Golf equipment is incredible, but most people only know that what they have in their hands or on their backs or feet works for them. On The Bag Room, Ryan Ballengee talks with the people behind these products to understand how equipment is researched, designed and made -- and how it can ultimately help us golfers.
25: Taking risks, making headcovers and giving back with Bluetross' Marc Hanson
03-01-2024
In this episode, Ryan Ballengee is joined by Bluetross co-founder Marc Hanson to talk about starting his company, his journey to making headcovers and other accessories, finding materials, business challenges and so much more.
24: Puttshack's Joe Vrankin on next-gen mini-golf
01-29-2024
Puttshack CEO Joe Vrankin joins Ryan Ballengee to talk about the fast-growing next-gen mini-golf company, the importance of a crowd-pleasing guest experience and how nostalgia feeds into the future of the company.
23: Talking South Florida's exclusive Shell Bay Club with Alex Witkoff
10-31-2023
On this episode, Ryan Ballengee is joined by Alex Witkoff, co-CEO of Witkoff Group, to talk about the South Florida luxury development, Shell Bay Club. We talk about the high-end club market, the Greg Norman-designed course, the world-class racquet and water sports amenities and more.
23: The business of the Jamaica Open with Peter Lindo
10-25-2023
On this episode, Ryan Ballengee is joined by Peter Lindo, a member of the organizing committee for the Jamaica Open. They talk about the tournament's history, its growth in recent years, the future for the event and what the tournament means to showcasing golf and tourism in Jamaica.
22: The importance of college golf camps with CGX's Josh Jacobs
10-20-2023
On this podcast, Ryan Ballengee is joined by College Golf Experience (CGX) CEO and founder Josh Jacobs to talk about the value and increasing importance of college golf camps with coaches, including what athletes, parents and coaches all get out of these great gatherings.
