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The Shop Girls are back for the second half to give you your techy news as well as PGA Tour Superstore knowledge with General Manager Ron GornickSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of Next on the Tee, I'm joined by Ben Helmrath, VP of Merchandising at PGA Tour Superstore and Team Coordinator for the Atlanta Drive of the TGL League. Ben is deeply involved in team strategy, working alongside Captain Justin Thomas to set match-day lineups plus helps layout all the winning scenarios for when they should throw the Hammer. He takes us behind the scenes at SoFi Stadium, giving us a look at what really goes into a team's preparation and what it's like down on the floor. Plus, with golf simulators becoming more and more affordable, Ben shares insights on how owning one might now be within reach for all of us. Then, mkaing his Next on the Tee debut is Champions Tour Pro Wes Short Jr. His longtime friend and Next on the Tee favorite, Bob Estes suggested that Wes would make a great guest, and boy was he right. Wes has an inspiring career—after years of grinding, he earned his PGA Tour card in 2004 at the age of 40, won his first event a year later in Las Vegas, and even qualified for his first U.S. Open at 52 years of age. His story proves that persistence pays off and we should never give up on our dreams. It's a great lineup with insights, inspiration, and plenty of great stories, so thank you tuning in!

Maverick McNealy shares his journey as a PGA TOUR champion, reflecting on his first victory at The RSM Classic and the emotions that accompanied it. He discusses the importance of family support, his college years at Stanford, and his passion for aviation. McNealy also highlights his role in the PGA TOUR Player Advisory Council, emphasizing the collaborative nature of the council and its significance in representing players' perspectives. Also, Fantasy Insider Rob Bolton focuses on the differences between the North and South courses at the Farmers Insurance Open, key players to watch, and strategies for PGA TOUR Fantasy Golf presented by PGA TOUR Superstore. 

Ready to tee off anytime, anywhere? PGA TOUR Superstore, your ultimate golf destination, is bringing the course to your doorstep. Now, you can build your dream in-home golf simulator, tailored to your exact needs. Imagine: A state-of-the-art golf experience in your basement, garage, or even backyard. Perfect your swing, challenge your friends, or simply unwind after a long day – all from the comfort of home. Why wait? Lower costs, advanced technology, and a wide range of options have made in-home golf simulators more accessible than ever. As Ben Helmrath, Vice President of Hard Goods at PGA TOUR Superstore, puts it: "These aren't just golf simulators; they're entertainment hubs for the whole family. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a casual player, there's something for everyone." Don't miss out on the future of golf. Visit PGA TOUR Superstore today and start building your personalized golf oasis. ► Luxury Women Handbag Discounts: https://www.theofficialathena.... ► Review Us: https://itunes.apple.com/us/po... ► Subscribe: http://www.youtube.com/c/AshSa... ► Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1lov... ► Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ashsa... ► Blog: http://www.ashsaidit.com/blog #atlanta #ashsaidit #theashsaiditshow #ashblogsit #ashsaidit®Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-ash-said-it-show--1213325/support.

In Part 2 of this week's show, we're diving into the holiday season with some fantastic gift ideas for the golfer who seems to have it all. First, I'm joined by Ben Helmrath, VP of Merchandising for Hard Goods at the PGA Tour SuperStore. Ben shares insights into the booming in-home golf simulator market and their exciting partnership with Full Swing. We'll also discuss the PGA Tour SuperStore's role as the official retailer for the much-anticipated TGL League, spearheaded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, set to launch in January. Plus, Ben highlights their heartwarming initiative to "Give the Gift of Golf" to our military heroes. Later, Gary DiSalvo, CEO of Popticals, returns to the show. As half of the dynamic duo behind what I consider the best sunglasses on the market, Gary talks about the innovative design of Popticals sunglasses. These lightweight, glare-reducing glasses not only help golfers read greens better but also prevent eye fatigue throughout the round. If you're looking for the perfect gift to enhance your favorite golfer's game, Popticals might just be it. Don't forget to check out their website at Popticals.com while you tune in to hear Gary break down what makes these sunglasses a game-changer on and off the course.

