Philip has a wealth of experience in sports turf management and project execution. Holding an MSc in Horticulture (Sports Turf Management) from the University of Reading and a BSc Honours in Turfgrass Science and Golf Course Management from the University of Central Lancashire,His extensive experience includes leading sports turf projects in Doha, Qatar, where he served as Senior Sports Turf Manager and Project Manager. During his time in Qatar, Philip successfully managed the construction and maintenance of several World Cup stadiums and training facilities before, during, and after the FIFA World Cup 2022. His other roles in the Middle East include Project Manager and Group Training Manager at Desert Group LLC in Dubai.In the UK, Philip specialised in Golf Greenkeeping, holding various sports turf roles and serving as a senior lecturer and programme manager at Merrist Wood College for over 11 years. He was responsible for training and educating sports turf students at Levels 2 to 4.