Robert Brunner co-founded Devereux, a premiere lifestyle apparel brand for golfers everywhere. Devereux first launched in 2013 to bring a fresh take on what was the stale world of golf… and over the years has evolved, significantly. I remember first encountering Robert’s creations at the 2017 PGA Show, I noticed a hat that read G*LF… and another famous quote printed on the back of shirts that you may have seen… PLAY MORE * COMPLAIN LESS... From Devereux’s iconic and fun characters to ...
Ube aka @UbeWolf is one if the most authentic, genuine, and talented content creators I’ve ever met and had the pleasure of working with. His eye and creativity for cinematography, photography, and storytelling is incredible. If you’ve been in/around the golf industry for the past few years, it’s NO SURPRISE the industry has seen an influx of content creators and influencers…. NOW, I have no problem with this, ZERO… the attention it puts on the game and thus introducing golf to new audiences...
In this episode, we learn about how @jakehuttgolf transitioned from hockey to golf, started his unique PGA teaching practice, and how golf was the ultimate cheat code that helped him launch his latest business. Jake is the FIRST teaching professional to come on LOVE+GOLF, but he's not your ordinary PGA Pro... He will help you “SUCK LESS” (his words) via his unique method of lulling you into a better swing with his fun lyrics and voice. @jakehuttgolf's communication style and vibrant p...
Jacques Slade (AKA @kustoo) has built a LARGE following online. He’s one of, if not the GO-TO reviewer of sneakers. His resume would read musician, composer, producer, YouTuber, and most recently GOLFER... But before Jacques became one of the most influential people in the sneaker world, he was grinding, doing whatever he had to, to follow his passions while making a living. His story of how he went from being fired from his job to attaining over 1 Million Subscribers is remarkable. He...
Landon is my "oldest" friend, he and I grew up playing AYSO Soccer, Baseball, and (yes) even golf together. Landon started his career (like many of us) jumping into the corporate working world right out of college... From running marketing campaigns for AEG to commercial production, and even someone who invests in rare metals and coins, Landon has dabbled in an array of business verticals before spawning his "alter ego" AKA the golf fiend: PAROUTMAN. Prior to the pandemic, Landon loved golf....
Alex Melillo is a golf fanatic, someone who literally eats, breathes, and lives the game! He not only loves it but he also truly appreciates it and all its magic and gifts. Professionally, Alex has quite an impressive resume, investing, founding, and being an active executive in companies like TOKR, Platform International, Chido, and a brand you may have heard of MALBON GOLF. Alex and I met at the PGA TOUR SHOW in 2019 and immediately hit it off... This was months before MULLIE launched but...
The world of golf is expanding (what seems like) EVERY second… New apparel lines, lifestyle companies, and brands from other industries tapping into golf’s popularity… With all this growth, so too comes an influx of athletes, content creators, and influencers. Now, I’m all about growing the game and spreading its love (DUH) but it does IRK me a little when I see new internet creators fake the funk and claim to be golfers when they have no idea what they’re doing… My next guest is the ...
Social media is how we get our news, keep up with trends, stay in touch with friends, and become HEAVILY influenced by strangers and oftentimes convinced into trying and or buying something new... My next guest is an expert in this world. Sean (@golfballed) has not only grown one of the largest golf accounts to date, but he’s also the co-founder of one of the most dominant agencies in the sport that connects brands to content creators, @digitalgolfcollective! Sean’s love for golf had him st...
Chris’s love for sneakers and golf has given way to a movement, brand, and company. There's NO question (or debate) about how rapidly golf has grown over the last few years. This expansion has spawned a number of new businesses, creators, and brands… But where did this growth come from? Well, there are a variety of factors but one of them is certainly the influence of pop/sneaker culture… My next guest, and his business, is the epitome of golf-sneaker culture. Chris Whitehead is inspiring an...
My next guest is Alec Lorenzo, Co-founder of Pinned Golf. Pinned launched in 2018 and over the last five years, Pinned Golf has transformed from a little side hustle into a full-time passion with hundreds of thousands of happy customers. This is Alec's story of how he solved a problem and turned it into a successful business. We hope you enjoy it.
