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Linda Hartough is an artist based in South Carolina and spends her time painting some of the most prestigious golf holes in the world. Her work is extraordinary and realistic.  On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play presented by MemberText you will learn more about her first painting, which she did in 1984 at Augusta National Golf Club, more about the brushes and paint she uses, the time it takes to complete a painting,and the price to buy one of her originals. She also talks about the Golf Digest Lifetime Achievement Award and the process to commission a painting. This was an inspirational conversation and I am honored to have Linda on the show. Let's tee off. 

Bobby Weed is an award winning golf course designer having designed and renovated dozens of golf courses around the world including Medalist Golf Club, Slammer & Squire and TPC Summerlin. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText you will learn more about his design philosophy, his personal and professional relationship with Pete Dye, how long it takes to build a golf course, and what it was like working with Michael Jordan on his new golf course The Grove XXIII. He also talks about his foundation HEAL! and what it means to him and his family. This was a great discussion and I am honored to have Bobby on the show. Let's tee off.

Now in its 50th year, The Golf Heritage Society exists to share information about the game’s history, players, courses, championships and equipment.  On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText President Dr. Bern Bernacki will give you an overview of the society, explains The Golf, their quarterly publication, defines what a collection really is and shares insight on their connection to Arnold Palmer and The First Tee. He also talks about the impact COVID-19 has had on their organization and explains the Harris-Wolke Award. This was such a great conversation and I am honored to have Dr. Bernacki on the show. Let's tee off.

Leslie Ludlow is the General Manager at Spanish Hills Country Club. She has a history with CMAA and a passion for member and guest experience. She is also a Certified Hospitality Sales Executive.  On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText you will learn more about her journey to Spanish Hills, her time with The Golden State Chapter of CMAA, her experience being  awarded the Sally Burns Rambo Scholarship and if she thinks Tiger breaks Jack's record. She also talks about a girl’s travel softball team. Did you know Leslie is a 3 time all American and is in the PLNU Hall of Fame? This was such a fun episode and I am honored to know and to have had the chance to have Leslie on the show. Let's tee off.

My buddy Bill recently introduced me to McEwan Golf, a company producing logo hats and visors. The website is incredible, the product looks great and I wanted to learn more. I reached out to Diego Castro and scheduled time to talk.  On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText you will get an overview of the company, hear where the name comes from, learn more about their impressive list of partners, and their plans for future products. Diego also talks about their return policy and patrons only collection. This was a fun episode and  I really enjoyed having Diego on the show. Let's tee off.

Jeff and Tara Ciecko run CK Golf Solutions, a company helping golf course owners and operators make more money! Located in North Vancouver, British Columbia, Jeff and Tara offer insight on websites, mobile technology and provide monthly reporting of Key Performance Indicators.  On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText you will learn more about their company, all their clients in the Great White North, their relationship with Gallus Golf, the Industry Blog and more. Jeff also talks about the CK Golf Industry Golf Conversations and The 19h Hole Blog and their plans for going fully digital. This was a thrilling discussion and I really enjoyed having Jeff on the show. Let's tee off.

Imagine the PERFECT golfing adventure. Golf Duel can help you be creative AND experience that dream. Inspired by the "Duel in the Sun" Michael McLaughlan has created a business model to get you and your friends on some of the most prestigious courses in the world for a Ryder Cup type golf experience. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText Michael will give you an overview of Golf Duel, he discusses how business has been impacted by COVID-19, shares what courses are on his bucket list and reviews the 5 steps to a golf duel. He also talks about his favorite scotch whiskey! This was a thrilling conversation and I enjoyed having Michael on the show. Let's tee off.

Passion Graham is the Clubhouse Manager at No. 7 at Desert Mountain, a private facility located in Scottsdale, Arizona. She is involved with CMAA and was recently named among 26 managers singled out as "Fabulous Under 40".  On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText you will learn more about her journey to Desert Mountain Club, her time with CMAA, what a normal day looks like, how she stays cool during the long hot summer nights and more about the real estate component at Desert Mountain. She also talks about her favorite restaurant in downtown Phoenix! This was such a fun episode and such an honor to have Passion on the show. Let's tee off.

Suzy Whaley is the Director of Instruction at The Country Club at Mirasol, sits on both the ANNIKA Foundation Board and the PGA TOUR Policy Board, is a PGA Master Professional AND is the first woman ever elected to serve as an Officer of the PGA of America. On this, the 200th episode of The Wednesday Match Play presented by MemberText, Suzy talks about her journey with the PGA, her passion for teaching junior golf, her relationship with Michael Whan and the LPGA Tour and her experience playing in a PGA TOUR event. She also talks about her work with the ANNIKA Foundation and who is in her dream foursome. This was an inspiring episode and I enjoyed having Suzy on the show. Let's tee off.

When I lived in Florida I connected with Melissa Hansen, membership & marketing director at The Club at Olde Cypress. We stayed in touch and figured it would be fun to have her on the show during Women's Golf Month. She also has a consulting business on the side and is a leader in the private club world.  On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText you will learn more about The Club at Olde Cypress, her passion for marketing, her work with PCMA, and how she uses a CRM to sift through over 1,500 leads. She also talks about the club’s pineapple table and how she introduces potential members to the experience at Olde Cypress. Hopefully after this discussion she will be implementing live chat, too! This was a really fun interview and I enjoyed having Melissa on the show. Let's tee off.