Frank Docherty joins online golf holiday firm GolfKings

Former Digital Trip business development director Frank Docherty has joined Glasgow-based golf holiday firm GolfKings.

Former Digital Trip business development director Frank Docherty has joined Glasgow-based golf holiday firm GolfKings.

He has become business development manager for the company, which is part of Minoan Group-owned John Semple Travel.

Docherty’s previous roles include sales director of Traveltek and national account manager for Stena Line.

Doherty said: “GolfKings is perfectly placed to help travel agents grow their share of the lucrative golf market by working in a collaborative way.

“For instance, some agents may do flights and accommodation but want to work with us on the provision of tee times and through our extensive network of connections we are in a position to guarantee the best available slots.”

Semple said: “He has an outstanding track record, proven over the years and has a superb reputation in the trade.”