In this episode of The GBQ Podcast, host Sarah Stirk sits down with Paul Armitage, Director of Development at Terre Hotel Spa Golf Resort. During their discussion, we learn:

• How Terre Blanche is striving to be recognised as one of the premier golf destinations in Europe
• How his leadership style is all about finding and placing the right people in the right roles
• And how the resort balances its reputation for high-end clientele while also appealing to a wider audience

Paul took on the role at Terre Blanche at the end of 2024, having enjoyed a stellar career in the golf industry over the last three decades.

He was the General Manager at Le Golf National when the Ryder Cup arrived in 2018 and also served as Golf Sports Manager for the Paris Olympics in 2024.

Now charged with establishing the Provence venue as an international locale, Paul outlines his vision for Terre Blanche and details the skills he has learned that will help him deliver those aspirations.

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In this episode of The GBQ Podcast, host Sarah Stirk sits down with Tom Reid and Kristian Baker, PGA Members both and co-owners of Sunningdale Heath and Merrist Wood. During their discussion, we learn:

• Why identity, culture, and inclusiveness are at the heart of what Tom and Kristian are trying to create
• How they have evolved their coaching style as they’ve got to grips with the rigours of running a club
• Why ‘growing the game’ must be more than just talk

Tom and Kristian, both well-known PGA Professionals, acquired the former Sunningdale Ladies Golf Club in 2019 and set out to make it inclusive for everyone.

Rebranded as Sunningdale Heath, the Berkshire venue was transformed and is widely considered a best-practice model to follow.

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In this episode of The GBQ Podcast, host Sarah Stirk sits down with Seamus Coen, General Manager of Rusacks St Andrews Hotel. During their discussion, we learn:

• The importance of hospitality, leadership, and teamwork in creating a world-class experience for guests
• How communication and recognition empowers his team to deliver exceptional service
• How focusing on attitude and a willingness to go the extra mile creates a positive team culture
• Why the Rusacks must continually innovate and improve to maintain the hotel’s reputation and success

For many, it is THE golf hotel. Look at any iconic picture of the Auld Grey Toun and there is the Rusacks St Andrews. Its place in golfing history is as assured as its position halfway up the 18th fairway of the Old Course.

But such legendary status also requires endless excellence. Charged with ensuring guests get the experience they desire and deserve is General Manager Seamus Coen and we learn how it’s achieved in the latest episode of The GBQ Podcast.

He talks to Sarah about being at the helm during a time of great change – with the hotel having gone through a huge transformation which has transformed the landscape not only of the building but of the business.

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