Seth Waugh, CEO, PGA of America

04/28/20 • 42 min

Seth Waugh, CEO of the PGA of America and a member of RISE's Board of Directors, talks about how the golf world has been impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, and how he envisions a return to play once conditions are safe. Plus, growing the game and how the PGA is striving to make golf a more diverse and inclusive sport. What does it takes to be an inclusive leader, especially during a time of crisis? Finally, we speak about the latest topic of our RISE Digital Learning Series, "Privilege." How does understanding your own privilege help you address social inequities and create opportunities for those who don't share that same privilege? How is Golf, as a sport, overcoming its history of being an exclusive game, and using the sport to drive diversity and inclusion? As a reminder, if you’re interested in learning more about our digital learning series, and this week’s topic of Privilege, be sure to check out www.risetowin.org/digitallearning.

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Denver Nuggets forward Paul Millsap, a 4x NBA All-Star, discusses his role as the first ever PGA WORKS Ambassador and his partnership with PGA of America to advance diversity and inclusion in golf. Also, how the coronavirus pandemic is impacting him and the NBA, memories of Kobe Bryant, his personal experiences with racism and finding his voice as a professional athlete. Plus, the power of athlete activism and RISE’s latest topic from its digital learning series, Sports as a Vehicle for Change.

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