Upper Arlington, OH – Golf Course Technology Reviews (GCTR) and The Tech Caddiepodcast recently featured an insightful conversation with Robb Smyth, Senior Vice President of Business Development at Cobalt Software. During the interview, Smyth shared highlights from his extensive journey in the golf course technology industry, from his early days with the family-owned Smyth Systems to his current leadership role at the innovative Cobalt Software.
The full article, available [here], delves into Smyth’s unique perspective on the distinctions between family-run businesses and companies fueled by private equity. He provides a behind-the-scenes look at acquisitions made by key players like Jonas Club Software, EZLinks, and IBS, reflecting on how these deals have shaped the industry.
In his current role, Smyth is focused on scaling Cobalt Software, a company now dedicated exclusively to serving private clubs. He discussed the company’s ongoing growth, including client acquisition and hiring within the sales team, as well as the long-term vision for the company’s expansion within the private club space. In the podcast, Smyth reveals the top 2 reasons clubs are switching to Cobalt Software.
The article also features detailed statistics comparing market share and client numbers among leading vendors in the private club technology sector and evaluates both short-term and long-term growth opportunities for Cobalt Software.
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