Turf Grass Congress 2023

Simon Doyle

Position: Vice President of Agronomy, Troon International
Categories: Speakers

Conference “Traits of a High Performing Golf Course Superintendent”
Wednesday 19th at 16:00h

Simon Doyle has a rich history in the golf industry and agronomy. Prior to joining Troon Golf, Doyle was educated at the highly regarded Reaseheath College, where he received a HND in Golf Course Management, progressing to Ohio State University in the US. Following his education he took up posts at Major, Ryder Cup and PGA Tour venues, Westchester CC and Oak Hill CC in New York.

In 2000, Doyle moved to Japan where he worked as a consulting Agronomist for US based firm Environmental Turfgrass Systems. In 2002 he joined Troon Golf where he was seconded to Goldman Sachs in Japan as part of a team to oversee the management of Goldman’s golf company, Accordia Golf. This then led to the position of Asset Manager for the same group of courses and subsequent acquisitions by Goldman.

Doyle is currently operating as Vice President of Agronomy for Troon International, where he oversees the expanding portfolio of courses.