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Chris is superintendent at Hazeltine in Minnesota and was responsible for preparing the course for The 2018 Ryder Cup.

Hazeltine will host The Ryder Cup again in 2029 and during his time at the venue, Chris has overseen the hosting of the KPMG Women's PGA Championship, the US Junior Amateur Championship and the upcoming US Amateur Championship in 2024.

Chris was previously superintendent at the little-known Northland Country Club in Minnesota.

Paul is the director of student experience and enhancement at the University of Liverpool. During his career he has worked at a number of leading universities and has been responsible for guiding the careers of thousands of students and graduates.

In addition to writing regularly for national newspapers and other publications, he is a frequent guest on both radio and TV, appearing on numerous BBC and independent news and current affairs programmes.

For 28 years, Elizabeth taught at Auburn University in Alabama. She retired in June 2022 and now works for Kansas State University in an international position. Elizabeth works, writes and teaches in the area of turfgrass management, with a specialisation in soils, soil fertility and turfgrass fertilisers. 

Elizabeth received the Presidential Award of the Crop Science Society of America at the organisation's 2022 meeting, having previously been president of the association in 2020.

James has almost 23 years' experience in mechanics, 18 of which have been spent within the golf industry. An expert in maintaining turf equipment, James is currently workshop and equipment manager for Arora Group, based at the Buckinghamshire Golf Club. His remit is about to expand as he tales on a group role that will include potential Ryder Cup host Luton Hoo Golf & Country Club.

With his own history of living with Type 2 Bipolar Disorder, Dave brings a relatable perspective to mental health education that you cannot find in a text book. 

Dave's work has earned him two prestigious awards including a Points of Light Award from the Prime Minister. His work alongside the Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Trust also received a nomination for the Health Services Journal Mental Health Innovation of the Year in 2022.

Vicky Elliott-Potter's knowledge is drawn from her experience of working her way up to board level positions in regional and international media corporations and working with business owners in all sectors.

This will be the third consecutive year that Vicky has attended and supported BTME, consistently gaining positive feedback. 

In addition to EPIC, Vicky owns a horticultural business and is married to a deputy course manager.

Gavin is an inspirational keynote speaker, comedian and author of Shine, Life Will See You Now and Diary of a Brilliant Kid.

Although he spends much of his time speaking to business leaders, Gavin's inspiration for what he does comes from where he started his career - primary school teaching. Gavin is a firm believer that adults can be every bit as inspired by young children as they can by us grown-ups.

John has 40 years' greenkeeping experience and was superintendent of Ireland's oldest golf course, The Royal Curragh. John has conducted independent reserach for the past 15 years and since 2019 has headed Independent Turfgrass Research.

His current work focuses upon biotic and abiotic stresses in turfgrass, integrated disease control and the enhancement of turfgrass disease responses. John has presented at numerous conferences and seminars across Europe and the United States.

Chris has been head mechanic and workshop manager for Leicester City Football Club since September 2017. He previously spent 12 years as head mechanic at The Belfry.

Prior to that, Chris worked at Ransomes and Toro dealerships and he began his career working at the local mower shop, meaning his entire working life has revolved around turf equipment. He also studied mechanics at Moreton Morrell College of Agriculture.

Timmy has more than 10 years' experience in the greenkeeping industry with a focus on irrigation maintenance, installation and design. Since 2019, Timmy has been working alongside Adrian Mortram on projects including Open venues and international championship courses. 

He resides in Switzerland, enjoys mountain biking and travelling in his spare time. Prior to joining the business, Timmy was deputy course manager and irrigation technician at Golf De Lavaux.