IMG and Hann Reserve have expanded their strategic partnership to accelerate the Philippine luxury golf resort’s growth, with IMG providing enhanced guest experience programs, operational support, international marketing and access to its global golf, travel and hospitality network. The deal comes as Hann Reserve builds out three 18-hole championship courses (including Dragon’s Landing and upcoming designs by K.J. Choi and Faldo Design) and will join the IMG Prestige Network to boost awareness among affluent travelers and golf enthusiasts.
IMG and Hann Reserve Expand Strategic Partnership to Elevate Luxury Golf Resort & Lifestyle Experience events 24.09.2026 IMG and Hann Reserve have announced an expanded strategic partnership, building on a successful collaboration that began during the resort’s pre-opening phase and has helped establish Hann Reserve as one of Asia’s most exciting new luxury golf destinations. The strengthened relationship reflects a shared commitment to positioning Hann Reserve among the world’s leading golf and lifestyle resorts. As the exclusive development partner of the PGA of America in the Philippines, Hann Reserve is advancing its vision of creating a world-class destination that combines exceptional golf, hospitality and real estate. Through the expanded partnership, IMG will support the next phase of Hann Reserve’s growth through enhanced guest experiences, service excellence, international marketing and access to its global network across golf, travel and hospitality. Momentum continues to build at the resort following the opening of Dragon’s Landing by Nicklaus Design, which has already earned rave reviews from golfers and industry observers alike. Development is set to continue with Six Moons, a new course designed by major champion K.J. Choi, scheduled to open in late 2026, followed by Caverns Deep by Faldo Design. Together, the three 18-hole championship golf courses will form one of Asia’s most compelling golf resort offerings, further reinforcing Hann Reserve’s position as a landmark golf destination. “From the earliest stages of the project, we have worked closely with the Hann Reserve team to help bring their vision to life,” said Russell Hannah, Vice President, IMG Golf Course Services. “We are delighted to extend our relationship and support the resort’s continued growth through world-class guest experience programmes, strategic marketing support, and access to IMG’s extensive global network across golf and luxury travel. Hann Reserve is a truly special project, and we look forward to helping it realise its full potential on the international stage.” In addition to supporting operational excellence and guest experience delivery, Hann Reserve will leverage IMG’s global marketing, media and travel networks to strengthen awareness among affluent travelers, golf enthusiasts and key international travel partners. These efforts will support the resort’s growth and further establish Hann Reserve as one of Asia’s leading destinations for luxury golf travel, driving awareness of the destination’s unique blend of championship golf, luxury hospitality and premium residential living. As part of the partnership, Hann Reserve will join the IMG Prestige Network, an exclusive collection of some of the world’s most respected golf clubs and destinations. Membership will create opportunities for collaboration, reciprocal guest benefits and shared best practices, while providing Hann Reserve members with preferred access and exclusive privileges across the network. Dae Sik Han, Chairman and CEO, Hann Resorts, said “We believe greatness should not be measured by what we build alone, but by what we create for people to experience. Hann Reserve brings together golf, nature, hospitality and lifestyle in one destination, and our partnership with IMG will help us take that experience to a global audience. Together, we are shaping an experience that is bold in its ambition, authentic to its setting and built to stand among the world’s finest.” Related news events 24.08.2026 Abu Dhabi to Host First-Ever Euroleague Basketball SuperCup events 06.02.2026 SCHLOSS Roxburghe celebrates record results under 1st year of IMG Management events 11.04.2024 Fanatics Events announces Inaugural Fanatics Fest NYC: A three-day summer festival supersizing sports, culture and collector fandom events 09.04.2024 IMG to support hospitality sales for Fulham FC’s iconic riverside stand
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IMG: IMG is a global sports, events and talent management company providing marketing, media and operational services and is expanding its strategic partnership to support Hann Reserve's next phase of growth with guest experience programmes, strategic marketing support and access to its global network across golf and luxury travel.
Hann Reserve: Hann Reserve is a luxury golf resort and lifestyle destination in the Philippines advancing a vision that combines championship golf, hospitality and premium residential living while partnering with IMG to elevate guest experiences and international marketing.
PGA of America: PGA of America is golf's largest working professional organization and is represented in the Philippines by an exclusive development partner relationship with Hann Reserve.
Nicklaus Design: Nicklaus Design is a golf course design firm headed by the Nicklaus organization and designed Dragon’s Landing, a course at Hann Reserve that has already opened and received rave reviews.
K.J. Choi: K.J. Choi is a major champion and golf course designer credited with designing the Six Moons course at Hann Reserve, scheduled to open in late 2026.
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