We all know, the famous saying “A Jack of All trades is a master of none…” Well, if you listen to the full version, it actually goes: "A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one.” My next guest is someone who inspires me on a daily basis. Trevor is the Founder & CEO of DAYCLUB, one of the fastest-growing female-focused golf lifestyle brands on the market. She is a remarkably talented woman. She has had success in a variety of different industries ...
Life throws "curve balls" at us (pun intended) from time to time, it's how we handle those "pitches" that make up our life's story. My next guest was a first-round draft pick of the MLB Pittsburgh Pirates and when things didn't go as planned, Bobby Bradley was forced to build a different life and embark on a new career path. Bobby (AKA @Long.Drivers) leaned on his love for golf and that affair spawned multiple businesses and business opportunities. He has 15 (yes, 15) World Long Drive...
You may look at Casandra Meyer (aka @cassmarie_b) and see lucrative sponsorship deals, a jet-setting golfer attending all the premiere events, and a flourishing golf career ranging FROM long drive competitions to PXG brand activations and think to yourself… DAMN, this girl has it made… Your right! She does have it made… But let me tell you, DO NOT JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER. This woman has worked her @$$ off, overcoming breakdowns and obstacles at every turn. Cassandra or @cassmarrie_b as you...
Sam Horsfield is a phenomenal golfer, like REALLY F*CKING GOOD! Before he was recruited to play on LIV, his golfing days started at the ripe age of 5! He possessed a natural talent for the sport, beating Ian Poulter over nine holes at the age of 14, leaving his older compatriot calling him “the best young player I’ve played with.” Sam was a standout player at the University of Florida, where he won multiple college events. He turned pro in 2017 and quickly established himself as one o...
This episode has entrepreneurial teachings, key business insights, and some laughs! Andrew Marler, former D1 golfer and current 0 index, would likely tell you he doesn’t “LOVE LOVE” the game like many of us… BUT… he certainly respects it and wants to spread golf’s magic. Before Andrew teamed up with his business partners (AKA WIFE & BROTHER) to build their multi-million dollar company, Robin Golf, he went to go work for a small tech start-up called Facebook (yeah, that one). Andrew ...
You (likely) know Alissa AKA @newladygolfer from social media. She is a popular golf media personality and tv/event host. What you probably didn't know is that just a few years ago she was a collegiate soccer player that has NO interest in playing golf… Alissa has quite the success story - how a former high school teacher makes a bold move across the country, has no idea what she’s doing (her words), picks up a golf club, and now works in golf media… That’s the funny thing ...
Channing's rise to success isn't what you'd think... his humble beginnings working golf retail and how he started his own business are (for lack of a better word) inspirational. There's A LOT we can ALL take away from his story and how the recipe of "be a good human + stay passionately patient + keep grinding = SUCCESS"!! CB is one of the most well-known photographers who shoot exclusives for some of the most well-known courses around the world - including Pebble Beach Golf Links. When...
Ryan Rottman has made a career in Hollywood, from acting and producing to investing in start-ups with his peers. Recently, Ryan teamed up with a close friend, Aaron Rodgers, to start & launch OSDB (A.K.A. IMDB for athletes)! How does this relate to golf? WELL, these two business partners met (you guessed it) on the course. If it wasn't for golf this venture may never have been... Ryan's love for golf started long before playing with QB12 or even moving to Los Angeles! Ryan grew up (like a...
Travis Miller (AKA @parkinglotpro) is the creator & mastermind behind @PGAMEMES, as well as a Digital Marketing & Social Media Specialist who’s leveraged his talents to not only grow his own business but also the golf industry! When we think of building a business we all have romantic ideas of what it could become… the colossal impact we could have and the behemoth it could grow into... When Travis Miller started PGA Memes, he had no idea if a golf meme page would grow into the...
If you want to build a brand and/or business, you NEED a strong social media presence. Social media is the 21st Century business card! I was able to sit down with one of the most talented & creative minds in the social media space, Sam Stamey, who is the SMM for Wilson Golf. In this episode, Sam shares some insights, tips, and tricks on how you can help your own social accounts, no matter how big or small you may be... If you look at Wilson Golf's online social presence you c...