Leading golf apparel brand Turtleson has appointed two new international sales agents to continue the brand’s global market expansion.
Ian Eveleigh, the newest Turtleson representative based out of the United Arab Emirates, will lead the brand’s continued expansion in the Middle East and further cement its standing in the global market.
David Furnace, 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 Middle Eastern 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 Middle Eastern 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.”
Furnice 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 honour, and I look forward to the great work we will do together.”