28/06/2023
The PGA is delighted to offer all golf industry professionals a complimentary subscription to Golf Business Quarterly (GBQ), the dedicated magazine for all those who work and volunteer in golf.
Presenting a rounded view of golf business, the magazine includes in-depth interviews and genuine analysis of key data around the most important topics facing the golf industry. GBQ is supported by a steering group of senior industry figures, whose contributions ensure a broad perspective on the golf business landscape.
Robert Maxfield, Chief Executive of The PGA, commented: “This is a genuinely exciting time to be working in the golf industry and we look forward to welcoming the people who make golf happen into the GBQ community.
"GBQ will enrich your professional journey, keep you at the forefront of industry developments and facilitate the sharing of our collective knowledge for the advancement of our industry. I’d encourage everyone in golf to take up this opportunity to enjoy a free subscription.”
Published by The PGA, GBQ is dedicated to providing:
Thought Leadership: GBQ features contributions from prominent voices in the golf business, offering deep insights and genuine analysis of key industry data. The mission is to help professionals like you stay ahead of the curve.
Comprehensive Coverage: GBQ tackles the most significant topics affecting the golf industry today, including the staffing crisis, sustainability, technology, diversity, participation and the future of golf club membership. GBQ aims to provide a holistic understanding of the larger landscape in which we all operate.
Exclusive Interviews: GBQ engages in conversations with influential figures, granting you access to the thoughts and experiences of industry leaders. In 2022, the magazine featured such notables as Phil Anderton (The R&A's Chief Development Officer), Lisa Lovatt (Ping Managing Director), Paul Hedges (Former Foremost Managing Director), and Antony Scanlon (Executive Director of the International Golf Federation).
Trustworthy Data: GBQ presents the key data you need to stay informed, sourcing top-line data on participation figures, rounds played, retail trends and more from reputable sources.
Broadened Perspectives: GBQ goes beyond the boundaries of golf, providing you with moments of reflection and inspiration. Each issue includes "The Inspiration," a thought-provoking conversation with a figure whose perspective can broaden our understanding and spark new ideas.
The latest issue of GBQ is all about sustainability – and we wanted to look at a subject that affects us all from both an international and a hyper-local perspective. As The R&A put it in their Golf Course 2030 initiative: "Golf has a unique relationship with the natural environment and a responsibility to ensure that future generations are able to enjoy the game played by millions around the world."
We have looked at sustainability in the round, considering not only the macro issues but also how companies – and even individuals – are tackling it. We have sought views from:
