The New Zealand Golf Industry Council (NZGIC) is thrilled to announce the upcoming 2025 Brandt/John Deere Whole of Golf Conference, themed “Leading Change: Transforming Golf for the Future.”

From August 17-19, 2025, at the Ellerslie Events Centre in Auckland, this highly anticipated event promises three days of collaboration, innovation, and industry insights covering golf operations, course, food and beverage and administration.

A Dynamic Lineup

Attendees can expect engaging presentations, interactive workshops, panel discussions, and thought-provoking forums, featuring industry leaders, golfing celebrities, and renowned speakers from across the globe—both in-person and virtually.

Diverse Industry Engagement

NZGIC is working alongside key business sectors including golf retail, equipment suppliers, media, travel and tourism, web development, social media, business strategy, and general management to curate a vibrant trade exhibition showcase. The conference will serve as a hub for networking, sharing ideas, and exchanging insights on emerging trends, research, and best practices in the golf industry.

Key Topics & Opportunities

“We’re proud to host influential speakers addressing topics such as the Future of Golf, Culture, Mental Health & Stress Management, Governance, Artificial Intelligence, and Sustainability,”.

Attendees will also have the chance to explore trade exhibitions, connect through networking events, and participate in hands-on breakout sessions.

With an exciting agenda designed to shape the future of golf, this conference is a must-attend event for industry professionals looking to drive innovation and growth.

The early bird NZGIC 2025 Whole of Golf Conference August 17-19, Ellerslie Event Centre, registration offer closes Friday, June 27.

To register, please click here.

To view the event programme, click  HERE