PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. (May 22, 2006) – Cutter & Buck, an upscale golf-inspired sportswear and outerwear brand, has announced a seven-year event merchandising agreement with The PGA of America, extending a relationship which began in 1999.
In addition to providing upscale fixtures for PGA tournament merchandise tents, Cutter & Buck will design and manufacture custom garments for all PGA event volunteers including bottoms, shirts and outerwear. Under the agreement, Cutter & Buck receives "lead vendor" status for The PGA of America’s apparel needs.
"The PGA of America values its partnership with Cutter & Buck, a company that is committed to developing quality garments and paying excellent attention to detail to elevate the PGA Championship experience," said PGA of America President Roger Warren. "It is a given in our industry that Cutter & Buck is a cut above in event merchandise."
Under the new agreement, Cutter & Buck will provide apparel to PGA event volunteers at seven PGA Championships, seven Senior PGA Championships and two Ryder Cups throughout the next seven years. Cutter & Buck also will continue to provide top of the line fixtures for event merchandising facilities at PGA events, enhancing the retail experience for the championship attendee.
"We are very proud to be a lead partner with this time-honored organization," said Ernest Johnson, Cutter & Buck’s chief executive officer. "It’s a privilege to be part of this partnership as we value The PGA of America’s unwavering commitment to advancing excellence in the game of golf."
About Cutter & Buck
The company designs and markets upscale sportswear and outerwear under the Cutter & Buck brand. All Cutter & Buck products feature distinctive, comfortable designs, high quality materials and rich detailing The company sells its products through golf pro shops and resorts, specialty retail shops, corporate sales, catalog and online at cutterbuck.com.
About the PGA of America
Celebrating its 90th anniversary, The PGA of America was founded in 1916, and is a not-for-profit organization that promotes the game of golf while continuing to enhance the standards of the profession. The Association is comprised of more than 28,000 men and women PGA Professionals who are dedicated to growing participation in the game of golf.
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