Apex, NC — July 13, 2026 — Golf Business Network (GBN) is in the final stages of preparation for its second annual Merchandising Summit, taking place August 17–18 in Boston, MA. With just a month to go, GBN is finalizing details for two days of hands-on learning, networking, and vendor collaboration for private golf and country club merchandisers and golf professionals from across the country.
“We are excited to execute this event for the second year,” said Julia Nittoli, Event Manager at Golf Business Network. “We have a great roster of attendees from across the country coming to network and learn together, and that’s what our events are about! We are grateful to Tee Commerce for being Title Sponsor and helping curate a special experience for our attendees. I look forward to a great event!”
Day One: Behind-the-Scenes Access and Waterfront Networking
The Summit kicks off the afternoon of August 17 with an exclusive tour of Tee Commerce headquarters, giving attendees a behind-the-scenes look at the operations and fulfillment processes behind the golf retail e-commerce platform. The group will then shuttle to ReelHouse in East Boston for a harborside cocktail hour and dinner to kick off the event with informal networking.
Day Two: Education, Breakouts, and a Vendor Showcase
On August 18, attendees will gather at Wellesley Country Club for a morning of education centered on revenue growth, operational efficiency, member experience, and vendor collaboration, including:
- A panel on driving revenue through strategic merchandising with Chris Rowe (Whispering Pines) and Taylor Ramiz (Manasquan River Golf Club)
- A session on extending merchandising online, featuring Jeff Piltch of Tee Commerce
- A peer-led breakout on inventory and buying strategy, covering assortment planning, open-to-buy frameworks, and seasonal transitions
- A closing vendor partner panel on trends and collaboration
The morning wraps with a lunch and vendor expo featuring Title Sponsor Tee Commerce, along with supporting sponsors Signs by the Sea, Evolve, Harlestons, Tasc, and TICA Sports — giving attendees a chance to connect directly with partners and explore new merchandising solutions.
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About Golf Business Network: Golf Business Network is the premier resource for golf professionals, offering executive search services, career development, and educational events designed to elevate the industry’s top talent. GBN is committed to fostering growth and innovation for professionals at every stage of their careers.
About Tee Commerce: Tee Commerce provides e-commerce solutions designed specifically for golf clubs. Their platform helps facilities extend the pro shop experience online while simplifying retail operations and improving the member shopping experience.