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Karen Cant'rell Eckert & Ken Schoefield with Ryder Cup
 

On a recent buying trip to Europe, Karen Cant'rell Eckert, WIGI 2nd VP, met with Ken Schoefield, former Executive Director of the European PGA Tour. The trophy in the photo is the real Ryder Cup since it is currently in Europe.

Iconic Sport Founder, Leslie Chow, Selected As Featured Profile For Northern California Golf Association Annual Publication

Founder and designer of women's luxury performance apparel manufacturer, Iconic™ Sport, Leslie Chow, will appear as the profile subject for the Member Spotlight segment of the 2007 Bluebook edition of the NCGA Golf Magazine.

The member spotlight is a regular feature of the quarterly publication, NCGA Golf, which is mailed to over 180,000 Northern California Golf Association members, as well as each of the 400 member golf clubs. Individuals chosen for the two page spread are selected by the NCGA Golf's editorial staff with subject suggestions coming from a variety of sources.

2006 WIGI PGA  Show Party Hosted by Reed Expo

 
 
 

WIGI at Reed Expo Reception
PGA Merchandise Show

 

Orlando, FL -- WIGI was pleased to welcome new Board Member: Helen Atter, VP World Golf Foundation and World Golf Hall of Fame.  We know her leadership will be invaluable as will that of Roger Genuin of Walter Genuin, Mark Maley of Carnoustie, and Ron Sirak of Golf World.  Photos above from the Reed Expo Reception at the PGA Merchandise Show.  Helen Atter, top photo,left, with Helen Casey, WIGI Founder, and Pat Baldwin, WIGI Founder and Editor, Private Clubs magazine. 

Some new members and those considering membership joined the group, which numbered about 40, at the end of the day on Friday. 

To find out about WIGI participation in National Women's Golf Day, WIGI Membership Book for 2007, WIGI Top 50 Courses, WIGI Career and Internship Web Page and/ or to contribute to the WIGI White Paper, email Kathy Bissell, WIGI President, at golfshow@bellsouth.net

For membership information, contact:


Suzanne E. Palmer, Membership Chair

c/o Sporting Occasions

P.O. Box 364

Hamburg, NJ  07419

973-209-1627
sales@sportingoccasionsltd.com

Or see the membership page.

Women in The Golf Industry (WIGI) Releases White Paper:

What Women Want – from Golf

 

Ponte Vedra Beach, FL – Women in The Golf Industry (WIGI) announces the release of a White Paper:  What Women Want – from Golf for the benefit of golf operators who wish to attract more women customers to their courses.  The WIGI White Paper was created as a result of the 2004 Golf 20/20 program which spotlighted the growing women’s market. What Women Want – from Golf was made available for the first time at the 2005 Golf 20/20 meeting in November of this year. 

 

Information in What Women Want – from Golf came from variety of female industry experts who have specializations in instruction, women’s equipment, women’s apparel, communicating with women and other golf-related topics. It is presented in an as told to format, conversationally.  The document is available as a PDF download from the Golf 20/20 website www.golf20/20.com 

 

http://www.golf2020.com/industryreports.asp  

 

“We were pleased to be able to provide additional insight into the women’s market,” said WIGI president and co-founder, Kathy Bissell who worked on the project.  “ We consider this a first version, a What Women Want 1.0, if you will.  Our intention is to add to it and update it and release additional versions over time to provide even more information on how the golf industry create more women best customers.” 

 

Also included in the information is a summary of past studies done on the economic impact of  women golfers.   

 

WIGI anticipates having an updated version within six months.  An announcement will be made when a new version is available.

 

For additional information on this project, contact, Kathy Bissell at 904-233-7553 or email golfshow@bellsouth.net    

 

Women in The Golf Industry (WIGI) web site made possible by Meritsoft

 

WiGi Goals:

  • To provide networking within the golf industry.
  • To encourage a woman's voice in the golf industry.
  • To make members aware of new opportunities in golf.
  • To give support to other women in golf.
  • To create workshops, seminars and meetings, as deemed sensible,
    that will assist women in their professional lives.
  • To enjoy the game

Motto:

  • A woman's place is wherever she wants to be.


  • WiGi Membership Information
    New member applications should also be sent directly to

Suzanne E. Palmer

c/o Sporting Occasions

P.O. Box 364

Hamburg, NJ  07419

973-209-1627
sales@sportingoccasionsltd.com



Any changes or updates to your listing in the directory or on the website, please email them directly to Kathy Bissell   golfshow@bellsouth.net  











 










































PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL, January 31, 2008  Women in the Golf Industry (WIGI) has affiliated with Executive Women’s Golf Association (EWGA) in a formal alliance to further strengthen the growth and impact of women in golf. Under the agreement, EWGA and WIGI will promote the common business interests of women golfers and those who work in the sport of golf.

The EWGA will provide WIGI with administrative support and WIGI members will also become members of the EWGA. Further, WIGI members will enjoy an expanded industry-based women’s organization and together, support growth of the game activities.

“As the premier force for promoting women’s golf, the EWGA welcomes this alliance that reinforces the importance of women supporting women – for both those who work in the golf industry and those who play the game,” says Trish Davis, chief operating officer of the EWGA. As part of the agreement, Davis will serve on the WIGI board of directors.

Based in Ponte Vedra Beach, Fla., WIGI was founded in December of 2001 to provide a networking group for women who work in the golf business. Members come from all aspects of the industry including tournament management organizations, equipment companies, golf management companies, golf organizations, web designers, employment services, apparel, shoes, gloves, custom equipment, teaching and the media. For more information see www.wigi.info

 

“This new relationship will open up a variety of opportunities to WIGI members, now and in to the future,” says Kathy Bissell, president and co-founder of WIGI. “We recognize and applaud the wonderful job EWGA has done and continues to do for its nearly 20,000 members and look forward to this alliance strengthening both groups.” 

 

Since its founding in 1991, the EWGA has touched the lives of more than 85,000 women by providing opportunities to learn, play, and enjoy the game of golf for business and for life. The not-for-profit association has nearly 20,000 members at over 120 local chapters throughout the United States and international chapters in Canada and France.

 

EWGA chapters provide a wide range of golf, social and networking activities for both new and experienced golfers. A welcoming environment, golf education and player development, and organized play programs are all part of the many benefits of EWGA membership.  

 

The EWGA is headquartered in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. For more information about the association and its membership, visit www.ewga.com

 

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