MEET THE TEAM

TEAM MASHIE

This close knit team forms the basis of MASHIE, with each member of staff working in their own role to enable you to enjoy the ultimate golfing lifestyle. 

Nick Hovey
Managing Director

After a career in London working in senior management roles at various global companies, Nick - a keen golfer - opted to take the plunge and do something he actually enjoyed! Nick started a golf company in 2009 and after almost 10 years has built a varied knowledge of the golf industry with a focus on developing luxury brands, marketing, events and retail, specifically clothing design & production. Nick started MASHIE in August 2015 with the aim of bringing golf membership into the 21st century.

Please feel free to email Nick anytime at nick@mashiegolf.co.uk

Rachel Palmer
Events Manager

Rachel has been working in the Events and Hospitality industry for the past six years, specializing in the golf sector. Previously employed by Marriot the world’s leading hospitality provider. Rachel was responsible for the management of golf events planning and executing over 300 events a year. In 2019 Rachel was awarded a prestigious International accolade for her work in the ‘Golf Sales Industry’. Rachel is passionate about the golf industry and is dedicated to delivering the highest level of service and professionalism to MASHIE Members and clients that surpass their expectations.
 
If you want to know more about our MASHIE events, you can email rachel.palmer@mashiegolf.co.uk

Katie Hawksworth
Marketing Manager

Do you subscribe to our emails? Then it was probably sent by Katie. She specialises in multi-channel strategy development, through digital marketing and branding. She has previously attained an ACIM in Marketing and now brings her experience to the MASHIE team. When attending company and partner golf days, Katie can usually be found going full speed ahead on a buggy, camera in hand, eyeing up the courses as suitable hacking grounds to take her horses.

​For questions in regards to anything online, including website and email support, please email Katie on katie@mashie.golf. 

Gill Fee
Business Development Consultant

Gill, the founder of Credence Consultancy is an advisor to Mashie. Her comprehensive knowledge of the hospitality industry, predominantly in the hotel and golf sectors, aligned with her prolific networking has resulted in an influential client base. 
Gill was invited to join the Board of Governors of Merrist Wood and Guildford College, a position she held for six years. This provided a platform to allow her to champion the benefits of the hospitality industry. Gill successfully transferred her skills to the golf sector fifteen years ago and continues to organise, execute and manage exclusive golf related events for individuals and corporates.

Jenny Swift
Club Partnerships Director 

Jenny is responsible for our Club partnerships, delivering value and support for our Partner Plus Club Programme members.  With extensive global experience in the Fintech industry, she is now working closely with golf club management teams across the MASHIE network to support their drive for improved golfer experience and enjoyment of the game.  Jenny has travelled extensively, played golf in many countries, she is a member of Frilford Heath Golf Club and now limits her golf to only play on days ending with “Y”.  A playing handicap of 11, her top tip “keep working on your short game!”.

​If you would like to know more about our MASHIE Club Partnerships Programme please email: jenny.swift@mashiegolf.co.uk

Ed Kennedy 
Business Development Director 

Having spent his formative years dreaming of being a professional golfer culminating in a scholarship to an American University, Ed changed course and moved to London where in 2013 he embarked on a new venture, as founder of the successful fine wine merchant’s Hatton & Edwards. 
After nearly a decade, he decided to return to the serenity of the Cotswolds where he has reignited his passion for golf and is thrilled to be joining the MASHIE team. Ed brings a wealth of business experience as well as an impressive knowledge of the golf industry & how to play the game!”

BOARD DIRECTORS

An integral part of Team MASHIE is our board of founding Directors.

Richard Tufft

Ian Fitzpatrick

Careers

If you would like to become a part of our team, please view our current vacancies here. You can always forward a copy of your CV to contactus@mashiegolf.co.uk