This is the Michigan Golf Live Radio July 27th edition featuring Michigan's ONLY PGA Tour Superstore! We're broadcasting from the Grand Opening celebration of the 42,000 square foot slice of golf heaven known as the PGA Tour Superstore. You'll hear the story of the new Michigan presence, plans for expansion, and meet many of the key team members who are now immersed in the community to serve golfers of all skills levels, ages, and passion. ---------------- MGL 24/7 Listener Hotline - (989) 272-2383 - we want to hear from you! Subscribe to the MGL/FGN Podcast Watch our videos on YouTube  

On this episode, Jill Thomas, Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer of PGA TOUR Superstore, discusses the challenges and opportunities of marketing in the golf retail industry. She highlights the shift in the golf consumer landscape and the need to reach diverse audiences with different motivations for playing the game. Jill also shares her experience of building a high-functioning marketing organization with limited resources and the importance of trust and credibility in implementing a multi-year transformation plan.Tune in to learn:The golf consumer landscape has evolved, with diverse audiences playing the game for different reasons, creating new marketing challenges and opportunities.Building a high-functioning marketing organization with limited resources requires strategic thinking and the ability to prioritize and execute effectively.Trust and credibility are crucial in implementing a multi-year transformation plan and gaining support for major investments in marketing technology.Surrounding oneself with strong executional team members is essential for translating strategic ideas into tangible results.The need for both data and analytics and creativity in marketing, and the importance of balancing short-term sales with long-term brand building.–Your story, your messages, your content is at the heart of what you do. It's what connects your company to others and inspires them, teaches them, and helps them grow. But creating, managing, and accelerating content creation is often chaotic and difficult. Empower your content teams with Brightspot Content Management System—made specifically for marketers and corporate communications leaders. No more waiting for a developer or agency, or having to piece things together to get your digital experience. Put the power to create and deliver powerful, yet complex, digital experiences into the hands of your marketers with the comprehensive suite of ready-to-use marketing tools and functionality. Bring a Brightspot to your tech stack, your team, and your customers with the Brightspot Content Management System. Visit brightspot.com/marketingtrends today to learn more. 

We are covering the storylines of the 2024 US Open at Pinehurst #2. Hear from Scottie Scheffler, Tiger Woods, Bryson DeChambeau, Rory McIlroy, & more top players competing. We'll look at first round tee times, break down the key holes at Pinehurst, and take a trip over to the PGA Tour Superstore in Raleigh, NC to look at the best golf gear available.

In Part 2 of Episode 32 I'm joined by PGA Tour SuperStore Chief Merchandising Office Randy Peitsch and Golf Magazine Top 100 Instructor Jeff Smith. Randy is such a delightful, wonderful, very uplifting person. He's the kind of guy you'd love to have in your foursome. He's also a great family man. He shares heartwarming stories of times out on the course with his 3 sons and the memories they've made together. You'll hear about the emergency 9 they got in when they pulled over for a restroom break while traveling and stumbled upon a great local muni. For my Yinzers out there, you'll also hear about when he took one of his sons to Pittsburgh for a Penguins game. This segment is all about the impact golf has on our lives and the memories you make with family and friends out on the course. Memories that you'll talk about for years to come. Randy also tells us about the hot items you can get Dad this year for Father's Day. Jeff Smith makes a return visit in segment 2. We hear about his new summer home at Pine Canyon, in Flagstaff, Arizona and its sister course Talking Rock in Prescott. Then Jeff and I talk about the evolution of the golf swing and putting stroke, going from the reverse-C finish and wristy putter stroke to ones now where we finish perpendicular to the ground on our full swing and the locked wrist putting stroke. We also talk about the benefits kids have by being well-rounded athletes versus focusing on one sport, Lexi Thompson's retirement announcement, and taking out that decorative alignment stick from our bag and actually using it.

