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	Episode No. 458: Mike Clifford, PGA, The Lakes Country Club May 28, 2025 • 1:10:00 Nestled in sunny Palm Desert, The Lakes Country Club is a private, member-owned community where relaxed elegance meets vibrant social living. With championship golf, upscale amenities, and warm hospitality, The Lakes offers a serene yet dynamic lifestyle in a stunning desert setting. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Mike Clifford, PGA, joins us to discuss his 39 years at The Lakes Country Club. He shares his journey to The Lakes CC, talks about creating videos for the members, and writing golf tips for Ripples, the club's monthly magazine. Mike also reflects on the mentors who shaped his career and speaks fondly of his new bride, Michelle. He explains how Charlie's got its name, the addition of nine more holes, and reminisces about his retirement party. This was a meaningful conversation and a true honor to have Mike on the show. Let's tee off.
	Episode No. 457: Corissa Thomas, Executives Cup May 21, 2025 • 49:13 The Executives Cup is an exclusive, invitation-only golf tournament series designed for business owners, founders, C-level executives, and investors. Unlike traditional networking events, it offers a curated environment where participants can forge meaningful connections through the game of golf. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by Eden Mill St Andrews, Corissa shares the inspiration behind the events, who is eligible to participate, and how to request an invitation through their website. She also dives into the details of tournament planning, the cost to play, and the event format. Corissa explains how they thoughtfully curate foursomes and highlights the importance of brand awareness throughout. This was an exciting conversation and an honor to have Corissa on the show. Let's tee off!
	Episode No. 456: Mark Rothschild, World Series Skills of Golf May 14, 2025 • 1:03:23 The World Series Skills of Golf is a high-stakes amateur tournament that focuses on skill-based challenges instead of traditional stroke play. It offers a $1.3 million prize purse, with $1 million going to the winner. The event is designed to test precision, strategy, and adaptability across a variety of dynamic golfing scenarios. Players qualify by earning top scores or making hole-outs, and the best advance to a 9-hole final that pushes every aspect of their game. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Mark talks about where the idea came from, who can play in the event, what golfers can expect on course during competition, and the cost to play in this prestigious event. He also discusses on-course fairness, marketing and getting big brands involved, and how they will broadcast the event. This was an unforgettable conversation and an honor having Mark on the show. Let's tee off.
	Episode No. 455: Scott J., Country Club Confidential May 7, 2025 • 1:07:33 Country Club Confidential is an online platform that delves into the hidden stories and scandals of private golf clubs. With the tagline "Where all the dirty laundry gets aired!", it offers a collection of tales ranging from humorous to dramatic, all centered around the exclusive world of country clubs. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Scott joins the show to talk about launching Country Club Confidential and what the word "confidential" means to the brand. He shares some of the wildest things he's seen at the club, recaps their Masters contest, and dives into how stories are developed and how the logo came to life. He also takes a closer look at the graphics they are creating, discusses the idea of starting a podcast, and explains how the brand is growing through a recent SCGA feature. This was a fantastic conversation and a real honor to have Scott on the show. Let's tee off.
	Episode No. 454: Kristian Kohn, GreenUp Golf April 31, 2025 • 1:02:56 GreenUp Golf is a Danish company founded by a group of golf enthusiasts aiming to make the sport more sustainable. They specialize in producing eco-friendly golf accessories, notably golf tees, crafted from upcycled coffee grounds. This innovative approach helps minimize waste and reduces reliance on traditional materials like wood and plastic. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Kristian joined me to share what inspired him to start GreenUp Golf, diving into the importance of sustainability in the golf industry. He also touched on his connection to my dear friend Michael Althoff, and how GreenUp tees perform compared to traditional wooden and plastic tees. We explored the feedback they've received, the honor of being named 2025 Best New Product at the PGA Show, and their exciting partnership with the ECCO Tour. This was a powerful and inspiring conversation, and it was an honor to have Kristian on the show. Let's tee off.
	Episode No. 453: Donnie Dotson, Carry April 23, 2025 • 1:09:50 Carry is an innovative platform designed to connect up-and-coming professional golfers with fans and brands for sponsorship opportunities. By facilitating financial support, Carry enables these athletes to focus on advancing their careers without the burden of financial constraints. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Donnie shares insights from his time in the Marine Corps and how those experiences shaped his views on teamwork and leadership in business. He dives into the importance of data and data analytics in achieving goals, introduces his team and their shared vision, and discusses the valuable feedback they've been receiving. Donnie also breaks down the micro-investments model and explains the origin of the company's name. This was an unforgettable conversation and a true honor having Donnie on the show. Let's tee off.
	Episode No. 452: Brett Cullen, MIRA Golf April 16, 2025 • 52:19 MIRA Golf is a market research firm that helps golf clubs improve member satisfaction by collecting and analyzing broad, unbiased feedback. Their goal is to equip General Managers with deeper insights beyond the opinions of only the most vocal members, ultimately supporting better club performance and member experiences. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Brett shares what inspired the creation of MIRA Golf, talks about the loudest voices at your club, highlights some trends he's seen emerge from their research, and introduces us to the team. He also discusses staying warm during those long winter months in Canada, explains his connection to Jon Roy, and we dive into a conversation about net promoter scores. This was an analytics-driven discussion and it was an honor having Brett on the show. Let's tee off.
	Episode No. 451: Isaac Hernandez, Eight Shots Media April 9, 2025 • 54:17 Based in Utah, Eight Shots Media is a video marketing and multimedia company built specifically for business. They specialize in creating high-quality digital assets that help brands stand out. Whether it’s promotional videos, branded content, or a full media strategy, their work is professional, polished, and designed to drive results. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Isaac talks about how he got started and where the idea came from, his experience shooting the Executives Cup, working with brands like VESSEL GOLF and Mizuno, and shares more on the hardware and software he uses to capture all his content. He also discusses the differences between photos and videos, pairing the right song with his content, and some of the challenges he faced when starting his own business. This was a fantastic discussion and an honor having Isaac on the show. Let's tee off!
	Episode No. 450: Shane Labuschagne, Execufy April 2, 2025 • 1:04:38 Execufy is a professional platform created specifically for people working in the hospitality industry. It's a space where you can connect with peers, collaborate on ideas, and share your expertise with others. Whether you're looking to learn, network, or contribute your own knowledge, Execufy brings everything together in one place to help you succeed. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Shane talks about his journey to The Oaks Club, what led to launching Execufy, and how he sees the platform growing in the coming years. He discusses the platform itself, the variety of clubs represented, and the different communities they've created. Shane also highlights their partnerships, the importance of sharing the platform with others, and their organic growth strategies to expand the user base. This was an inspirational conversation and an honor having Shane on the show. Let's tee off.
	Episode No. 449: Mike Simpson, Go Private Golf March 26, 2025 • 46:37 Go Private Golf connects golf enthusiasts with private courses across the U.S. It features a directory of country clubs with course layouts, amenities, membership details, and photos, allowing users to explore clubs by state or region. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Mike dives into his background in digital marketing, sharing how he stays up to date with the latest trends and leverages technology to gather insights. He walks us through his process from an operator's perspective, offering a behind-the-scenes look at how he approaches digital strategy. Mike also discusses his broader role in the digital marketing space and why he sees the user base as his biggest advantage. This was a fantastic conversation, and it was an honor to have Mike on the show. Let's tee off!

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