Kathy Whitworth is golf's definition of a champion, having been both one of the finest players in history and a role model for aspiring women professionals. By her example, Kathy has brought more attention to golf throughout her remarkable career and has never wavered in supporting the game both within her community and throughout the country. The PGA of America is very pleased to present her with the PGA First Lady of Golf Award.

The online PGA Employment Center is another industry-leading service offered by The PGA of America to help grow, not only the game, but the business of golf as well. Our continued presence at the PGA Merchandise Show and development of new services through The PGA Employment Center demonstrates our ongoing commitment to improving the standards of the profession through complimentary services that connect employers and jobseekers throughout the industry.

The partnership between The PGA of America and the EWGA started in 1991, has strengthened over the years, and remains a key element in the overall success of both our associations in retaining and attracting new players to golf. As we enter in this new phase of our agreement, we anticipate an exciting period of growth for the EWGA that will at the same time create opportunities for PGA Professionals to expand their business.

The PGA of America is proud to recognize Callaway Golf as a Platinum Sponsor for its commitment and support in a wide array of programs for PGA Professionals. Callaway Golf's sponsorship covers tournaments and programs in all three phases of a PGA Professional's career, from conferences for PGM University students to tournaments such as the national Callaway Senior PGA Club Professional Championship to Golf Retirement Plus to PGA Life Member tournament activities.

The PGA of America is proud that the Greg Norman Collection continues to be a strong partner in Golf Retirement Plus. PGA Professionals recognize the quality and service of the Greg Norman Collection, a company that has made a commitment to provide the best for our member Professionals.

The PGA of America is most pleased that OfficeMax has made this commitment to engage its resources in order to benefit customers throughout the golf industry and make an impact with the PGA Foundation. It is through partnerships such as this that the PGA Foundation may continue its work of impacting the lives of many through golf.

As a PGA Professional, I believe that PGA Free Fitting & Trade-Up Month offers a tremendous opportunity to bring new customers to our facilities and stimulate equipment sales. The promotion is a natural extension of Play Golf America and PGA Free Lesson Month, and will undoubtedly elevate the status of PGA Professionals in the eyes of the public.