SLRG data informs this interesting look at how more flexible work schedules will impact golf participation.
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Getting Sports Streaming Right
In April’s Marketing: Sports, SLRG’s Jon Last cites new consumer research that unpacks some critical success factors as more live sports migrate to paid streaming services
Read More »Driver$: Golf’s new take on the customer service imperative
Golf Industry Guru co-founder and president James Cronk joins co-hosts Jon Last and David Klein to discuss how golf facilities are balancing labor challenges with evolving guest needs Golf Industry Guru co-founder and president James Cronk joins Sports & Leisure Research Group’s Jon Last and David Klein for a lively look at golf facility staff […]
Read More »Thriving in a “Vibesession”: Golf Personifies Our Economic Oxymoron
SLRG’s latest submission to the National Golf Course Owners’ Association Research Center shares the latest golf consumer insights and their implications on the coming peak months of the golf season. The piece addresses why, despite a somber mood among Americans, spending on discretionary activities remains on an upswing, and its implications for golf
Read More »Driver$: 56 PGA Shows and counting
Legendary golf executive Jim Vincent joins co-hosts Jon Last and David Klein to reflect on a lifetime in the industry
Read More »Sustaining Sports Marketing: Embrace Present While Building Future
The economic oxymoron that we are living in continues to present unprecedented opportunities for sports marketers. In the March 12 Marketing Insider, we look at the reasons why along with how we can sustain the increased category spending.
Read More »MRII Board Members Discuss Getting a Seat at the Table for Insights Professionals
Market Research Institute International Board Members Jon Last and Stan Sthanunathan discuss how client-side researchers can secure a seat at the executive table and elevate insights at their organizations.
Read More »Driver$: Unlocking the keys to sustaining the golf participation surge
Del Ratcliffe, a successful multi-course operator, looks back to look forward, and joins co-hosts Jon Last and David Klein to discuss golf’s current popularity Pinnacle Golf Properties COO Del Ratcliffe joins Sports & Leisure Research Group’s Jon Last and David Klein to reflect on a long and successful career in golf facility management and how […]
Read More »Sports Marketers Face Timeliest Moment To Fulfill Fans’ FOMO
Recent analysis suggests that the stakes are higher, providing a greater urgency to supersize live fan experiences.
Read More »GIG Member Q&A Call – January 30, 2024
Jon Last joined Canada’s Golf Industry Guru podcast to discuss his career and some of the current insights shaping the golf industry today.
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