A. PUTNAM Shines at the 2025 PGA Buying Summit: A Milestone Recap
Winning People’s Choice "Best Dressed" is a proud and energizing moment as A. PUTNAM continues to champion elegance, empowerment, and versatility in women’s golf apparel. The enthusiasm at the Summit—fueled by personal connections, community support, and shared vision—has inspired us for new chapters, on the runway, in retail, and on the fairway.
Winning People’s Choice "Best Dressed" is a proud and energizing moment as A. PUTNAM continues to champion elegance, empowerment, and versatility in women’s golf apparel. The enthusiasm at the Summit, fueled by personal connections, community support, and shared vision, has inspired us for new chapters, on the runway, in retail, and on the fairway.
Connecting with Our Community
The PGA Buying Summit provided an invaluable opportunity to strengthen our relationships within the golf industry. Meeting with our club partners, buyers, and friends face-to-face allowed us to have meaningful conversations about how A. PUTNAM can continue to elevate their pro shop offerings and enhance the club experience for their members. These personal interactions are at the heart of what makes events like the Summit so special.
We were inspired by the chance to discuss new ideas, understand the unique needs of club professionals, and collaborate directly on strategies for the upcoming season. Their feedback helps shape not only our collections, but also our ongoing mission to foster lasting value and excitement for women’s golf.
One of the most rewarding aspects of the show was catching up with our brand ambassadors in person. Their passion for A. PUTNAM runs deep, and their real-world insights into how our apparel performs—both on the course and beyond—are invaluable to our continued growth and innovation. These one-on-one connections reaffirm why we work so hard to build a brand that empowers, uplifts, and inspires.
Reflecting on this milestone, Allison Putnam, Founder & CEO, shares:
Winning the People's Choice 'Best Dressed' award is an honor. It speaks to the creativity, passion, and unwavering commitment of our team. We are continually inspired by the women of golf and will keep designing apparel that empowers, performs, and elevates every moment—on the course and beyond. Thank you to everyone who supported us and believed in our vision. This is just the beginning.
Gratitude to Our Community
No milestone is reached alone. We extend our deepest gratitude to the entire community that has lifted A. PUTNAM, especially:
- Our A. PUTNAM team—whose creativity and drive bring our vision to life every day.
- Kelly Gilley (Executive Director, Northern Texas PGA): Thank you for your leadership and shared passion for supporting women in golf. Our collaborative initiatives, like the Women & Girls Golf Summit, are building opportunities for the next generation.
- Trish Holt (Head Golf Professional, Fields Ranch at PGA Frisco): Your commitment to growing the game and championing fellow professionals inspires us every day.
- The Association of Golf Merchandisers (AGM): Your educational leadership and dedication to golf retail excellence empowers brands and clubs for growth and innovation.
- The PGA of America: Thank you for fostering an inclusive, vibrant golf community and creating an environment where women’s golf—and brands like ours—can thrive.
Our Shared Vision with NTPGA & AGM
Our cherished partnerships with the Northern Texas PGA and the AGM are fundamental to our story and growth. Collaborating with NTPGA, we’re dedicated to uplifting women and girls in golf at every level—offering mentorship, development opportunities, and performance-focused apparel that builds confidence. The AGM’s expertise in golf merchandising and industry education elevates not just our brand, but the broader retail landscape.
The Importance of the PGA Buying Summit
The PGA Buying Summit is a keystone event for golf retail, uniting top professionals, buyers, and brands to preview the latest trends, place strategic orders, and drive our industry forward with education, innovation, and unparalleled networking. Retailers gain early access to collections, shaping the future of the game while building essential relationships and discovering breakthrough products that set the tone for the coming season.
But beyond the business, it’s the connections, the conversations in the booth, the shared excitement on the floor, the brainstorms over coffee, that truly set the Summit apart. These moments spark new ideas, deepen trust, and move the game, and women’s golf specifically, forward together.
Looking Forward
Winning People’s Choice "Best Dressed" is a proud and energizing moment as A. PUTNAM continues to champion elegance, empowerment, and versatility in women’s golf apparel. The enthusiasm at the Summit—fueled by personal connections, community support, and shared vision—has inspired us for new chapters, on the runway, in retail, and on the fairway.
To everyone who cheered us on, voted, partnered, and believed: thank you. We look forward to what’s next and invite you to follow our journey, explore our latest collections, and connect with our vibrant community as we champion women in golf.
Thank you for being part of our story.
