The Golf Saudi Summit is an invite-only event.
If you would like to be considered for an invite, please register you interest below.
2nd – 4th FEBRUARY 2020
KING ABDULLAH ECONOMIC CITY (KAEC)
KING ABDULLAH ECONOMIC CITY (KAEC)
The all-new global golf business event
This invite-only event will bring together captains of industry and national leaders to debate hot topics and modern development tactics in golf.
EVENT PROGRAMME
SAUDI INTERNATIONAL HOSPITALITY
Keynote Speakers
PANEL DISCUSSIONS
NETWORKING TIME
What’s the SUMMIT all about?
As part of the Saudi International, this business forum will bring together: industry thought leaders; industry stakeholders; guardians of the game; Saudi leadership and stakeholders; international rights holders; and headline players, to debate the progressive opportunities in golf.
INVITE-ONLY EVENT
“WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO SAUDI ARABIA FOR THE INAUGURAL GOLF SAUDI SUMMIT”
H.E Yasir bin Othman Al-Rumayyan, Chairman of the Saudi Golf Federation and Golf Saudi
SPEAKERS & TOPICS
H.E Yasir Bin Othman Al-Rumayyan
CHAIRMAN – SAUDI GOLF FEDERATION & GOLF SAUDI
Transforming Saudi
Majed Al-Sorour
CEO – SAUDI GOLF FEDERATION & GOLF SAUDI
A new Perspective
Tim Schantz
CEO – TROON
Anticipating Future Trends in Sports
David McLay Kidd
MASTER ARCHITECT – DMK GOLF DESIGN
A Modified Approach
Bruce Glasco
COO – TROON
The Power of Partnerships
Cho Minn Thant
CEO – ASIAN TOUR
The Pyramid of Influence
John Holmes
PRESIDENT – ATLAS TURF
The Power of Partnerships
Ed Edwards
COO – GOLF SAUDI
The Power of Partnerships
Lee Penrose
GROUP DIRECTOR – STRI GROUP
Pioneering Environmental Practice
Scott Henshaw
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR – RED SEA DEVELOPMENT COMPANY
A Modified Approach
Andrew Johnston
GENERAL MANAGER & DIRECTOR OF AGRONOMY – SENTOSA GOLF CLUB
Pioneering Environmental Practice
Chris May
CEO- DUBAI GOLF
The Modern Era
Robbie Greenfield
Moderator
Gary Player
Golf’s International Ambassador
Greg Norman
Global Golf Diplomat
Alex Armas
CEO – LADIES EUROPEAN TOUR
The Pyramid of Influence
Keith Pelley
CEO – THE EUROPEAN TOUR
The Pyramid of Influence
David Leadbetter
Legendary Swing Coach
Robert Trent Jones Jr
Master Architect
Ian Randall
CEO – Confederation of Professional Golf
The Modern Era
WHO WILL BE ATTENDING?
Development
- Operators
- Master Architects
- Construction
- Developers
Marketing
- Innovators
- Marketing Agencies
- Comms Agencies
- Broadcasters
Corporate
- Investors
- Sponsors
- Governing Bodies
- Tourism Boards
Events
- Event Management Companies
- Leisure Experts
- Hospitality Experts
- Rights Holders
PART OF THE
SAUDI INTERNATIONAL 2020
Summit Schedule
Please note that the schedule below is subject to change
DAY ONE
Sunday 2nd February
08:00
VIP Hospitality at Saudi International powered by SoftBank Investment Advisors
19:30
Welcome Reception
DAY TWO
Monday 3rd February
09:00
Arrival & Registration
10:00
Welcome Address
10:00
Panel Sessions
13:00
Lunch & Networking
14:00
Panel Sessions
19:30
Gala Dinner Drinks Reception
20:00
Gala Dinner
DAY THREE
Tuesday 4th February
09:00
Panel Sessions
12:00
Lunch & Networking
14:30
Golf (invite only)
PARTNERS
Official partner
Samba Financial Group is one of the region’s largest and most acclaimed financial services groups and has played a major role in the modern transformation of banking in Saudi Arabia.
More infoOfficial partner
Invest Saudi is a communication platform that serves all government entities with regards to promoting the Kingdom as a future-ready investment destination, thus contributing to realising Vision 2030.
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Performance54 is a modern marketing and consultancy group, with extensive experience within the golf and tourism sectors, providing detailed insights to positively impact brands, destinations and stakeholder investments.
