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TurfNet PodcastsOnward | Rhett EvansFrank had a chance to chat with Rhett Evans, the CEO of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA). Rhett and Frank discuss the path to his current role and the challenges and rewards of running large organizations and municipalities. Specifically, Frank and Rhett get a chance to dive into the GCSAA organizational efforts with partners and membership and how he established his “voice” for the golf turf industry. Eventually, the discussion of high-performance athletic endeavors including multiple Ironman events and his recent ascension to the peak of Mount Everest. A rare glimpse behind the sciences with inimitable Rhet...
2025-10-0248 min
Chachi Loves EverybodyEp. 72 Tim DukesEPISODE SUMMARY: Tim Dukes is the president of Hope Media Group. He shares his radio journey including leadership roles at Jacor, Emmis, Tribune and Clear Channel, and the lessons he learned along the way. On this episode of Chachi Loves Everybody, Chachi talks to Tim Dukes about:Growing up in Louisville, KY, and the host who inspired him to work in radioExaggerating his credentials to get his first radio job at Y107How his mentors taught and supported him throughout his careerMoving to Tampa and helping to build the Power Pig brandTransitioning to PD in Louisville, C...
2025-09-251h 23
Golf Sustainability | Environmental Solutions to Keep the Game of Golf Sustainable for Future GolfersWhat Golf Gets Wrong About Sustainability (And How Rhett Evans Plans to Fix It)The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) plays a hugely important role in shaping the future of golf, and few people embody its mission like Rhett Evans. As CEO for over 15 years, Rhett has become the voice for the 20,000 members who manage and care for millions of acres of green space across the country. His leadership isn’t just about turf management—it’s about creating a sustainable future for the game we all love.
Rhett brings a fascinating perspective, shaped by experiences that range from managing NBA franchises to scaling Mount Everest. His journey reflects a rare...
2025-01-2842 min
MUSINGS ON GOLFRhett Evans: To The Top of the WorldThe challenges were extraordinary, but for Rhett Evans, CEO of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, the preparation and perseverance paid off when he reached the summit of Mount Everest last month. Join us for an incredible visit with a golf leader unlike any other.
2024-06-2645 min
MUSINGS ON GOLFRhett Evans: The GCSAA's Mountain ManHe has helped push the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America to new heights, and now Rhett Evans is preparing to scale what is considered the highest point on Earth. Climb aboard and listen in on what drives the CEO of the GCSAA to continue to grow the influence of the 20,000-member organization and what incredible lengths he will go to this spring to try to reach the summit of Mount Everest.
2024-02-2148 min
Redox GrowsGCSAA’s Triumphant Return to PhoenixEvery year, thousands who work hard to make sure golf experience is the best it can be get together for the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) Show. For the first time in nearly 40 years, the event was held in Phoenix, with thousands from throughout the U.S. and overseas on hand.The conference and show are a great opportunity for those in the industry to ensure the industry remains strong, including making the superintendent’s job easier.“Our members they’re on the front line” remarked GCSAA CEO, Rhett Evans. “They certainly know that, witho...
2024-02-0725 min
Larry The Golf GuyThe Golf Guy Podcast -- Rhett Evans, CEO of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of AmericaWe talk with Rhett Evans, long-time CEO of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, about the mission and vision of the GCSAA and the various roles and functions that it plays on a variety of issues in serving its more than 19,000 members.
2023-09-0638 min
The Road2Par PodcastThe Road2Par Podcast: The First GreenTHE ROAD2PAR PODCAST
SEASON 2
EPISODE 2
Welcome to The Road2Par Podcast season 2!
This weeks episode highlights an amazing youth program run by The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, called the First Green. Join us as we sit down with GCSAA CEO Rhett Evans, and Senior Director, Member Programs, Shelia Finney.
First Green is an innovative environmental and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education outreach program using golf courses as environmental learning labs. Golf Course Superintendents and/or local golf course representatives host students on field trips...
2020-12-0827 min
The ModGolf PodcastBONUS Episode: Season 4 Wrap Up / Season 5 PreviewWell, that's a wrap for Season 4 of The ModGolf Podcast! Our passionate team of content creators are feverishly working on your next twelve episodes for Season 5, which launches on October 31. We heard some amazing stories from a diverse group of guests who discussed how technology, entertainment experiences, music, celebrity, hospitality and community building intersect to shape the future of golf.
We are very proud to state that we met our personal goal to have women on as at least half of our Season Four episode. We managed to achieve this goal just as our...
2018-10-2520 min
The ModGolf PodcastBuilding a Culture That Gives Back - Rhett Evans / The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (045)On this week's episode, host Colin Weston speaks with Rhett Evans, CEO of The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America or GCSAA. Rhett pulls from his personal and professional experience, providing insights and inspiration on how building a culture of benevolence, empathy and giving back fuels their ability to help innovate the golf industry.
This week's episode is brought to you by FAIRWAYiQ
Turning Golf Courses into Smart Courses
FAIRWAYiQ is a technology solution connecting golf professionals to their customers and superintendents to their equipment and labor resourses...
2018-07-2635 min