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This is the Golf Business podcast brought to you by the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA), the leading voice for today's owners and operators. Each episode features guests and discussions about some of the most important matters in our business. This podcast is supported by Yamaha Golf Cars, the official golf car partner of NGCOA.

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Episode 104: Greg Nathan (CEO, National Golf Foundation)

Fresh off National Golf Day, Episode 104 of the Golf Business Podcast features NGCOA CEO Jay Karen and his special guest Greg Nathan, President & CEO of the National Golf Foundation, for a data-driven conversation on the current state of the golf economy, record participation growth and the continued evolution of off-course golf. Listen in for timely insights, industry trends and practical…

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Episode 103: Jon Last (Sports & Leisure Research Group) | Bodo Seiber (Tagmarshal)

Description: Join in on this Golf Business LIVE conversation with Jon Last, founder and president of Sports & Leisure Research Group, as he sat down with NGCOA Sr. Director of Education Taylor Wall at Golf Business Conference 2026 and the 2026 PGA Show! Learn about the latest trends and data from Jon's extensive consumer research and how those compare to both golfer and golf course owner insights…

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Episode 102: Tom Coyne (Golf Writer) | Steve Skinner (KemperSports)

Join in on this Golf Business LIVE conversation when NGCOA CEO Jay Karen welcomes acclaimed golf writer, editor, broadcaster, designer, and storyteller—and now course owner—Tom Coyne. Jay delves into the books that have shaped Tom's career, from his journey of playing golf in all 50 states to his latest work chronicling the revival of a 100-year-old golf course from the owner's perspective. Then,…

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Episode 101: Evan Roosevelt (Old Tom Capital) | Lightspeed

Join in on this Golf Business LIVE conversation when Jay Karen (NGCOA CEO) welcomes special guest Evan Roosevelt, Co-Founder of Old Tom Capital, the leading investment firm focused entirely on the golf industry. Evan brings a unique perspective on where capital is flowing, what innovations are shaping the future, and how course owners can stay ahead. Find out where he sees opportunity, risk, and…

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Episode 100: Jay Karen (CEO, NGCOA) and Don Rea, PGA (President, PGA of America) | Tagmarshal

On a recent 'Golf Business LIVE', Jay Karen (CEO, NGCOA) and Don Rea, PGA (President, PGA of America) reacted to National Golf Day 2025 and gave updates on legislative items that were covered in D.C. that could impact your golf business. Hear updates on key items crossing Jay Karen's desk, including potential legislation against the practice of dynamic pricing in CA, protective measures for owners…

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Episode 99: Paul Sullivan (Golf Digest + New York Times Contributor) | Toptracer + Reimagine Golf

Jay Karen (CEO, NGCOA) and Don Rea, PGA (President, PGA of America) cover the top stories and emerging headlines across the golf industry with special guest Paul Sullivan, an author, former New York Times columnist, and current Golf Digest contributor. Listen in as they dive into his recent article detailing where forthcoming policies from our country's new administration will intersect with the…

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Episode 98: Don Rea + Jay Karen (2024 Recap) | Ronnie Miles (NGCOA)

Join Jay Karen (NGCOA CEO) and Don Rea, PGA (Owner, Augusta Ranch GC) as we put a bow on another eventful year in the golf industry. Not only is this the FINAL episode of 2024, but it's also the FIRST for Don Rea as President of the PGA of America. Find out what's on Don's radar, and the role course owners from coast to coast play in continuing to strengthen our industry. Plus, Jay and Don review…

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Episode 97: Ross Liggett + Del Ratcliffe (AI Conversation) | Mike Bremer (Relay)

Listen in as Jay Karen (CEO, NGCOA) and Don Rea, PGA (Vice President, PGA of America) welcome special guests Ross Liggett, Founder and Managing Partner at Metolius Golf, and Del Ratcliffe, COO of Pinnacle Golf Properties and President of CourseRev AI to the show. Listen in as they cover all corners of AI in this episode of Golf Business LIVE – including a look at how golfers are currently engaging…

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Episode 96: Bryan Bros | Jason Pearsall (Club Caddie)

Listen in as Jay Karen (CEO, NGCOA) and Don Rea, PGA (Vice President, PGA of America) welcome special guests Wesley and George Bryan to the show. The Bryan Brothers catapulted themselves to success by recording golf trick shots on their Youtube channel, eventually growing their audience to over 300K followers. Wesley also has found success on the PGA TOUR (highlighted by a victory at the 2017 RBC…

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Episode 95: Lee Trevino | Chris Nowak (PGA HOPE)

BEST OF → For this special episode of the Golf Business podcast, listen in on a few of the highlights from an unforgettable Q&A at NGCOA's 2024 Golf Business Conference in Orlando, Fla., on January 24, 2024. National Golf Course Owners Association CEO Jay Karen welcomed golf legend and six-time major championship winner Lee Trevino, and they discussed countless stories, successes, and signature…

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