Hoffman Estates, IL. Todd Ricard has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of Natural Golf. Mr. Ricard brings over seven years golf industry experience to the position. Mr. Ricard has been affiliated with Natural Golf since 2000 and served as Director of Sales and Marketing from 2004-2007. In his new role, he is charged with optimizing business operations and executing Natural Golf’s strategic growth including customer acquisition, product development, and infrastructure.
With the addition of Mr. Ricard to the management team, Natural Golf will continue to dedicate itself to growing the game of golf by repositioning the single plane swing that they are known for as the #1 branded swing in golf.
Peter Lineal, CEO of Natural Golf, is confident in Mr. Ricard’s appointment. Says Lineal, “Todd brings a wealth of industry experience to Natural golf. His drive, determination and knowledge of Natural Golf are a tremendous asset to our management team and he will play an integral role in the future growth of the company.”
About Natural Golf
Natural Golf has gained international recognition as an advocate for an uncomplicated golf swing based on the theory of moving the club on a single-plane; a method* demonstrated formidably by Canadian golf legend Moe Norman. The Natural Golf Swing begins with a distinctive hold on the club that naturally aligns the club shaft “on plane” with the arms. This single-plane relationship between the shaft and arms simplifies the dynamics of consistent ball striking leading to more enjoyment faster for all levels of golfers as they play the game. This straightforward swing method provides a foundation for demystifying what has become for many a confusing world of golf instruction.
Based in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, Natural Golf currently teaches the Natural Golf Swing through its certified instructors at more than 200 locations around the world. Natural Golf produces instructional materials, such as books and videos, and also manufactures a quality line of golf equipment providing a custom fit option for advocates of the Natural Golf method.
As of January 2008, Natural Golf has generously underwritten the Moe Norman Golf Academy** whose mission is to promote and grow the game of golf by espousing the fundamental principles of the Single Plane Golf Swing as demonstrated by Canadian Golf Hall of Fame Member Moe Norman. In addition to development funding, Natural Golf has donated hundreds of hours of free downloadable instruction to support the mission of increasing the exposure to the easiest swing in golf.
Growing the game of golf by delivering significant improvement to golfers on all levels is Natural Golf’s continuing vision. Tips, instruction, and information on schools and custom fitted equipment are all available at www.naturalgolf.com .
* http://www.naturalgolf.com/Method.aspx **http://www.moenormangolfacademy.org
Contact:
Lori Gertz, VP Chief Marketing Officer
Phone: 847-321-4101
Email: lgertz@naturalgolf.com