On this episode, Jill Thomas, the Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer for the PGA TOUR Superstore, discusses the importance of understanding the customer and creating personalized experiences. She highlights the impact of technology on customer perceptions and the need for businesses to adapt. Jill also shares insights into the in-store and online experiences at PGA TOUR Superstore, emphasizing the focus on customer service and creating an inclusive environment for all golfers.Tune in to learn:Why digital transformation requires a roadmap and a long-term commitment to enhancing the customer experience.Why personalization, design, and deep contextual relevance are key elements of a modern website.Why understanding the ROI of customer experience is crucial for gaining support from stakeholders.The importance of being curious, reading white papers, and learning from other industries and how that can inspire innovative ideas.How to map the customer journey and why identifying pain points is essential for improving the customer experience.How prioritizing the human component of the customer experience can lead to exceptional results.–Imagine running your business with a trusted advisor who has your success top of mind. That's what it's like when you have a Salesforce Success Plan. With the right plan, Salesforce is with you through every stage of your journey — from onboarding, to realizing business outcomes, to driving efficient growth. Learn more about what's possible on the Salesforce success plan website. Mission.org is a media studio producing content alongside world-class clients. Learn more at mission.org.

AWadd leads us into the first hour of the show with The Sports App where we break down everything from the weekend in the NFL, College Basketball, the NBA, and in Soccer. Michael Phillips joins us on the show next for some Crosstalk to talk about the VCU game and some various hijinks beforehand. Adam broadcasts an interview with VCU's Joe Bamisile next following a great performance last night. AWadd finishes out the hour to recap a public appearance at the PGA Tour Superstore.

AWadd leads us into the first hour of the show with The Sports App where we give updates from last night in College Basketball, the NHL, and in the Champion's League. Micheal Phillips joins us on the show as always from some Crosstalk to break down College Basketball as we had a big upset in the a10 last night. Jim Hobgood joins Adam on the show next as we keep up the college basketball conversation as we get closer and closer to March. AWadd reviews a new sports scoring app from Apple and we announce an in person event coming this weekend for AWadd Radio at the PGA Tour Superstore.

I had the privilege of spending a few minutes with Jill Spiegel, President of the PGA Tour SuperStore, on the floor of the PGA Merchandise Show. Jill is one of the most influential people in the golf retail business. I got her thoughts on the shift in the retail soft goods side of the business over the years, some of the merging trends for 2024, where Nike stands in the market now, their relationship with the Travis Matthew brand, and what influences AI will have going forward.

Matt Adams broadcasts live from the PGA Tour Superstore Summit. We are joined by GolfForever, TaylorMade, PGA Tour Superstore and so much more as we talk about all the new golf equipment hitting the marketplace in 2024.

Get the golf stuff you know you want, and maybe a gift or two as well, as PGA Tour Superstore sheriff Quano Moore and Utah Section PGA pro Tony McQuivey join the live show on ESPN 700 for our annual holiday shopping extraviganza. Utah PGA Assistant Pro of the Year Dustin Pimm stops by. Utah Golf Association Executive Director Easton Folster chimes in with Winterchamps news. And golf speed nerd Dr. Tyler Standifird of UVU breaks down the ball rollback. 

On this episode two of the Top Instructors in our game, Tom Patri and John Hughes, join me along with Champions Tour Pro Rob Labritz and PGA Tour SuperStore Chief Merchandising Officer Randy Peitsch. Tom Patri and I also reflect back on two great feel-good stories from the Bermuda Championship in the T8 finish by Tyson Alexander and the inspirational victory by Camilo Villegas. Champions Tour Pro Rob Labritz, PGA , and I go back to his journey through Champions Tour Q-School in 2021. We talk about the pressure involved getting from round to round. He was the medalist that year which earned him his Champions Tour card. We also talk about perhaps the best bogey save I've ever seen that Rob sank on the final hole at the TimberTech Championship which earned him the final spot in last week's Charles Schwab Cup Championship. Randy Peitsch is the Chief Merchandising Officer for the PGA Tour SuperStore. He shares several great gift ideas for the golf enthusiast in our lives, even if that person is us. We hear what his Top 3 gift ideas are plus some great new tech items that have recently hit the shelves. We also get into Tiger & Rory's new TGL League. Arthur Blank not only owns the Atlanta Falcons, he also owns the PGA Tour SuperStore and the new Atlanta franchise in the League. We talk about the team, the players, and how the SuperStore is going to be involved. We round out the show with PGA Master Professional John Hughes Golf. I tap into John's expertise on how adjusting our grip pressure can help us make more of the slick downhill putts. He gives us some mental tips when we're faced with pitching over a pond, and how to get more distance off the tee. John also hosted a couple of golf schools up at McLemore this year. He got a firsthand look at the second course that Bill Bergin and Rees Jones are Co-Designing up there called The Keep. Rees shared with us a few months ago that it's so good it could host a major tournament one day. John walked the course and shared his perspective on what we'll see when that course opens in the Spring.

