GOLF – THE DP World Tour have announced the appointments of Katherine Palethorpe and Freddie Schmeisser as new Middle East managing directors to lead commercial partnerships and tournaments, respectively, from April 6.
This reflects the continued growth and strategic importance of the region within the DP World Tour’s international portfolio.
The dual-leadership model strengthens dedicated focus across tournament delivery and commercial development, ensuring operational excellence and sustained partnership growth.
Palethorpe will lead partnership strategy across the Middle East, focusing on long-term relationships, commercial innovation and sustainable growth. Schmeisser will oversee tournament and operational execution across the region, working closely with host venues, partners and stakeholders to deliver world-class events.
The transition follows Tom Phillips’s appointment as Ladies European Tour CEO, announced in early January and also effective April 6.
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