The ModGolf Podcast
Host Colin Weston explores the future of golf through conversations with the visionaries and influencers that are shaking up the sport.
We found 10 episodes of The ModGolf Podcast with the tag “pga”.
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Embracing Technology and Diversity to Create a Bright Future For Golf - Jared Williams
November 16th, 2018 | Season 5 | 41 mins 1 sec
#growgolf, entrepreneurship, future of golf, golf channel, innovation, jared williams, jay karen, kris hart, millennial task force, modgolf, modgolfpodcast, ncgoa, pga, startup, steve mona, usga, we are golf
This week Colin speaks with Jared Williams, Director of Advocacy with The National Golf Course Owner's Association. We explore the history of online tee time booking and how the early negative impact on golf course revenues led to Jared's role overseeing "The Consumer Reports for Course Owners" to ensure a fair marketplace. We also dig deep into how golf is looking outside the game to create experiences that resonate with a younger, more diverse audience.
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Innovation Stories From The Las Vegas PGA Fashion & Demo Experience (049)
August 29th, 2018 | Season 4 | 1 hr 57 secs
#growgolf, adaptive golfers, callaway, entrepreneurship, ezeegolf, footjoy, future of golf, gianna rojas, golf apparel, golf channel, innovation, jofit, kinona, las vegas golf, mizzen+main, modgolf, modgolfpodcast, p2 golf products, pga, pga show, range ball, reed exhibitions, startup, the modgolf podcast, topgolf, topgolf las vegas, womens fashion, womens golf, womens golf clothes
Our host Colin Weston travels to Las Vegas to reveal this year's best golf innovation and entrepreneurship stories at The PGA Fashion & Demo Experience.
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BONUS Episode: Season 3 Wrap Up / Season 4 Preview
May 15th, 2018 | Season 3 | 21 mins 20 secs
#growgolf, arccos golf, blue ocean strategy, chef's cut real jerky, entrepreneurship, future of golf, golf 20/20, golflogix, innovation, lean startup, modgolf, modgolfpodcast, pga, pga of america, pga reach, startup, top golf media, topgolf, ugull pay, we are golf, womens golf day
Host Colin Weston recaps the best from each of our twelve Season 3 guests, along with a preview of Season 4 which will premiere on May 29.
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Harnessing Technology to Transform One of Golf's Great Traditions - Dave Cavossa / CaddieNow (035)
April 9th, 2018 | Season 3 | 34 mins 45 secs
#blueoceanshift, #growgolf, blue ocean strategy, caddie, caddienow, colin weston, dave cavossa, entrepreneurship, future of golf, golf, golf disruption, golf innovation, lean startup, looper, lyft, modgolf, modgolfpodcast, pga, pga of america, startup, uber
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.
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PGA WORKS - Attracting Diverse Talent To Ensure a Strong Future For The Golf Industry (034)
April 3rd, 2018 | Season 3 | 33 mins 43 secs
#growgolf, diversity, future of golf, golf, golf channel, golf disruption, golf innovation, inclusion, modgolf, modgolfpodcast, pga, pga of america, pga reach, pga works, rachel mabee, startup, tajma brown, we are golf
This week’s episode features two guests from PGA WORKS, Fellowship intern Tajma Brown and Program Specialist Rachel Mabee. PGA WORKS is a part of PGA REACH, the charitable foundation of the PGA of America. We talk about how The PGA WORKS Fellowship aspires to be a unique opportunity for recent college graduates from diverse backgrounds to acquire valuable experience in the golf industry.
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Why Diversity and Inclusion Matters - Sandy Cross, Chief People Officer at The PGA of America
March 5th, 2018 | Season 3 | 33 mins 53 secs
#growgolf, diversity, future of golf, golf, golf 2020 diversity task force, golf channel, golf disruption, golf innovation, inclusion, modgolf, modgolfpodcast, pga, pga of america, sandy cross, startup, we are golf
“Diversity is being invited to the party, Inclusion is being asked to dance”. Guest Sandy Cross joins us to discuss the cultural transformation that is taking place at The PGA of America, as she spearheads their effort to move the golf needle regarding both the participation rate and industry career opportunities for under-represented communities and cultures.
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Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone To Create Amazing Experiences - Ron Powers / Topgolf
May 8th, 2017 | Season 1 | 34 mins 24 secs
golf, golf channel, golf digest, golf innovation, lpga, modgolf, pga, pga tour, ron powers, topgolf, topgolf crush, topgolf media, topgolf swing suites, topgolf tour
Our guest is Ron Powers, the President of Topgolf Swing Suite. Ron discusses how Topgolf, which started over 15 years ago as a fun way for a couple of brothers to practice their golf game, has emerged as the major force in golf innovation that helps drive the increasing participation numbers in the game.
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Welcome to The ModGolf Podcast!
April 26th, 2017 | 4 mins 24 secs
disruptors, entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, future of golf, golf, golf business, golf digest, golf disruptors, golf innovation, golf innovators, golf podcast, innovation, modgolf, pga, pga tour, sport podcast, sports, startup
Hello world, welcome to the ModGolf Podcast! Here's our show trailer to give you a taste for how since May 2017 we showcase the entrepreneurs, innovators, influencers and disruptors who are shaping the future of golf. Season 15 is now available along with our 190+ previous engaging episodes.