I just learned about the retirement on Ken Mangum, CGCS, who's been at the Atlanta Athletic Club for 27 years. At the end of next May he will begin a new phase of his life, one that doesn't include golf course maintenance. But in many ways he will still be very involved in golf course management for a long time. By that, I am referring to the hundreds of people that have worked with Ken through the years and have gone on to successful careers of their own. As I travel around the Southeast, I am always amazed at how many in the profession have a connection to Ken and the Atlanta Athletic Club. And everyone holds him in the highest regard. Ken is an innovator, educator, communicator and probably the kindest person you could ever hope to meet.
Best wishes to you Ken, you represent the golf course superintendent in the highest light, and like so many others in the profession, I am honored to call you my friend.
