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Golf Business AI Workshop Tour

NEW education series of one-day, in-person, hands-on intensive events focused on AI for your golf course business.

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2026 NGCOA Member Golf Study

Benchmarking and data to help NGCOA members strengthen operations, improve profitability, and develop long-term strategy

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NGCOA Champions Circle

This initiative raises financial support to provide resources to fight the growing litigation against courses and our industry.

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Advocacy

NGCOA supports and advances your business through resources and representation on Capitol Hill.

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Smart Buy Marketplace

Take advantage of discounts, rebates and exclusive deals through NGCOA’s official purchasing program.

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Hospitality

Virtual training programs and best practices to reduce high-turnover and improve mid-level management productivity.

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Research

Access the 2026 Golf Industry Compensation and Benefits Report and other business resources (complimentary with membership) 

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Tech

Reviews, research and analysis on current and future golf technology.

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Growth

Got Simulators? (Or thinking about getting them?) Read Building a Simulator Business at Your Course to do it right!

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.Golf Business Spring 2026

Spring 2026 | Quarter Shot

Latest Discussions

  • Good morning NGCOA Members, A sincere thank you to all of our members who have taken the time to host, participate in, and share their insights during ...

  • Pretty sure where ever you are tax on a tax is illegal. Can have multiple taxes on the sale but not on another tax. We had a similar issue decades ago ...

  • Thank you for your thoughtful comments Scott. We have had many cart fleet leases, and they have never included the property tax. We have always been billed ...

  • Tom, Your contract should spell out all fees you are responsible for, including sales taxes. If it is not clearly stated, I would recommend appealing ...

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