247 entries: "social media"

R&A's Golf for All initiative

What unique insights is PGA’s “Golf for All” program supporting women’s golf based on?

By: 2023. 09. 28.

Recently, two very serious studies have been conducted on what golf clubs and the golf industry should do so that significantly more women choose golf as a sport. It's worth noting that Syngenta conducted a research study with…

Golf Genius_Marketing Toolkit

How can Golf Genius’ new events marketing toolkit make your golf tournament a huge success?

By: 2023. 06. 19.

It is perhaps not an exaggeration to say that Golf Genius' new events marketing toolkit fill a gap in the toolbox of golf tournament organizers. It will teach you, as Golf Genius Tournament Management premium customers, how to…

2023 Ryder Cup Hilton Worldwide Partner

What will Hilton offer as the Worldwide Partner of the 2023 Ryder Cup?

By: 2023. 05. 31.

I am suspicious of this great silence around the 2023 Ryder Cup (from 25 September to 1 October 2023, at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club, just outside Rome.). Does it seem to you too? Are the…

6th hole La Reserva Club

How will the new ranking of the La Reserva Club drive more sales & prices?

By: 2023. 04. 03.

Have you ever tried to find the connections between being highly ranked and golf revenue growth? What I know is that such rankings on the most important golf magazines' lists are good reasons to raise prices. At the…

Madeira IGTM Team 2022

What favors golf tourism in Madeira in 2023?

By: 2023. 03. 27.

This year's tourism trends are very favorable for Madeira's golf clubs. If the local golf clubs take advantage skillfully these trends, they can win a lot. I am thinking of these tourism trends: The demand for change in…

Golf Kitchen food golf clubs

Who will try to spice up Golf Kitchen to make it even more competitive?

By: 2023. 03. 22.

I am not saying anything new when I say that F&B is one of the most important sources of income for golf clubs. It is also worth noting that more cooking experiences are taking place online nowadays. GWI…

Golf Club Bad Ragaz The Leading Golf Courses Switzerland 2023

What did Golf Club Bad Ragaz excel in at the Swiss Golf Awards?

By: 2023. 02. 06.

It is interesting that we hardly talk about Swiss golf clubs, even though it would be worthwhile. Here, for example, is Golf Club Bad Ragaz. Leadincourses.com users ranked it as the 6th best Swiss golf club (8.7/10). Since…

Royal Greens Golf And Country Club Troon International

3 Troon International venues, in 3 countries & 3 different top-tier golf tournaments

By: 2023. 02. 02.

What would you do if you were in charge of promoting 3 known but not so hyped golf courses? This is what Troon International is now experimenting with by staging multiple top-tier events over the coming days. Within…

La Hacienda Links Golf Resort sea shore golf course real estate

What should La Hacienda Links Golf Resort do for a better golf experience?

By: 2023. 01. 25.

Last year I reported that La Hacienda Links Golf Resort was acquired by Millenium Hospitality. The Texas-based golf course architect Kurtis Bowman has redesigned the Links Course. A new contemporary clubhouse, driving range, and practice area have been completed. La Hacienda Links…

Peter Finch OGIO influencer marketing cooperation

How can Peter Finch help OGIO as Golf Brand Ambassador?

By: 2023. 01. 12.

More and more brands understand that they need to move more budget to influencer marketing as a more effective and accessible means of communication with consumers. It can also be a highly effective way to attract and connect…

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…

106th PGAof America Annual Meeting Don Rea Jr.

What do the PGA of America and the golf industry need to succeed?

By: 2022. 11. 24.

After hearing that Don Rea Jr. became the new vice president of the PGA of America, I thought it is a great moment to ask him about his plans, the challenges of the PGA of America, and the…

Joe Simpson Ipswich Golf Club Overall Winner BIGGA Annual Photographic Competition 2022

Which greenkeeper deserves to win the BIGGA Annual Photographic Competition 2022?

By: 2022. 11. 23.

Sometimes I am a little bit envious of the work of greenkeepers. They are able to see so many unique moments on the golf course that we golfers cannot. I see that much better application materials have been…

Golf Genius Golf Shop for PGA Professionals

What should the Golf Genius golf shop product know to be really useful?

By: 2022. 11. 07.

Wunderman Thompson's The Future Shopper Report 2022 found 5 trends that are really relevant to golf shops: Over half of spending is now online. Customers became comfortable with technology and demanding digital products and services. Poor experiences online…

St Andrews Links Trust Swilcan Bridge

Why has St Andrews Links Trust opted for cloud-based ERP software?

By: 2022. 08. 22.

Two years ago, I already mentioned how important digital transformation is for golf clubs in order to maintain competitiveness, enhance employee productivity, and serve guests more efficiently (see also customer experience & personalization). The main motivations of businesses…

Peter Finch The R&A at the 150th Open Championship

What can Peter Finch’s community of 500K+ be good for brands?

By: 2022. 08. 02.

Remember, authentic and organic always win. In the world of micro-influencers, authenticity is the currency. What can brands achieve from cooperating with mega-influencers like Peter Finch (500K followers on YouTube) or Rick Shiels? In a previous article, I…

Amundi Evian Championship trophy

What opportunities does Rolex see in supporting the Amundi Evian Championship?

By: 2022. 07. 21.

The Amundi Evian Championship (21–24 July, Evian Resort Golf Club) is the only Major played in continental Europe. Rolex, a partner of the event for more than 20 years, will once again be the Official Timekeeper. Rolex is…

Bernhard and Company 10 delegates 2022

Why worth participating in Bernhard and Company’s 2023 BIGGA Delegation trip?

By: 2022. 07. 15.

Bernhard and Company has recently announced that the application process is officially open for the 2023 BIGGA Delegation trip. Open to all full BIGGA members, the Bernhard and Company BIGGA Delegation is one of the most highly regarded…

Lyle & Scott x Rick Shiels best

How can Rick Shiels influence Lyle & Scott golf apparel sales?

By: 2022. 07. 08.

We should be careful when we select influencers for our influencer marketing program. One of the biggest mistakes is to mix up popularity with influence. They are not the same. Popularity itself is about being liked and not…

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Checklist for membership & communication personalization features of Club Caddie

By: 2022. 07. 06.

It is clear as noonday, that consumers – among them golfers – are more likely to respond favorably to membership offers and communication messages if the golf club treats them in a personal manner. As competition increases, golf…