CHARLESTON, S.C. – The National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) and PGA Golf Exhibitions have announced the continuation of their strategic alliance, which co-locates the annual Golf Business Conference with the PGA Show through 2030.
The Golf Business Conference, hosted by NGCOA for over 35 years, is the industry’s largest meeting of golf course owners and operators. The 3-day event comprises general sessions, education breakouts, workshops and more covering the most critical topics on golf course ownership and operations. The event also includes a casual golf outing for attendees and sponsors to network, and an awards celebration to recognize some of the most significant golf facilities and individual contributors to the golf industry. GBC attendees can earn continuing education credits from the PGA of America, the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA), the Club Management Association of America (CMAA), and the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). Details about this year’s GBC can be found at golfbusinessconference.com.
“We are excited to continue our collaboration with PGA Golf Exhibitions to bring the Golf Business Conference to the PGA Show,” said Jay Karen, NGCOA’s chief executive officer. “That one week in Orlando is like getting an executive MBA in course operations and going to homecoming at the same time. It’s that much-needed time away to network, learn and refresh. Working with PGA Exhibitions and the PGA of America for the next five years makes all the sense in the world.”
In the six years since the partnership was initially established, the NGCOA, the PGA of America and PGA Golf Exhibitions have worked together to elevate experiences for attendees of both shows. These enhancements include full exhibition hall access for GBC attendees, joint NGCOA+PGA education sessions at the convention center, NGCOA education on the PGA Show Clubhouse stage, and other collaborative activities.
“On the heels of a record-breaking PGA Show that united the global golf industry, we’re thrilled to continue our successful collaboration with the NGCOA on Show Week programming and events, anchored by the Golf Business Conference,” said Marc Simon, Vice President of PGA Golf Exhibitions. “Since our collaboration began in 2019, the partnership has grown stronger, delivering valuable education and fostering connections that help golf course owners and operators and PGA of America Golf Professionals seize new business opportunities, advancing the golf industry as a whole.”
“The convergence of the PGA Show and the Golf Business Conference offers our PGA of America Golf Professionals and golf course owners and operators valuable opportunities to engage at the onset of a new golf season,” said PGA of America President Don Rea Jr., PGA Master Professional and Owner/Operator of Augusta Ranch Golf Club (Arizona). “This week not only resembles a family reunion but is also exceptionally productive as we exchange ideas and best practices during this continued momentum and demand in the game. We value our collaborative journey with the NGCOA and look forward to the next five years.”
About the National Golf Course Owners Association
The NGCOA is the leading authority on the business of golf course ownership and management. The association represents and promotes the interests of golf courses as the principal businesses and economic assets of the game of golf. The not-for-profit organization is the only trade association dedicated exclusively to golf course owners and operators. Through advocacy, education and information resources, purchasing programs and networking opportunities, the NGCOA helps golf course owners and operators run more successful businesses. For more information or to join, visit ngcoa.org or call 800-933-4262.
About PGA Golf Exhibitions
The PGA Show and PGA Buying Summit – Frisco are organized by PGA Golf Exhibitions (part of RX) and the PGA of America. Since its inception in 1954, the PGA Show has grown into the largest annual business event for the global golf industry. Both the PGA Show and the mid-season PGA Buying Summit drive the business of golf by providing opportunities to showcase and source innovative products, develop professional networks, learn new business strategies, and connect with peers and golf leaders. Learn more at PGAShow.com.
Media Contacts
Renée Flowers, Senior Director of Events and Communications, NGCOA, rflowers@ngcoa.org
Sherry Major, PGA Worldwide Golf Exhibitions, sherry.major@rxglobal.com
Jesse Dodson, PGA, PGA of America, jdodson@pgahq.com
