Rawleigh Grove

Rawleigh Grove is a prominent figure in the golf industry, serving as the Vice President and General Counsel for Karsten Manufacturing Corporation, the parent company of PING, Inc.1 In this role, he has been leading the legal department for one of the most significant global golf brands for over two decades.1

Professional Responsibilities

Grove's responsibilities at PING extend beyond legal matters. He also oversees several key business areas, including:

• Quality
• Distribution
• Environmental Health and Safety (EHS)1

Industry Leadership

Rawleigh Grove plays a crucial role in golf industry leadership:

• Chairman of the United States Golf Manufacturers Council: He leads a group of golf equipment manufacturers working on common issues affecting the game.1
• Founding member of the golf industry anti-counterfeiting working group.1
• Board member of the Sports and Fitness Industry Association.1
• Board member of Golf 20/20, focusing on strategic initiatives such as growth, diversity, and sustainability.1

Background and Education

• Native of the Pacific Northwest.1
• Education:
  • Graduated from Seattle Pacific University
  • Earned MBA and JD from Willamette University1

Prior Experience

Before joining Karsten Manufacturing Corporation and PING, Grove practiced corporate and entertainment law in Seattle at Ellis, Li and McKinstry.1

Personal Interests

Outside of his professional life, Rawleigh Grove enjoys:

• Exercise and fitness
• Playing guitar and keyboards
• "0 to 60" (possibly referring to cars or acceleration)
• Spending time with family1

Rawleigh Grove's extensive experience and leadership in the golf industry make him a key figure in shaping the future of golf manufacturing and industry practices.