Suzy Whaley: How Much Impact Will She Have as First Woman Officer of the PGA

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Published: December 3, 2014

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When Suzy Whaley was little, it’s not likely that she looked at mom or dad and said "One day, I want to be an officer of the PGA of America.”   

But now, as recently elected secretary of the organization, she brings influence beyond the title because she is the first woman in that capacity since the founding of the PGA in 1916.   

Whaley’s new post is even more noteworthy because she was elected by the PGA Section representatives, who are primarily men.  The result also comes on the heels of the dismissal of past PGA of America president Ted Bishop for unfortunate comments he made on Twitter, calling Ian Poulter a “lil girl.”  

Many women who work in golf feel that Whaley's election will have a significant impact in the industry.  

“The vote was the result of a lifetime of creating relationships and demonstrates that leadership roles are possible for women who are capable and committed.  She has been a role model all of her life.  Now, the example she set reaches beyond the people she has personally touched,” said Jan Bel Jan, ASGCA, who heads Jan Bel Jan Golf Course Design, one of the 10 most influential women in golf, according to Sports Illustrated.

Azucena Maldonado, founder and president of the Latina Golfers Association in Los Angeles said, “Without a doubt, Suzy Whaley will have a tremendous impact on our efforts to grow the game of golf with women. She is the role model we can point to as proof that the golf industry is serious about inclusion.”  

"Not only is Suzy an excellent representative for the PGA of America, its members and initiatives, she is a voice for business owners too," added Emmy Moore Minister, President of Moore Minister Consulting Group and honorary member of the Northern California PGA Section.  "Suzy understands what it takes to d...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Golf

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