Meet Our Team
Behind Greenkeeping Insight is a team of passionate greenkeepers and turf professionals from across Europe. Each of us brings unique experience from golf courses, sports turf, and research, united by a common goal: to share knowledge, highlight innovation, and promote best practices in greenkeeping.
We believe that collaboration and shared insights make our profession stronger. Below you can meet the people who contribute their expertise, stories, and perspectives to this platform.
Chris Krawczyk
Founder, Editor
Head greenkeeper & founder, passionate about sustainable turf management. Enjoys exploring golf destinations, writing about turf management, and is a proud father and husband
Tekla Kvatchadze
Editor
I live where turf meets tech, science meets sod, and tradition meets tomorrow. A curious mind with a passion for the ground beneath the game, this space is dedicated to exploring the innovations, breakthroughs, and sustainable practices that are reshaping golf courses worldwide.
Martin Zitek
Editor
Passionate with golf, great experience as volunteer on biggest golf tournaments. Greenkeeper working in Europe (Austria, Sweden, Czech Republic).
Ben Hamre - Kebby
Lead Contributor
Ben Hamre-Kebby is a Golf Course Manager, international speaker, and AI enthusiast. Based in Bergen, Norway, Ben currently serves as Golf Course Manager at Fana Golfklubb, where he combines modern agronomy, environmental responsibility, and human-centered leadership to deliver exceptional playing conditions while reducing long-term ecological impact.
With a career rooted in the greenkeeping profession, Ben has worked internationally across multiple countries and continents, dealing with golf course maintenance and operations, tournament set up, resource optimisation, team development, and strategic planning. This practical foundation underpins his ability to translate complex science and operational challenges into clear, actionable insights.
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Would You Like to join?
If you are intrested to join to our editor team. You're passionate in greenkeeping and can write articles about news and trends from turf industry. Contact with founder or click to contact page
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Frank Newberry
An engaging motivational speaker, inspirational presenter and coach. Loves working with people in different sectors. Currently mainly engaged in the golf and turfcare sectors in UK and Europe. Keen to help clients make a real difference in the workplace.
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