GEC open 2018 Media Kit

2018 WWW.GECOPEN.COM

WELCOME !

SWING LOCAL — CONNECT GLOBAL !

Greetings, The idea of a global golf tournament which provides the participants with a unique blend of competitive sport and networking opportunities started four years ago. It’s been heartening to see the tremendous growth of the event from just an idea to one of the most coveted golf tournament for amateurs in the world today.

We are committed to creating an economic networking platform for leading industry stalwarts as well as up and coming corporate professionals that will forge not only local, but cross-border business relationships. With the underlining theme of ‘giving back to society’, GEC Open initiative would soon replace corporate globalisation with a global network of local living economies.

GEC Open breathed a new wave of change in which this elite sport was played. With plenty of downtime to actually talk and accessibility for all ages, it’s a unique blend of sports and networking. GEC brings together leading global organizations and executives on a common platform through golf. GEC works to improve the lives of others through charitable causes while growing the bond & strength of business between corporate leaders.

We look forward to the fifth edition of the tournament with great anticipation. With 54 rounds in 34 countries, beckons a vast opportunity to grow the game and connect another 3700+ industry leaders from 1500+ organizations in the GEC ecosystem.

Join us for a world class, luxurious golfing journey and experience what it feels like to be a pro on tour!

Happy golfing!

Tushar Sahoo Founder, Global Enterprise Connect

2017 JOURNEY AT A GLANCE!

NEPAL SEPTEMBER

TURKEY AUGUST

START

18

GHANA AUGUST

PARTICIPATING COUNTRIES

29

THAILAND NOVEMBER

QUALIFYING ROUNDS

2800

UAE SEPTEMBER

+

C-LEVEL EXECUTIVES

GRAND FINAL

DUBAI

DECEMBER

MAURITIUS NOVEMBER

SOUTH AFRICA OCTOBER AZERBAIJAN SEPTEMBER

BATSWANA OCTOBER KENYA OCTOBER

INDONESIA SEPTEMBER

EGYPT OCTOBER

UAE OCTOBER

OMAN NOVEMBER INDIA OCTOBER BAHRAIN NOVEMBER

EGYPT NOVEMBER

CHINA NOVEMBER

SINGAPORE NOVEMBER INDIA NOVEMBER

SAUDI ARABIA NOVEMBER

A TRULY GLOBAL EXPERIENCE! WITH HUMBLE BEGINNINGS & HUMANITY AT ITS CORE...

CHARITY BEGINS HERE! Global Enterprise Connect (GEC) Open is an annual global corporate golf tournament held across several countries in eastern hemisphere amongst top corporates and industry stalwarts.

2014 marked the debut year for this much-revered golf tournament in which the first-ever golf round was organized at Address Montgomerie in Dubai. With massive encouragement from sponsors and participants alike, in 2015 and 2016, the event grew in popularity and was played in six and eight countries respectively connecting over 1100 corporates in the GEC ecosystem.

Over time, the nascent GEC Open has matured into a global platform for competitive amateur golf, networking, forging everlasting friendships and business relations.

The year 2017 edition took the event to unprecedented heights as between August and December as many as 29 national qualifying golf rounds were held in 18 countries. During this journey, the GEC community welcomed over 2400 corporate leaders under the aegis of 800+ global organisations!

6

COUNTRY

1

412

PLAYERS

COUNTRY

72

PLAYERS

123

GLOBAL ORGANIZATIONS

42

GLOBAL ORGANIZATIONS

Truly mapping the Eastern hemisphere, 2018 edition of GEC Open is poised to be the biggest corporate golf tournament till date with 54 golf rounds in 34 countries!

The stakes have never been higher. Corporate Golf will never be the same again. The journey has only just begun. Join us as we build relationships for life!

2014

2015

34

18

COUNTRY

2400 PLAYERS

800

COUNTRY

3700 PLAYERS

1500

GLOBAL ORGANIZATIONS

GLOBAL ORGANIZATIONS

8

COUNTRY

703

PLAYERS

456

GLOBAL ORGANIZATIONS

2016

2017

2018

NUMBER GAME TOTAL PLAYERS

LIKELINESS OF ATTENDING GEC OPEN AGAIN NEXT YEAR?

1%

2421

NOT SO LIKELY

83%

4%

SOMEWHAT LIKELY

Male (2010)

17%

Female (411)

23%

1% 2% 16%

SOMEWHAT LIKELY

VERY LIKELY

NOT SO LIKELY

RECOMMENDING GEC OPEN TO A FRIEND OR COLLEAGUE?

