The ModGolf Podcast

How a BA in Psychology is This Tech Entrepreneur's Secret Sauce - Meghann Butcher, Founder & CEO of RepSpark

September 30th, 2026  |  Season 20  |  40 mins 12 secs

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What happens when a psychology grad who's never owned a collared shirt walks into a golf pro shop and spends the next 19 years building the platform that powers wholesale commerce for the golf industry? In this episode of The ModGolf Podcast, host Colin Weston sits down with Meghann Butcher, Founder & CEO of RepSpark, to explore mass customization, AI-powered predictive ordering, the rise of women's golf apparel, and why psychology might be the ultimate founder's superpower. Essential listening for fans of golf business podcasts, golf entrepreneurship, women in golf, golf technology, and PGA Show insights.

Attitude is Everything - How Kay McMahon Empowers Women In The Golf Industry

September 24th, 2026  |  Season 20  |  37 mins 43 secs

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Host Colin Weston sits down with LPGA Hall of Fame instructor Kay McMahon - President of Women in the Golf Industry (WIGI) and creator of the Golf 8.5 teaching system - to explore her groundbreaking approach to golf instruction, her trailblazing career as one of the first female PGA professionals, and her mission to make golf more inclusive for women and beginners. Whether you're searching for the best golf podcasts, golf swing tips, LPGA insights, women's golf advocacy, or ways to improve your game and pace of play, this conversation delivers must-hear wisdom from one of golf's most influential teachers and entrepreneurs.

Kay McMahon - president of Women in the Golf Industry / LPGA Hall of Fame Instructor / creator of Golf 8.5

Elevating the Golf League Experience - Rob Sunstrum, Founder of Smart Golf

June 25th, 2026  |  Season 19  |  34 mins 57 secs

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Why would a laid-off logistics exec bet everything on building golf tournament software from scratch during a pandemic? In this live recording from Highland Golf Club, host Colin Weston sits down with Smart Golf founder Rob Sunstrum to explore how his innovative scoring platform is revolutionizing league management, re-engaging members, and driving F&B revenue for courses across North America. Discover how Smart Golf is turning weekly golf events into year-round communities, and how clubs are doubling participation by reclaiming ownership from outdated spreadsheets.

Shots In The Night at Indian Wells Golf Resort - Steve Rosen / Troon Golf (054)

December 19th, 2018  |  Season 5  |  40 mins 56 secs

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How do you introduce an ocean of "non-golfers" to a sport with a reputation of being elitist and intimidating? Indian Wells Golf Resort General Manager Steve Rosen stepped outside the golf industry box and took an entrepreneurial approach to solving the problem. Listen in as Steve describes how they transformed the under-utilized elements of their golf resort to create an immersive, multi-sensory experience called Shots In The Night.

Harnessing Technology to Transform One of Golf's Great Traditions - Dave Cavossa / CaddieNow (035)

April 9th, 2018  |  Season 3  |  34 mins 45 secs

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Would you pay for a caddie if they were reasonably priced and made your golfing experience more enjoyable? CaddieNow Founder and CEO Dave Cavossa shares how he has eliminated the pain points by looking to successes in other industries to solve the problem. Host Colin Weston speaks with Dave to learn what drives him as as an entrepreneur and how initial golf industry ignorance turned out to be his startup superpower.

Creating Positive Social Impact By Empowering Women And Girls Through Golf - Clemmie Perry / Women of Color Golf

November 14th, 2017  |  Season 2  |  31 mins 11 secs

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"Make a difference in my community". That was Clemmie Perry's guiding principle that motivated her to use golf as the platform to empower women and girls of color shortly after picking up the game only a few years ago. Her entrepreneurial vision and passion, combined with finding the personal courage to step outside her comfort zone has lead to the creation of both Women of Color Golf Founder and Girls On The Green Tee.

The Links At Petco Park: Creating Fun Golf Experiences - Nate Adelman / Callaway Golf

October 9th, 2017  |  Season 2  |  39 mins 55 secs

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Host Colin Weston speaks with Nate Adelman, co-creator of The Links At Petco Park and Marketing Manager for Callaway Golf. Nate shares how #TheLinksAtPetco went from fun idea to a constantly evolving and popular annual golf experience now in its third year, providing Callaway with a platform to help grow the game while supporting local charities.