Seven members, past and present, of the GMA NextGen group have been awarded their Pioneer Marks as part of our ‘Pioneer Legacy’ initiative at the GMA Industry Awards.
The Pioneer Legacy is a recognition scheme dedicated to celebrating the contributions of those who have been part of GMA NextGen, acknowledging their impact on the profession.
Central to this initiative is the Pioneer Mark - a distinctive legacy number assigned to each NextGen member, reflecting their role in shaping the future of the industry.
The following individuals received their Pioneer Marks at the GMA Industry Awards:
- Nick Phillips (#007) - Head of Grounds & Landscaping at Tottenham Hotspur
- Liam Cash (#011) - Head Groundsman at Stockport County FC
- Tom Grafen (#012) - UK Area Manager at SGL
- Liddy Ford (#032) - Groundsperson at Wembley Stadium
- Beth Gibbs (#033) - Groundsperson at Wellington School
- Jack Langley (#034) - Deputy Head Groundsperson at Ashton Gate Stadium
- Meg Lay (#035) - Groundsperson at Lord’s Cricket Ground
This initiative not only celebrates individual achievements but also ensures that the contributions of these young professionals are remembered and honoured for years to come.
Jennifer Carter, Director of Communications & Marketing at the GMA said: “The Pioneer Legacy is about recognising the impact of the next generation of grounds professionals. We’re incredibly proud to celebrate their achievements and what better stage to do it on than at Anfield Stadium.
"All you need to do is look at how far these members have come and the incredible careers they’ve built in the industry. GMA NextGen has been a great springboard for them, and the Pioneer Legacy is our way of recognising that journey.”
For more information on GMA NextGen and the Pioneer Legacy, visit thegma.org.uk/who/ambassadors.
