcher and consultant specializing in turf evaluation and management practices
Gregg Munshaw, Ph.D. — Director, PARC Research and Consulting
Turfgrass researcher and consultant specializing in turf evaluation and management practices