L.A.B. Golf joins the ranks of Google, Nvidia, Adidas, Walmart, and more
Creswell, OR — L.A.B. Golf is proud to have been named to Fast Company’s prestigious list of the World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2026. This year’s list shines a spotlight on businesses that are shaping industry and culture through their innovations. Alongside the World’s 50 Most Innovative Companies, Fast Company recognizes 720 honorees across 59 sectors and regions.
“At the end of the day, L.A.B. Golf is a company full of golf junkies. We love the game and the perpetual challenge it presents,” said L.A.B. Golf Founder Sam Hahn. “We want to play better. We want EVERYONE to play better. That is why we do what we do. It’s why we prioritize innovation over everything.”
As the leading manufacturer of putters in the “Zero Torque” putting category, L.A.B. Golf has revolutionized the way golfers think about putting. From the introduction of the first Directed Force model to the recent launch of the heel-shafted LINK.2.1 and LINK.2.2, L.A.B. Golf is at the forefront of innovation among golf equipment manufacturers when it comes to putting technology.
In the past 18 months, L.A.B. Golf has launched the new LINK.2.1 and LINK.2.2, DF3i, and the OZ.1 collection of putters, which includes OZ.1, OZ.1i, and OZ.1i HS. OZ.1i was the first L.A.B. putter model to include a stainless-steel face insert, while OZ.1i HS was the first heel-shafted putter featuring L.A.B.’s patented Lie Angle Balance technology. To accomplish this feat, L.A.B. developed a proprietary aluminum riser that changes height according to the lie angle to ensure the shaft axis stays properly aligned and the putter’s balance is preserved.
The OZ.1 collection also introduced a new 0-Degree Shaft Lean option, giving golfers the option of a vertical shaft at address and compatibility with standard grips. With the addition of these models, L.A.B. Golf continues to innovate and expand their product lineup to offer a putter that fits every golfer’s preference.
The World’s Most Innovative Companies is Fast Company’s hallmark franchise and one of its most anticipated editorial efforts of the year. To determine honorees, Fast Company’s editors and writers review companies driving progress around the world and across industries, evaluating thousands of submissions through a competitive application process. The result is a globe-spanning guide to innovation today, from early-stage startups to some of the most valuable companies in the world.
“Our list of the Most Innovative Companies is about spotlighting organizations that don’t just adapt to change—they drive it,” said Brendan Vaughan, editor-in-chief of Fast Company. “The companies we honor this year are redefining what leadership looks like in 2026, pairing bold ideas with measurable impact and turning breakthrough innovation into real-world value. They are setting the pace for their industries and offering a blueprint for what sustained innovation can achieve.”
The full list of Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies honorees can now be found at fastcompany.com. It will also be available on newsstands beginning March 31, 2026.
Fast Company will host the Most Innovative Companies Summit and Gala for honorees on May 19 in New York City. The summit features a day of inspiring content, followed by a creative black-tie gala including networking, a seated dinner, and an honoree presentation.
About L.A.B. Golf
Rolling a golf ball into a hole shouldn’t be complicated. Yet for golfers around the world, putting is the most challenging part of the game. L.A.B. Golf was created to simplify things. The company believes it’s possible for all golfers to be excited about putting.
For more information on L.A.B. Golf, visit labgolf.com.
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