BGGA Admissions Guide 2019 | Page 78

BGGA MANAGEMENT TEAM Andrew Summers, CEO Andrew Summers was born in Nigeria and grew up in South Africa, countries that his father served in as an educational missionary. He returned to his homeland of Scotland to complete his high school education then went on to earn his undergraduate degree and chartered accountant qualification at St. Andrew’s University, Edinburgh University and Heriot Watt University. development and advocacy organization. Her tenure working with the impoverished children and families of South Africa formed her empathy for people. He then spent twenty years in the investment management industry with Morgan Grenfell, Morgan Stanley and Silchester International Investors, a company that he co-founded in 1994. Andrew retired from a successful finance career in 2006 to focus his time on his true passion - sport and education. Her success is driven by a love and care for people and her desire to create teams that are powerful of purpose and like-minded of vision. Lee-Anne has served on numerous boards including Junior Achievement, United Way and the American Cancer Society. Since his early days as a teacher of math and physics at Strathal- lan School and as a tennis coach, Andrew has been interested in coaching and developing young people. Having been involved as a partner in golf academies since his retirement, Andrew has a vision to raise the standards in the industry and improve product quality. His philanthropic endeavors are extensive and include supporting schools in South Africa, the USA and Mexico, participating in leadership development in the Middle East and supporting junior sports organizations. Lee-Anne Misseldine CEO, IJSA and Manager, BGGA Lee-Anne Misseldine was born in Wellington, NZ, but considers Durban, South Africa, her home-town. Lee-Anne earned her degree in South Africa and in the United States, pursuing her interest in theology and biblical studies. Early in her life she had a desire to be full time in ministry to follow her passion for giving back and helping others. Although her path changed, she firmly believes that we all have a mission, regardless of our profession or career choice, and by following your purpose you find fulfillment in your life. Returning to South Africa, Lee-Anne started her professional life in the non-profit sector working for World Vision, the international 78 In 2009 a long-time dream became a reality when Lee-Anne and her partners started the Gary Gilchrist Golf Academy. Starting with just a dream to create a unique environment for athletic develop- ment, this winning team created an academy that quickly grew faster than any junior golf program in the industry to date. Kevin Craggs, Director of Golf Instruction Known as one of the worlds most accom- plished and well respected PGA professionals with over 30 years experience in the game, Kevin's excellent golfing attributes have led him to becoming coach to many of the worlds most talented golfers. His simple and proven coaching style appeals to all levels of golfers from begin- ners to Major winners on the LPGA and PGA Tour, not to mention the occasional show-biz celebrity. A regular contributor to some of Golfs leading magazines and voted by Golf Monthly as one of the Top 25 coaches in the UK, Kevin joins BGGA IN 2018. Lynda Hughes, Director of Student Care Lynda Hughes was born in what was once Rhodesia and now known as Zimbabwe. Her family emigrated to New Zealand when she was a young child and then later to Australia for a few years as a young teen and then on to South Africa where she spent the majority of her life. Lynda spent many years in both the hospitality industry and property management operations before coming to the U.S. Lynda has been involved in academy life in a variety of roles and as a self-proclaimed people person loves the daily interaction with staff, guests and students alike. Lynda is married with three children and two adorable grandsons.