Industry veteran brings 12 years of experience to lead national sales strategy, strengthen retail partnerships and brand collaborations, and advance wholesale expansion
PORTLAND, Ore. — PAYNTR Golf today announces the appointment of Jake Haley as Head of Sales & Strategic Business Development. Haley joins the performance golf footwear brand following 12 years at Under Armour, adding extensive industry experience as PAYNTR Golf invests in the team and infrastructure supporting its continued global growth.
In his new role, Haley will lead PAYNTR Golf’s national sales strategy and wholesale expansion, overseeing key national and strategic accounts along with the company’s independent and inside sales teams. He will work closely with leadership across operations, marketing, and communications to strengthen retail relationships, identify new business opportunities and brand collaborations, and support the brand’s expanding distribution.
“As our business grows, it is essential that we continue investing in people who understand our products, our partners and the opportunities ahead,” said Mike Forsey, Co-Founder and President of PAYNTR Golf. “Jake brings valuable experience across the golf business, from product creation to sales. His understanding of performance footwear, passion for the game and commitment to building strong relationships make him an outstanding addition to our team.”
Haley brings extensive experience across golf footwear, apparel, product development, and sales. His previous roles include Senior Product Line Manager for Golf Footwear and Senior Manager of Golf Footwear and Apparel, giving him a strong foundation in product strategy, sales leadership and brand building.
Haley’s appointment follows 8AM Golf’s strategic investment in PAYNTR Golf earlier this year and supports the brand’s continued expansion across golf shops and national retailers, including PGA TOUR Superstore, DICK’S Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy.
“PAYNTR Golf is building something special by putting the golfer and product performance at the center of every decision,” said Haley. “I’m excited to join this team and help bring that story to more golfers through strong retail partnerships. This is an exciting time for the brand with ample opportunity to contribute to its long-term growth.”
Haley earned his undergraduate degree from Georgetown University, where he played lacrosse, before completing his MBA at the University of Massachusetts.
For more information, visit PAYNTRgolf.com.
ABOUT PAYNTR GOLF
Based in Portland, Oregon, PAYNTR Golf designs, markets and distributes golf footwear and accessories created to enhance the performance of the golfer. Founded by three long-time sports performance footwear experts, Mike Forsey, Michael Glancy, and David Paynter, PAYNTR Golf is guided by the principle, ‘Performance Multiplied.’ Performance Multiplied – not just a marketing tagline for the brand, it’s foundational in everything they do. Inspired by creating new, solution based, crafted product, their design methodology is deeply grounded in the biomechanics of the golf swing and a profound understanding of the on-course needs of the golfer. By blending informed style and true performance benefit, PAYNTR Golf is well positioned to become the innovative product alternative for the passionate golfer. PAYNTR Golf’s product line includes golf accessories and performance footwear for Men & Women. Products are available in premium golf specialty locations globally including North America, Korea, Japan, SE Asia, South Africa, the United Kingdom and select countries in Europe. Company website: www.payntrgolf.com.
MEDIA CONTACT
Bo Wood – PAYNTR Golf
bo@payntrgolf.com
