, September 29, 2025
News Summary
Troon has promoted David Plevin to Corporate Senior Director of Food and Beverage for the Southeast region. Based in Bradenton, Florida, his role will focus on enhancing food and beverage services across Troon’s golf properties in the Southeast, aiming to elevate the hospitality experience for golfers and club members. Plevin, who joined Troon in 2023, brings over a decade of industry experience from both golf and mainstream restaurant operations. This strategic personnel move highlights Troon’s commitment to growth and quality in the golf and hospitality sectors.
Scottsdale, Arizona — Big shuffle in the clubhouse as Troon names a new Food & Beverage boss for the Southeast
Golf fans, take notice: there’s a fresh face steering the food and drink scene across some of the South’s favorite golf properties. Troon has promoted David Plevin to Corporate Senior Director of Food and Beverage, Southeast, a move that lands squarely in the company’s playbook for growth and hospitality muscle-building.
Who just moved up the leaderboard?
This promotion is part of Troon’s ongoing growth in the golf and hospitality sectors. David Plevin steps into the role after joining Troon in 2023 as a director of food and beverage. He is now the Corporate Senior Director of Food and Beverage for the Southeast region and will be working out of Plevin is headquartered at Troon’s Bradenton, Florida office. The appointment brings a mix of club-level grit and wider restaurant-industry know-how to Troon’s growing Food & Beverage footprint.
Why this matters to golfers and club members
Troon’s Food and Beverage Division manages over 600 operations globally at various golf resorts and clubs, so the person in this role influences menus, service standards, event execution, and the little touches that turn a round of golf into a full hospitality experience. With Troon continuing to invest in and reward its workforce, this hire reinforces the company’s push to keep food and beverage performance sharp and innovative across its network.
What Plevin brings to the course
Plevin brings more than a decade of industry experience to the job. He has over 10 years of experience in the food and beverage industry and previously served as general manager of Eagle Harbor Golf Club in Fleming Island, Florida. Before carving out a path in golf hospitality, Plevin worked in recognizable restaurant names including Cheesecake Factory, Longhorn Steakhouse, and Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen, giving him broad operational chops and menu savvy.
A strong focus for Plevin will be developing team members and nurturing leadership skills within his teams. That emphasis on people and growth aligns with Troon’s larger strategy to elevate service and culinary creativity without losing the clubhouse soul that regulars expect.
Where this fits at Troon
Troon is the world’s largest golf and hospitality management company and services more than 940 locations across 45 states and more than 40 countries. The company oversees operations for more than 575 18-hole equivalent golf courses and supports a wide portfolio beyond everyday club operations. Troon’s family of brands includes Troon Golf, Troon Privé, Troon International, Indigo Sports, CADDIEMASTER, and more.
Additional specialties include homeowner association management, private residence clubs, and estate management, so the role of a senior director often touches many corners of hospitality and property service. Troon Executive Vice President of Food & Beverage, Ed Doyle, praises Plevin’s experience and passion for hospitality — a thumbs-up from leadership as Troon bets on consistency and creativity across its clubs and resorts.
What to watch next
Expect to see Troon push for sharper F&B programming across its southeastern properties, with new menu ideas, service training, and guest-focused events that try to turn a clubhouse meal into a highlight of the day. For members and visiting players, that means more attention to seasonal offerings, beverage programs, and clubhouse activations that pair with the golf experience.
From club-level GM experience at Eagle Harbor to mainstream restaurant operations and now a regional corporate post, Plevin’s path is a classic example of hospitality meets golf — the kind of profile Troon is rewarding as it scales and refines its service model.
Bottom line
This is a strategic personnel move in a strategic company. The promotion is part of Troon’s ongoing growth in the golf and hospitality sectors and sets a tone for how the company intends to lift its food and beverage operations across the Southeast. Golfers who care about their clubhouse experience should keep an eye on menus and events in the months ahead — changes might arrive at the next post-round meal.
FAQ
Q: Where is David Plevin based in his new role?
A: Plevin is headquartered at Troon’s Bradenton, Florida office.
Q: What is David Plevin’s new job title?
A: David Plevin is appointed as the Corporate Senior Director of Food and Beverage for the Southeast region.
Q: When did David Plevin join Troon?
A: He joined Troon in 2023 as a director of food and beverage.
Q: How extensive is Troon’s Food & Beverage operation?
A: Troon’s Food and Beverage Division manages over 600 operations globally at various golf resorts and clubs.
Q: How large is Troon’s overall footprint?
A: Troon services more than 940 locations across 45 states and more than 40 countries.
Q: What does Troon say about Plevin’s fit for the role?
A: Troon Executive Vice President of Food & Beverage, Ed Doyle, praises Plevin’s experience and passion for hospitality.
Q: Why was this promotion made?
A: The promotion is part of Troon’s ongoing growth in the golf and hospitality sectors.
Quick Facts Table
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| New Role | Corporate Senior Director of Food and Beverage, Southeast |
| Location (Corporate HQ) | Scottsdale, Arizona |
| Plevin’s Office | Plevin is headquartered at Troon’s Bradenton, Florida office. |
| Joined Troon | He joined Troon in 2023 as a director of food and beverage. |
| Experience | Over 10 years in the food and beverage industry; prior roles at Cheesecake Factory, Longhorn Steakhouse, Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen, and Eagle Harbor Golf Club |
| Division Reach | Troon’s Food and Beverage Division manages over 600 operations globally at various golf resorts and clubs |
| Company Footprint | Troon services more than 940 locations across 45 states and more than 40 countries; oversees more than 575 18-hole equivalent golf courses |
| Company Brands | Troon Golf; Troon Privé; Troon International; Indigo Sports; CADDIEMASTER; and more |
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