Golf consultancy KPMG has confirmed that Ryder Cup captain Colin Montgomerie will give the keynote address at this year’s Golf Business Forum, which takes place in Dubai from 17-19 April.

The two-and-a-half day conference will be hosted by CNN’s Don Riddell. It is to be staged at the Park Hyatt Dubai.

Andrea Sartori, head of KPMG’s specialist Golf Advisory Practice in EMA, said: “Colin Montgomerie is not only a world-class golfer but a frequent and articulate speaker on golf industry issues. We feel sure his knowledge will add an extra dimension to the forum and his insights into how he motivated the Ryder Cup team to success will provide valuable lessons our delegates can replicate in their own businesses.”

The conference will also feature presentations from economist and author Graeme Maxton and George O’Grady, the PGA European Tour’s chief executive.