More infoAssociate partner
Toro's golf course mowers, application/cultivation equipment and irrigation help you stay on top of your golf course management.
More infoAssociate partner
For over 80 years, Rain Bird has been dedicated to using water responsibly. They call it The Intelligent Use of Water™ and it’s the thinking behind their full selection of water-saving tools, training, services and products.
More infoAssociate partner
Hunter offers comprehensive golf irrigation solutions designed to simplify watering while ensuring healthy, playable courses. Middle East Agricultural Company is the distributor of Hunter irrigation solutions in the region.
More infoAssociate partner
Faldo Design is an award-winning international golf course design firm. As a leading golf architectural practice, their Windsor, England-based firm has created unique courses on five continents and in 20 different countries.
More infoAssociate partner
ProSports International is a sports wholesale distribution company established in Dubai, UAE in 1995. They are the leading distributor of the leading brands in golf, including Titleist & FootJoy.
More infoAssociate partner
The Royal Greens Golf and Country Club is a premier 18-hole championship golf course and clubhouse, boasting panoramic views of the stunning Red Sea coast.
More infoAssociate partner
Their goal is to create extraordinary guest and member experiences through personalized service, consistency, and uncompromising attention to detail. When you visit one of their clubs, you will get a glimpse of how clubs partner with Troon Management to create luxury experiences.
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KAEC provides you with a modern, healthy lifestyle and a safe, family environment, with expansive greenery and open views. It offers connected communities and provides access to the pristine waters of the Red Sea. KAEC gives you a new way to live your life.
More infoTRAVEL & INFORMATION
7682 Hijaz Boulevard
Bay La Sun District
King Abdullah Economic City 23964 - 2609
Jeddah 1149
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
www.baylasunhotel.com
Bay La Sun District
King Abdullah Economic City 23964 - 2609
Jeddah 1149
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
www.baylasunhotel.com
EVENT LOCATION
How to get here
Airplane
King Abdulaziz International Airport serves numerous international and domestic routes and is located 1hr 10 south of Bay La Sun Hotel & Marina. Taxi services are based at the airport. Uber drivers are also readily available.
Car
Please follow satellite navigation and signposts to King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC), once you enter the city please follow event directional signs to the venue.
Parking information
Free parking at Bay La Sun Hotel & Marina will be available.ACCOMMODATION
WHERE TO STAY
There are a number of rooms blocked at Bay La Sun Hotel & Marina and The Views Hotel & Residences from 2nd to 4th February 2020.
If you wish to make a booking at one of these hotels, please request the booking form from: gss.registration@golfsaudi.com
Rooms can be booked on a first come, first served basis.
VISAS
What is the Saudi eVisa?
Saudi Arabia is opening its doors to the world through its new tourist visa. Through their fast and easy-to-use online portal, international visitors from eligible countries can apply for an eVisa.
The one-year, multiple entry eVisa, permits visitors to spend up to 90 days in the country at any one time.
If your country of nationality is not included on the eligible countries list, please email gss.registration@golfsaudi.com by Monday 20th January 2020.
For more information on Saudi eVisas, please click the button below.
If you are MEDIA, please email gss.registration@golfsaudi.com with regards to securing a visa.
Eligible Countries for Saudi eVisa:
NORTH AMERICA:
CANADA | US
EUROPE:
ANDORRA | AUSTRIA | BELGIUM | BULGARIA | CROATIA | CYPRUS | CZECH REPUBLIC | DENMARK | ESTONIA | FINLAND | FRANCE | GERMANY | GREECE | HOLLAND | HUNGARY | ICELAND | IRELAND | ITALY | LATVIA | LIECHTENSTEIN | LITHUANIA | LUXEMBOURG | MALTA | MONACO | MONTENEGRO | NORWAY | POLAND | PORTUGAL | ROMANIA | RUSSIA | SAN MARINO | SLOVAKIA | SLOVENIA | SPAIN | SWEDEN | SWITZERLAND | UKRAINE | UNITED KINGDOM
ASIA:
BRUNEI | CHINA (INCLUDING HONG KONG AND MACAU) | JAPAN | KAZAKHSTAN | MALAYSIA | SINGAPORE | SOUTH KOREA
OCEANIA:
AUSTRALIA | NEW ZEALAND
Event Details
When?
2ND – 4TH
FEBRUARY 2020
Where?
BAY LA SUN
HOTEL & MARINA
7682 Hijaz Boulevard
Bay La Sun District
King Abdullah Economic City
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
