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Golf's $25 billion market rides economy to gain on Woods' return Bloomberg Share    
Golf in the U.S. is growing for the first time in five years as an economic recovery strengthens enough to be measured in the clubs, cleats and plaid shorts that fuel the sport's $25 billion consumer market. The rebound is reflected on the links. Americans are feeling secure enough in their jobs to increase leisure spending, returning to a sport basking in the media spotlight with the Masters Tournament and Tiger Woods' first PGA victory in more than two years. More
For Masters, Augusta in a bind over female IBM CEO San Francisco Chronicle Share
Will IBM's Ginni Rometty be able to wear a green jacket at the Masters Tournament? As Augusta National Golf Club prepares to host the competition, it faces a quandary: The club hasn't admitted a woman as a member since its founding eight decades ago, yet historically it has invited the chief executive officer of IBM, one of three Masters sponsors, to join the organization. More
Q&A with golf course designer Gil Hanse Forbes Share
Last month golf course designer Gil Hanse was chosen as the architect of the Olympic golf course for the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Games. The selection lifted the 48-year-old Hanse into the golf design limelight, an ascension that was long overdue. Forbes caught up with Hanse on the eve of the Masters to talk design, Augusta National and what to watch for during the Masters. More
5 Rhode Island golf courses receive DEM award certification Department of Environmental Management Share
Department of Environmental Management Director Janet Coit recognized five Rhode Island golf courses for their commitment to employing "green" environmental practices during an event sponsored by the Rhode Island Turfgrass Foundation. All superintendents at these honored golf courses are GCSAA members: Simon Harootian; Scott Gabrielson, CGCS; Michael Dachowski; Kirk A. Whiting, CGCS; and Brett R. Johnson, CGCS. More
Del Paso Country Club to host 2015 U.S. Senior Open USGA Share
USGA announced Del Paso Country Club in Sacramento, Calif., as the host site for the 2015 U.S. Senior Open Championship. This will be the fifth USGA championship held at Del Paso Country Club where GCSAA member Mark McKinney, CGCS, is the superintendent. The dates of the championship are June 25-28. More
Capturing carbon from the air to help solve the climate crisis GreenBiz.com Share
The debate on climate change is exhausting for many of us. That said, whether or not you believe in it, here are the facts: Burning fossil fuels puts CO2 in the atmosphere. Ninety-eight percent is caused by man. This causes greenhouse effect. There is no debate about that. The debate is centered upon what this means to climate/weather. There is some uncertainty, however, this is no reason simply to do nothing and wait around. More
Turning compliance into innovation, profit GreenBiz.com Share
Few businesspeople like the word "regulation," but some companies are netting some unexpected benefits from it. In the process of gathering the data they need to comply with all of the state and federal laws, international legislation and the demands of modern-day sustainability reporting, companies are finding new ways to improve their products and even boost their profit. More
Break out or break down GolfBusiness Share
"Incredible," says Jim Keegan, CEO of the consulting firm Golf Convergence in response to a smartphone app that is able to find nearby golf courses, rank each based on Facebook likes and industry preference, then proceed to dial the course and make a resveration. As the founder of Fairway Systems in 1989, Keegan was one of the first to create golf-specific software applications. But even he is awed by what's possible with today's technology. More
Good managers lead through a team Harvard Business Review Share
"Manage your team" might seem clear and straightforward. Yet when we talk about it, we often find it's not an intuitive concept for many managers and for some it even cuts against the grain of what they think they should do as bosses. Perhaps the easiest way to explain the problem is through the phrase, "manage through the team." More
How do you spell success? E-T-H-I-C-S Sustainable Business Forum Share
Tired of people blaming the recession for their lack of business, stagnation or loss of motivation? The reality is that companies have cash reserves, 90 percent of the workforce still is employed and the market is recovering. So what and where is your success? It lies within you. More
GCSAA, BIGGA agree to collaborate GCSAA Share
GCSAA and the British and International Golf Greenkeepers Association have announced their intention to share and develop resources that will benefit both organizations, their members and the golf course management profession. The collaboration will cover education conferences and trade shows; support from industry sponsors and partners; professional development and education; and membership products, services and information. More
Chapter leaders convene at GCSAA headquarters for symposium GCSAA Share
Forty-three representatives from 26 affiliated GCSAA chapters strengthened their leadership skills during GCSAA's Chapter Leaders/Executives Symposium, March 27-28, at GCSAA headquarters in Lawrence, Kan. Volunteer leaders and executives attended the program designed to provide concepts and ideas to support chapter effectiveness. More
Catch GCSAA on the Golf Channel GCSAA.tv Share
 GCSAA will once again be a staple on the Golf Channel during its Masters coverage through commercials, interviews and branded features. GCSAA and its members also will be seen on a variety of news and talk programs such as Golf Central and Morning Drive. GCSAA President Sandy Queen, CGCS, will appear on Wednesday, April 4, after 1 p.m. EDT as part of the Masters Preview. Get a sneak peek of the scheduled GCSAA commercials that focus on GCSAA member expertise, sustainability and golfer satisfaction. The three spots will air 350 times from late-March through mid-August.
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Upcoming webcasts GCSAA Share
GCSAA's lineup of live webcasts covers the latest challenges and issues facing superintendents. Learn from leading experts in the turfgrass and golf course management fields, as well as from your fellow superintendents — all from the comfort of your own home or office! All webcasts are now free to GCSAA members. GCSAA webcasts:
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