Ed Hodge McIpr

Ed Hodge MCIPR is a seasoned communications professional with over 20 years of experience, currently serving as the Communications Manager at The R&A since January 2022. Key responsibilities include developing proactive communications for major R&A campaigns and events, and previously held the title of Editorial Manager, focusing on the corporate communications strategy. Ed Hodge runs a successful freelance consultancy, Ed Hodge PR, which has included collaborations with various organizations in the sport, health, and tourism sectors. Prior roles span management positions at Scottish Golf, freelance sports writing, and the authorship of four books on golf. Ed Hodge holds a Master of Arts in Modern History from the University of St Andrews.