Best Practices – PGA Show News

Brian Stubbs: Host a Tournament Based on a Collegiate Football Game

John Pershern: Organize a Ryder Cup-Inspired Event

Edward Katchur: Host an Annual Armed Forces Cup

Matt Lodwick: Distribute Informational Packets to Local Businesses

Sara Muldoon: Divide Your Event Schedule Among Staff Members

Chad Ayres: Collaborate With Vendors to Provide Unforgettable Experiences

Patrick Fillian: Conduct Weekly Staff Meetings

Kevin McKinley: Create A Military Golf League

Stanley Cooke: Roll Out the Red Carpet for Events

Harry Kicklighter: Use a 19th Hole to Your Advantage

Connor Farrell: Host Par-3 Tournaments

Morgan Davies: Recognize Maintenance Staff During Member Events

Adam Headley: Increase Facility Revenue With Outings

Jim Hajek: Provide Groups With a Quality Logoed Item

Stuart Smith: Host Monthly Mug Contests

Robbie Ames: Create a Personal Shopping Experience

John Fields: Offer an Outing Merchandise Program

Mason Spalding: Create Packages as Gifts for Club Events

Chris Stover: Maximize Course Revenue With Corporate Outings

Jim Nittoli: Actively Promote Your Events

Matt Montecucco: Organize a “Play With the PGA Professional” Event

Karl Gross: Partner With a Local Restaurant

Mike Roeder: Be a One-Stop Shop for Events

Gordon Swennes: Conduct a Twos Game With Your League

Melissa Williams: Create Themed Events

Sara Dickson: Prioritize Playing Tournament Golf

Marty DeAngelo: Use Event Cards to Simplify Tee Gifts

Cole Handley: Partner With a Brand to Host a Themed Event

Sheldon Callahan: Provide Added Value in Tournament & Outing Administration

Brian Fennen: Host Customer Appreciation Days

Mike Roeder: Use Member Surveys for the Golf Shop

Kevin Childers: Offer Convenience and Customization

Jordan Tillett: Create a Robust Loyalty Program to Spur Business

Bob Coman: Create a Separate Space for Clubfitting, Repair and Equipment Sales

Bill Pollert: Acknowledge and Thank Your Best Supporters

Stephen Wallace: Run an Active, Ongoing Hole-in-One Jackpot

Sean Palmer: Improve Store Design

Hugh Matthis: Conduct Youth Clubfitting Days

Keith Stewart: Offer a $1,000 Challenge

Dave Bahr: Conduct a Pick-3 Contest During Each Major

Dan Colvin: Invigorate Your Staff

Peter Tavares: Promote Basic Course Etiquette Through Patriotic Promotions

Larry Collins: Be Open to the Unexpected Find

Chris Rowe: Acknowledge the Top 10 Customers

Greg Glover: Sell a Variety of Custom Products

Joe Grohman: Have a Professional Salesman Teach Your Staff

Casey Brozek: Let Trunk Shows Teach You About Your Customers

Clint Avret: Offer Take Advantage of Local Events

John Lindert: Personal Incentives to Buyers

Tony Pancake: Use Relationships With Your Vendors to Create Golf Shop Sales