[citation needed] Since his appointment as Vice Chairman of Mission Hills Group, Tenniel has played a role in international tournament bids as well as attracting golf’s biggest stars to Mission Hills, beginning with Tiger Woods’ first visit to China in 2001[1] – and again in 2011 – followed by the Dynasty Cup in 2003 and the Goodwill Trophy in 2005.

[3] In 2014, the club staged 43 junior tournaments, including signature annual events hosted by Jack Nicklaus, Sir Nick Faldo and Annika Sörenstam.

In addition, he is founding Chairman of the China Chapter of the International Association of Golf Tour Operators,[5] and the first Chinese national to be admitted as a member of the R&A.

The company is expanding facilities to include hotel brands,[10] major tourist attractions,[11] retail developments,[12] entertainment districts,[13] office space and residential accommodation.

[15] Due to his contribution to the sports of China, Tenniel has been a torch-bearer for both Beijing 2008 Olympics and Shenzhen 2011 Universiade.