New collaboration begins with a national promotion providing a rider in 11 cities free golf for a year
ORLANDO, Fla. (Sept. 23, 2015) – A new marketing partnership between GolfNow and Uber will showcase how these digital companies are bringing golfers closer to their cities and the places they love to play.
The multi-tiered partnership will commence this Friday, Sept. 25, with a weekend promotion conducted in 10 U.S. cities and Orange County, Calif., which will offer Uber riders discounts on golf, surprise gifts and an opportunity to win free golf for a year.
As the world’s distribution leader of online tee-times, GolfNow will give all riders in the 11 designated markets a discount on their next round of golf and automatically register them for a chance to win free golf for a year when using the Uber app from Friday, Sept. 25- Sunday, Sept. 27, between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. local time. The cities include Charlotte, N.C.; Jacksonville, Fla.; Los Angeles, Calif.; Myrtle Beach, S.C.; Orlando, Fla.; Phoenix, Ariz.; Pittsburgh, Pa.; San Diego, Calif.; Tampa, Fla.; Tucson, Ariz.; and the cities incorporating Orange County, Calif.
One grand-prize of free golf for a year per market will be awarded. Additionally, 11 riders in each city (excluding Los Angeles and Orange County) that use the GolfNow option in the Uber app on Saturday, Sept. 26, will win a prize pack valued at more than $200. One lucky rider among the 11 also will receive a Srixon driver valued at $349.99.
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HOW IT WORKS:
1. Use Uber Sept. 25-27 in any of the designated markets and receive a discount on your next round of golf.
2. All riders using Uber Sept. 25-27 are automatically entered to win free golf for a year!
3. On Saturday, Sept. 26, between 9 a.m.-5 p.m., use the GolfNow option in the Uber app and be eligible to win GolfNow prize packages. (all cities included, except Los Angeles and Orange County)
“Both GolfNow and Uber have shown tremendous creativity throughout the development of this partnership, which is a testament to our commitment to find progressive ways to connect with people digitally,” said Jeff Foster, senior vice president of New Media for Golf Channel. “Collaboration such as this allows GolfNow to expand our brand footprint and connect more people to golf.”
“We are thrilled to join forces with GolfNow to help deliver solutions that elevate the Uber experience for riders across the United States. This unique partnership is aimed at connecting Uber riders and driver-partners with the game of golf in a new and exciting way,” said Justin Hinote, senior marketing manager for Uber. “Uber and GolfNow are making it easier than ever to get to the golf course in a stylish and hassle-free way.”
The promotion is the first stage of the GolfNow/Uber partnership, which is expected to launch new elements in 2016.
About GolfNow
Founded in 2001, GolfNow is a technology company specializing in golf-related products and services with the most powerful distribution platform in golf, offering more than 2 million registered golfers more ways to stay connected to their favorite courses and the ability to easily book tee times online and via mobile devices. GolfNow also provides technology, support and marketing services to more than 9,000 golf courses around the world, and is part of the suite of digital businesses managed by Golf Channel, which is seen in more than 200 million homes worldwide. For more information, go to www.GolfNowSolutions.com.
About Uber
Uber is evolving the way the world moves. By seamlessly connecting riders to drivers through its platform, Uber makes cities more accessible, opening up more possibilities for riders and more business opportunities for drivers. From Uber’s founding in 2009 to its launches in more than 300 cities in 60 countries today, Uber’s rapidly expanding global presence continues to bring people and their cities closer. uber.com
Contact:
Dan Higgins
Golf Channel Communications
407-355-4018
Dan.Higgins@GolfChannel.com
