Principal | LPGA Class A Teaching Professional
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For more than 25 years, Dr. Greta Anderson has been focused on the study of education and learning processes among learners in the classroom and in the athletic environments. Having earned a Ph.D. in Higher Education Research from The University of Michigan (1999), Dr. Greta serves as an instructor and coach rooted in a skillset focused on learning outcomes, implementing measurable strategies for development, goal setting and furthering the skills needed to attain success.
As one of only a relative handful of African American women to have earned Class A status as a golf teaching professional, Dr. Greta is a proud and active member of the Ladies’ Professional Golf Association (LPGA). She is one of the golf industry’s most passionate advocates for the growth and diversification of golf, particularly among women. Having made the conscious decision to become a change-agent in that regard, Dr. Greta’s commitment to increasing female engagement in the game of golf is reflected in her industry involvement. To that end, the leadership roles she has assumed within the LPGA are significant:
- Technical Lead – LPGA Education Committee
- Instructor & Evaluator – LPGA Global Education Team
- National Instructor – LPGA*USGA Girls Golf Leadership Academy
As a result of Dr. Greta’s experience, knowledge and focus, she is recognized as a thought-leader within industry arenas. From her frequent guest appearances on podcasts and blogs focused on education, mental focus and coaching to serving as a sponsored guest and roundtable speaker at events focused on industry growth, Dr. Greta is committed to formulating and creating positive insights within golf. Other industry leadership roles held by Dr. Greta include:
- Contributor – GOLF.com/Golf Magazine
- Expert Contributor – WomensGolf.com
- Titleist – Diversity Program Ambassador
- Member – National Golf Foundation
- Positive Coaching Alliance – Certified Double-Goal Coach
Dr. Greta’s extensive experience as a business owner and builder has intersected with her involvement with her leadership industry-level golf education in several ways. For example, she served as a National Board Member of the Executive Women’s Golf Association (EWGA) during the merger from which the LPGA Amateur Association (2017-18) emerged. Likewise, Dr. Greta plays an integral role in the most recent edition of the educational materials for the LPGA’s renowned Teacher Education Program. Just recently, she was commissioned by LPGA leadership to serve as a lead author, researcher and to serve as a featured lecturer for several components of written and online materials, including “The Business of Golf” modules.
Through her Atlanta-based instruction practice, Dr. Greta Golf, she provides golf education, instruction, consultation and coaching in a welcoming environment to players of all levels. From clinics to private lessons to custom packages, Dr. Greta focuses on helping every golfer learn and grow, no matter the circumstances. As a global tour operator, the Dr. Greta Golf team also builds and creates unique global golf travel experiences for adventurous travelers looking to explore the world as part of their golf journey. As part of this, Dr. Greta serves as a golf education partner to resorts and travel experts around the world and has hosted teaching programs throughout the Caribbean, Europe, Asia and beyond.
In her spare time, Dr. Greta enjoys participating in weightlifting workouts, reading, traveling, playing golf with good friends and family, and enjoying live music.
Steve Stanley was educated at Wayne State University, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration.
Steve has over 20 years of professional business experience. In 2019 he made the successful transition to the golf industry and combined his passion for the sport with his business acumen. He has also created a TV show called “Golfing Around TV”, which showcases golf courses, training tips, interviews with golf pros and celebrities, and more.
As an advocate for diversity and inclusion, Steve is currently implementing numerous initiatives to ensure that African American golfers have access to the same resources and opportunities as any other golfers. He has helped create and support programs designed to teach the game of golf to interested individuals and underprivileged communities, while also providing mentorship, networking, and career advancement.
