Off The Fairway with Rich Conwell

Rich brings Joe Hatch, director of the Pro Golf Management program at Ferris St. University, on the show to discuss the program's molding of future golf professionals, and Joe's input on the industry.  Plus, how did a candy bar get Joe hooked on the game?

Mikala Reed, the head golf professional at Seven Oaks Country Club in Beaver, PA, joins Rich to talk about the intricacies of the golf business, growing junior golf programs, and more.

Cindy Miller joins Rich to share some stories from her playing days, the inspiration behind her book, and more.  Afterwards, Rich talks about the upcoming U.S. Open in Oakmont.

Ted Simons of Synergy Group Consulting joins Rich to talk about his involvement in the Patriot Golf Foundation, the drive to keep innovating the game, and more.

Rich is joined by PGA Professional Dave Kendall to discuss his list of accomplishments, his new lease on life after a cancer diagnosis, and more.

Rich dives into his time at Wheeling Country Club, what went into the club's closure, where he is today, and more.

Dave Shultz, the CEO and founder of NextLinks, joins Rich to talk about how the recession sparked the idea for NextLinks, the struggle to keep people from stealing his concepts, and more.

Rich tees off Season 3 with former PGA Tour golfer Steve Wheatcroft.  They talk about Steve's unique path to the Tour, the grind of playing with the best in the world, overcoming personal problems in life after the Tour, and more.

Rich wraps up Season 2 of the show with a recap of the guests that made the season great.  Plus, find out what's in store not just for the show, but for Rich as well.

Jonathan Sessa, founder and CEO of Warrior Golf Academy, joins Rich to discuss how the program helps our veterans and first responders, his time in the military, and more.

Retired PGA professional Tom Cioffi joins Rich this week.  Tom shares how his dad and baseball helped spark his interest in golf, and his path to becoming the GM at Williamsport.  Plus, Rich explains how Tom had an impact on his life.

Ron Lucas joins Rich to talk about the work he does with HOPE and the Pittsburgh Youth Golf Foundation.  Plus, Ron explains his unique connection to Arnold Palmer.

Rich shares the story of how he got into the golf business.  Hear how a caddying opportunity, 6 months in New Hampshire, and 3 individuals paved the way for his career.

Rich is joined by Terry Koehler, the Chairman & Director of Innovation at Edison Golf Company, to discuss the equipment aspect of the game, with an emphasis on wedges and how far they've progressed.

Former NFL quarterback Gus Frerotte joins Rich to talk about his path to the league, and how golf has been an essential part of his life after football.

Former President of the PGA of America Jim Remy joins Rich to discuss his path to the position, including a moment of trust that got him in the golf business.  They also talk about Jim's time with the Ryder Cup, the challenges of the game post-COVID, and more.

Matt Marciniak, President of the Golf Business Network, joins Rich to discuss what drew him to golf, GBN's impact on the game, the programs the network supports, and more.

Golfin' Around host Randy Tantlinger joins RIch in-studio to discuss the next edition of The Match coming up between Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler of the PGA Tour, and Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka of the LIV Tour.  Could this be an "olive branch" kind of moment between the two tours?  Will this catch the interest of casual golf fans?  All that, and more, are discussed.  Also, Rich's so...

Rich speaks with former Senior Tour player Ron Skiles about Ron's unique start in golf, and how he grew his confidence in playing.  Ron also has some great stories to share, one involving Gary Player.

IUP head golf coach Dan Braun joins Rich to talk about his time at Indiana Country Club, the path to IUP, and more.

Bryan DeMarco of Pine Barrens Country Club in New Jersey joins Rich to discuss the perspective he gained while battling cancer, working with Rich in the past, and more.

Longtime LPGA caddie Jeff DeCoen joins Rich to talk about the golfers he has worked with through out his career, his many hats early on, the story of his first hole-in-one, and more. 

Eric Kulinna joins Rich to talk about the First Tee of Pittsburgh's impact on the game, his start in golf, and more.

Rich is flying solo, but there's a lot to cover.  Rich details his experience volunteering at the recent LIV Tour event at The Greenbrier.  He also gives a preview for Wheeling University Golf, and asks himself if he's lived up to a quote from Ben Hogan.

Rich is joined by Cathy Harbin, PGA of America Professional at Pine Ridge Golf Club in Reno, TX.  They talk about her acquisition of the golf club, the programs she has worked with to grow the game, and more.