In hour two of this Tuesday edition of The Morning Shift, Tiffany, Mike, and Beau continue to react to the Braves comeback 5-4 win over the Philadelphia Phillies in game two of the NLDS, tying up the series at one game a piece. Next, Tiffany, Mike, and Beau continue hour two by discussing all the biggest NFL stories, headlines, rumors, reports, and happenings as they go In The Huddle! On this edition of In The Huddle, Tiffany, Mike, and Beau continue to breakdown the Falcons 21-19 win over the Houston Texans, discuss if Bijan Robinson is currently the NFC Offensive Rookie of the Year, react to the Raiders defeating the Packers last night on Monday Night Football, and Anthony Richardson set to miss some time with a shoulder injury with the potential of going on injured reserve. Finally, to close out hour two of this Tuesday edition of The Morning Shift, Tiffany, Mike, and Beau spend some time with the CEO of the PGA Tour Superstore, and the man who will also be overseeing the newest team to come to Atlanta, Dick Sullivan! Tiffany, Mike, Beau, and Dick discuss the team he will be overseeing in TGL Atlanta, what the official name of the team will be, what TGL is, how it works, how it came about and more!

PGA Tour Superstore will open a store in early 2024 in Henrico's Far West End, at the corner of Cox Road and West Broad Street in the Colonnades West shopping center. The store currently has 64 locations in the U.S., including one in Fairfax. *** Certified public accounting firm Keiter recently announced that Brett Sinsabaugh, CPA, CCA and Ryan Beethoven-Wilson, CPA have been promoted to partner, effective Oct. 1. Sinsabaugh joined Keiter in 2011 as an audit associate with prior construction experience. Over his tenure, he established his expertise in the construction and employee benefit audit plan space. He participates...Article LinkSupport the show

Brett Jewkes, our esteemed guest lecturer for the Tourism Leadership Accelerator Program, embodies the essence of values-driven leadership. Throughout his illustrious career, he embarked on a relentless quest to align his passion with his purpose, ultimately finding a company and role grounded in core values. His journey is a testament to the power of integrity and authenticity in leadership.Brett's philosophy fosters a values-based culture where every action reflects the organization's guiding principles. He advocates for a stringent "core values test" for individuals seeking to promote these values, ensuring they embody the organization's ethos. This philosophy extends to hiring practices, focusing on who a person is, their beliefs, and how they navigate diverse scenarios.Drawing inspiration from his association with Home Depot's co-founder, Arthur Blank, Brett champions values like giving back, innovation, inclusivity, and leading by example. These values emanate from introspection and a deep commitment to making a difference in the community.Brett emphasizes the significance of listening and responding, even when it's not popular. He believes that everyone's voice matters and that founder-led businesses must infuse values from their inception, ensuring a cohesive and impactful organizational culture.In an evolving landscape where purpose reigns supreme, Brett highlights the importance of embracing one's role as a community steward. He notes that contemporary leaders must engage in meaningful conversations, embrace soft skills and demonstrate their commitment to addressing social injustices.The transformational power of Brett's leadership philosophy is evident in real-world examples. From challenging traditional revenue-driven mindsets to fostering an empowered workforce, he showcases how values-driven leadership aligns with profit and enhances customer satisfaction and community engagement.Brett's passion resonates through his work, commitment to mental health awareness, and goal of inspiring the next generation of values-based leaders. His candid interviews and the impact he's made on MBA students' lives reflect his dedication to cultivating meaningful change.Aspiring leaders in the Tourism Leadership Accelerator Program can learn from Brett's wisdom: leadership is a journey of self-discovery, aligning personal values with the organization's core principles, and prioritizing people above all. By fostering a values-based mindset, we can contribute to a better world where success is measured in financial terms and the positive impact we create.Brett Jewkes is the EVP, Chief Brand and Communications Officer at Blank Family of Businesses / AMB Sports & EntertainmentThe Arthur M. Blank Family of Businesses organization includes the NFL's Atlanta Falcons, MLS's Atlanta United, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, PGA TOUR Superstore, Mountain Sky Guest Ranch, and West Creek Ranch. The organization also includes The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation. Currently oversee a team of communications, marketing, digital/social media, and community relations professionals across the family of businesses. As a member of the organization's executive leadership team, he works closely with founder/chairman Arthur M. Blank and CEO Stephen Cannon and Business Class is brought to you by The Tourism Academy - harnessing the power of science, business psychology and adult education to advance the tourism industry and build sustainable economies. Learn how to engage your community, win over stakeholders and get more visitors at tourismacademy.org. Support the show

