served for six years<\/a>. His tenure included moving headquarters from South Florida to a new facility north of Dallas.<\/p>\n“Terry has earned the board’s trust through years of disciplined leadership, sound judgment, and a deep respect for the PGA of America, our members, and our mission,\u201d said Nathan Charnes, the vice president who is in line to become the PGA’s next president in November.<\/p>\n
“At a time when continuity, stability, and long-term focus are essential, the board is confident Terry is the right leader to guide the Association forward and continue advancing the game in meaningful and sustainable ways.\u201d<\/p>\n
Clark also has been chief marketing and customer officer at Optum, a division of UnitedHealth Group. Optum is one of the key sponsors of The Players Championship.<\/p>\n
\u201cMy focus will be on providing clarity, strengthening our culture, and empowering our teams to support our members and PGA of America golf professionals at the highest level, while elevating our major championships and marquee events as defining stages for the game, our partners, and the communities we serve,\u201d Clark said in a statement.<\/p>\n
Kerry Haigh, the PGA’s chief competitions officer, will continue as interim CEO until Clark takes over in March.<\/p>\n
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