GBN Advisory Board Member | Hospitality & Merchandising Phil Owenby
Phil Owenby is a PGA Professional who specializes in Hospitality and Merchandising. He is a renowned professional who was inducted into the Virginia Golf Hall of Fame in 2022. During his career, Phil served as a Golf Professional at Roanoke Country Club, Director of Operations at Kinloch Golf Club, and General Manager at Chechessee Creek Club. He also served as Chief Development Officer of the Dormie Network, aiding in the development of their Hospitality Culture.
GBN Advisory Board Member | Financial Advisor Kristen Muranyi
Kristen grew up in the golf industry, ultimately becoming a PGA Professional and holding various roles such as assistant pro, head pro, and director of golf. After being in the industry, Kristen chose to change careers and partnered with Northwestern Mutual as a financial advisor. She now focuses on providing personalized financial planning services to golf professionals, combining her passion for golf with her expertise in finance.
GBN Advisory Board Member | Leadership Development Spencer Clouatre
Col (R) Spencer Clouatre is a retired Army helicopter pilot and a former head of the Economics Program at West Point. With over 35 years of service, he has taught finance and economics, earning an MBA from Vanderbilt and a PhD from UNC Chapel Hill. His dedication to education and leadership is reflected in his successful career and impressive academic achievements.
President and CEO of Golf Business Network Patrick Seither
Patrick is the President and CEO of GBN (Golf Business Network) and has spent about 20 years as a PGA professional. He has held positions at various prestigious golf clubs including Southern Pines Country Club, Old Chatham Golf Club, and Governor's Club in Chapel Hill. He oversees GBN's executive search firm, which has become a leading name in filling head professional and director of golf positions.