Matt Adams is live to bring updates from the US Women's Open at Pebble Beach, the return of PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan, LIV London at Centurion Club, and Dom brings us interviews from the grand opening of PGA Tour Superstore's brand new Raleigh location

It's U.S. Open week! H&M host a special edition of the pod, LIVE with Macklemore. We're talking golf, music, growing the game, U.S. Open picks and much more. Listen in to see if the girls can convince Macklemore to drop a new track about the Handicap Index.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We celebrate the Utah Junior Golf Association Junior Utah State Am champs from the PGA Tour Superstore where we're teeing up Fathers Day. Utah golf journalism legend Guy Yocom on the PIF/PGA Tour deal. Fairways Magazine Kurt Kragthorpe on Grace and Preston Summerhays both qualifying for the US Open. 

Todd Miller joins the live show on ESPN 700 from the PGA Tour Superstore to reflect on his dad Johnny Miller winning the USGA Bobby Jones Award and growing up with a legend. We celebrate some moms that matter in Utah golf, Kacey DeMond and Annie Fisher, with their kids, Ellie and Warren. 

The Mitsubishi Electric Classic returns to Duluth this week, featuring a week full of social activities, charitable events and the world's best 50-and-older pro golfers in action at TPC Sugarloaf. The 54-hole tournament features 78 PGA Tour Champions professionals vying for a $2 million prize purse and the chance to boost their standing in the Charles Schwab Cup points list. In addition to incredible golf, the tournament features a number of family-friendly events throughout the weekend, including the Kid's Putting Experience presented by PGA Tour Superstore with First Tee-Metro Atlanta on Saturday and Sunday. Additionally, kids 15 and under can attend the tournament for free with a ticketed adult.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legend sportswriter Mike Sorensen recounts his Utah memories of the Masters as we bring you the live show on ESPN 700 from the PGA Tour Superstore to get ready for Augusta. We catch up with son of Utah and Georgia Tech golf coach Bruce Heppler. And Utah PGA pro Colby Cowan tells us Southgate will be ok.  

