Education

Bottlebrush & Cocktails

Wednesday, June 10

3:00-7:00 pm

Come out to Longleaf Golf and Family Club to attend a one-hour education session, play a relaxing six holes of golf on the short course, Bottlebrush, and then enjoy a few drinks during cocktail hour. This fun event is open to all Carolinas PGA Members and Associates. Author Betsy Butterick will share strategies to connect with the younger generation. In Kids These Days: Effective Strategies for Coaching Gen Z and Beyond, communication specialist Betsy Butterick helps coaches and leaders bridge the generational gap. With clarity, compassion, and humor, she explains what makes today’s athletes different—and how to adjust your approach without compromising your standards.

Summer Reading | The Power of Moments

Monday, June 29, 12:00 – 1:00 pm

The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact by Chip and Dan Heath Matt Pavia, PGA, leads a discussion on The Power of Moments. Learn how you can make a positive impact and enhance moments for guests of your facility.

Summer Reading | The Charismatic Leader

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 - 12:00-1:00 PM EST
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The Charismatic Leader: 21 Skills to Connect with People by John C. Maxwell Kory Reitz, PGA and Kevin Britt, PGA share the impact of charisma on your team and guests. Learn John C. Maxwell's 21 skills for connecting with people.

Summer Reading | Unreasonable Hospitality

Monday, August 31 - 12:00-1:00 PM EST

Unreasonable Hospitality: The Remarkable Power of Giving People More Than They Expect by Will Guidara Eric Schultz, PGA shares his takeaways and strategies Colleton River Club uses for premier hospitality.

Lowcountry Teaching Seminar

Monday, June 8, 2026

Long Cove Club

Piedmont Teaching Seminar

TBD

Greensboro CC - Farm Course

Registration Coming Soon!

Grand Strand Teaching Seminar

October 19th

Dustin Johnson Golf Academy

Registration Coming Soon!

Fall Teaching Summit

Sunday & Monday
November 1-2, 2026

Pinehurst Resort

Registration Coming Soon

Associate Orientation

July 21, 2026

Wildewood Club

The Associate Education Committee is hosting an Associate Orientation. We will cover playing opportunities, including the Assistants Association, Chapter, and Section tournaments. We will share resources regarding mentorship, career consulting, and PAT assistance. The afternoon session will feature a hands-on workshop to help you complete the requirements to become a PGA Member!

Changing the Game Webinar Quiz and Recording

Please watch the webinar below and complete the quiz. Earn an 80% (4 out of 5 questions correct) to pass and receive 1 PDR.

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John O'Sullivan is the author of three #1 bestselling books, Changing the Game: The Parents Guide to Raising Happy, High Performing Athletes, and Giving Youth Sports Back to our Kids (2013), Every Moment Matters: How the World’s Best Coaches Inspire Their Athletes and Build Championship Teams (2019) and The Champion Teammate: Timeless Lessons to Connect, Compete and Lead in Sports and Life (2023). John’s work has been featured by CNN, Outside Magazine, ESPN, NBC Sports and numerous other media entities. John is an internationally known speaker for coaches, parents and youth sports organizations.

Burnout Webinar Quiz and Recording

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Burnout will impact 75% of professionals (not just Golf Professionals) during their career. On a personal level, the cost is high, often leading to strained relationships and mental health disorders such as depression, anxiety, and substance abuse. For employers in the US, burnout costs around $300 billion annually due to absenteeism, reduced productivity, and healthcare costs. Additionally, burned-out employees are 2.6x more likely to actively seek a new job. Given that burnout can have such negative consequences for you, the people around you, and the success of the business, why are we not more attuned to the “Check Engine” lights that signal burnout? The truth is, our bodies have several “Check Engine” lights we can pay attention to, and there are often behavioral signals that we can notice in others.

Collaboration in Teaching Webinar

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The two most recent CPGA Teachers of the Year share how they collaborate with each other and experts to improve their teaching. 

Using Data to Benchmark Operations Webinar

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Mike Benner, PGA is a Data Management Specialist with more than 25 years of experience in club and golf operations. His primary focus is analysis of financial and operational data, and his extensive club industry background adds valuable insight to his role. Before joining the Club Benchmarking team in 2023, Mike served as the General Manager of Coosaw Creek Country Club in Charleston, SC for more than 14 years. A PGA member since 2010, Mike’s career in the club industry has seen him in various roles, including General Manager, Director of Golf, Head Golf Professional, and Director of Instruction at several private and semi-private clubs along the East Coast.

Career Path for Teachers Webinar

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Understanding Personality Webinar

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Personal Finance Webinar

Monday, January 5, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

We are excited to have Jeffrey Jackman, a Wealth Management Advisor at Northwestern Mutual, leading today’s session. Jeffrey brings extensive experience helping individuals and families build financial stability, grow their wealth, and navigate the complexities of modern financial planning. His practical insights and strategic approach make personal finance understandable and actionable for everyone.

Storytelling Webinar

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Mike Mueller discusses the art of storytelling. Learn how to portray an impressive narrative to help your careeer.

Pre and Post Shot Routine

Monday, February 2, 2026
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Nicole Weller, PGA shares pre and post shot routines for players and coaches. 

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