I have returned home inspired! Over the last week, I had the amazing fortune to attend the PGA Annual Meeting in Grand Rapids, MI and then fly directly to Tacoma, WA, for a rewarding mentoring conference with my fellow Section and industry professionals. Both events were amazing. The National Meeting offered opportunities to connect with the … Read more
The 2024 National Car Rental Assistant PGA Professional Championship begins Thursday, November 14 at PGA Golf Club in Port St. Lucie, FL. The four-day, 72-hole event will be contested at PGA Golf Club for a 28th consecutive year since it debuted on Florida’s Treasure Coast in 1996. The field will include PGA Assistant Professionals (A-8 … Read more
We’re thrilled to introduce Jeanie Butler, the newest PGA HOPE Ambassador for the Pacific Northwest. Jeanie’s journey from her hometown roots to her role as a passionate advocate for veterans is inspiring, and she brings a unique perspective and commitment to her new role. Jeanie’s story begins in Detroit, Michigan, where she was born, but … Read more
While it was rainy and windy back home in the Northwest, seven teams escaped to sunny Mexico for the PNW PGA Mexican Fiesta Pro-Am. Set against the stunning backdrop of TPC Danzante Bay Golf Course, 35 players enjoyed three rounds of championship golf and the all-inclusive luxury of Villa Del Palmar Beach Resort & Spa in Loreto. … Read more
Giving Thanks Frank Talarico, PNWPGA CEO November is here and the Thanksgiving holiday with it. Gratitude, togetherness, generosity, and reflection are at its core, and these values resonate well in the business world. In my experience, teams that build cultures rooted in these principles have a strategic advantage, improving their resilience, workforce satisfaction, and customer … Read more
PDX Golf’s expert instructor is set to compete in the 2025 Senior PGA Championship! Hometown: Boise, Idaho PGA Member Since: 1999 Mitch Lowe, PGA, serves as the Director of Instruction at PDX Golf, located at Glendoveer Golf Course in Portland, Oregon. With over two decades of experience as a PGA Member, Mitch has honed a … Read more