I write this report knowing the golf season is in full force in the Pacific Northwest. Spending the first 13 years of my golf career in green grass in the Northeast part of our country, I can relate to the pent-up enthusiasm from both the consumer’s and golf professional’s perspective. What a tremendous opportunity we … Read more
I wrestled a bit with writing this article, torn between sharing something personal or sticking to business. In the end, I decided to do both. After all, our work lives and personal lives are often deeply connected through the relationships we build in this profession. Personally, I am overwhelmed this week because a member of my … Read more
PGA Professional Conner Robbins of North Shore Golf Course clinched a long-awaited victory at the 99th Washington Open Invitational, held May 7–9, 2025, at the historic Tacoma Country & Golf Club. Robbins birdied the final hole to win by one stroke, claiming his second Pacific Northwest PGA major in dramatic fashion. The Washington Open Invitational … Read more
On Friday, May 2, 2025, the Pacific Northwest PGA HOPE program hosted its inaugural “We Got Your 6” Fundraising Scramble at Meadow Park Golf Course in Tacoma, Washington. Sponsored by Humana and Freedom Financial, the event brought together the golf community to support local Veterans through the power of the game. The tournament featured 16 … Read more
The Power of Professionalism Frank Talarico, PNWPGA CEO In today’s increasingly competitive golf industry, technical ability and operational know-how are only part of the equation. Whether you’re managing a club, leading a team, selling equipment, or offering instruction, your long-term success hinges on two essential—and often underemphasized—traits: professionalism and strong interpersonal skills. These qualities don’t … Read more
For the fifth article of the Leadership in Hospitality (in the Golf Industry) Series, I thought I would stay on the theme of looking at the writing/posting of Marcus Buckingham. I find some frank, blunt and/or direct commentary in this one: There is no excuse for not being a good leader and it all starts … Read more