Today's episode is the second half of our interview with Randy Peitsch. Randy is the CMO (Chief Merchandizing Officer) of the PGA Tour Superstore. Randy joined the executive leadership team at the PGA Tour Superstore when there were a total of 10 stores. Today there are 53, with plans to have 58 before the year is over and 100 by 2026. He is one of the best leaders I have ever known. He has been a vital driver of the culture and customer experience, enabling the PGA Tour Superstore to grow even in economic downtimes and against industry trends. I know you'll enjoy the second part of our interview with Randy. Randy will be our featured guest tomorrow – March 15th – at our live lunchat Maggiano's Cumberland Mall. And, as always, please download and share the episode with anyone you think will benefit from it. Hit me up with questions or thoughts – email me at info@thisstuffmatters.net or text/voice message me at 678-453-6774.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt and Chuck are live from the PGA Tour Superstore in Kennesaw. They talk about the Falcons agreement with veteran quarterback Taylor Heinicke. Aaron Rodgers to the Jets still remains in limbo. Plus, we get Today Was A Good Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I'm excited for you to meet our fellow revolutionary in today's episode. This is Randy Peitsch, the CMO (Chief Merchandizing Officer) of the PGA Tour Superstore. Randy joined the executive leadership team at the PGA Tour Superstore when there were a total of 10 stores. Today there are 53, with plans to have 58 before the year is over and 100 by 2026. He is one of the best leaders I have ever known. He has been a vital driver of the culture and the customer experience which has enabled the PGA Tour Superstore to grow even in economic downtimes and against industry trends. I know you'll enjoy the first of two parts of our interview with Randy. Get your tickets to our next Live Lunch (March 15th) right here and meet Randy face to face at www.thisstuffmatters.net. And, as always, please download and share the episode with anyone you think will benefit from it. Hit me up with questions or thoughts – email me at info@thisstuffmatters.net or text/voice message me at 678-453-6774.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Utah Valley Coach Chris Curran joins the live show on ESPN 700 with the deets on the Wolverines' second win in a row. KP contest at the PGA Tour Superstore to tee up the PLAYERS next week. We celebrate the great career of Utah Section PGA legend Steve Elliott, and introduce Max Butcher of the UGA.  

The new Studio at the PGA Tour Superstore is worth some serious geeking and we help Tony McQuivey and Braden Thunell open it. Callaway's Zack Oakley tells us about the new Paradym line. Randy Dodson of Fairways Magazine and 3x Utah Mid-Am champ David Jennings go deep on the Southern Swing. We celebrate with Utah Section PGA Superintendent of the Year Ben Timmons. 

Dick Sullivan is president and CEO of the PGA TOUR Superstore, one of the nation's largest golf retailers. The industry grew 60% during the pandemic as consumers sought outdoor recreation. Hear how the company managed to score despite Covid-19, and how a nearly 30-year relationship with The Home Depot co-founders Bernie Marcus and Arthur Blank have affected Sullivan's leadership philosophy and his company's performance.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We solve your holiday shopping probs at the PGA Tour Superstore on the live show on ESPN 700 with Tony and Quano, who help us celebrate Utah Section PGA award winners, Devin Dehlin, Mark Owen, Brayden Swapp, Todd Tanner and Stacy Jones. Oh, and Tele Wightman's way cool Instagram contest win. 

Mike Weir joins the live show on ESPN 700 to break down his Champions Tour year, oh and the President's Cup. We celebrate the impactful life of Utah golf pro legend Via Wightman with his kids, Tele Wightman, Juli Erikson and Sarah Ofehengaua. Callaway's Michael Vrska tricks us out with the fitting deets we need. All with Quano Moore at the PGA Tour Superstore. 

Holiday season is approaching so fast it is scary. Rodney Chamblee, from PGA Tour Superstore, joins me to talk about a ton of gift ideas at any budget. From clubs, to full simulators, to some great stocking stuffer ideas.

LIVE from the GNFCC 2022 Women in Leadership Summit: Chon Trent, PGA Tour Superstore (North Fulton Business Radio, Episode 566) Chon Trent, Manager of Integrated Marketing Communications with PGA Tour Superstore, joined host John Ray LIVE from the GNFCC 2022 Women in Leadership Summit. They talked about the PGA Tour Superstore, executive sponsorship for women, […] The post LIVE from the GNFCC 2022 Women in Leadership Summit: Chon Trent, PGA Tour Superstore appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

We are live at the massive PGA Tour Superstore in Roswell, GA to explore the massive inventory of clubs, balls, apparel and more! In addition to the latest technological advances in equipment, the store also offers custom fitting and lessons to bring out the best golfer in everyone.

