LAKE MARY, FL – The International Network of Golf will once again open the doors to ClubING, the ING Hospitality Room, to members and guests at the PGA Show this week, Jan. 21-23 at the Orange County Convention Center. ClubING returns to Room 312-B in the Media Center.
The non-profit International Network of Golf is “where media connects with the golf industry.” Members include golf media of all types and executives from all aspects of the golf industry. You can join ING by visiting www.inggolf.com and click on JOIN ING.
ClubING opens at 8 am each day at the PGA Show, and can be utilized by ING members for meetings, networking, or just taking a break from the Show floor.
ING will conduct three main events at this year’s Show. The 32nd Annual ING Media Awards Presentation is set for Wednesday at 12:30 pm in Room 312-A. Dozens of ING media members will be recognized for outstanding work in 12 categories. Everyone is invited.
The Hal Sutton Makefield Golf Presentation and Reception is set for Wednesday from 3 pm to 4 pm. Sutton is a 14-time winner on the PGA Tour, continues to impact the game through his performance philosophy and brand, “Be the Right Club Today,” sharing lessons on preparation, decision-making, and elite mindset. His presentation starts at 3 pm in Room 312-A, then moves over for a reception and one-on-one time in Room 312-B at 3:30. All ING members and media covering the PGA Show are invited.
The 2nd Annual ING Media Showcase of New Products will take place Thursday at 12:30 pm, also in Room 312-A. All ING members and any media covering the Show are invited to hear from the five companies chosen from over 30 entries. The five companies are Runner Putters, Makefield Putters, Stitch Golf, Blue Tees Golf, and Shot Scope.
Several companies have signed on as ClubING Support Sponsors.
Bridgestone Golf:
The Georgia-based company designs and manufactures a full range of golf equipment including balls, clubs, and accessories utilizing both the Bridgestone and Precept brand names. The Tour B Series ball is one of the industry’s most popular. The Tour B Mindset ball helps in visualization of the shot with less thought and better focus.
CertiFresh Cigar:
For over 25 years, CertiFresh Cigar® has offered the finest brand-name cigars that are delivered in a perfectly humidified custom package. Boveda’s patented two-way humidity control device is the cornerstone of CertiFresh packaging. The device keeps cigars at a precise 69% humidity that guarantees their freshness for one year without a humidor. CertiFresh packaging is individually customized for an impact like no other cigar sales program, and has revolutionized how premium cigars are distributed to and sold at nontraditional cigar retailers.
PGA Show:
The PGA Show, organized by Reed Exhibitions (RX) and the PGA of America, is the longest running and largest global gathering for the business of golf. PGA of America Golf Professionals and industry leaders form a dynamic international community to source and test the game’s latest innovations, learn proven business solutions from industry experts, develop skills and connections to further their career, create additional value for facilities, build their individual business and drive continued growth of the sport.
Stitch Golf:
Stitch Golf is a luxury golf brand founded in 2012 that specializes in designing and manufacturing premium golf gear, travel bags, and apparel, all characterized by meticulous attention to detail and an inspiration from vintage motorsports. The company started as a headcover business but has since expanded its product line to include innovative, lightweight golf bags made from its proprietary STITCH Touring Fabric™, as well as a full range of performance-driven apparel designed to transition seamlessly from work to play.
Zero Friction:
Zero Friction is known industry wide for being on the cutting edge when it comes to introducing new products to players and creative packaging for its retail partners. Zero Friction provides high-quality, technologically advanced products for golfers worldwide, including gloves, performance golf tees, balls and accessories. Zero Friction’s colorful line of compression-fit gloves for men, women and juniors takes the guesswork out of sizing. Compression-fit technology means a universal fit within the various models, and the glove that will hold its shape longer than any on the market.
For more information, call 407-474-0531 or visit www.inggolf.com.
CONTACT:
Jennifer Dixon
Jennifer@jamisongolf.com
407-474-0531