Kelly Dixon Joins Canadian PGA as Director of Communications and Marketing

Kelly Dixon Joins Canadian PGA as Director of Communications and Marketing

(Acton, ON) January 4, 2011 - The Canadian PGA is pleased to welcome Kelly Dixon to the Canadian PGA National Office as the Director of Communications & Marketing starting January 3, 2011.

A native of Sudbury, Ontario, Dixon has over 12 years working in the golf industry. Specializing in tournament development and promotion, Dixon brings her experience with public relations, advertising and communications to the Canadian PGA. For the past three years, Kelly was the Player Services Director and Volunteer Coordinator with the Nationwide Tour’s Ford Wayne Gretzky Classic in Collingwood, Ontario.

“I am looking forward to working with the National Team and the Board of Directors in developing a solid communications strategy to promote the Canadian PGA and its members”, said Dixon.

Kelly has a degree in Public Relations from Cambrian College and has worked with the Canadian and PGA/Nationwide Tours. While with the Nationwide Tour & Ford Wayne Gretzky Classic, Kelly was responsible for player relations and communications and worked closely with PGA Communications staff, the Golf Channel and other media outlets. As the Tournament Coordinator for the Canadian Tour Championship, Kelly directed volunteers, external communications and advertising campaigns to promote the event.

“The Canadian PGA is excited to have Kelly Dixon join our team”, said Gary Bernard, Executive Director of the Canadian PGA. “Kelly brings a great deal of experience and enthusiasm to the position and I’m looking forward to great things in 2011.”

Initially, Kelly will focus on the research and development of a comprehensive communications strategy for The Canadian PGA. Kelly will also be part of the organizing committee for the Canadian PGA Centennial Celebration and will represent the Canadian PGA at the PGA Merchandise Show and general meeting in Orlando, Florida.

Kelly can be reached at kelly@cpga.com or 1-800-782-5764 ext 234.

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For more information contact:
Kelly Dixon
Director of Communications & Marketing
Canadian PGA
kelly@cpga.com
800.782.5764 ext 234