MANAGEMENT TEAM
Founded by one of the pioneers in the GPS based fleet management industry, DSG Global has extensive experience and intimate operations knowledge in the golf cart fleet management industry.
Robert ''Bob'' Silzer
Chief Executive Officer
DSG Global, Inc.
A successful serial entrepreneur and business strategist, Bob turns technology ideas in high growth industries into profitable businesses. He leads the DSG Global family of brands which design, manufacture and market fleet management and other SAAS products for commercial, agriculture and military/government applications globally.
Bob is propelling the company’s expansion into rapid growth consumer EV sectors with cost-effective electric cars, trucks, vans, buses and scooters for markets across North America, Mexico and the Caribbean.
With roots in the golf industry, Bob founded Vantage Tag Systems in 2008, the DSG subsidiary that specializes in GPS-enabled fleet management with patented analytics, mobile touch screen engagement, electric golf carts and more.
Christian Dubois
President
Imperium Motor Company, Canada
With an automotive career spanning 30 years, Christian has been lucky enough to enjoy this fascinating and always changing industry. He has led 1,000s of employees and 100s of managers by providing them with the road maps to successful careers. Seeing the progress that someone new to the industry can soar to is what he is most proud of.
Zahir Loaiza
Interim Chief Financial Officer
DSG Global
Zahir assumed the role of the company’s interim CFO in March 2021, after having previously served as its Corporate Controller. She oversees the management of cash flow and budgeting, financial reporting and preparation of financial statements, as well as the development and implementation of internal financial controls.
Patrick J. Parenti
SVP Global Sales
Vantage Tag Systems
Patrick’s extensive experience in golf and golf course management started nearly 30 years ago while earning his Class A PGA status.He leads domestic and international sales operations for Vantage Tag Systems. This encompasses worldwide support for distributors as well as course management, fleet security and fleet reporting programs vital to successful multi-course operators.
Clint Singer
Director of Engineering
Vantage Tag Systems
Clint leads the engineering team at the company in addition to serving as system architect and lead developer for the server. His background includes in depth experience in GPS for the golf industry where he has served as a senior developer for 20+ years. Ultimately, GPS technology and products Clint has worked on enable golf courses to better manage their fleets and players, including fleet tracking and security, pace of play and overall player satisfaction and loyalty.
Daniel Price
Technical Operations Manager
DSG Global
Based in Oxford, England, Daniel has worked for the DSG team since the company’s inception. He manages technical operations for the UK, Europe, South Africa as well as support for east coast territories of the U.S. In addition to a background in mechanical and electronic engineering, Daniel is an audio engineer, specializing in automotive audio and security.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Robert ''Bob'' Silzer
Chief Executive Officer
DSG Global, Inc.
A successful serial entrepreneur and business strategist, Bob turns technology ideas in high growth industries into profitable businesses. He leads the DSG Global family of brands which design, manufacture and market fleet management and other SAAS products for commercial, agriculture and military/government applications globally.
James B. Singerling
Former CEO
CMAA
James’ 35-year career brings unparalleled experience in the golf industry – domestically and internationally. His diverse background includes senior leadership positions with the golf-course design and management companies of Robert Trent Jones, Sr. where he collaborated on global construction projects.
Michael Leemhuis
Principal Owner
Leemhuis Consult, LLC
Mike’s 30+ year career spans numerous business aspects of sports and golf with significant accomplishments. While serving as CEO/GM at the Congressional Country Club for 16 years, he propelled the Club to the number one position on the Platinum Clubs of America rankings. Similarly, as president/COO at the Ocean Reef Club, he boosted its position to number two on the Platinum Clubs list.
Carol Cookerly
CEO
Cookerly PR
Carol founded her nationally recognized firm Cookerly Public Relations in 1991. In her role as CEO Carol has directed the launch of a broad range of products as well as high profile brands.The company’s work has won many unsolicited awards including a prestigious five-star award by Forbes as one of America’s top PR agencies. Her team’s work in transportation, financial services, sports, manufacturing and environmental sectors has scored Silver Anvil and Stevie Awards nationally.
Stephen Johnston
Founding Partner
GGA Partners
Stephen combines comprehensive Big-Four accounting experience with entrepreneurial success during his 35+ year career.Stephen served as a public company audit partner for KPMG for 20+ years and developed the firm’s golf practice, which he purchased in 2007. He founded Global Golf Advisors, which became the largest consulting practice in the business of golf, encompassing more than 3,000 clubs and courses internationally (renamed GGA Partners in 2020).