Our team

Allan Wainwright is the Sales Manager for the UK and Ireland Landscape & Industrial sectors at ICL. Previously, Allan managed UK & Ireland Sales for the commercial division at Hozelock, where he improved sales in the lawn, landscape, and industrial sectors. He also spent time at Vitax, gaining important market insights and customer engagement skills.

Andrew began his career as a greenkeeper, earning the Toro Student Greenkeeper of the Year award in 2002. He studied at the University of Massachusetts before taking on various greenkeeping roles, including Deputy Course Manager at The Wildernesse Club and Deputy Superintendent at The Hertfordshire. He spent six years as Head Greenkeeper at Frinton Golf Club, then moved to Chelmsford Golf Club as Course Manager, a position he held for seven years. In addition to his golf course management roles, Andrew has volunteered as a groundsman at West Ham Utd FC for many years.

Colman is the Country Manager for Ireland. With over twenty years of experience in the horticulture industry, Colman brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his role. He began his education at Multyfarnham Horticulture College in Co Westmeath, then continued his studies at the National Botanic Gardens in Dublin, where he earned a higher diploma in Horticulture. During his education, Colman gained practical experience through work placements at golf courses and garden nurseries. Following his qualification, he managed several garden centres, further honing his skills and expertise in the industry.

Ed is Business Manager for ICL and has been with the company for almost 20 years. Before joining ICL Ed began his career as Northern Area Sales Manager at Alpha Amenity.

Emma joined ICL in 2013. She holds a degree in Land Management and Technology, as well as an HND in Agriculture. Before joining ICL, Emma worked in product development at Wolf-Garten and spent seven years with ICL distributor Amenity Land Services (ALS), where she honed her skills and knowledge in the industry.

Fergal's extensive skillset was honed while working on various major golf courses in the US through the prestigious Ohio State Program. He also holds a Bachelor of Agricultural Science in Horticulture, Landscape, and Sports Turf Management, along with a Certificate in Teaching. Before joining ICL, Fergal served as a horticulture lecturer at the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) in Antrim, Northern Ireland.

Henry has been in the turf industry for over 25 years. He originally trained as an agricultural agronomist but then joined the turfgrass industry as a trainee agronomist in the early 90’s. Henry has spent roughly half his career engaged in independent consultancy and the other half on the commercial side of the industry. Over the years Henry has built a reputation as being an enthusiastic and entertaining presenter who has always been very progressive in his views.

Lewis Blois is the Business Development Manager for the Landscape & Industrial sectors in the UK & Ireland at ICL. He brings over 15 years of experience in the amenity sector. Previously, Lewis managed key accounts at Bayer Environmental Science, where he played a crucial role in launching and managing brands like Roundup, Ecoplug Max, and Valdor Flex/Lockstar. He also worked at Barenbrug as the Technical and Product Manager for their Amenity business. At ICL, Lewis focuses on driving growth and ensuring the company remains the top choice for customers through effective business development and strategic management.

Liam Hargreaves brings extensive experience in scientific research and product development for the sports turf industry. Holding a BSc (Hons) in Environmental Science from the University of Hull, he is BASIS and FACTS registered, demonstrating his commitment to evidence-based turf management solutions. In his role as Research and Development Officer at ICL, Liam works closely with the technical team to advance ICL’s Turf & Landscape product portfolio. His focus is on delivering high-performance, science-led solutions that support turf managers in achieving optimal results through innovation and sustainability.

With twelve years of experience as a greenkeeper at notable clubs and a BSc in Sports Turf Science and Management from Myerscough College, Liam brings valuable expertise to his role. His practical experience and technical education enable him to provide excellent service to turf managers and distributor partners. Liam is passionate about ICL products and committed to supporting his clients' needs.

With a strong background in turf and landscape management, Martyn brings valuable experience to his role. Starting his career in greenkeeping at his local golf club, Martyn completed a foundation degree in Sportsturf Management at Myerscough College. He participated in the Ohio State Programme, working on a Jack Nicklaus course construction and grow-in in Texas. Martyn then became Grounds Manager for a 400-acre landscape construction project in Henley on Thames. Before joining ICL, he worked as a Technical Area Sales Manager at Maxwell Amenity (later Agrovista Amenity), building an impressive client portfolio.

With almost 10 years of experience as a Head Groundsman in professional sport, Phil joined ICL in 2015. Phil holds both BASIS and FACTS advisor qualifications and has advanced to become an examiner for BASIS. His deep passion for the industry and progressive approach to turf management advice make him a highly valued member of the ICL team.

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.

Rob earned a National Diploma at Myerscough College and volunteered at the Scottish Open at Loch Lomond Golf Course. He then became Deputy Head Greenkeeper at Leigh Golf Club. After a successful trial at Royal Melbourne Golf Club, Rob gained further experience at Manly Golf Club and Royal Sydney Golf Club in Australia. Upon returning to the UK, he was promoted to Head Greenkeeper at Leigh Golf Club at 25.

Ryan Beck brings extensive experience and expertise from several years in the turf industry. Previously, Ryan worked as a greenkeeper at Broomieknowe Golf Club and The Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers (Muirfield). He advanced to the position of Head Greenkeeper at Melville Golf Club. Later, he transitioned to the trade side of the industry with roles at Fleet Line Markers and Aitkens.

Simon Barnaby brings over 25 years of experience and expertise in the sports turf industry. Simon began his career as an Agronomist for STRI before moving into technical roles with Syngenta and Scotts as Technical Manager. He later broadened his experience through global turf consultancy projects, delivering innovative solutions for prestigious clients and high-profile events across Europe.

Before joining ICL, Thomas built an impressive career in greenkeeping, starting with an apprenticeship at South Moor Golf Club. He quickly advanced to Deputy Head Greenkeeper at Boldon Golf Club, where his focus on sustainability and innovation stood out. As Course Manager at Ravensworth Golf Club, he enhanced the course’s environmental credentials. Thomas was selected as an ICL Scholar at BTME in 2020, In his spare time, he enjoys kayaking, hiking, and golf, with a 5.1 handicap.