PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- Bauer International Inc., makers of fine furnishings and fixtures and the Official Clubhouse Furnishings of The PGA of America, has expanded its support of The PGA as a supporting partner in Golf Retirement Plus™.

Founded in 1992 in London, England, and with corporate headquarters near Charleston (Wando), S.C., Bauer International is the Exclusive Clubhouse Furnishings Supplier to PGA Country Club in Port St. Lucie, Fla., having provided the furnishings for the redesign and renovation of the club that is home for PGA Professionals. In addition, Bauer International designed and created "The PGA of America Collection," which features select pieces of furnishings and fixtures evoking the golden age of 19th Century clubs and hotels.

"The PGA of America welcomes Bauer International to a family of outstanding partners in serving PGA Professionals through Golf Retirement Plus," said PGA of America President Roger Warren. "Bauer International has demonstrated its commitment to our member Professionals by expanding their relationship."

Bauer International, the finest designer, manufacturer and importer of rattan, mahogany, leather and seagrass residential, contract and resort furnishings, has a diverse line of more than 1,000 unique pieces, spanning 10 different collections. All products are handmade by the world's master craftsmen.

"We are proud to expand our partnership with The PGA of America and to offer this very useful benefit to the PGA Professional," said Bauer International Inc. President Kenneth Bauer.

Founded in 1997, Golf Retirement Plus™ is a supplemental retirement program for PGA Professionals 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 44 Golf Retirement Plus™ Sponsor Programs.

Celebrating its 90th anniversary in 2006, The PGA of America was founded in 1916, and is a not-for-profit organization that promotes the game of golf, while continuing to enhance the standards of the profession. The Association is comprised of more than 28,000 men and women PGA Professionals who are dedicated to growing participation in the game of golf.