Continued > for anyone interested in pursuing a career in the industry , as well as highlight the impact golf has on economic growth . I can think of no more important legacy for the 100th PGA Championship than to welcome a diverse group of talented young people into the golf industry .”
“ We ’ re honored to be chosen to work with the PGA of America on this most noteworthy 100th PGA Championship , as it coincides with our centennial anniversary ,” said Michael P . McMillan , President & CEO , Urban League of Metropolitan St . Louis , Inc . “ This partnership showcases the fact that both the PGA and Urban League are committed to forging new paths of greater diversity in the communities in which we live , work and serve .”
Among the initiatives and events :
• PGA Championship Jobs Initiative ( July – August ): The PGA of America is facilitating introductions and discussions between key PGA Championship Prime Suppliers and SLATE ( St . Louis Agency on Training and Employment ) to place individuals from SLATE ’ s Young Adult Division ( ages 16-24 ) in paid employment opportunities before , during and after the PGA Championship . Prime Suppliers include American Maintenance , Cornerstone Parking Group , FoneSaver and Levy Restaurants . Hundreds of shifts will be filled daily , and recruitment is underway .
• Beyond the Green at the 100th PGA Championship ( Monday , Aug . 6 ): Beyond the Green inspires high school and college students to learn about careers in the golf industry through exposure to influential PGA Professionals , business executives and a behindthe-scenes view of the operations of the 100th PGA Championship . Daytime Emmy Award-nominated actor Dondre Whitfield , who currently co-stars in Queen Sugar on the Oprah Winfrey Network , will deliver
the keynote address . Students will also participate in “ speed networking ” with : - PGA Vice President Suzy Whaley - Golf Channel Anchor Cara Banks - KSDK-TV News Anchor Rene Knott - St . Louis Cardinals Beat Reporter Jenifer Langosch - iHeartMedia St . Louis Region President Derrick Martin - Enterprise Holdings Director of Creative Media and Sponsorships Michelle Russell Wazlawek - Golf Women Mean Business Regional Director Mary McCray Participants representing the Urban League of Metropolitan St . Louis and Urban K-Life will also be treated to a panel discussion comprised of golf industry leaders and a case study competition on growing participation in golf .
• Careers in Golf Session ( Saturday , Aug . 11 ) – During the Urban Expo at the America ’ s Center , the PGA of America will host a seminar for young adults of the Urban League to learn about career possibilities in the $ 84 billion golf industry , as well as paths for them to pursue PGA Membership . Continued >