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Foremost Golf

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Managing Director, Andy Martin
Managing Director, Andy Martin highlights the key services offered by Foremost Golf

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Established in 1984, Foremost is the UK’s largest Golf Retail Group.

More than 990 members utilise the group’s array of industry leading support services, helping to improve all aspects of their business.
Recognising the importance of the role of the modern-day club Professional, all of Foremost’s business, retail and marketing solutions are designed to help members save time, become more profitable and enjoy a successful career.

Business Services

It pays to be a member

If your combined annual purchases are more than £48k you will receive an additional Retrospective Bonus in addition to those available from individual suppliers. Last year the combined bonus paid to Foremost members was more than £600,000.

Every Foremost Member can become a shareholder and help steer the company (all shareholders have a single vote) and enjoy a healthy return which has averaged over 12% since the scheme started in 2004.


Best Buying Terms with the leading suppliers in the industry

Foremost’s strong working relationships with the leading suppliers and service providers in the industry means that members have access to best buying terms, exclusive campaigns and promotions to help them become more profitable. However, being a member of Foremost is not only about best buying terms.

Central Payment
How valuable is the group's unique Central Payment & Invoicing system to the modern Pro?

Members can opt to benefit from Foremost’s UNIQUE Central Invoicing & Payment System

Nothing is more important in a professional business than time and money. The Foremost Central Invoicing & Payment System frees up vital time and allows members to have a greater control of their finances.

Foremost Central Invoicing & Payment takes the hassle out of business transactions thanks to a centralised, consolidated invoicing system. Bookkeeping is reduced to 24 invoices a year with only six VAT invoices per quarter, freeing up more time to spend on other important roles performed by the Golf Professional. A Finance Support Team at Foremost Head Office ensures you receive the very best service and support.

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Order one-off items with Foremost’s Singles Service

Ever been asked for a specific product and not had it in stock or when ‘out of stock’ with the supplier?

Order single items from group Suppliers* using the unique central ordering and warehouse distribution solution offered by the Foremost Singles Service. The ability to supply your members and customers will help improve your service and reputation.

*Singles Service available subject to brand distribution policies

An Ecommerce solution to benefit all members

The Foremostgolf.com ‘Click & Collect’ Ecommerce site has been created to give members a competitive online presence. Member Professionals can now offer their customers a product line-up as extensive as the high street, with the site operating as an extension of the Professional’s store.

Why Click & Collect?

  • Allowing Golf Pro’s to compete online without the associated costs.
  • Incremental income – commission paid on all online orders.
  • Don’t lose the sale! Offer customers the convenience of online shopping when the Pro Store is closed.
  • Direct online traffic into the Pro Store.
  • Giving customers more choice.
Marketing
Marketing

Elite Marketing Programme

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EMP
What does the Elite Marketing Programme deliver for your business?

A 360o customer journey...

Foremost is widely recognised in the industry as the number one in digital retail marketing. The comprehensive digital and in-store marketing service takes customers intuitively through each touchpoint from start to finish along the marketing journey. The group’s sophisticated digital support systems are cleverly engineered to help maintain strong engagement with members and customers, delivering personalised communications at every stage.

Additional services

Marketing Editor

EMP Members are supported by a dedicated member of the Foremost team who is on hand to manage all of your retail marketing needs.

Online Lesson Booking System

Market, book and manage lesson bookings with ease 24/7, all via your personal EMP Website.

Fitting Day Support

Promote upcoming events and take bookings on your personal EMP website. The innovative Reserve List functionality ensures maximum uptake.

Website Product Videos

Professional product review videos, shot in the 'voice of the pro' and house on personal EMP Website to generate customer enquiries.

Profiled Content

The Foremost EMP team create tailored content based on your customers golfing profile leading to greater engagement and retail sales.

Exclusive Campaigns

EMP Members have access to a full calendar of retail campaign activity, delivered in partnership with EMP Suppliers to spike retail sales.

Education
BDC

The best business support in the industry

Expert retail advice is delivered to you by a Membership Services team consisting of highly trained Business Development Consultants providing in-store support and dedicated Head Office staff.

Each Foremost Business Development Consultant has undergone extensive training in many aspects of golf management and is on hand to help with personal on-site training to make sure you are getting the most out of your business.

  • Marketing
  • Merchandising
  • Retail Initiatives
  • Store Layout
  • Signage & Ticketing
  • Purchasing & Stock Management
  • Club Relationship
  • Successful Retainer Negotiations
  • Staff Training & Development
  • Cashflows
  • P&L Projections
  • Great Customer Service
Events
Professionals’ Championship
Main Event Sponsor: TaylorMade Golf
Assistant Professionals’ Championship
Main Event Sponsor: Callaway Golf
Foremost Golf Awards
Recognising the acheivements of member Professional's and Supplier's
Spring Workshops
Tailored retail education, hosted by our Business Development Consultants

Best buying terms with the leading suppliers in the industry

With over 1000 professionals across the UK and Ireland, Foremost Golf has the power to secure you the BEST terms with the leading suppliers in the industry.

Suppliers

 
News
Profiling
15Oct

Life begins at 40

We sat down with Andy Martin, Managing Director and Paul Hedges, former Chief Executive Officer at Foremost Golf, in the year it celebrates its 40th year anniversary.
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Profiling
08Oct

Essential Business Planning to Thrive in 2025

Steve Bird, Foremost Golf Business Development Consultant and Education Lead highlights some simple steps that will stack the odds in your favour as we approach 2025.
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Profiling
16Aug

Breaking the price myth – helping pro shops promote how they aren’t more expensive!

Ian Melham Head of Membership Services at Foremost Golf discusses how professional shops are still perceived as being more expensive than online and high street retailers and offers solutions that can counteract this myth.
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Contact Us

For further information on Foremost Golf and to enquire about membership please complete the form below and a member of the team will contact you to help.


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Membership Services

Tyler Jones-Wallis - Membership Supervisor


The Office

  • Address: Chancery Court, Lincolns Inn Office Village, Lincoln Road, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP12 3RE
  • Phone: +44 (0) 1753 218 900
  • Email: membership@foremostgolf.com

Business Hours

  • Monday - Friday 8am to 4.30pm
  • Saturday & Sunday Closed