Herbert L. Henkel, chairman, president and CEO of Ingersoll-Rand, has been selected to join The Environmental Institute for Golf’s Advisory Council. The Institute is the philanthropic organization of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA).
The Advisory Council provides guidance to The Institute’s board of trustees in the areas of outreach, fundraising and strategic planning. The members were selected to enhance The Institute’s ability to cultivate relationships with current and potential donors, as well as communicate the importance of the work conducted by The Institute. The Advisory Council is headed by World Golf Hall of Fame member Greg Norman.
"Herb is a great addition to The Institute’s Advisory Council," said Norman, chairman and CEO of Great White Shark Enterprises. "He is a person who is passionate about golf and ensuring its vitality. He will provide solid leadership and critical thought to our work."
Henkel came to Ingersoll-Rand in April 1999 from Textron Inc. where he was president and chief operating officer. Henkel holds a bachelor of science degree in aerospace engineering and applied mechanics and a master of science degree in mechanical engineering from Polytechnic University. Also, he holds a master’s degree in business administration from Pace University. He is a director of C. R. Bard Inc. and 3M Co.
"As a global citizen, we take seriously our responsibility to be a good steward of the natural environment, to be a good neighbor to the communities in which we operate, and to provide a safe and healthy workplace for our employees," Henkel said. "Ingersoll-Rand is committed to investing significantly in solutions that deliver environmental benefits. That committment coupled with our relationship with golf, has made us a longtime supporter of The Institute."
One of Ingersoll-Rand’s companies, Club Car, has supported The Institute through gifts to the annual silent auction, "Investing in the Beauty of Golf" endowment campaign and annual Platinum Tee Club donations. The Platinum Tee Club is the giving club for organizations that contribute a minimum of $5,000 annually to The Institute. Club Car is also recognized at the Presidential Club level in the cumulative giving program for organizations which have given $100,000
– $250,000 since 1987.
The Environmental Institute for Golf’s Advisory Council:
Gregg Breningmeyer, John Deere Golf & Turf One Source director of sales and marketing Tom Crow, founder of Cobra Golf and a retired trustee for The Institute Pete Dye, golf course architect John Foster, West Coast Turf president Sergio Garcia, PGA Tour professional Dana Garmany, Troon Golf chairman and CEO Michael Happe, The Toro Co. managing director, commercial equipment business Jack R. Harrell Jr., Harrell’s Fertilizer CEO Herb Henkel, Ingersoll-Rand chairman, president and CEO Bill Jones III, Sea Island Co. chairman and CEO Paul C. Kanavos, Flag Luxury Properties, LLC chairman and CEO Bill Kubly, Landscapes Unlimited CEO and immediate past chairman of The Institute’s board of trustees Owen G. Larkin, Vineyard Golf Club (Edgartown, Mass.) president Rafael Martinez, Republic Capital Corp. president and Institute trustee Gary N. McClung, Midway Ford/Sterling Truck Center president and developer of Quintero Golf and Country Club (Peoria, Ariz.) Ken Melrose, retired chairman and CEO of The Toro Co.
Greg Norman, Advisory Council chairman, Institute trustee and Great White Shark Enterprises chairman and CEO Jaime Ortiz-Patiño, Valderrama Golf Club (Sotogrande, Spain) owner and president David Pillsbury, president of PGA Tour Golf Course Properties and chairman of The Institute’s board of trustees Vijay Singh, PGA Tour professional Joe Steranka, PGA of America CEO Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Dubai World chairman Weldon Wyatt, Sage Valley Golf Club (Graniteville, S.C.) founder and CEO Ingersoll-Rand is a global diversified industrial firm providing products, services and solutions to transport and protect food and perishables, secure homes and commercial properties, and enhance industrial productivity and efficiency. Driven by a 100-year-old tradition of technological innovation, it enables companies and their customers to create progress. For more information, visit www.ingersollrand.com.
The Environmental Institute for Golf is a collaborative effort of the environmental and golf communities, dedicated to strengthening the compatibility of golf with the natural environment. The Institute concentrates on delivering programs and services involving research, education and outreach that communicate the best management practices of environmental stewardship on the golf course. For more on The Institute, visit www.eifg.org.
GCSAA is a leading golf organization and has as its focus golf course management. Since 1926, GCSAA has been the top professional association for the men and women who manage golf courses in the United States and worldwide. From its headquarters in Lawrence, Kan., the association provides education, information and representation to more than 21,000 members in more than 72 countries. GCSAA’s mission is to serve its members, advance their profession and enhance the enjoyment, growth and vitality of the game of golf. Visit GCSAA at www.gcsaa.org.
Contact:
Jeff Bollig, GCSAA director of communications 800-472-7878, ext. 4430 or jbollig@gcsaa.org
