Omaha, NE – The 6th Annual African American Golf EXPO and Forum is pleased to announce that exhibit space reservations are now open for the highly anticipated 2026 EXPO, taking place January 21–24, 2026 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The EXPO will be collocated with the prestigious PGA Show. The PGA Show drew 33,000 visitors in 2025.
Celebrating its growing influence and continued momentum, the African American Golf EXPO and Forum is a national event designed to increase participation and economic impact across the golf industry, particularly among African American and people of color communities. This premier gathering brings together business leaders, industry professionals, entrepreneurs, educators, manufacturers, and golf enthusiasts for four dynamic days of networking, learning, and business development.
Golf Digest Magazine, the African American Golfer’s Digest, the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, the PGA Tour Superstore and the American Golf Industry Coalition are sponsors of the EXPO.
Exhibitors will have the unique opportunity to:
– Showcase products and services to a targeted audience of decision-makers and golf influencers.
– Connect with new markets and diverse stakeholders in golf and business.
– Participate in joint programming and networking at the EXPO which will be collocated with the PGA SHOW, the world’s largest golf industry event which drew 33,000 visitors in 2025.
“This is a powerful platform for companies of all sizes looking to demonstrate their commitment to inclusion, innovation, and growth in the $102B golf industry,” said James R. Beatty, founder of the African American Golf EXPO and Forum. “Our partnership with the PGA Show strengthens our ability to spotlight companies , celebrate Black excellence and broaden access and opportunity throughout golf.”
Companies that are members of the National Association of Black Golf Merchandisers will receive a discount. Go to https://nabgm.org/ for information on membership.
How to Reserve Exhibit Space:
Companies interested in reserving exhibit space can visit https://aagolfexpo.com/exhibitor-information to receive an Exhibitor Registration Request and Payment form and further details. Space is limited and expected to fill quickly. By requesting and reserving space now, companies can save money as the rates will increase as the date draws closer.
Whether you’re a golf brand, supplier, nonprofit, university, or entrepreneur, the African American Golf EXPO and Forum offers a strategic, forward-looking platform to drive visibility, value, and impact.
About the African American Golf EXPO and Forum
Founded by James R. Beatty, the African American Golf EXPO and Forum is an annual event dedicated to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion in the business and culture of golf. Through exhibits, workshops, forums, and partnerships, the EXPO connects and empowers underrepresented voices and advances economic opportunity in the golf industry. In its 5 years ,the EXPO has attracted several thousand people and has had an estimated economic impact of 3 million dollars.
For media inquiries, exhibitor information, or sponsorship opportunities, contact:
Jim Beatty, jim@jimbeattygolfventures.com, 402-415-9615.
