PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- Nike Golf, a leading producer of golf equipment, footwear and apparel, and dedicated to honoring and respecting the traditions and heritage of the game, has been elevated to presenting partner status in Golf Retirement Plus™.

Nike Golf, with headquarters in Beaverton, Ore., was formed in 1998, and has been providing golfers with the best products in virtually every product category ever since. Nike Golf began as a supporting partner of Golf Retirement Plus™ in 2004.

"Nike Golf has been a valued supporter of the PGA Professional and the game since its founding," said The PGA of America's President Roger Warren. "The PGA of America is proud to welcome Nike Golf to presenting partner status in Golf Retirement Plus. Nike Golf's commitment is an example of the quality of companies featured within this program."

"Nike Golf's elevation to presenting partner of this valuable program is an important enhancement of our growing relationship with The PGA of America," said Cindy Davis, U.S. General Manager of Nike Golf. "We're pleased to provide an incentive for PGA members to contribute to their retirement, a very important ingredient towards each of their own well-being."

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 more than 45 Golf Retirement Plus™ Sponsor Programs.

Celebrating its 90th anniversary, 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.