PGA Championship

2024 Charles Schwab Challenge Champion’s Prize Revealed as a 1975 Schwab Stingray

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240501314689/en/
    The winner of the 2024 Charles Schwab Challenge will drive off in a fully restored 1975 Schwab Stingray - along with Colonial’s Leonard Trophy and Scottish Royal Tartan Plaid jacket.
  • The 1975 Schwab Stingray features a:
    This 2024 Champion’s Prize continues the tradition that began five years ago in 2019 with the fully renovated and customized 1973 Schwab Challenger , then the 1946 Schwab Power Wagon in 2021, the 1979 Schwab Firebird in 2022, and most recently the 1973 Schwab Bronco which was won by 2023 Charles Schwab Challenge Champion, Emiliano Grillo.
  • Over Memorial Day Weekend, Schwab will once again honor our heroes at the 2024 Charles Schwab Challenge.
  • Charles Schwab & Co. signed on as title sponsor of the annual event at Colonial Country Club for the 2019 Charles Schwab Challenge.

Protiviti Swings Into Action to Fight Hunger: 2024 'Birdies for Meals' Campaign With Professional Golfers Matt Fitzpatrick and Jennifer Kupcho Kicks Off

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

MENLO PARK, Calif., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global consulting firm Protiviti is aiming to donate more than 150,000 meals to non-profit organization U.S. Hunger, based on the total number of birdies made by its golf brand ambassadors Matt Fitzpatrick and Jennifer Kupcho during the 2024 Major Championships. Launched in 2021, the 'Birdies for Meals' campaign is part of Protiviti's global i on Hunger community service program focused on reducing world hunger and strengthening communities. The public is invited to participate by making their own donations to the campaign.

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  • Hunger, based on the total number of birdies made by its golf brand ambassadors Matt Fitzpatrick and Jennifer Kupcho during the 2024 Major Championships.
  • The public is invited to participate by making their own donations to the campaign.
  • "Inspired by Matt and Jen's commitment to continued excellence, we look forward to donating more meals during this year's Majors."
  • Protiviti will donate an additional 25,000 meals for each event Fitzpatrick or Kupcho win throughout the season.

LEXUS PARTNERS WITH PGA OF AMERICA AS THE OFFICIAL VEHICLE OF THE PGA CHAMPIONSHIP, KITCHENAID SENIOR PGA CHAMPIONSHIP, KPMG WOMEN'S PGA CHAMPIONSHIP, AND PGA FRISCO

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

Today, the luxury brand announced a new partnership with the PGA of America as the Official Vehicle of the PGA Championship, KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, and the KPMG Women's PGA Championship.

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  • Today, the luxury brand announced a new partnership with the PGA of America as the Official Vehicle of the PGA Championship, KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, and the KPMG Women's PGA Championship.
  • In addition, Lexus will become the Official Vehicle of PGA Frisco, in close proximity to Lexus headquarters.
  • At the Omni PGA Frisco Resort, Lexus will prominently display three Lexus courtesy vehicles available for guest transport while on property.
  • "We are proud to welcome Lexus as the Official Vehicle for three of our spectator championships and our new home, PGA Frisco," said PGA of America Senior Director, Global Partnerships, Luke Reissman.

Logistics Giant Ryder Ups Game with Pro Golfer Sam Ryder; Secures New Sponsorship Level & Launches New TV Ads

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

It also includes two new humorous TV ads featuring Sam Ryder, as he renews his efforts to prove he’s more than a namesake.

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  • It also includes two new humorous TV ads featuring Sam Ryder, as he renews his efforts to prove he’s more than a namesake.
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    Ryder ups its game with professional golfer Sam Ryder, shifting its corporate logo to a more prominent position on Sam’s hat and launching two new humorous TV ads.
  • People love Sam Ryder,” says Karen Jones, EVP, CMO, and head of new product development for Ryder.
  • So, Sam Ryder comes up with some marketing ideas for Ryder, writing amusing jingles, sharing taglines, and brainstorming company event ideas.

ONEflight International hosts Fortinet Championship Pro-Am in Napa Valley featuring top PGA golfers in support of local charities

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Nov. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ONEflight International, a leading private aviation company, is proud to announce its sponsorship of the Fortinet Championship Pro-Am.

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  • ENGLEWOOD, Colo., Nov. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ONEflight International, a leading private aviation company, is proud to announce its sponsorship of the Fortinet Championship Pro-Am.
  • The tournament featured a week of golf, entertainment, and community impact at the iconic Silverado Resort in Napa Valley, California between September 11-17, 2023.
  • Presented by ONEflight, the Fortinet Championship Pro-Am featured a major lineup of worldclass professional golfers, including PGA Championship winner Justin Thomas, Max Homa, Sahith Theegala, and Joel Dahmen.
  • The Fortinet Championship has also made a significant impact on the Napa Valley community in collaboration with ONEflight International: over the last decade, the tournament raised over $9 million to support various local charities in the Napa Valley region.

