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08/27/2026
Last Call for the Early Birdie!
There’s still time to catch the Early Birdie—but not much!
The 2026 GMA Golf Tournament returns Tuesday, October 6, at Royal American Links, bringing members, industry partners, and friends together for a day of golf, networking, and a little friendly competition.
Register by Monday, August 31, and you’ll receive 20% off registration before pricing returns to the regular rate on September 1.
Whether you bring customers, reward your team, reconnect with industry friends, or simply take advantage of a day away from the office, the GMA Golf Tournament is one of the best opportunities of the year to build relationships in a relaxed setting.
And there are plenty of ways to get involved beyond playing. On-Course Sponsorships are available for $750, giving your company the opportunity to set up on one of the course’s 17 available holes, meet golfers throughout the day, and create your own memorable experience.
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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