We are live at the gorgeous Atlanta Country Club for The Blank Center for Stuttering Tournament. Learn more about the efforts by PGA Tour Superstore and Arthur Blank to bring awareness to stuttering, and hear PGA Tour player Christiaan Bezuidenhout's experience overcoming his own stutter.

This episode is the third of a three part interview with Ralph Stokes. This serves as a great wrap up of our little portrait of a real-life change agent, aka revolutionary. If you want to see the whole interview with Ralph unedited, you can find it here on our YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkvHgGMq-XM Ralph is our featured guest at our Next TSM Live Lunch September 14th. Get you ticket at the link below – and text me any questions you have for Ralph ahead of time to 678-453-6774. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/this-stuff-matters-live-with-tom-gray-and-special-guest-ralph-stokes-tickets-360213507297?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is the second of a three part interview with Ralph Stokes. Pay attention to the lessons Ralph shares in this episode: notice that facing difficulty and challenge is not only inevitable in life, it is actually indispensable in developing the character of our kind of revolutionaries. There is a great paragraph in the Bible about how we should view our suffering, knowing that the right mindset toward life's most painful moments is actually the key to complete and mature character. It's James 1:1-3 if you want to explore it for yourself.   Ralph is our featured guest at our Next TSM Live Lunch September 14th. Get you ticket at the link below – and text me any questions you have for Ralph ahead of time to 678-453-6774. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/this-stuff-matters-live-with-tom-gray-and-special-guest-ralph-stokes-tickets-360213507297?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My guest and friend, Andrew Song, recently took on a new job as operations program manager for PGA Tour Superstore and in this week's episode he explains why this has been the perfect job for him. To be honest, we don't chat too much about the job itself, but rather Andrew shares with me what it has been like for him and his family to step down from his job as a church pastor for over a decade and step into a new and different chapter of life. If you feel like you're in a period of transition and need some encouragement, listen to this conversation with Andrew! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/blair-kim/support

Jill Thomas is the CMO of PGA TOUR Superstore. The company, and the sport, have both seen a recent surge of growth due to COVID-19 and golf's unique position as an outdoor activity that is social distancing-friendly and connection fostering. A large part of Jill's goal is to continue fostering growth in the sport and attracting people from diverse backgrounds to it. One of their primary channels for that growth is through the retail store. Creating an inclusive environment that is welcoming to avid golfers and curious newcomers alike is what Jill sees as the company's path to future growth. Another big facet of Jill's role is diversity. For too long, women have played a minimized role in both the business world and the sport of golf. Through its store culture, PGA TOUR Superstores hopes to make all customers feel welcome. Listen to the full episode to learn more about how PGA TOUR Superstores is expanding the world of golf to a broader audience and impacting not only the future of retail but of the sport as well. Learn more at retailgetsreal.com.

Episode 3 – release date August 30th   This episode is the first of a three part interview with Ralph Stokes, the Vice President for Diversity, Partnerships & Community Relations for the PGA Superstore. Ralph is a great change agent (revolutionary) role model. Ralph's book, “One of the First” chronicles the lessons he's learned through a lifetime of making a difference. Ralph was one of the first five black football players at the University of Alabama under Coach Bear Bryant. Join me as we pick up priceless nuggets from Ralph in part 1 of this interview – we going to hear from Ralph about who shaped his life and how working through challenges and adversity are necessary for us to ultimately bring about the change we know is needed.   Ralph is our featured guest at our Next TSM Live Lunch September 14th. Get you ticket at the link below – and text me any questions you have for Ralph ahead of time to 678-453-6774. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/this-stuff-matters-live-with-tom-gray-and-special-guest-ralph-stokes-tickets-360213507297?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=escbSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We put a bow on the Open Championship and the State Am on the live show on ESPN 700 from the PGA TOUR Superstore in Sandy. Zac Jones, Kurt Kragthorpe, Tony McQuivey and Quano Moore join in. We reconnect with Spencer Dunaway, the new assistant golf coach at the U. 