ESPN APP, INCLUDING ESPN+, NOW AVAILABLE ON LG SMART TVS

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics USA announced today that the ESPN App, including ESPN+, the industry-leading sports app and streaming platform, are now available on LG Smart TVs1 including its lineup of award-winning LG OLED Smart TVs.

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  • LG Expands Its Sports Entertainment and Content Offerings,
    ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics USA announced today that the ESPN App, including ESPN+, the industry-leading sports app and streaming platform, are now available on LG Smart TVs1 including its lineup of award-winning LG OLED Smart TVs.
  • The arrival of the ESPN App with ESPN+ on LG Smart TVs also gives users the ability to subscribe to the Disney Bundle Trio, which includes access to Disney+, Hulu and ESPN+.
  • Today, LG offers the widest lineup of OLED TV's from 42 thru 97 inch screen sizes, as well as innovative OLED TV solutions such as the world's only 42-inch flexible TV, the LG OLED Flex , and unique lifestyle TVs including the LG OLED Pose' .
  • 1The ESPN App, including ESPN+, are now available on 2020 and newer model LG Smart TVs.

PGA of America Selects T-Mobile as its Exclusive 5G Wireless Innovation Partner

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Monday, November 6, 2023

The PGA of America today announced it has chosen T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) as its official 5G innovation partner.

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  • The PGA of America today announced it has chosen T-Mobile (NASDAQ: TMUS) as its official 5G innovation partner.
  • As part of the collaboration, the PGA of America will utilize a 5G hybrid network from T-Mobile’s 5G Advanced Network Solutions at the brand-new Home of the PGA of America and PGA of America Coaching Center in Frisco, Texas.
  • Plus, PGA of America will utilize a 5G hybrid network to enhance fan experiences at the PGA Championship and the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship.
  • The PGA of America will also be developing a broadcasting and content innovation hub at the Home of the PGA of America.

Los Angeles Golf Club Welcomes Collin Morikawa as Inaugural TGL Team Player

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Los Angeles Golf Club (LAGC), the inaugural team in TGL presented by SoFi, is thrilled to announce the signing of PGA TOUR star and Los Angeles native Collin Morikawa as their inaugural team player. This announcement marks a monumental moment for LAGC and TGL presented by SoFi, a new golf league that fuses advanced tech and live action with six teams made up of 24 of the best players in the sport.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Los Angeles Golf Club (LAGC), the inaugural team in TGL presented by SoFi, is thrilled to announce the signing of PGA TOUR star and Los Angeles native Collin Morikawa as their inaugural team player.
  • Los Angeles Golf Club Welcomes Collin Morikawa as Inaugural TGL Team Player.
  • Alexis Ohanian, founder of Seven Seven Six and founding investor of Los Angeles Golf Club, said, "We're incredibly excited to welcome Collin to the Los Angeles Golf Club family.
  • "I'm honored and excited to join Los Angeles Golf Club as their inaugural team player," Morikawa shared.

CASA AZUL TEQUILA WELCOMES FIVE-TIME MAJOR CHAMPION AND FORMER WORLD #1 BROOKS KOEPKA TO ITS ROSTER OF INFLUENTIAL INVESTORS, DURING NATIONAL GOLF MONTH

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Friday, August 11, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresh off his history-making win at the 2023 PGA Championship, Casa Azul® welcomes its latest partner and investor, Brooks Koepka. Koepka joins a growing roster of influential investors who share a passion for quality and performance at the highest levels, values that are fundamental to Casa Azul and its founder, beverage icon Lance Collins.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresh off his history-making win at the 2023 PGA Championship, Casa Azul ® welcomes its latest partner and investor, Brooks Koepka.
  • Casa Azul Tequila Soda launched in August 2022, followed by the award-winning Casa Azul Organic Tequila debuting in May 2023.
  • Casa Azul Tequila Soda is partnered with two-time national champion and football icon Travis Kelce.
  • Most recently, Casa Azul announced U.S. Women's Open Champion and golf icon Michelle Wie West as an investor and partner.

Michigan Hospitality Foundation Collaborates with KitchenAid Brand to Develop the Next Generation of Culinary Professionals

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Friday, August 11, 2023

Lansing, MI, Aug. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Michigan Hospitality Foundation (MHF) has announced a three-year agreement with Whirlpool Corporation and their KitchenAid brand to support hospitality education programming throughout the state.

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  • Lansing, MI, Aug. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Michigan Hospitality Foundation (MHF) has announced a three-year agreement with Whirlpool Corporation and their KitchenAid brand to support hospitality education programming throughout the state.
  • The Michigan Hospitality Foundation will supplement this investment by purchasing Pasta Roller & Cutter attachments to be distributed to schools alongside the stand mixers.
  • “This partnership will drive student and educator learning and engagement in the hospitality industry,” said Amanda Smith, executive director of the Michigan Hospitality Foundation.
  • “We’re excited to be working alongside the KitchenAid brand and to support Michigan students interested in pursuing a culinary or hospitality career.”
    “KitchenAid is pleased to partner with The Michigan Hospitality Foundation to support its effort in fostering the hospitality industry” said Chad Ries, KitchenAid small appliances global brand director.