81%

92

Different Nationalities represented

815

Unique Corporate entities

72%

EXTREMELY LIKELY

EXTREMELY LIKELY

VERY LIKELY

OVERALL FEEDBACK OF THE EVENT

72%

HOW ORGANIZED WAS THE EVENT?

23%

EXCELLENT

VERY GOOD

71%

74%

19%

18%

5%

5%

4%

2%

1%

1%

EXCELLENT

3%

VERY GOOD

GOOD

2% FAIR

OVERALL, HOW WOULD YOU RATE THE WORLD FINAL?

FAIRLY GOOD

73% 23% 2% 1% 1%

EXCELLENT

VERY GOOD

FAIRLY GOOD

MILDLY GOOD

NOT GOOD AT ALL

HOW COMFORTABLE WERETHE ACCOMMODATION AND OTHER ARRANGEMENTS?

MILDLY GOOD

NOT GOOD AT ALL

EXCELLENT

VERY GOOD

FAIRLY GOOD

MILDLY GOOD

NOT GOOD AT ALL

PARTNERS IN THE JOURNEY

P R E V I O U S SPONSORS

B R O U GHT BY

O R G A NISED BY

CS R PARTNERS

I N A S S O C I ATION WITH PRESSE-INFORMATION im Auftrag der

Cleven & Auma Obama Invitational: Golfturnier for Charity Unterstützung sozialer Projekte für benachteiligte Kinder und Jugendliche im Fokus Köln, 02.06.2016 – �Gemeinsam sind wir stärker“ – unter diesem Motto bündeln die Auma Obama Foundation Sauti Kuu und die Cleven-Stiftung vom 13. bis 15. Juni 2016 ihre Kräfte. Dann nämlich findet das Cleven & Auma Obama Invitational (CAOI) statt. Dabei handelt es sich um ein Golfturnier mit vorgeschaltetem GalaAbend in Bad Griesbach, Bayern, das von der Cleven-Stiftung als Charity-Event veranstaltet wird. Ziel ist es, Aufmerksamkeit und Spenden für die beiden Stiftungen und ihre sozialen Projekte zugunsten von Kindern und Jugendlichen zu generieren.

Ziel: Kinder und Jugendliche bei der Gestaltung ihrer Zukunft unterstützen Dass die Cleven-Stiftung die Auma Obama Foundation Sauti Kuu als Mit-Begünstigten für ihre Veranstaltung gewählt hat, kommt nicht von ungefähr. Beide Stiftungen haben das gleiche Anliegen: Kinder und Jugendliche

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bei der Gestaltung ihrer Zukunft zu unterstützen. So gibt Dr. Auma Obama, Gründerin der Auma Obama T . com und Foundation Sauti Kuu und internationale Vortragsrednerin für die Themen soziale, wirtschaftliche R K E M

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umweltpolitische Nachhaltigkeit, sozial benachteiligten jungen Menschen eine Stimme und unterstützt sie

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darin, ihr Leben selbst in die Hand zu nehmen. Der ehemalige Metro-Manager Dr. h. c. Hans-Dieter Cleven fokussiert sich mit seiner Cleven-Stiftung indes auf die Gesundheitsförderung von Kindern. Vor mehr als zehn Jahren rief er die Initiative �fit4future“ ins Leben, in deren Rahmen das Cleven & Auma Obama Invitational stattfindet.

Flüchtlings-Krise ebenfalls Thema beim Cleven & Auma Obama Invitational Im Rahmen der Veranstaltung wird Dr. Auma Obama eine Key Speech halten und über ihre Arbeit mit benachteiligten Kindern und Jugendlichen informieren. In einem Dinner Panel am 14. Juni 2016 diskutiert die Schwester des US-Präsidenten außerdem mit Dr. h. c. Hans-Dieter Cleven, dem CSU-Generalsekretär

ARRIX MEDIA

Andreas Scheuer und weiteren Gästen über die Flüchtlings-Krise und damit verbundene mögliche Lösungswege.

Nähere Infos zum Programm unter http://www.golf4good.de/sonstiges/einladung-caoi-2016.pdf. >>

HOST VENUE PARTNERS

srGolf

ProShop

EVENT PARTNERS

FEEL LIKE A PRO ON TOUR

YUKOL YINGYONGKIJ THAILAND “I am thrilled to have won today.

