The $102B Fairway: Winning with PGA VendorMatch

USBC
May 6, 2026

The PGA of America is heading up three national championships in 2027, bringing with it a massive economic engine. With golf's $102 billion industry looking for local, small, and diverse-owned suppliers, the U.S. Black Chambers, Inc. (USBC) is hosting a critical briefing to ensure our members are first in line for these procurement opportunities.

This webinar will feature Chamber Leaders from Texas, Florida, and Maryland who will share regional insights and technical guidance on how to navigate the PGA VendorMatch program. Whether you provide catering, logistics, professional services, or technical infrastructure, this session is designed to make your business "contract-ready" for golf's grandest stages.

Why You Should Attend

The PGA is actively seeking local suppliers for three major 2027 championships:

  • Senior PGA Championship – Bradenton, FL (April 2027)
  • PGA Championship – Frisco, TX (May 2027)
  • KPMG Women's PGA Championship – Bethesda, MD (June 2027)

What You Will Learn

  • The Inside Scoop: Hear directly from Chamber Leaders who attended the PGA Roundtable at the Home of the PGA in Frisco.
  • High-Demand Categories: A deep dive into the 19+ service categories needed, from AV and Catering to Tenting and Security.
  • The "Success Factor" Blueprint: Understand the bonding, insurance, and certification requirements (MBE/WBE) that make an application stand out.
  • Technical Walkthrough: A step-by-step guide to registering on the VRA Connect portal before the May 27, 2026, deadline.

Featured Panelists

Join host Phillip W. Dunn and esteemed Chamber Leaders representing our key impact regions:

  • Texas: Leadership from the Dallas Black Chamber and Collin County Black Chamber of Commerce.
  • Florida: Insights from the Florida Association of Black Chambers and Space Coast Black Chamber.
  • Maryland: Procurement expertise from the Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce.

Who Should Participate?

Chamber Leaders & Small business owners in the following sectors:

  • Hospitality: Catering, F&B, Floral, Lodging, Laundry.
  • Operations: Staffing, Security, Cleaning, Transportation.
  • Infrastructure: Electrician Services, Tenting, Equipment Rental, Freight.
  • Marketing: Signage, Printing, Photography.

RSVP Today:

Registration for PGA VendorMatch closes May 27, 2026. Don't miss your chance to engage with a $102B industry.

REGISTER HERE