AFRICAN AMERICAN GOLF EXPO ,DIVERSITY ROUNDTABLE INCLUDING THE PGA SHOW
About this Event
JOIN THE FUN AND ACTIVITIES AT THE 7TH ANNUAL AFRICAN AMERICAN GOLF EXPO AND FORUM. YOU WILL LEARN AND GROW. YOU WILL BE MOTIVATED TO DO MORE IN AND FOR YOUR COMMUNITY. THE EXPO WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE. SIGN UP NOW FOR THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME. YOUR REGISTRATION HELPS SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY. READ MORE BELOW.
A portion of your registration fee will be used to support the following entities and initiatives
The mission of the National Golf Player Development Foundation is, “To provide unprecedented funding opportunities to programs that provide skill development and playing opportunities to young people of color and connect them to premier experiences in competitive golf.” Our vision is, “To inspire young people of color to become purpose driven players in the game of golf.”
We believe that every young person should have the opportunity to experience the values inherent in the game of golf, regardless of their background or financial circumstances. Many talented young golfers from underserved communities face significant financial obstacles that prevent them from accessing coaching, training, equipment, and competitive opportunities. With your support, we can remove these obstacles and provide these young athletes with the tools they need to succeed, both on the course and in life. Your generosity allows us to fund coaching, provide equipment, cover tournament fees, and offer mentorship programs that change lives.
Our mission is to preserve and honor the legacy of golfing pioneer and golf trailblazer Theodore “Ted” Rhodes by empowering underrepresented youth through the game of golf. We strive to provide access, resources, and opportunities that foster life skills, discipline, career readiness, and community engagement. Through education and mentorship, we aim to inspire the next generation to achieve their full potential both on and off the course.
The Brandon Johnson Scholarship will be used to support Youth of Color to pursue a career in Golf Course Architecture. Brandon is on of less that 5 African American golf course architects in America
With over 25 years of experience designing golf courses around the world — 12 of those years dedicated to leading the Arnold Palmer Design Company — Brandon is a designer with a multi-dimensional background who brings a wealth of skills, creativity and a design agility that suits any project scenario.
Brandon’s work is informed by his well-studied personal and professional journey that gives him a fresh perspective on the game and golf design. Brandon’s thoughtful and engaging design process is rooted in his core belief that golf courses are ultimately created in the field. From initial client contact, discovering inspired routings in the field, to honing details in construction, Brandon’s passion for design and commitment to an intimate, hands-on approach to his work manifests a personalized brand of architecture that is rich with soul and layered with interest that is sure to stand the test of time
The 2027 event will once again be held in conjunction with the annual PGA Show, providing attendees with access to one of the golf industry’s largest gatherings.
Community organizations can promote the EXPO through their websites, social media platforms, newsletters, and membership communications. Each participating organization receives a unique promotional code to share with supporters. Organizations will be compensated for every registration completed through its code.
The program requires no upfront investment and no financial commitment from participating community organizations.
Agenda
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
JAN. 27- DAY 1 EXPO OPENING CEREMONIES
Info: THIS WILL BE A ROUSING OPENING TO SET THE TONE FOR THE EXPO, ROUNDTABLE AND EXHIBITIONS. THERE WILL BE MUSIC , GREETINGS FROM COMMUNITY AND NATIONAL LEADERS. TIME WELL SPENT
🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
EXPO HISTORY CHALLENGE
Info: CONTESTANTS WILL TEST THEIR KNOWLEDGE ABOUT PEOPLE ,PLACES AND EVENTS IN GOLF. THERE WILL BE A NUMBER OF QUESTIONS HIGHLIGHTING AFRICAN AMERICAN ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN THE SPORT AND INDUSTRY OF GOLF
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
COACHING AT HISTORICALLY BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES
Host: BLACK COLLEGE GOLF COACHES ASSOCIATION
Info: WHAT ARE THE CHALLENGES COACHES FACE AT HBCU'S? RESOURCES, RECRUITING, TRAVEL, COMPETITION. IS PROGRESS BEING MADE?
