Presented in partnership with the PGA of America and hosted by Callaway Golf
Building on the success of two “Women Who Want to Work in Golf” events in its inaugural year FORE HIRE announced today that it has solidified dates for its 2024 program, which was created for former and current college golfers who are interested in pursuing a career in the golf industry.
The program provides a unique opportunity for education, professional development, career advancement and connection to potential employers. It is also designed to increase awareness of the availability of talented women looking to enter the golf business.
“Women Who Want to Work in Golf” sessions are May 19-21, 2024, and will be held in conjunction with the NCAA Division I Women’s Golf Championship in Carlsbad, California. The program is presented in partnership with PGA of America Career Services and is hosted by Callaway Golf. It has been created in collaboration with the Women’s Golf Coaches Association.
“Callaway is honored to host FORE HIRE’s upcoming ‘Women Who Want to Work in Golf’ event. Together, we’re driving excellence and empowerment by creating a game-changing experience for all participants,” said Laura Lewis, Senior Director of America Sales-East and Chair of the company’s Employee Resource Group, TCB Women with Drive.
Participants will engage in various activities, including a tour of Callaway Golf headquarters, plus insightful seminars, networking sessions, and workshops to prepare them for the next steps in their career. Participants will also learn about the career opportunities across the industry.
To be eligible, applicants must have played women’s college golf at any level during their college career and must be seeking full-time employment or an internship in the next 12 months. Women of all ages are encouraged to apply. Those selected will be awarded a stipend for travel, hotel, meals and entertainment. The deadline to apply is Friday, March 29 at 6 p.m. ET.
“Aside from the camaraderie and information-sharing sessions, I think it is great to get so many thoughtful women into the same room and introduce them to all the opportunities that are around the game that we all love,” said FORE HIRE President and Founder Courtney Trimble. “I’m excited for the sponsors of the event to see that there are so many talented women looking to enter the golf industry.”
The success of the two events last year created more demand for this year. Of the participants from last year, 25 of the 60 have become employed or accepted an internship and more than 30 different
organizations sponsored the event and sent key people to attend and participate. Ten percent of the participants have pursued PGA of America membership.
The program’s objectives remain to raise awareness of the opportunities available within the industry; increase understanding of skills necessary to secure specific positions and provide an opportunity to network and connect to opportunities for employment.
“We look forward to sharing our industry insights with all the ambitious and talented guests who will be in attendance,” said Callaway Golf Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and Engagement, Mackenzie Mack, a PGA of America Golf Professional. “As a former Division I golfer myself, I’ve seen how incredible this industry is to work in, and the tremendous career opportunities it provides. We’re thrilled to support a great program that is making such a positive impact for so many amazing women.”
Applications for the program are open now. Click here to apply. Deadline is April 2 at 6 p.m. ET. For more information, contact Courtney Trimble at info@forehireus.com or visit our website. If you are interested in a career in golf, please visit pga.org/workingolf to book a free career consultation with a PGA Consultant.
ABOUT FORE HIRE
FORE HIRE was founded by Courtney Swaim Trimble to help educate and inspire both former and current competitive golfers looking to transition into successful careers in the business world, then connect those athletes with businesses to create mutual opportunities, mentorship programs and professional growth. Connect with her via LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
ABOUT CALLAWAY GOLF
Callaway Golf, a Topgolf Callaway Brands Corp. (NYSE: MODG) brand, is the leading manufacturer of premium golf clubs, balls, performance gear and accessories worldwide. Through an unwavering commitment to innovation, Callaway pushes the limits of performance and creates demonstrably superior products designed to make every golfer a better golfer. For more information, please visit www.callawaygolf.com.
ABOUT THE PGA OF AMERICA
The PGA of America is one of the world’s largest sports organizations, composed of more than 30,000 PGA of America Golf Professionals who love the game, are expert coaches, operators and business leaders, and work daily to drive interest, inclusion and participation in the sport. The PGA of America owns and operates numerous championships and events, including major championships for men, women, seniors and the Ryder Cup, one of the world’s foremost sporting events. For more information, visit PGA.com and follow us on X, formerly known as Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.
CONTACTS:
Jay Coffin, Coffin Corner Media jay@coffincornermedia.com (407) 341-1882 Jesse Dodson, PGA of America jdodson@pgahq.com (801) 995-0684
Jeff Newton, Callaway Golf jeff.newton@callawaygolf.com
