BUFFALO, N.Y., Aug. 7, 2014 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OnCore Golf is excited to announce the hiring of Joseph J. White as the company's new President and COO. White brings more than 30 years of experience in the golf industry in the areas of international business, sports marketing, start-up companies and business development. Prior to working as the president of a franchise of more than 150 golf specialty stores in North America, White served as president of the Gary Player Group, senior executive of Dunlop Tire and Rubber Corporation's Sports Company, Yamaha International Corporation and the Portman Companies where he was integral in the company's efforts to grow the company's business and presence at the Atlanta Summer Olympic Games.
White's strong background in the golf business brings an exciting dynamic to the OnCore team. His extensive experience in the branding, packaging, sales and business development in the golf industry will only serve to broaden OnCore's presence in the industry.
"Having worked with Joe White whilst he was President of our Gary Player Golf Equipment division, I think this is a tremendous fit for OnCore and should elevate them to a new level of importance within the golf ball industry. Their exciting product and new technologies combined with Joe's operational and strategic skills will create a company with big possibilities," said Marc B. Player, CEO of Gary Player Group Inc.
"OnCore is one of the most monumental innovations in the golf industry that I have seen in my career. To have a new ball enter the market – one that incorporates new technology, new materials, and achieves new levels of performance, but is also one that is USGA conforming – is one of the most exciting developments I have ever been involved with," said White. "I'm intrigued by their innovative approach and am looking forward to working with OnCore to build a highly successful business focused on this next big innovation in golf."
About OnCore Golf
OnCore Golf is the manufacturer of the world's only USGA-approved hollow metal core golf ball – the M.A.-1.0 (maximum accuracy). Headquartered in Buffalo, NY, the company is revolutionizing the golf industry. The founders are dedicated to improving the lives, skills and enjoyment of golfers of all skill levels by introducing innovative new products to the industry. For more information, visit www.oncoregolf.com.