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The latest edition of GBQ is now live! In this issue, we ask: Why are people attracted to different forms of the game? 🤔 “At the PGA we fulfil a role that we take very seriously – namely a responsibility to consider the future of the game in the broadest sense by leading meaningful discussions on the most serious and impactful topics. GBQ deals in facts, data and experts in their field. It stimulates meaningful discussions designed to challenge strategic thinking and unite those who wish to act in the best long-term interests of the game,” Robert Maxfield, Chief Executive of The PGA. The PGA’s Golf for All research project, in partnership with Ipsos UK, offers meaningful data on why people are attracted to different forms of the game. In this edition of GBQ, we investigate what it means. Also in this issue, we hear from other experts and game-changers in their respective fields, including Genelle Aldred, Iain Carter, Lindsey Collumbell FCIPR FCIM, Claire Fraser, Alyson Mckechin, Ray Nyabola (Black British Golfers), Robert Rock and Nick Solski. To read the latest edition of GBQ, click here 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ekgMHj-t

There are secrets to generational wealth if only you are humbled enough to know and to learn how. Updates on the ongoing Convention of Champions 2024 holding in Las Vegas.

Earlier this week the United States Golf Association (USGA)hosted it's final Town Hall for 2024. A few stats and key takeaways shared by CEO, Mike Whan. 137 million Americans consuming and playing the game of golf in 2024. This is +12% vs. 2023. 47 million Americans playing golf, which is +13 million since 2019. And another 23 million, currently not playing, express high interest in playing the game. +1.5 million more golfers played golf on a green grass golf course in 2024 vs. 2023. And course play is 72% Public vs. 28% Private. Growth Driven by three segments: Women, Juniors, People of Color. These segments combined are +40% over the last 5 years. Here's a link to the full video of the Town Hall: https://lnkd.in/g52w8GrP

Check out my latest US Transactions Corporation (UST) Education Session on March 26th at 11am eastern to explore 7 crucial sponsorship elements in high demand by corporate sponsors. Session is eligible for 1 CPE/CAE credit. Registration and webinar information in the below post. Growth Owl, LLC Growth Owl Academy #corporatesponsorship #nonprofits #associations #CAE #CPE #CFRE #continuingeducation

🚀 New member announcement 🚀 Very happy to welcome a further new FitTech Club member on board! Theresia Staps of David Lloyd Clubs has joined to expand her knowledge and network in the #digitalfitness space - and contribute her broad expertise as the industry insider. Want to be part of this private community, too? The application link is in comments 😃 #businesscommunity #futureoffitness

It’s important for the next generation of leaders to understand the importance of community and networking.

Here we go! Presenting our research on Multi-Club Ownership (MCO) in Football. Daniel Kurland and I are proud to share the key findings of the work we have been dedicated to over the past months. Attached is the executive summary of our 107-page report. We have explored how MCO structures unlock valuable cross-club synergy effects and examined the potential implications of how sport’s governing bodies might respond to this transformative trend. Special thanks to Arne Feddersen for your guidance and positivity during our supervision sessions. We are also deeply grateful to the 15 experts who contributed with their time, insights, and opinions: Antonio Dias, Andreas Høj, Claus Bjørn Billehøj, Claus Thomsen, Dan Hammer, Jakob Schrøder, Jason Stephens, Jeppe Laursen Brock, Jesper Jørgensen, Jordan Gardner, Kenneth Cortsen, Margrethe Vestager, Mogens Jensen, Steve Menary, and Troels Bager Thøgersen. So, are you curious about what drives the shift in football ownership and why it is reshaping the industry? Check out the attached summary, and feel free to reach out for a deeper discussion. Enjoy!

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Golf and pickleball remain the most popular activities at private clubs, but they continue to face challenges with capacity. However, year-over-year, these capacity issues have shown a gradual decline as club leaders implement innovative strategies to improve access. See more data: https://bit.ly/4eYd3M9

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