Faith Driven Athlete

Episode 12 - Finding God in Golf and Business with John Solheim

Episode Summary

In the golf industry, there are few more recognized names of excellence than PING. Today, we get to hear from their CEO, John Solheim about how his faith has influenced the game of golf.

Episode Notes

In the golf industry, there are few more recognized names of excellence than PING. Today’s show takes us to Phoenix to interview the CEO of PING, John Solheim. He’s the second generation of family leadership since the company’s inception in 1959. 

As recently as a few years ago, John had the unique opportunity to pass the baton to the third generation of leadership with his oldest son stepping in as company president. Today we take a look at their family’s journey to become a preeminent brand and what faith looks like in such a publicly recognized company. 

John said it best when he said that business is like the game of golf. It doesn’t matter what happened on the last shot that got you to where you are. You just have to hit the shot that’s in front of you and keep going to make your best score. For those of you used to hitting a lot of uncomfortable golf shots (fore left!), this episode will be a fun one.

Useful Links

Golfing for God’s Glory

PING’s New President Talks About Family Business

Excellence in Innovation