During the the 7th Annual Diversity & Inclusion Roundtable on Wednesday, January 22 during the 77th PGA Show held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, a thought-provoking moment prevailed when African American Golfer’s Digest contributing reporting Mr. Byron Perry (Tulsa, OK) stood up and asked a very pertinent question about obstacles facing Black golfers and Black golf businesses.
Mr. Perry wanted to know how do “we” get included in the mass marketplace of golf. Billy Jones, leader of Gold Links, an upstart branding and social media influencer company responded to Perry’s question from the stage along with some of his members, some of whom includes retired NBA player JR Smith, rapper Ja Rule, as well as social media influencer Roger Steele.
Watch the video to hear the response. What are your thoughts to his response? Leave your comments below.
The Diversity Roundtable and Reception is an event designed to foster dialogue, collaboration, and networking among professionals committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). It typically features panel discussions, keynote speakers, or breakout sessions that explore strategies for promoting inclusivity across various sectors. The reception provides an opportunity for attendees to connect, share ideas, and build relationships in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
The Diversity Roundtable has been hosted by Reed Exhibitions since 2018 and is planned and managed by a group of dedicated individuals including Jim Beatty ,Founder of the African American Golf EXPO & Forum.
