With over 20 years’ experience in the golf industry, Damien Connolly is General Manager of the Association of Turfgrass Professionals Ireland (ATPI), the representative body for greenkeepers and turf professionals across Ireland.

He leads the Association’s membership, education, trade partnerships and events, including the Sportsturf Ireland Conference and Trade Show, and works with governing bodies to represent the sector. Before joining ATPI, Damien was Director of Consulting Services at mygolfGroup, advising golf clubs on strategy, governance, marketing, membership and operations.

Damien holds a Bachelor of Business Studies from UCD and the Certificate of Club Management (CCM) from the CMAE and CMAA. He is passionate about strengthening the profession and championing the people who care for Ireland’s golf courses and sports surfaces.