How do you get your product into Costco?
Kevin Johnston, founder of Red Stakes Golf, build a brand the old-school way through loyalty, relationships, and relentless work ethic.
In this episode, Brittany Racine sits down with Kevin to uncover how he went from working in coal mines to walking the floor of the PGA Show with his own Made-in-America golf simulator brand which is now sold at Costco.
You'll hear how he built a company rooted in integrity, scaled through genuine connections, and pivoted through economic chaos, COVID, and tech disruption — all while keeping manufacturing right here in Michigan.
They talk about what it really takes to get a big-box partnership, how to survive when business slows down, and why playing the long game still wins in a world obsessed with shortcuts.
Plus, stay tuned for a live golf simulator demo at the end (watch it on Spotify Video or YouTube!) and details on Red Stakes' Black Friday sale.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, golf lover, or just someone who loves a story about betting on yourself, this episode will make you want to take your next swing.
Red Stakes info:
Website: https://rsgolf.com/
Costco: https://www.costco.com/p/-/rsg-one-golf-simulator-studio-bundle/4000370114?langId=-1
Pro Bundle: https://www.costco.com/p/-/rsg-one-golf-simulator-studio-bundle/4000370114?langId=-1
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/playrsgolf/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHh9Q9lcSYY
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