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
CLUB MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA
Host: BRIAN WATKINS - CMAA
Info: THIS DISTINGUISHED PANEL OF AFRICAN AMERICAN CLUB MANAGERS WILL SHARE WHAT IT TOOK TO BECOME LEADERS IN THEIR PROFESSION
🕑: 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM
THE DIVERSITY ROUNDTABLE
Host: DR. MICHAEL COOPER
🕑: 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
THE DAY 1 EXPO RECEPTION
Host: JIM BEATTY
🕑: 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
THE EXPO EXHIBITS
Info: COME OUT AND MEET THESE ENTREPRENEURS AND COMPANIES WHO WANT TO EARN YOUR BUSINESS. APPAREL, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, TOURISM,COLLECTIBLES ALL WILL BE ON DISPLAY
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
JAN. 28 - DAY 2 OPENING EVENT THE TRIANGLE BLIND GOLFERS ASSOCIATION
Info: COME AND LISTEN TO JAMES DAVIS AN AFRICAN AMERICAN EXPLAIN HOW AND WHY HE FOUNDED THE TRIANGLE BLIND GOLFERS ASSOCIATION. MR. DAVIS IS VISUALLY IMPAIRED BUT PLAYS GOLF DAILY.
🕑: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
SPECIAL PANEL ON THE BLACK GOLF ALLIANCE SOCIAL MEDIA GROUP
Host: AL QUARLES,DESI WALKER, RO THOMPSON, ODIS GRIFFIN
Info: LISTEN ,LEARN ON WHY AND HOW THIS GROUP OF 12.1 THOUSAND FACEBOOK MEMBERS HAS EVOLVED. THEYE WILL SHARE THEIR IMPACT,PLANS AND OPPORTUNITIES TO HELD SHAPE THE GOLF INDUSTRY
🕑: 11:00 AM - 01:00 PM
THE JERRY TARDE COURAGE AND LEGACY AWARDS
Host: JERRY TARDE
Info: MEET THE PEOPLE WHO WILL BE RECOGNIZED FOR THEIR EFFORTS IN FIGHTING AND ADVOCATING FOR THE INCLUSION OF AFRICAN AMERICANS IN THE SPORT AND INDUSTRY OF GOLF
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS SHOW AND TELL
Info: LISTEN AND LEARN FROM THESE COMMUNITY GROUPS WHO WILL SHARE THEIR SUCCESSFUL STRATEGIES FOR SELECTING BOARD MEMBERS, FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND FUNDRAISING
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
VOLUNTEERING AT LOCAL AND NATIONAL GOLF TOURNAMENTS
Info: WANT TO GET A BEHIND THE SCENES LOOK AT HOW GOF TOURNAMENTS ARE RUN? THEN VOLUNTEER AND FIND OUT. THERE ARE SO MANY BENEFITS TO VOLUNTEERING LIKE MEETING THE PROFESSIONAL GOLFERS, AND LEARNING HOW TO MANAGE YOUR OWN EVENT
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLACK GOLF MERCHANDISERS
Info: LEARN ABOUT HOW THIS ORGANIZATION IS SUPPORTING BLACK ENTREPRENEURS TO BREAK INTO THE $102 BILLION GOLF INDUSTRY. DO YOU HAVE A PRODUCT OR SERVICE THE GOLF INDUSTRY SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THEN COME AND LEARN HOW TO MARKET YOUR PRODUCT OR SERVICE
🕑: 04:00 PM - 06:00 PM
EXPO RECEPTION AND NETWORKING SESSION
Host: JIM BEATTY
Info: END THE DAY WITH FOOD,BEVERAGE AND NETWORKING. MAKE NEW CONTACTS ,RENEW OLD ONES. YOUR EXPERIENCE AT THIS SESSION COULD CHANGE YOUR LIFE
🕑: 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
EXPO EXHIBITS
Info: MEET AFRICAN AMERICAN ENTREPRENEURS AND COMPANIES WHO WANT TO ATTRACT AFRICAN AMERICAN CUSTOMERS. COME SEE AND PURCHASE NEW PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 0.00 to USD 2000.00