I’d be lying if I say that I didn’t come here to win. I guess, all of us did. Apart from first-rate golf experience at two of the worldclass golf courses, it was a rich cultural experience meeting so many like-minded friends from across the world. I will cherish this memory for a long time.”

VERLITO QUINDOZA SAUDI ARABIA “What a fantastic end to a truly enriching experience. I thoroughly enjoyed my two days at GEC Open world final. I met some wonderful people here who are doing great things in their personal and professional lives. Hoping to stay connected with them in the years ahead.”

SUSAN DRUMMOND AZERBAIJAN “It was quite a competitive field over the two days. Everyone was going for the win. After a good opening round, I knew I do have a chance, and I am glad to have secured a podium finish at the GEC Open World Final. I will remember my visit to Dubai fondly. I had a great time socialising with club golfers from far and wide.”

BUILD RELATIONSHIPS FOR LIFE

KATE SENYE BOTSWANA “The high point of my experience at GEC World Final was meeting people from different countries, nationalities and professions. I made good friends and had fun on the golf course. Beautiful courses indeed! This is an amazing event.

We’ll all look back in the next three or so and say “I knew it would become so big!’”

AKSHAY KUMAR INDIA “The event in Dubai was a unique showcase of global cultures with top notch hospitality and thrilling experiences. It was enriching to connect with leading corporates from various countries.”

CORAM MUSHUTA BOTSWANA “The choices of the two golf courses were my favorite part of the trip. I really enjoyed playing on them. This is a great idea for amateur golfing fraterity where a world cup is presented while connecting with the global business community. We make great efforts in golf and this recognition makes the efforts complete and fulfilled.”

PLAY AT WORLD’S BEST COURSES.

MARK MCCARTHY OMAN “It was a very relaxed and comfortable event. While everyone wants to win, all of us were already winners, able to be hosted for such a great event......so there was no pressure and the main purpose was to connect and socialize with others.”

ISHTIAQ HAJEE ADAM MAURITIUS “Right from being picked up at the airport to the conclusion, GEC Open world final was an event to remember. The venues, hotel, hospitality was all exquisite. Great Memories. “

BLANCA RIVOLLIER ABU DHABI “Lovely to play at such reputed golf courses. Thoroghly enjoyed my two days. A big five to the GEC team.”

JB PANY INDIA “The bonhomie amongst the participants from various countries was exceptional. Seamless execution of the event. Refreshing platform for international exposure and cross border trade.”

#ROADTODUBAI

THE WINNERS ARE...

LIGHT MOMENTS

2018

A TRULY GLOBAL EXPERIENCE SWING LOCAL, CONNECT GLOBAL!

34

COUNTRIES

54

54

GOLF COURSES

ROUNDS

3700+ C-LEVEL EXECUTIVES

800+ GLOBAL ORGANIZATIONS

AUSTRALIA AZERBAIJAN BAHRAIN BOTSWANA CANADA

CHINA EGYPT GHANA INDIA INDONESIA

IRELAND KAZAKHSTAN KENYA MALAYSIA MAURITIUS

MOROCCO NEW ZEALAND NEPAL NETHERLAND NIGERIA

OMAN RUSSIA SAUDI ARABIA SCOTLAND SINGAPORE

SRI LANKA SOUTH AFRICA SWITZERLAND THAILAND TURKEY

UAE UNITED KINGDOM US ZIMBABWE

2018

GUIDELINES

A GLOBAL CORPORATE GOLF TOURNAMENT FEATURING TOP GLOBAL EXECUTIVES PLAYING AT THE WORLD’S BEST COURSES The fastest growing corporate golf tournament builds on world-class standards and interesting format of play.

The winners of the national qualifying round will represent their country at the World Final – Dubai Corporate Golf World Cup 2018 – to be held on two world class golf courses in December in Dubai, UAE.

COUNTRY QUALIFYING ROUNDS

DUBAI CORPORATE GOLF WORLD CUP

The playing format is Individual Stableford with full handicap allowance. Play is generally in three and fourballs. Gentlemen play from the white/ competition tees & Ladies play from red tees.

The top two players from each participating country will qualify for the World Final. Ranking points for each player will be calculated towards global ranking points on a global leaderboard.

