Section News

PGAJLG Success Stories, Part I

In this article, I am going take a step back from promoting PGA Junior League Golf (PGAJLG) myself and give the opportunity to some of our Section Professionals from the Central Washington, Inland Empire and Western Montana Chapters tell their stories. Primarily, I am hoping you’ll see how running with PGAJLG in 2016 made a … Read more

February 2017 CEO’s Report

I just returned from the PGA Executive Director Conference and PGA Merchandise Show in Florida.  I enjoyed two very busy days of interaction with my fellow Section executives and National staff, followed by three days of meeting with our sponsors. We also enjoyed a presentation by Ian James of Retail Tribe centered on developing and … Read more

You’re Invited to the Hall of Fame Banquet

The Pacific NW Section PGA, along with the PGA, administers the Pacific Northwest Golf Hall of Fame, which recognizes the game’s brightest stars from the region who have excelled at the highest level of golf competition. We are excited to honor this year’s nominees at a special induction banquet, Friday night, April 28th. RSVP We … Read more

THE Most Beneficial Tool in My Toolbox

I work with employers every day to get the word out to PGA Professionals about open positions. When working side-by-side to gather all of the information regarding the job, there is a multitude of questions posed to me by employers. Topics include: “Can I get someone here by March 1st?” “Do you have some good … Read more

Changes Hit Social Security Benefits

“Of all the hazards, fear is the worst” – Sam Snead Social Security benefits for about 60 million retired and disabled workers and their dependents will increase slightly in 2017, but for many beneficiaries, the minuscule 0.3% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will be wiped out by higher Medicare premiums. Whether you are receiving monthly checks or … Read more

February 2017 President’s Report

Dear Fellow PNWPGA Professionals, The governance of your Section is taken very seriously by the Section Board, staff and committees.  I’m excited to announce a change in committees this year that will improve the development and enhancement of our professionals. The “Professional Development Committee” is a newly created committee that will deliver important activities for … Read more

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