activities · 6
what they do
direct service · 1
- Member exchange platform operation Industry-Specific Equipment and Job ListingsOperates an online exchange platform where members can post 'For Sale' and 'Wanted' listings to facilitate the swapping or acquisition of items.
capacity building · 5
- Board guidance and strategic input Advisory Committee Governance SupportProvides insight and feedback to the Board of Directors to inform strategic decision-making and guide the chapter's direction for the benefit of all members.
- Board guidance and strategic input Advisory Committee Governance SupportProvides insight and feedback to the Board of Directors to inform strategic decision-making and guide the chapter’s direction for the benefit of all members.
- Member directory publicationDistributes an annual membership directory in physical or digital format to all members to support networking and communication within the organization.
- Membership directory distributionProduces and distributes an annual membership directory in physical or digital format to all members to support networking and communication within the organization.
- Publication of Best Management Practices Guide Economic Impact Research and Sector DevelopmentPublished the Arizona Golf Industry Best Management Practices Guide in May 2019 to promote industry standards and support professional practice among members.
strategies · 11
how they think
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- Advocacy and Professional Recognition for the Golf IndustryThe organization enhances the professional recognition of its members and advocates for the environmental and economic well-being of the golf industry by serving as a unified voice, engaging in education, leadership, collaboration, government relations, and environmental stewardship.
- Advocacy and unified representation for the turfgrass industry advocacyThe organization serves as a centralized voice for the Arizona golf course management industry, advocating for its environmental and economic interests through government relations and public education.
- Best management practices for sustainable golf course operations best_management_practicesThe organization promotes the use of best management practices to ensure environmentally sustainable golf course maintenance, with specific guidance on water, nutrient, pest, and energy management.
- Committee-Based Governance for Member-Driven Direction committee-based_governanceThe organization utilizes a committee-based governance model to actively solicit and integrate member input, thereby ensuring that its strategic direction and operations are guided by the collective needs and perspectives of its members.
- Committee-based governance for member-driven direction committee-based_governanceThe organization uses a committee-based governance model to incorporate member input into decision-making and strategic direction, relying on remote communication with periodic in-person meetings to maintain engagement and inclusivity.
- Facilitating Member Networking and Resource Exchange member_network_supportThe organization supports its members by fostering connectivity and resource sharing through an annual membership directory and by providing a dedicated platform for peer-to-peer exchange of goods.
- Member network support through resource and goods exchange member_network_supportThe organization strengthens its member network by distributing an annual directory for connectivity and facilitating a peer-to-peer platform for exchanging goods, enhancing resource sharing and professional collaboration.
- Professional development and recognition for members member_developmentThe organization enhances the professional standing of golf course superintendents through education, leadership opportunities, and collaborative platforms that build industry credibility.
- Promoting Sustainable Golf Course Management through Best Practices and Education best_management_practicesThe organization guides sustainable golf course operations by advocating for and educating on best management practices across environmental domains, including water, nutrients, pests, and energy, and by collaborating with state agencies to advance water conservation.
- Targeted membership for golf course management professionals targeted_membershipThe organization focuses its membership on individuals actively engaged in golf course management to ensure relevance, expertise, and shared professional goals within the network.
- Water conservation through collaboration and stakeholder education water_conservation_collaborationThe organization advances water conservation in the Arizona golf industry by collaborating with state agencies and educating stakeholders on efficient water use and the beneficial role of natural resources in golf course management.
named programs · 3
what they call their work
Arizona Golf Industry Best Management Practices (BMPs)
Developed in collaboration with industry partners, this guide provides standards and recommendations on irrigation, water quality, nutrient management, pest control, and other environmental practices for golf courses in Arizona
Scholarship + Research Committee
Supports education and research in turfgrass management through scholarships and research initiatives for students and professionals
Water Conservation Task Force
Promotes water conservation and management goals for the Arizona golf industry in collaboration with the Arizona Department of Water Resources; educates stakeholders on golf’s beneficial use of natural resources
relationships · 11
who they work with
- Arizona Alliance for Golf Coalition — Member of a coalition dedicated to unifying and protecting the game of golf in Arizona
- Arizona Alliance for Golf (AAG) Partner — Unifies local allied associations, non-profits, private industry and consumers to speak with one voice for the purpose of protecting Arizona’s golf industry.
- Arizona Department of Water Resources Government — Collaborates with the state agency on water conservation and management goals
- Arizona Department of Water Resources (ADWR) Government — Promotes the water conservation and management goals of the ADWR.
- Carmella Partner — Contact person for requesting the Annual Membership Directory.
- Carmella Partner — Point of contact for submitting Exchange listings
- Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) Partner — Provides tools and information for environmental stewardship, including water conservation, through its Environment Hub.
- USGA Water Resource Center Partner — Provides water-related information for golfers, facilities, and communities.
- University of Arizona Partner — Collaborated on the "Contribution of the Golf Industry to the Arizona Industry in 2014" report.
- University of Arizona Turfgrass Research, Education and Extension Partner — Provides research reports related to turfgrass.
- University of California Riverside Turfgrass Research and Extension Partner — Provides research reports related to water conservation and salinity management in turfgrass.