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#187 - Jared Solomon - CEO of Five Iron Golf | Revolutionizing Urban Golf Experiences
Five Iron Golf began in 2017 as a bold venture to transform how people experience golf in urban settings. Combining cutting-edge technology with a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere, Five Iron Golf quickly became a hub for both serious players and casual enthusiasts, offering simulators, lessons, food, drinks, and entertainment in a social environment.
The company’s unique blend of hospitality and high-tech innovation has reshaped golf culture in cities, expanding rapidly from its Manhattan roots to locations across the country. Five Iron Golf stands out by making golf accessible and fun for everyone, from first-timers to seasoned pros.
Jared Solomon, co-founder and CEO of Five Iron Golf, has been instrumental in driving this vision forward. His leadership has turned a shared idea into a thriving business that is now a leader in urban golf experiences.
Chapters:
2:20 – Building Community vs. Commoditization in Sports
5:52 – Private Equity's Role in Sports Entertainment
8:57 – The Daytime Experience: Catering to Serious Golfers
11:51 – Listening to Customers: The Importance of Feedback
14:57 – Scaling Hospitality: From Founders to a Large Team
18:07 – Leveraging Technology in Sports Entertainment
21:11 – The Future of Golf: Off-Course and On-Course Dynamics
27:04 – The Next Five Years for Five Iron Golf
Jared Solomon
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-solomon-3b7586169/
🏠 Website: https://fiveirongolf.com/
Andrew Petcash
🏠 Website: https://profluence.com
🐣 Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrewpetcash
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewpetcash/
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Five Iron Golf began in 2017 as a bold venture to transform how people experience golf in urban settings. Combining cutting-edge technology with a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere, Five Iron Golf quickly became a hub for both serious players and casual enthusiasts, offering simulators, lessons, food, drinks, and entertainment in a social environment.
The company’s unique blend of hospitality and high-tech innovation has reshaped golf culture in cities, expanding rapidly from its Manhattan roots to locations across the country. Five Iron Golf stands out by making golf accessible and fun for everyone, from first-timers to seasoned pros.
Jared Solomon, co-founder and CEO of Five Iron Golf, has been instrumental in driving this vision forward. His leadership has turned a shared idea into a thriving business that is now a leader in urban golf experiences.
Chapters:
2:20 – Building Community vs. Commoditization in Sports
5:52 – Private Equity's Role in Sports Entertainment
8:57 – The Daytime Experience: Catering to Serious Golfers
11:51 – Listening to Customers: The Importance of Feedback
14:57 – Scaling Hospitality: From Founders to a Large Team
18:07 – Leveraging Technology in Sports Entertainment
21:11 – The Future of Golf: Off-Course and On-Course Dynamics
27:04 – The Next Five Years for Five Iron Golf
Jared Solomon
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-solomon-3b7586169/
🏠 Website: https://fiveirongolf.com/
Andrew Petcash
🏠 Website: https://profluence.com
🐣 Twitter: https://twitter.com/andrewpetcash
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrewpetcash/
Thanks for listening! Hit the “follow” button to stay updated on new podcasts.
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