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Announcing THE PRO FTB ???♂??? ? We’re excited to unveil the next stop in THE PRO RIVALS OPEN golf tournament series: THE PRO FTB!?? ? ?? Dates: March 21–23, 2025?? ?? Location: PGA Frisco, Dallas, Texas?? ? The best gridiron golfers will square off in a tour-style stroke play event, showcasing their competitive spirit on the greens. Don’t miss this unforgettable competition as current and former NFL athletes battle for greatness on the golf course. ?? ? Stay tuned — the full 54-player roster will be released soon!?? ? Want to learn more? Email us at [email protected] or visit https://lnkd.in/gZFk6etn.?? ? Instagram: @theprorivalsopen?? X: @prorivalsopen? ? #THEPRO #THEPROFTB #PGAFrisco #ETZELAgency?

THE PRO CUP: A Spectacular Start to THE PRO RIVALS OPEN!? December 12–14, 2024, the Copperhead Course at Innisbrook Resort became the stage for an unforgettable competition.?THE PRO CUP, the inaugural tournament in?THE PRO RIVALS OPEN?series, brought together 48 legendary athletes from baseball, basketball, football, and hockey in a Ryder Cup-style showdown for ultimate bragging rights.? Congratulations to Team BSB, led by Team Captain John Smoltz, on their victory!?Their performance secured their place in history as the first champions of THE PRO CUP. Watch the recap to experience the highlights—from thrilling tee shots to team celebrations and the electric energy that made this event unforgettable. Share it with your network and join us in celebrating the launch of something truly special.? Stay connected or learn more about upcoming events at?[email protected]. Visit?theprorivalsopen.com?to discover the full series and how you can get involved. #THEPRO #THEPROCUP #GolfLegends?#InnisbrookResort #ETZELAgency?

?? Welcome Sarah Kay! ?? We are thrilled to welcome our new Project Manager, Sarah Kay Ison to the ETZEL team! ?? Sarah Kay Ison (who prefers to go by SKI or SK) joins us having worked with some of the most renowned brands in sports and entertainment, bringing with her extensive experience in event sales, partnership activation, and creative problem-solving. Her expertise and strong organizational skills, amongst other attributes, make her a valuable addition to the team. At ETZEL, SKI will bring her project management expertise to help streamline processes, drive collaboration, and deliver outstanding results for our clients and partners. We are excited to have SKI on board and look forward to her contributions in taking our projects to the next level! Please join us in welcoming her to the team! #NewHire #Louisville #ProjectManagement #LiveEvents #TeamETZEL

?? Exciting New Hire Announcement! ?? Prior to the holidays, Zach Siewert joined ETZEL as the new Senior Sales Manager, please join us in welcoming him to the team! ?? Zach brings with him a diverse background in sales, leadership, and strategic partnerships within the sports and entertainment industries. Zach's background in business relationship management, contract negotiation, and sponsorships makes him the perfect fit for ETZEL as we continue to expand our team with THE PRO. We are thrilled to have him on board and excited to see the great impact he will have in driving our growth and strengthening our partnerships in the Dallas area and beyond. Please take a moment to connect with Zach Siewert and help us welcome him to the team! #NewHire #Dallas #Golf #BusinessDevelopment #Sales #Marketing #Partnerships #SportsIndustry #THEPRO #TeamETZEL

???Exciting New Hire Announcement!??? ? We are thrilled to welcome?Erica Anderson?as the?Head of Partnerships?for?THE PRO. With an impressive 25 years of experience in?Business Development, Sales, and Marketing, Erica brings a wealth of expertise and leadership to this exciting new venture. Erica's proven track record in building strategic partnerships and driving growth across industries makes her the perfect fit to lead our partnerships team. Her deep understanding of business dynamics, golf, and passion for collaboration will play a crucial role as we launch and expand THE PRO. Please join us in giving Erica a warm welcome! We’re looking forward to her leadership in shaping the future of ETZEL.??? ? #NewHire #Leadership #Golf #BusinessDevelopment #Sales #Marketing #Partnerships #THEPRO #TeamETZEL

See below from our CEO for some amazing opportunities at ETZEL!

ETZEL is thrilled to welcome Emily Zimmermann as Director of Executive Operations! ?? ?? Emily brings a wealth of experience and leadership to the role, with an extensive background in sales and business development. Her most recent position was with Speedway Motorsports, where she excelled as their Director of Consumer Sales, driving significant growth and strengthening customer relationships. At ETZEL, Emily will work closely with our CEO, Tom Etzel, to advance key strategic projects and explore new business opportunities. Her expertise in aligning sales initiatives with organizational goals will be instrumental as we continue to scale and deliver value to our clients. We’re confident that Emily’s dynamic leadership and fresh perspective will help us achieve even greater success. Please join us in giving Emily a warm welcome as she embarks on this exciting journey with ETZEL! ?? #NewHire #WelcomeEmily #TeamETZEL

Introducing THE PRO RIVALS OPEN — ? We’re excited to announce the launch of?THE PRO, a unique golf tournament series that unites professional athletes from four major sports leagues: basketball, baseball, football, and hockey. ? Kicking off with the inaugural?PRO CUP?on December 9th - 14th at Innisbrook Resort, this tournament features sports legends like World Series Champion John Smoltz, Super Bowl Champion Jerome Bettis, Stanley Cup Champion Mike Modano, and NBA veteran Jon Barry. These athletes will compete in a thrilling Ryder Cup-style format, blending camaraderie and competition. ? THE PRO?is designed for athletes who thrive on competition, offering them a chance to showcase their skills in a new arena. Over the next year, we’ll host a series of sport-specific tournaments, in addition to the annual?PRO CUP, where players & leagues will battle for ultimate bragging rights. ? Beyond the excitement on the course, we’re committed to making a positive impact in the communities we visit by supporting local youth athletic programs. ? Join us as we redefine sports competition and create unforgettable moments! For more information, visit?theprorivalsopen.com.

Join us in welcoming Caleb Hill to ETZEL! ???? Caleb joins us as our Senior Director of Production. He has nearly 10 years of experience in the wide-format printing and branding industry. After launching his career in the Baltimore/Washington DC area at an established print shop he was hand-selected in 2021 to build a print business from the ground up in an empty warehouse in Phoenix, AZ. Caleb is known for his exceptional customer service, recognized for fostering trust and accountability, all while ensuring projects are completed with quality as the top priority. When he’s not helping clients, Caleb is living life to the fullest with his wife and 3 kids and exploring nature and the great outdoors. ??? #NewHire #WelcomeCaleb #TeamETZEL #PhoenixAZ

We are incredibly excited to announce that?Cody Cupper?has joined the Etzel team as our new Head of Creative!?Cody?brings with him three decades of brand design experience, working with some of the biggest brands and athletes in the world. His innovative vision and creative expertise will be pivotal in driving our projects to new heights. Please join us in welcoming?Cody to the team!??? #NewHire #WelcomeCody?#TeamETZEL