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08/18/2026
New for 2026: Early “Birdie” Pricing Is Here!
A Great Day of Golf, Connections and a Little Friendly Competition
There's something about getting out of the office and onto the golf course that makes conversations a little easier.
On Tuesday, October 6, Graphic Media Alliance members, industry partners and friends will come together at Royal American Links in Galena, Ohio, for the 21st Annual GMA Golf Tournament — a day built around golf, networking, friendly competition and plenty of opportunities to connect with people throughout our industry.
Whether you're bringing customers, rewarding employees, reconnecting with industry friends or simply looking for an excuse to spend a fall day on the course, this is one of those GMA events where business and fun naturally come together.
And for 2026, we're giving you another reason to register early.
Save 20% with Early “Birdie” Pricing
Register by Monday, August 31 and save 20%:
- Individual Golfer: $108 | Regularly $135
- Foursome: $400 | Regularly $500
Beginning Tuesday, September 1, registration returns to regular pricing.
Get your foursome together now, lock in your spot and save $100 in the process.
New for 2026: Put Your Company Right in the Middle of the Action
This year, we're also introducing an entirely new way for GMA members to participate in the tournament — the On-Course Experience Sponsorship.
For $750, your company can take over one of just 17 available holes and create your own experience for golfers as they make their way around the course.
Your sponsorship includes:
- A dedicated hole for your company
- A pop-up tent, table and two chairs
- The opportunity to have your team on the course throughout the tournament
- Face-to-face interaction with GMA members as they play their round
- The freedom to share information, offer giveaways, host a game or create your own memorable experience
This is more than putting your company's name on a sign.
Bring your team. Decorate your space. Create a challenge. Hand out a great giveaway. Have some fun with it.
Most importantly, use the opportunity to spend the day talking with customers, prospects and industry peers in an environment made for building relationships.
Only 17 On-Course Experience Sponsorships are available. Sponsorship reservations must be made by Wednesday, September 16. Please contact Ashley Hartman to secure your hole sponsorship.
Golf. Network. Connect. And maybe even bring home a little hardware.
We'll see you on the course October 6!
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