October 2, 2013 BANGKOK, Thailand – Golfasian, the largest pure-play golf tour operator in South East Asia, announced today that it has hired Boyd Barker to serve as the company’s General Manager. The company has seen strong growth with the increase in popularity of their golf tours and services, so Barker was hired to manage the company.
Mr. Barker’s background includes 24 years of experience with Marriott International and Minor Hotels and Resorts in both the United States and Asia. Most recently, he served as Group Director of Hotel Openings and Operations for Anantara Hotels and Resorts based in Bangkok Thailand.
He also holds a bachelor’s degree in Hotel and Restaurant Administration from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. Mr. Barker has a passion for travel and including long successful record for developing business in the travel industry. Barker will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the company’s business and driving the success of the organization as it continues to expand.
Managing Director, Mark Siegel said, “I am very excited to announce this hiring. Boyd’s extensive experience with and comprehensive understanding of the travel industry is a tremendous addition to Golfasian. I know he will be successful in facilitating our growth and welcome him to the Golfasian team.”
In another appointment the company announced Mr. Suratat (Amp) Aramrittikul was hired as the Operations Manager. Amamrittikul will be responsible for ensuring the highest level of client satisfaction including managing all the on-the-ground operations of the company. Mr. Aramrittikul has an extensive background in the travel industry including operations, product development and customer relations. Most recently he was responsible for arranging the overseas trips for numerous Thai dignitaries and VIP’s.
Managing Director, Mark Siegel said, “Khun Amp’s experience and understanding of customer service in the travel industry is unmatched. He will help insure all of our clients have memorable golfing experiences and that Golfasian remains an industry service leader for many years to come.”
Golfasian is a leading golf tour operator and offers tours to the widest range of destinations throughout South East Asia. Having served over 53,466 golf travelers Golfasian is one of the most experienced and fastest growing golf tour operators. The company offers wholesale golf tours with industry leading services at favorable rates to overseas partners as well as retail tours to end golfers looking for authentic golf experiences. With headquarters located in Bangkok, the company has subsidiaries in Vietnam (Golfasian Vietnam) and also maintains offices in Hua Hin, Phuket, and Chiang Mai as well as representatives in Pattaya, Siem Reap, Malaysia, Bali, Laos, and Myanmar.
For more information about Golfasian, please visit www.golfasian.com.
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For more information, contact:
Pascal Orczech
Director of Business Development | Golfasian Co., Ltd.
+66-(0)2-714-8470 | marketing@golfasian.com | https://www.golfasian.com
- We dealt with GolfAsian via their Australian representative, Prestige Golf Tours. Couldn't be happier with either of these companies, or recommend them highly enough. All of the transfers from airports, hotels and golf clubs went perfectly. Their staff were a dream to deal with. Their prices are very reasonable. From small things like free water on the bus each day, we just couldn't have been happier.
Mark Antony - After numerous tournaments with Golfasian, we are very satisfied with their service, efficiency & wonderful staff..We are still planning more in the future..even now with these unknown health conditions, as we know the company will not put any of their clients/friends in a dangerous situation. See you again soon hopefully...stay safe!
Suzan Malligan - Golfasian have done all my bookings and are most helpful never any pricing surprises, transport always on time and the golf course knowledge correct every time.
Kevin Murphy - I spent 2 weeks in Thailand playing 6 rounds in the Bangkok area, fantastic organisation from the guys at GA and nothing was too much hassle, definitely recommend.
Brian Gibson - Really impressive. Our 10th year on this trip and we never consider anyone else other than Golfasian. Everything just runs so well... the logistics are perfect from the initial contact to the final bus drop off. Wonderful people too...so kind, hard working and helpful. Thank you and see you next year.
Nick Williams - We have now done 5 trips with Golf Asian and they are a great company for golf tours. Very reliable with helpful and considerate staff.
Mark Chapman - First golfing trip to Thailand, and Golfasian were amazing! From the initial emails queries right through to meeting me for a round of golf in Bangkok, Golfasian were invested in making my trip memorable and they completely excelled my expectations. The team took the time to fully understand my interests and structured a tour across Thailand that was incredible. The drivers, the caddies, tte ournament staff, and the support staff all do an awesome job to make things as seamless as possible for you. They really know their stuff, they know the courses, the caddies, and the accomodation which ensures you gain the eperience you are truly looking for. Thanks to AJ, Richard, Brian and the extended team in Chiang Mai (two ball tournament) for a magical Thai golfing experience, I'm absolutely hooked and I'm already preparing my next adventure with Golfasian after being home for two days! If you are looking for the ultimate golfing experience in Thailand (or anywhere in SE Asia for that matter), be sure to book it through Golfasian.
Cam Daniell - Fantastic company. Even as a golf professional, I was welcomed warmly and the trip was flawless!
Mark Snooks - Recently booked via golfasian 3 courses in Hua Hin. All transfers were on time, tee times booked as per my request and the itinerary was perfect. Thanks for the great service and highly recommend golf in Thailand
Zaheerabbas Fazal - Outstanding services, friendly staff, competitive prices.
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