Pages within Resources Current ChallengesResearch & InformationBuyers GuideToolsRegional ResourcesCentral PlainsSouthwestSoutheastSouth CentralNorthwestNortheastMid-AtlanticGreat LakesFloridaChapter ResourcesChapter DirectoryAnnual Reporting RequirementsChapter Outreach Grant ProgramBest Management Practices Grant ProgramEventsChapter Leaders/Executives SymposiumChapter Board ResourcesSpeakers BureauManaging Your ChapterModel BylawsRequirements for New ChaptersChapter EM ToolkitValue of Competency-Based Education for EMsChapter Education for EMs BMPsPoints for Chapter EM EducationSpeakers Bureau for EM educationEM Series WebinarsChapter and member logosAdvocacy ToolkitEvent Codes and PointsChapter Outreach Resources Great Lakes Shane Conroy Great Lakes regional representative A former assistant golf course superintendent, Shane joined the GCSAA staff in 2015. He resides in Chicago, Ill. Tel: 800.472.7878, ext. 3635 Field staff report GOLF'S VOICE IS HEARD IN LANSING by Shane Conroy | Jun 17, 2024 Michigan Legislative Golf Day celebrated its 16th year on a beautiful summer day as golf industry professionals gathered outside the Capitol Building in Lansing to connect with state legislators, officials and staff members. Full story WHERE DID YOU START? by Shane Conroy | May 29, 2024 You have the power to change someone’s life. By adding some responsibility or encouraging additional accountability, there’s no telling where it might lead someone. There may not be the next great superintendent, or assistant or equipment manager on your crew, but if you don’t allow them to take this job to the next level, how will you know? Full story FIRST GREEN MONTH OFF TO A FAST START by Shane Conroy | May 02, 2024 First Green month is living up to its billing in the Great Lakes region with four field trips taking place within the span of a week. Full story Upcoming events Upcoming events in the region. This is not necessarily a comprehensive list. If you have an addition to make, please reach out. SIGCSA April Meeting Dates: 17 Apr, 2018 The Orchards Golf Club - Belleville, IL Visit Great Lakes forums Visit the Forums » This region includes Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin.