OCTOBER 9, 2019
Dear Members,
I hope this message finds you well as the 2019 golf season nears a close.
This is always an exciting time for the Association as representatives from more than 150 facilities gather for the PGA of BC Buying Show. We are pleased to be back at Richmond Olympic Oval on Oct. 16-17 for our largest annual gathering of members.
On behalf of the Association, send you a note regarding details of the Buying Show and amenities that members of the PGA of BC can look forward to seeing at this year's event.
To open, I wanted to express the importance of attending this event. The Buying Show brings together more than 70 exhibitors to showcase their products and services to BC golf-industry buyers. It also serves as a great opportunity to network, learn and generate new ideas and initiatives as you prepare for the 2020 season. Please note that each vendor contributes a significant amount of not only funds, but also their time to be in front of Association members. Post-event surveys continue to show member attendance as the single-most important factor that determines the likelihood of an exhibitor's return.
Exhibitor feedback also indicates that an overwhelming amount of business is conducted on Day 1 of the show compared to Day 2. We encourage members to consider making appointments on Thursday where possible to help alleviate the time-crunch for exhibitors on Wednesday. We thank you in advance for your continued support.
Please note the following details for this year's Buying Show:
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Wednesday, October 16th
Show Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm
PGA of BC Awards Celebration: 5:45pm - 7:30pm (River Rock Casino Resort)
Thursday, October 17th
Show Hours: 9:00am - 4:00pm
FORESIGHT SPORTS CANADA EDUCATION STAGE SCHEDULE
Wednesday October 16th
8:30am: BRAND CONSULTANTS: INFLUENCING THE INDUSTRY
A discussion with PGA of BC members serving in advisory roles for equipment manufacturers, touching on how their feedback is presented and how others can aspire to similar positions.
Panelists:
Rob Anderson
(Kelowna Golf & Country Club),
Lindsay Bernakevitch
(Victoria Golf Club) and
Jason Giesbrecht
(The Golf Performance Project); moderated by
Norman Baufeld
(GolfTEC Vancouver)
12:30pm: COACHING SPEED IN THE MODERN GOLF SWING
A detailed look at how overspeed training is changing the way golfers can increase their club-head speed and maximize their potential.
Presented by
Michael Napoleon, PGA
;
President, SuperSpeed Golf
Thursday October 17th
8:30am: PREPARING STUDENTS FOR POST-SECONDARY GOLF
A panel of accomplished university and elite-junior coaches share their perspectives on how to get students ready for collegiate programs
Panelists:
Chris MacDonald
(University of British Columbia),
Jonnie Motomochi
(Morgan Creek Golf Course),
Matthew Steinbach
(Simon Fraser University); moderated by
Colin Lavers
(Seymour Golf & Country Club)
12:30pm: LEADERSHIP: A CHANGING WORKPLACE
What do great leaders do differently in today’s evolving workplace? A look at some success stories and what separates the good from the great.
Presented by
Paul Sinkevich
, President, Dale Carnegie Training of British Columbia
DRESS CODE
The PGA of BC strongly encourages and recommends a dress code of Business Formal for its members at the Show, while the minimum attire will be Golf Casual. Please note that the following attire will not be permitted to be worn by any attendees:
- Denim
- Shorts
- Graphic t-shirts
- Headwear
Click here
to review the PGA of BC’s dress-code standards.
2019 AWARDS CELEBRATION PRESENTED BY REPLAY GOLF SUPPLIES & TRIBAL
Please be sure to join us in honouring the incredible efforts and accomplishments of our members and partners throughout the 2019 season. The annual PGA of BC Awards Celebration presented by Replay Golf Supplies & Tribal will take place Wednesday, Oct. 16 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm in the Whistler Ballroom at the River Rock Casino Resort. Limited tickets are available and are offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Refreshments and hors d'oeuvres are included with your admission.
Please click here to purchase your tickets
.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT POINTS (PDP)
Professional Development Program (PDP) points will be awarded for both the Buying Show (4 points per day) as well as the Awards Celebration (2 points). Please note that it is the Member's responsibility to sign in for all events' registration. Points will not be retroactively awarded if a signature is not present -- no exceptions. As a reminder, this is the last formal opportunity for members to earn points for the 2018 campaign and earn a position within the Top 100.
BOOKING & ATTENDANCE INCENTIVE PRIZES
As a way of encouraging member facilities to book orders at the Show, the PGA of BC will conduct booking incentive draws at the top of every hour. For each Exhibitor with which a PGA of BC facility places an order during Buying Show hours, members will be eligible to win great prizes. The more orders you place, the more chances to win!
As an additional incentive, members will receive a ballot for each day's attendance at the Show. These ballots will be eligible for prizes and will be drawn at 1:00pm on Thursday. This year's top prize will be the value of your 2020 Membership dues in cash.
FACILITY PARKING
Parking is available at the Richmond Olympic Oval's General Parking lot throughout the event at a cost of $2.00 per hour or a daily rate of $15.00. Members are encouraged to arrive early as parking for the Show will be limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Parkade clearance is 6’8”.
Please click here for information on over-height and overflow parking
.
EXHIBITOR LISTING/FLOOR PLAN
EXPRESS LUNCH
In order to expedite and streamline the lunch process for both exhibitors and attendees, this year’s Show will feature a complimentary express lunch buffet starting at 12:00pm on both days of the Show. This amenity will be available to the first 200 attendees and exhibitors.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Our accommodation partners for the event are once again located at the River Rock Casino Resort and Accent Inns Vancouver Airport.
Click here
for information on accommodations.
CAREER POSTINGS
Thinking of hiring for 2020? Statistics have proven that autumn is the most desirable time to post open positions at your facility. Knowing this, the PGA of BC will once again feature a Careers Board at the Show. Many great success stories have started with positions advertised and interviews being conducted at the Show. Should you wish to ensure your opening is featured, please send your posting to me (
donald@pgabc.org
) by Thursday, Oct. 10 at 4pm.
We thank you for your time and support of this very important PGA of BC initiative and look forward to seeing you the Richmond Olympic Oval. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at your convenience.
Sincerely,
Donald Miyazaki
Executive Director
PGA of British Columbia
604-303-6766
