Golf News for Tuesday, March 18, 2008 | Sponsorship

Nike Golf renews supporting partnership in Golf Retirement Plus

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- Nike Golf, one of the leading producers of golf equipment, footwear and apparel, has renewed its supporting partnership in Golf Retirement Plus™.
Nike Golf, formed in 1998, is headquartered in Beaverton, Ore., and has been providing golfers with the best products in product category ever since.

“Nike Golf has continued to demonstrate that it is committed to the development of the finest quality golf equipment, and has at the same time worked to bring more into the game of golf,” said PGA of America President Brian Whitcomb. “The PGA of America is proud to have Nike Golf among its family of premier partners who support PGA Professionals through Golf Retirement Plus.”

“Nike Golf is pleased to continue its support of such an important program that benefits PGA Professionals and their retirement,” said Cindy Davis, U.S. General Manager of Nike Golf. “We value our partnership with The PGA of America, its membership and the growing PGA Professionals on the Nike Golf staff, who remain steadfast in their mission to increase interest and participation in the game of golf.”

Founded in 1997, Golf Retirement Plus is a supplemental retirement program for PGA members and apprentices, GCSAA Superintendents, and CMAA Club Managers, which allows them to make their own contributions or have their employers contribute to their Golf Retirement Plus account on their behalf. PGA Professionals may also earn personal incentives by participating in Golf

Retirement Plus Sponsor Programs.
Since 1916, The PGA of America's mission has been twofold: to establish and elevate the standards of the profession and to grow interest and participation in the game of golf.

By establishing and elevating the standards of the golf profession through world-class education, career services, marketing and research programs, the Association enables PGA Professionals to maximize their performance in their respective career paths and showcases them as experts in the game and in the $76 billion golf industry.

By creating and delivering dramatic world-class championships and exciting and enjoyable golf promotions that are viewed as the best of their class in the golf industry, The PGA of America elevates the public's interest in the game, the desire to play more golf, and ensures accessibility to the game for everyone, everywhere.

The PGA of America brand represents the very best in golf.



 
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