2018 Member Invitation

GOLF HEADQUARTERS & NGBA MEMBERSHIP ANNUAL

CORPORATION MEETING & ORDER WRITING SESSIONS

October 8-10, 2018

THE WIGWAM PHOENIX, ARIZONA

IMPORTANT DATES AND DEADLINES This is a mandatory meeting for all members or their proxied representative. Lodging Reservations: Friday, September 14 th Name Badges: Prompt Response is Requested

RESERVATIONS

The Wigwam 300 Wigwam Boulevard, Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

BY PHONE 800-327-0396 ONLINE bit.ly/2x3fLQJ

You are responsible for making your lodging reservations directly with the hotel. Be sure to mention that you are attending the Golf Headquarters/National Golf Buyers Group. Any requests for special room arrangements must be made at the time of call.

The Wigwam will honor our group rate for the 3 days prior and the 3 days following our show. If you are interested in booking an extended stay, please contact the hotel directly via the phone number above. These reservations can not be made through our group reservation link above and are subject to availability.

Important cut-off info: Our Room Block will be held up to, but no later than September 14th at 5 pm. After this point, the resort will no longer be able to guarantee the contracted group rate and rooms are subject to availability. DEADLINE FOR RESERVATIONS SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

ROOM RATE $195 CHECK IN: CHECK OUT: 4PM 11AM

• All room rates are plus applicable taxes and fees. • $30 Resort Fee has been WAIVED. • NGBA will be taking care of the Resort Gratuity charges for our members. ($3 per room night for housekeeping gratuity and a one-time $4 Bellman gratuity.)

The Wigwam cancellation policies are as follows: 8 days or more prior to arrival for a full refund 7 days or less prior to arrival, guests will be charged one night room and tax

TRANSPORTATION TO AND FROM AIRPORT: Uber X/Lyft: $30-40 (up to 4 people) Uber XL/Lyft Plus: $50-60 (up to 6 people) at times of high demand, prices may increase Taxi estimate: $60

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National Golf Buyers Association

Meeting 2018 — Litchfield Park, AZ

MEMBER MEETING ITINERARY

MONDAY, OCTOBER 8

8 AM–12 PM................. Board Meeting (Board members only) ........... Palm Room 2:30 PM–4:30 PM....... Marketing/Best Practices Seminar.................. Mohave West Refreshments and light snacks provided. All members and staff are encouraged to attend. Presentations: (2:30–3:30pm) Greg Nathan CBO of the National Golf Foundation, will provide a condensed talk on the present and future State of the Game and Business of Golf, during which he’ll reveal the #1 timeless yet continuously ignored Best Practice: Secret to Industry Growth . Q&A time will be available at the end of his talk. (3:30–4:30pm) Chris Voshall of Mizuno speaking on Mizuno’s Breakthrough technology, with Q&A immediately following. 5:30–7:30 PM.............. Welcome Reception. .......................................... Sachem Terrace Light hors d’oeuvres and cocktails will be served. Members, their staff and suppliers will gather to kickoff the events of the meeting. 8 AM–10 AM................ Corporation Meeting...........................................Mohave West Breakfast will be served. Discussions on corporate business. An election will be held to fill the vacancies on the Board of those members whose terms will be expiring. Reminder: This meeting is mandatory for all members or their representative. If you are unable to attend, please have your proxy signed and turned in prior to this meeting. Note: Another member cannot represent you at this meeting. 10–12 PM...................... Order Writing Session.........................................Wigwam Ballroom The exhibits will be open for order writing. A list of confirmed suppliers will be emailed prior to the meeting. 12–1 PM ........................ Luncheon................................................................Mohave Ballroom All members and suppliers will gather in the Mohave Ballroom for a buffet lunch/presentation. There will be no charge for you or your staff to attend this event. Presentation by: TBA 1–7 PM........................... Order Writing Session.........................................Wigwam Ballroom 5:30–7 PM ................... Reception...............................................................Wigwam Ballroom/Foyer Hors d’oeuvres and an open bar will be available in the exhibit area. Coffee, tea and muffins will be served. Although we encourage all members to attend, a voluntary member-only discussion of what vendor products or show specials members have found new/most valuable so far at the show and what products /offerings members are still looking for. 8 AM–12 PM................. Order Writing Session.........................................Wigwam Ballroom A continental breakfast will be served 8am–9am. The exhibits will be open for order writing. Our Committees and our Vendor partners appreciate your presence and support until the exhibits close. 12–1 PM........................ Lunch. .................................................................. Sachem Terrace All members, suppliers and staff are invited to attend. 1–4 PM.......................... Order Writing Session.........................................Wigwam Ballroom WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 10 8 AM – 9 AM.................. Round Table Discussion......................................TBD TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9

