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Topgolf CEO aims to democratize golf, targeting 10M new players by 2030

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Topgolf CEO David McKillips aims to make golf more accessible by lowering entry barriers such as cost and intimidating culture. The company has pledged to create 10 million new golfers by 2030 and is partnering with Youth on Course to offer subsidized bay access for young golfers. McKillips believes Topgolf's driving ranges could be the starting point for the sport's next star, drawing parallels to how soccer stars like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo emerged from humble beginnings. AI

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Topgolf CEO aims to democratize golf, targeting 10M new players by 2030

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Catherina Gioino ·

    Topgolf’s CEO thinks the sport’s next star could get their start at one of its driving ranges

    The former Chuck E. Cheese CEO who clawed the chain out of a $1 billion in debt is bringing family-friendly entertainment to a Topgolf near you.

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