Combined 45-year industry veterans will grow Turtleson’s presence in France, Belgium, Switzerland, Luxembourg and the United Arab Emirates.
BRISTOL, Tenn. – Turtleson, makers of versatile apparel for the moments that matter most, is proud to announce the hiring of Fabrice David and Ian Eveleigh, PGA, to continue the brand’s international market expansion. Eveleigh, the newest Turtleson representative in the United Arab Emirates, will lead the brand’s continued expansion in Asia and further cement its standing in the global market. David, a France native, will join the team as the new head of sales in Western Europe, strengthening key retail partnerships in France, Belgium, Luxembourg and Switzerland.
“As Turtleson grows its presence in the global golf market, we are excited to welcome Fabrice and Ian to our international team,” said Bob Smith, managing director of Turtleson International. “They both have an exceptionally well-rounded understanding of the distribution channels, stakeholders and customer expectations of the golf industry. We are confident they will represent Turtleson well in the Western European and Asian markets.”
Eveleigh brings more than 15 years of experience in the golf industry covering Southern Africa, Turkey and the UAE. His previous roles include managing international sales teams for brands such as Nike, Peter Millar and G/FORE. Eveleigh has also been a member of the PGA of South Africa for nearly 25 years. His hands-on, strategic approach to relationship-building will ensure Turtleson’s success in the West Asian golf market.
“My passion has always been the customer experience,” says Eveleigh. “I was drawn to Turtleson because they share this passion and prove it every day by providing the highest level of service in the industry. I could not be more proud to join the Turtleson team.”
David joins Turtleson as the head of sales for France, Belgium, Luxembourg and Switzerland. With more than 30 years of experience in the golf industry on both B2B and B2C operations channels, he brings extensive knowledge of retail distribution and brand representation across categories, including apparel, footwear, clubs and technology. He has also facilitated numerous golf tournaments and bespoke golf travel programs around the world.
“After three decades in the industry, it’s clear to me which brands keep quality and customer satisfaction at the forefront of their minds. Turtleson is certainly one of the best,” said David. “Helping bring Turtleson’s premium products and customer service to retailers around the world is a tremendous honor, and I look forward to the great work we will do together.”
For more than a decade, Turtleson has intentionally crafted compelling men’s and women’s performance apparel, including polo shirts, wovens, layering pieces, sweaters, bottoms and outerwear. The Turtleson brand can be found at the finest golf clubs, resorts and retailers in the world. For more information on Turtleson, please visit turtleson.com.
ABOUT TURTLESON
Since its founding in 2011, Turtleson has built a reputation for creating apparel that works across seasons and occasions without compromise. Turtleson’s approach centers on relaxed refinement: versatile, easy-to-wear pieces that deliver an effortlessly elevated look. Rather than chasing trends, Turtleson invests in improved construction and reliable sizing. The result is apparel that performs as promised and elevates the everyday, becoming the pieces customers reach for most.
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