Why Toptracer is exploding (and coming to a site near you)

In this week's episode, Ben Sharpe, president of Toptracer Global, joins the show to discuss his company's rapid growth.

Ted Odorico | May 30, 2021

Why Toptracer is exploding (and coming to a site near you) /

In this week's episode, Ben Sharpe, president of Toptracer Global, joins the show. Sharpe leads the expansion strategy for Toptracer Range to create high-tech, engaging player experiences at driving ranges worldwide. Before joining the Topgolf Entertainment Group family of brands, Sharpe spent nine years at TaylorMade-Adidas Golf, starting as vice president of the EMEA/Pacific region. During that time, he says he increased the business from $100 million to $250 million in six years, making the region the top performer in the group.

In 2012, he became global president of Adidas Golf, delivering a record year in terms of sales and profit. He became CEO in 2014 and started the turnaround strategy, bringing in a new executive team before returning home to the U.K. in 2015.

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Published May 30, 2021

TED ODORICO

A golfer since age 7, Odorico brings a unique and progressive viewpoint to the game. Odorico is a Level II associate teaching professional with the U.S. Golf Teachers Foundation. He also is the founder and CEO of iGolf Sports Network. In early 2020, he purchased Golf Tips Magazine and serves as publisher and editor. For eight years, Odorico has hosted the online radio shows "Golf Talk Live" and "Women of Golf," helping to elevate the game by interviewing top touring pros, teachers and coaches. Odorico, a native of Hamilton, Ontario, is a veteran of the Canadian navy. He lives in Panama City Beach, Fla.