MELBOURNE DESIGN WEEK GOLF NETWORK

MELBOURNE DESIGN WEEK GOLF NETWORK

Found Golf and MDW networking event with an unconventional 3 hole track for all skill levels. Drinks, snacks and panel discussion.

By Found Golf

Date and time

Thu, 22 May 2025 2:30 PM - 6:00 PM AEST

Location

Royal Park Golf Course

11 Old Poplar Road Parkville, VIC 3052 Australia

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours 30 minutes

MDW GOLF NETWORK

Found Golf opens up three holes at Royal Park Golf Course for creatives who golf and those who don’t. The afternoon will commence with a panel discussion between Jes Egan, Grant Ferguson & Harry Moody, hosted by Found Golf director Lance Peach. Topics include, golf, marketing, golf, design, golf, and the need for greater cross disciplinary pollination. Come ready to learn how to market your creative practice. You will walk away with valuable insights into digital marketing, new connections across the sector and hopefully a better swing.


Running Order

2.30pm - Arrival drinks and snacks

3.00pm - 45 minute panel discussion about the intersection of design and marketing (see panelist details below)

4.00pm - Golf & networking

  • We will have a golf coach available for first timers to guide you through a friendly pitch and putt competition
  • For the more experienced we will run an alternate shot competition across two holes
  • Prizes supplied by Found Golf
  • Royal Park Golf course bar will be open for refreshments
    6:00pm - Event concludes


Panelists

Jes Egan | The View From Here | Brand and Graphic Design

A seasoned General Manager with 20+ years of leadership, business management, operations, and branding expertise, Jes drives success through strategy, growth, and innovation.


Grant Ferguson | Calibre 9 | SEO Content and Websites

Grant Ferguson has a marketing degree and 10 years of experience in digital marketing and search engine optimisation. Grant has helped 500+ businesses grow their brand and online presence through strategic marketing strategies.


Harry Moody | Grasp Social | Social Media

Harry is a Social Media Marketer with over 10 years experience, spanning across a number of industries including hospitality, lifestyle and ecommerce. He’s driven by the need to spread the message of those he works with in any way shape or form he can, and is fascinated with the ever changing landscape of what Marketing is in the modern world.


Lance Peach | Found Golf | Co-founder

Lance brings 20 years of professional development across diverse sectors, from super yachting, music, marketing and management. He is co-founder of Found Golf, an alternative golf fashion brand and partnership manager at Calibre 9. Lance is thrives on driving growth through creative digital strategies and relationship building.


Royal Park Golf Course

Royal Park Golf Course is an accessible nine-hole golfing facility with well-maintained fairways, a practice putting green, chipping practice area, and hitting bays. Founded in 1903 Royal Park Golf course is over 120 years old and it is the only golf course in the world to have both a tram and train line run through it. Playing a shot to the sounds of the roaring lions in the nearby Melbourne Zoo is a frequent experience.

Frequently asked questions

What should I wear?

There is no dress code for the event, make sure you are prepared for the weather, and have comfortable shoes (no heels on the green). You are NOT required to follow traditional club house rules. Thank goodness!

Do I need to have golf experience?

No! All levels welcomed. There will be a coach on hand to guide beginners.

Do I have to play golf on the day?

We encourage you too, but if hanging back at the clubhouse and talking all things design and marketing is more your style we won’t get in your way!

Is there parking available?

Yes, there is street parking in and around Royal Park Golf Course. 11 Old Poplar Rd, Parkville. Melbourne VIC 3052. info@royalparkgolf.com.au T (03) 9387 1326

Can I get there by train/tram?

Yes. Royal Park Golf Course is the only course in the world to have a tram and train line run through it. The number 19 tram at stop 17 Levers St / Royal Parade. The number 58 tram at stop 27 Royal Park Station. Train Upfield line to Royal Park Station

Do I have to be in design to attend?

No, we are open to everyone from the marketing and design curious to the golf curious. You do not need to be a practicing designer to attend.

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