SCORING FORMAT:

The competition is a two-day 36 holes tournament

INDIVIDUAL STABLEFORD | FULL HANDICAP ALLOWANCE l The competition is a One day 18 holes tournament l The tournament is open to golfers over 18 years of age l Net Par: 2pts | Net Birdie: 3pts | Net Eagle: 4 pts | Net Bogey:1 pt. | Net Double Bogeys or higher: NO POINTS. l Players requested to pick up their ball if the score is a double bogey or higher to speed up play l Only valid club handicaps, national handicap certificates or USGA issue handicap’s will be accepted l Corporate Ranking Points & Leaderboard- Every player will accumulate ranking points at GEC events based on their Stableford score.

SCORING FORMAT: INDIVIDUAL STABLEFORD | FULL HANDICAP ALLOWANCE l Net Par: 2pts | Net Birdie: 3pts | Net Eagle: 4 pts | Net Bogey: 1 pt | Net Double Bogeys or higher: NO POINTS. l Players requested to pick up their ball if the score is a double bogey or higher to speed up play l Three golfers with the best two-day total of Stableford points will be declared WORLD CHAMPIONS.

DECEMBER 2018

DUBAI CORPORATE GOLF WORLD CUP 2018

FINAL’S SCHEDULE 2NIGHTS/3DAYS STAY & TWO TOURNAMENT DAYS DAY

0

Arrivals Transfer to Media One Hotel Check-in at Media One Hotel in Dubai Media City

DAY

1

Breakfast at Hotel Transfer to Golf Course Shotgun start at Jumeirah Golf Estates - Earth Course Dinner and drinks at Jumeirah Golf Estates Club House Transfer to Hotel

DAY

2

Breakfast at Hotel Check-out for late evening flights Transfer to Golf Course Shotgun start at Emirates Golf Club - Majlis Prize Presentation and Cocktails at Emirates Golf Club- Club House Transfer to Hotel/ Airport Departures late evening

All flight tickets will be booked in economy class.

5 Star Hotel Stay will be at our preferred hospitality partner

2018

COUNTRY MEMBERSHIP MEMBERS OF GEC OPEN HOST VENUE CLUBS ARE PERMITTED TO REGISTER

All country Club Membership Fees: US$ 500.00 (members of host venue clubs may receive a voucher to redeem this fee)

MEMBER BENEFITS INCLUDE l Tournament

Entry (may participate in any GEC Open qualifier event across the world) pack l Green Fees during the tournament l GEC Open Callaway T-Shirt l GEC Open Callaway Cap l Callaway Golf balls l Drinks & refreshments on the course l Caddy fees or Cart fees l Tournament Photo l Scores will count towards global leaderboard & order of merit. l Organisation fees l Welcome Dinner l Winners from each country will additionally receive a personalized GEC Open Golf Bag (Callaway) l Tournament welcome

GLOBAL ANNUAL INDIVIDUAL MEMBERSHIP MEBERSHIP FEES : US$ 5000.00 All Global Members will exclusively benefit from below in addition to the country membership l Air tickets to one locations (domestic) of GEC Qualifying rounds & entry to home country qualifying round. l Tournament entry & five star accomodation l Personalised GEC Open Corporate World Cup Golf Bag - Callaway l Travel Bag , Umbrella , Towels l Sponsors’ gifts

PERSONALISED GEC OPEN CORPORATE WORLD CUP GOLF BAG - CALLAWAY

CAP

BALL MARKER

DIVOT TOOLS

TOWEL

T-SHIRT

UMBRELLA

2018

GEC CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP CORPORATE MEMBERSHIPS ARE OFFERED TO ALL ORGANIZATIONS.

CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS l Priority access to

all tournament across the tour. membership for all guests l Accomodation in five star locations including final in Dubai l Direct entry to Grand Final in Dubai l Personalised GEC Open Corporate Callaway Thirt & Caps with Corporate Logo l Personalised GEC Open Corporate World Cup Golf Bag - Callaway with Corporate Logo l Callaway Golf ball with Corporate logo l Travel Bag , Umbrella , Towels l Caddy Outfit customised with player name and corporate logo l Personalised corporate post event video l Caddy fees l Sponsors’ gifts l Annual

PACKAGE

$50,000 10 GUESTS OVER THE YEAR GLOBALLY.

PLATINIUM

GOLD

COST FOR CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP

PACKAGE

$90,000 20 GUESTS OVER THE YEAR GLOBALLY.