The 2026 PGA International Members’ Meeting returns to Angsana Laguna Phuket in Thailand from 4-7 May, bringing together PGA Members and influential figures from across the golf industry for four days of insight, innovation, and connection.
Hosted in one of Asia’s premier golf destinations, the meeting, which is sponsored by Toro, will provide a platform for professional development, networking, and golf at Laguna Golf Phuket. PGA Members will have the opportunity to enhance their coaching and management knowledge, connect with fellow industry professionals, and experience the world-class facilities that Laguna Golf Phuket has to offer.
Among the headline speakers is Archerfield Links’ Gary Nicol, who has coached golf around the world since the late 1980s, working with golfers of all abilities, from club players to Ryder Cup stars and Tour winners. Co-author of the best-selling ‘The Lost Art’ series, Nicol is widely respected for challenging conventional coaching wisdom and empowering golfers to perform at their best. Nicol’s desire to constantly improve his own knowledge and performance through updating and upgrading skill sets is an attitude shared with everyone associated with Performance Principles.
Joining Nicol is Dr Ian Peek, PGA Master Professional, performance and well-being coach and PhD graduate. With extensive experience supporting players and coaches at every level of the game, Dr Peek will bring valuable perspective surrounding mental challenges and the mental power of high performance, drawing from his ‘Pathway to the Tour’ study.
Also in attendance will be marketing expert Carl Heaton, who will share insight into the evolving digital landscape and the opportunities that Ai present golf businesses. With a focus on Ai-driven tools and strategies to take marketing campaigns to the next level, Heaton will support PGA Members in engaging with the next generation of golfers in a smarter, more efficient manner.
The meeting will also feature the following confirmed speakers:
- Khun Seehachet Saifon – General Manager, Robinswood Golf Club, Bangkok; specialist in golf management, partnerships, and career planning.
- Chris Gray – Head of Sustainability Golf and Agronomy Asia-Pacific for The R&A. Chris has more than 30 years’ knowledge and experience, having worked extensively in the Asia-Pacific, Central Asia and Middle East regions as an agronomic consultant, golf course superintendent and golf project development manager. He has also provided tournament agronomy consulting support for a number of PGA Tour, European Tour and LPGA tournaments in the Asian region.
- Kiran Mistry – Founder of The Golf Athlete, a performance-focused brand dedicated to redefining how golfers train, move and play. After years of working with golfers of all ages and abilities, Kiran recognised the lack of accessible, structured programs that addressed both the physical demands of golf and the unique swing faults identified by leading biomechanical research. This led to the creation of The Golf Athlete.
- Ben Styles – Senior Vice President Asia at ION 54 and Australian PGA Member. Styles has over 25 years of experience across golf operations, course development, and international events.
- Martin Fairn – CEO, Gazing. Martin co-founded Gazing more than 25 years ago, combining corporate leadership with a deep understanding of what drives performance under pressure, helping leaders build organisations that deliver consistently in high-stake environments. Red2Blue is a practical, applicable framework that gives you to the tools to manage pressure, stay focused and thrive in challenging situations.
- Peter Shaw – General Manager, Golf Genius Asia; experienced in coaching, sales, event management, and sponsorship.
- Mark Kolentsis – Senior Regional Sales Manager, TORO SE Asia.
- Kenny Mackay – Director of Golf Courses and Grounds at Wentworth Club and Robinswood Golf Club Thailand.
- Tristan Crew – PGA Executive Director – Member Services, providing updates on PGA activity over the last 12 months.
- Steven Furlonger – PGA Professional and golf coach, specialising in 3D coaching techniques. Steven has 28 years’ experience working in the golf industry and his players have secured victories on the Challenge Tour, DP World Tour and World Long Drive Championship.
A range of delegate packages are available, including accommodation options and non-residential packages for Phuket-based PGA Members. All packages include conference access, entry to the welcome function and gala dinner, event gifting, and 18 holes at Laguna Golf Club.