First Episode Features Sam Duering of Brookfields Indoor Golf & Lounge in Wake Forest, North Carolina
The Indoor Golf Alliance (IGA) is excited to announce the launch of its new weekly podcast series, Interview with an Operator, designed to provide valuable insights from successful indoor golf facility owners and operators across the industry.
The inaugural episode will feature Sam Duering, owner of Brookfields Indoor Golf & Lounge in Wake Forest, North Carolina.
Podcast Premiere
Date: Wednesday, July 1
Time: 8:00 a.m. PT | 9:00 a.m. MT | 10:00 a.m. CT | 11:00 a.m. ET
This free podcast is an opportunity for entrepreneurs, investors, golf professionals, and indoor golf enthusiasts to hear firsthand what it takes to build and operate a successful indoor golf business.
During the interview, we’ll explore topics including:
- How Sam got started in the indoor golf industry
- Why he chose to open an indoor golf facility
- His background as a golfer, entrepreneur, investor, coach, or business owner
- What he underestimated before opening
- What he would do differently if starting over
- His operating model
- Primary revenue drivers
- Highest-margin areas of the business
- Services that appear profitable but aren’t
- What separates thriving facilities from struggling ones
- Occupancy and utilization benchmarks needed for success
- The most profitable operating hours
- How seasonality impacts the business
- Plus audience questions and whatever else comes up during the conversation
Whether you’re planning to open an indoor golf facility, already operating one, or simply interested in the rapidly growing indoor golf industry, this weekly series will provide practical insights and real-world experiences from operators in the field.
Registration is free.
To reserve your spot, email phili@indoorgolfalliance.org.
Join us as we learn from industry leaders—one operator at a time.
About the Indoor Golf Alliance (IGA)
The Indoor Golf Alliance is dedicated to supporting the growth and success of the indoor golf industry through education, networking, and the sharing of best practices among operators, suppliers, and industry professionals.
