The Benefits of EGCOA Membership:

LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY:
The EGCOA works to influence laws on a European level on behalf of the golf industry, frequently in conjunction with our partner associations. With the shift of decision making from national to European level, and the growing role of the EU in legislative matters, the role of the EGCOA as a protector of the interests of course owners and operators is increasing rapidly. We also offer a wide range of resources to guide our members on European legislative issues which may affect them.
Related links:
- Level VAT on golf in the European Union
- EU Pesticides Directive

GROWING THE NUMBER OF ROUNDS:
Our business is all about attracting and retaining golfers. EGCOA members are able to share knowledge on how to operate golf facilities as efficiently and profitably as possible - at our annual conference, for example, and via our monthly newsletters and online forums such as the EGCOA LinkedIn Group. Members are also able to develop their marketing programs by drawing on our members-only online resources and publications from our Bookstore.
Related links:
- EGCOA Bookstore
- Annual EGCOA Conference

SAVING SOLUTIONS:
The EGCOA also offers a range of effective savings solutions through the power of group purchasing. This purchasing network connects EGCOA members with golf course suppliers who offer rebates and discounts on top of your best-negotiated rate.
Related links:
- Toro rebate
- Business partners

NETWORKING COMMUNITIES:
We are a strong community of experienced owners and operators from all types and sizes of golf facilities. This means that you will always find peers in our group who share your concerns. You can then use this network in the way that best suits you and your needs. Examples: The EGCOA LinkedIn Group: 24/7 online hotline for Q&A, energetic discussions, and idea sharing; the annual European Golf Business Conference: special fee for EGCOA members to attend the most important golf business event of the year; International cooperation with associations in the United States, Canada and Asia that offer a global industry perspective.
Related links:
- The NGCOA in the USA
- International network

GOLF BUSINESS MEDIA PACKAGE:
EGCOA members receive a wide variety of leading industry magazines:
• US Golf Business Magazine (monthly) 
• Golf Management Europe (bi-monthly)
• Golf Business Development (bi-monthly)
• Golf Course Architecture Magazine (quarterly)