Jonathan Maldonado is the Learning and Development Manager at PGA TOUR Superstore. He has a vast experience with deskless workers with his experience from Cingular. Jonathan was a former frontline employee himself and he is passionate about making sure they have everything they need to succeed. Jonathan joins host Justin Lake to talk about some of the biggest challenges facing frontline workers and how we can overcome them.    Takeaways  The biggest challenge facing frontline workers today is trying to increase engagement and adoption when it comes to learning materials. Learning and Development is an investment as it costs time and money to train someone properly.  Change can vary from being a daily experience to being something that doesn't happen often, but either way you want to prepare employees for. You have to look at the gaps and see if you can get people over to a new system and change their behaviors around it. There needs to be an appropriate amount of time to get change to go out and make sure it rolled out properly. Take the pressure off of retail by partnering with the department heads so that they can help plan out a proper lay out for any change coming down the line. Getting boots on the ground is a great method to help upper level managers understand what is really going on and see where they need to help out.   Quote of the show 3:19 “When it comes to learning and development and training, there's an investment. That time costs money, the money it takes to develop content as well as the money and time that it takes for people to absorb that particular content.” Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-maldonado-475536110/ Company Website: https://www.pgatoursuperstore.com/   Ways to Tune In: Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/2f4ecd92-6468-4769-b0bf-254e236510b7/FRONTLINE-INNOVATORS  Apple Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/frontline-innovators/id1572329402 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/29m3wnK8pbFjdSvJ9wjmyS Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/frontline-innovators Google Play - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZnJvbnRsaW5laW5ub3ZhdG9ycy5jb20vZmVlZC54bWw YouTube - https://youtu.be/HLOx5Lbbvg0

Some people see golf as a sport for the elite, but the truth is 75% of golf courses in the U.S. are open to the public. Golf players are more diverse than ever, and brands like PGA TOUR SuperStore are committed to continuing to make the sport inclusive to all. Jill Thomas is PGA TOUR SuperStore's CMO and leads her team in modernizing their marketing strategy as their audience grows. Jill has more than 25 years of senior leadership with a consistent record of growth at some of the world's most admired companies, including The Walt Disney Company, Cinnabon, Yum! Brands, Edible Arrangements, and PepsiCo. In this episode, Jill and Alan talk about the strategies that enable brand growth, Jill's formula for marketing nirvana, and how to reach new audiences. Later on, they discuss what endears brands to us and why you need to lean into evolving technology in your marketing strategy. In this episode, you'll learn: Empathy enables brand growth How to achieve personalization at scale Right person + right message + right moment Key Highlights [01:00] Two pivotal moments in Jill's career [03:30] The importance of a good mentor [08:00] Reaching new audiences with golf [15:30] Marketing strategies Jill's team used to fuel growth [20:00] Connecting with audiences through storytelling and humor [23:00] How motherhood has contributed to Jill's success [25:00] Jill's advice for her younger self [26:30] Achieving personalization at scale [29:30] Brands worth admiring [32:30] The biggest threat facing marketers Resources Mentioned: Jill Thomas PGA TOUR SuperStore Mark Irby, former VP Marketing at Publix Women's Golf Day Father's Day Ad Quiet Sign Guy Spoof Follow the podcast: Listen in iTunes (link: http://apple.co/2dbdAhV) Listen in Google Podcasts (link: http://bit.ly/2Rc2kVa) Listen in Spotify (Link: http://spoti.fi/2mCUGnC) Connect with the Guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jill-thomas-b339099/ https://twitter.com/JillThomas26 https://twitter.com/PGATSS Connect with Marketing Today and Alan Hart: http://twitter.com/abhart https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanhart http://twitter.com/themktgtoday https://www.facebook.com/themktgtoday/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/marketing-today-with-alan-hart/ Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/marketingtoday See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jill Thomas is the CMO of PGA TOUR Superstore. The company, and the sport, have both seen a recent surge of growth due to COVID-19 and golf's unique position as an outdoor activity that is social distancing-friendly and connection fostering. We talk about how PGA TOUR Superstore is expanding the world of golf to a broader audience, impacting not only the future of retail but of the sport as well.   Learn more at retailgetsreal.com.

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