The American Golf Industry Coalition (AGIC), comprised of the leading voices in golf, hosted its 16th annual National Golf Day May 9 in Washington D.C.
The event, which lasted three days—May 8-10—featured a host of representatives from all corners of the golf industry converging on Capitol Hill to discuss key issues affecting the industry with policymakers.
National Golf Day brings together industry associations, partners, and leaders in the nation’s capital to celebrate the many ways in which the sport and industry positively impact the economy, people, communities and charities.
According to the AGIC, roughly 1 in 7 people participated in golf last year. In 2022, the industry had a $102 billion direct economic impact, an increase of 20% over its $84 billion direct impact in 2016. “Our industry continues to provide incredible value to the U.S. economy,” said Greg McLaughlin, CEO of AGIC and World Golf Foundation. “National Golf Day is an important milestone each year when we come together as an industry to share the story of our collective impact.”
The event concluded May 10 with golf industry representatives participating in two community service projects. In partnership with the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, National Park Service, and National Links Trust, more than 200 participants undertook beautification projects at the National Mall and Langston Golf Course – a beacon of African American golf heritage – aiming to exemplify the industry’s dedication to making a meaningful impact beyond fairways and greens.
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