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PLEASE NOTE: Name Badges are required for all events. Please complete the enclosed form and return it immediately. Any additions/changes should be sent to shutchings@golfheadquarters.com at least one (1) week prior to the meeting.

GOLF

GO ONLINE OR CALL TO SET UP YOUR TEE TIME: 623–935–9414

The Wigwam’s three 18-hole championship golf courses offer a diversity that cannot be matched by any other Arizona resort. The golf enthusiast has their pick of not just one or two courses, but three 18-hole courses — 54 holes of championship golf including two courses designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones, Sr. And, in true Wigwam style, each course — The Gold, Blue, and Red offers a unique challenge that adds spice and variety to one’s stay at this timeless and relaxing retreat. The Wigwam offers Three (3) public championship golf courses on property. 2018 Rates: Gold Course Mon – Thur $79, Thur – Sun $89 Red & Blue Courses Mon – Sun $69

Over seed dates for the golf courses are as follows: September 17 – October 7th on the Red Course September 24 – October 14th on the Blue Course October 8 – October 28th on the Gold Course

Cart Path Only: October 8 – November 2nd on the Red Course October 15 – November 9th on the Blue Course October 29 – November 25th on the Gold Course

OTHER HOTEL AMENITIES • Complimentary High Speed Internet Service in guest rooms, public space and lobby • Unlimited same day golf with purchase of round (cart included) • Complimentary boarding pass printer and computer access • Access to putting green • Fitness Center, access to Motion Studio, and complimentary scheduled fitness classes • Complimentary bocce ball, ping pong and sand volleyball • Shuttle service offered Wednesday – Sunday from 10am – 6pm to Wildlife Zoo, Westgate Entertainment Center and Tanger Outlets based on availability. • Complimentary bike rentals based on availability • Special Red Door Spa offers

• Complimentary Tennis Court usage 11am – 4pm based on availability • Complimentary resort historical tour Friday – Sunday morning at 10am • Live Music Thursday, Friday and Saturday

National Golf Buyers Association

Meeting 2018 — Litchfield Park, AZ

NAME BADGES MEMBER REGISTRATION FORM

Fill out the information below for each person that will attend activities associated with the Golf Headquarters/NGBA meeting. Clearly print the information as you would like it to appear on the badge. Please list only one Store Name/Location for each individual.

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PROGRAM BOOK Please choose below how you would like your program book: (Please select one)

Physical Book USB Drive (Same as previous years)

PROMPT RESPONSE IS REQUESTED Please email or fax the completed form to shutchings@golfheadquarters.com or (843) 402–0143 Any questions or changes, please contact Sarah Hutchings at the Corporate Office (843) 402–0142 ext. 203 or shutchings@golfheadquarters.com

National Golf Buyers Association

Meeting 2018 — Litchfield Park, AZ

PROXY

Instrument of Proxy for members of the National Golf Buyers Association, Inc.

This Proxy is solicited and authorized by the directors and will be used exclusively at/ for the National Golf Buyers Association, Inc. Corporation meeting specified below.

The undersigned member in good standing of the National Golf Buyers Association, Inc. (NGBA), dba Golf Headquarters , revoking all proxies previously given, hereby nominates, constitutes and appoints _______________________________ the true and lawful proxy of the undersigned, with full power of substitution, to attend, act and vote in respect of member’s privileges allowed by the NGBA Bylaws and NGBA Articles of Incorporation at the Corporation Meeting to be held on the 10 th day of October, 2018 and at my adjournment or adjournments thereof in the same manner, to the same extent and with the same powers as if the undersigned were present at the meeting identified above or any adjournments thereof.

________ ______________________________ (Member Name — Please Print)

______________________________________ (Member Signature)

______________________________________ (Date)

Proxy must be dated and signed by member in good standing.

National Golf Buyers Association

Meeting 2018 — Litchfield Park, AZ