100 entries: sponsorship

Solheim Cup x Skyscanner sponsorship

What makes Solheim Cup sponsorship so useful for Skyscanner?

By: 2024. 04. 24.

Skyscanner's multi-year sponsorship agreement with the Solheim Cup is just one of many sponsorship agreements. However, examining it closely can help us better understand Skyscanner's interests and motivations. It's worth noting that Skyscanner has recently signed its first-ever…

Jörn Plinke Head of BMW Golfsport Marketing and Partnerships

What opportunities does BMW see in golf sponsorship?

By: 2023. 03. 06.

WPP says "2023 promises to be a highly competitive environment for brands and rights-holders looking to get ahead in the sports industry". I also see the sports broadcasting landscape has changed significantly in 2022. Streaming became a very important…

BMW Group DP World Tour sponsorship deal 2023 car and trophy

How will BMW Group take advantage of the DP World Tour sponsorship?

By: 2022. 12. 13.

Before I go into the details of the extended partnership - until 2027 - between the BMW Group and the DP World Tour, it's worth a look at the state of the global sports sponsorship. Brand sponsorships in…

Race to Dubai European Tour Martin Kaymer Rolex

Race to Dubai Rankings Presented by Rolex vs sports sponsorship trends

By: 2020. 12. 11.

I see the coronavirus has triggered changes in sports sponsorship as well. The organizers of the Race to Dubai (of course other golf tournaments too), but also its sponsors like Rolex have to face and embrace the changes…

Evian Championship with Rolex as the main sponsor

What are the interests of Rolex in the Evian Championship sponsorship?

By: 2019. 07. 25.

I hope you will follow the 25th Evian Championship (25-29 July 2019) that kicks off today. Its overall prize is now $4,100,000. While we are cheering for our favorite female tour player (e.g. Lydia Ko), we should also…

Webb Simpson Burns & Wilcox sponsorship

How could the Burns & Wilcox sponsorship deliver results?

By: 2017. 07. 20.

While Webb Simpson can be happy for the Burns & Wilcox sponsorship deal, I would suggest them rethink and revise how to maximize this sponsorship and cooperation. Marketers like Burns & Wilcox should move beyond putting their logo the…

How Minjee Lee gained an ECCO Golf sponsorship?

By: 2016. 01. 21.

The Australian LPGA Tour player Minjee Lee had just finished her rookie year in December 2015. However, it was not an obstacle to gain a new sponsor, the ECCO Golf. She turned professional in 2014. At the age of 17,…

HSBC extended its commitment to golf sponsorship by 5 years

By: 2015. 11. 04.

HSBC's announcement about the renewal of their global golf sponsorship portfolio (World Golf Championships-HSBC Champions, the HSBC Women’s Champions and the Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship) brought a great relief. In the summer was announced that HSBC will…

ANA Airways gets involved in LPGA sponsorship in 2015

By: 2015. 04. 04.

For many years Dina Shore and Kraft Nabisco was the title sponsor of the LPGA Championship. This year ANA (=All Nippon Airways) will be for the first time the title sponsor of the LPGA's first major, which features…

Ping’s sponsorship challenges with Michael Phelps

By: 2013. 02. 04.

Last week I came across with the news the Ping signed a sponsorship deal with the olympian swimmer superstar Michael Phelps. John Solheim, Ping's chairman and chief executive officer expressed his hopes that "his global presence as a…

Changes in De Vere Group’s sponsorship strategy

By: 2012. 12. 20.

Recently I heard that Katherine Grainger (she was selected as one of the 5 athlete ambassadors for promoting the key messages of Team GB - the 2012 Olympic Team; 6 times world champion) and Gavin Hastings are partnering…

Tiger Woods annual 100 million USD sponsorship income in danger

By: 2009. 12. 12.

As Tiger Woods' private life gets more publicity, companies are reevaluating their cooperation with the golf player. A successful sportsman is always a good tool for companies to communicate their values by sponsoring sportsmen. Tiger Woods is also…

Golf sponsorship budgets are in danger

By: 2009. 09. 07.

As a groundswell, the collapse of the American automotive and financial sector arrived to the golf industry by significant cuts in golf sponsorship budgets. The sponsorships shrunk by 3.7% according to IEG LLC.  As one of the major…

Carnoustie Golf Links Glencadam partnership private dining experience

Who Benefits More From The Partnership: Carnoustie Golf Links Or Glencadam?

By: 2024. 08. 01.

At the 2023 Scotch Whisky Masters, I found an unknown whiskey brand, the Glencadam. I must say, it excelled in four categories. The 10, 15, and 21-year-old Glencadam whiskies seem to me bright and light. Glencadam Single Malt…

Adidas Sky Sports Golf sponsorship 2024

Why is it valuable for Adidas to be the official apparel partner of Sky Sports Golf?

By: 2024. 07. 15.

In 2023, Sky Sports Golf experienced remarkable success in viewership, breaking numerous records and significantly increasing viewership among individuals under 35. Here are some exciting statistics that undeniably prove I am not just talking to the wind: The…

J. Lindeberg DP World Tour sponsorship 2024

Why does J. Lindeberg prefer to sponsor the DP World Tour?

By: 2024. 07. 04.

Can we say that despite the noise around LIV Golf, the tournament struggles to attract interest and sponsors? To what extent does the style of LIV Golf appeal to golf enthusiasts? Is it perceived as attractive or unappealing…

Glen Moray sponsoring the Senior Open

Will Glen Moray benefit from sponsoring the Senior Open?

By: 2024. 05. 30.

Over the years, I've discovered that single malt, scotch, and smoky whiskeys are the most enjoyable. Which one is your favorite? The tale of Glen Moray is reminiscent of a Scottish folk story. It tells of three brothers,…

The Open NetJets official private jet provider 2024

NetJets: raising the bar as the new Official Private Jet Provider for The Open!

By: 2024. 05. 03.

Did you know that NetJets has teamed up with the R&A to become the official private jet provider for The Open? The multiyear agreement allows NetJets to extend invitations to the prestigious event to their Owners – the…

Porsche Hole in One competition

What motivates Porsche to be really involved in golf?

By: 2024. 04. 17.

Over the past six years, I have been reporting to you more frequently about Porsche's golf sponsorship activities. Porsche appears to have realized that golf is a popular sport and leisure activity among its customers. Perhaps they have…

2023 Porsche European Open fans

Will Porsche continue supporting the DP World Tour’s European Open?

By: 2024. 03. 28.

There were rumblings during the previous year that Porsche may withdraw its European Open golf tournament sponsorship. However, the DP World Tour successfully negotiated an agreement with Porsche, allowing the tournament to continue as the Porsche European Open.…