Location

Gallagher's Canyon Golf Club

Registration Fee: $35

Registration for this event will close March 3th at 4:00pm 

Schedule & Presenters:

Conner Kozak, PGA of Canada Class "A" Professional "Coaching vs Teaching"

At an early age of about 8 or 9 years old, Conner began to develop a strong passion for the sport of golf. This passion only grew stronger into his teens as he began to notice continual improvement in his game and in competition. Following a junior golf career highlighted by several championships and top finishes in high level competition, Conner had the privilege of being recruited to play varsity golf at the University of British Columbia. While pursuing a degree in Kinesiology, he was named team captain for three out of his four years on the team. During his time on the team, Conner was able to help lead the T-Birds to numerous tournament wins and national championships.

Now as a professional, he believes in growing the game at all levels of play and is driven by providing the opportunity for others to love the game, just as it was once given to him.

Rob Tadey, Head Golf Professional & TBA "Club Culture Panel"

Rob Tadey is the current Head Professional at Fairview Mountain Golf Club in Oliver, BC. Raised in the Penticton area, Rob developed a passion for golf at the local Penticton Golf Club. After high school, Rob pursued a career as a Red Seal Chef by completing the Chef's Training course, which opened doors for numerous culinary opportunities. However, Rob's true passion remained golf, leading him to Camosun College in Victoria, BC, where he completed a business management program and joined the PGA of Canada..

Returning to the Okanagan, Rob joined Fairview Mountain Golf Club as an Assistant Professional. Over the years, he gained valuable experience, eventually being promoted to Head Golf Professional in 2019. Rob is dedicated to growing the game of golf in the South Okanagan and is heavily involved in running junior, ladies, and mixed clinics and group lessons. He is an active participant in PGA of BC and Canada events and remains competitive in these tournaments. Rob also prides himself on being an active member by attending education, buying show, and other events host by the PGA of BC. Additionally, Rob is highly skilled in club fitting, and is one of the few certified TaylorMade Kingdom Academy fitters in the country.

Other Recognitions
- 2019 PGA of BC Apprentice of the Year – Interior Region
- 2020 PGA of BC Golf Shop of the Year
- 2023 PGA of BC Professional of the Year – Interior Region
- 2024 PGA of BC Professional of the Year

Cody Bell, Executive Professional  "Crisis Management, Round Table Discussion"

Bio:

Graduated from the University of British Columbia - Okanagan in 2014 with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management with Honors.
Played on the UBC Okanagan Heat Men's Golf Team
- PACWEST Player of the Year in 2011
- 2-Time CCAA Academic All-Canadian

Joined the PGA of Canada in 2015
Associate Golf Professional - Canoe Creek Golf Course 2015-2016
Proshop Manager/Associate Professional - Sunset Ranch Golf & Country Club 2017-2022
Director of Golf/Head Professional - Talking Rock Golf Course - 2023-2024
General Manager - Talking Rock Golf Course & Quaaout Lodge - 2024-Present

2022 PGA of BC - Fred Wood Class 'A' Professional of the Year