Peter Broome, former Acushnet Company Senior Vice President, was conferred an Honorary Member of the PGA of America at the conclusion of the 109th PGA of America Annual Meeting November 6 at the Omni PGA Frisco Resort.
Broome, the 13th Honorary Member of the Association, was elected by the PGA of America Delegates during a special meeting on August 14, 2025, for his outstanding contributions to the game of golf and for decades of support to PGA of America Golf Professionals.
Background
Originally from Montreal, Canada, Peter Broome developed his passion for golf as a junior at Royal Montreal Golf Club and Mount Bruno Country Club, winning championships at club, regional, and provincial levels.
Mentored by PGA of Canada professional Bob Hogarth, Broome was inspired to pursue a career in golf and gained a deep appreciation for the role of golf professionals. He worked as an assistant professional at several Canadian clubs while attending McGill University, graduating in 1984 with a bachelor’s degree in education.
Broome spent 30 years with Acushnet Company, serving on the senior leadership team at the corporate headquarters in Fairhaven, Massachusetts. As Senior Vice President, he led Titleist Brand Management and Acushnet’s Industry Relations, overseeing partnerships with organizations such as the PGA of America, PGA Tour, and golf’s governing bodies.
He also managed Acushnet’s operations in Latin America and Canada. In recognition of his contributions, Broome received the George Cumming Award from PGA of Canada and the Legacy Award from the Golf Canada Foundation.
Diagnosed with ALS in August 2024, he and his family founded the Bridge Foundation in 2025 to support ALS awareness, research, and treatment; Broome and his wife Sandy live in Jupiter, Florida, and have three children and three grandsons.
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You wake up in the morning — what’s the driving passion?
At this point in my life my passion is to connect with friends and family to enjoy every
moment in this chapter.
My passion project is to launch the Bridge Foundation which is dedicated to accelerating the research and development of treatment to rid the world of the hideous disease, ALS.
Is it different now than what it was years ago? How so?
Life has presented a timer which has required me to adjust my dreams. It has created a sense of urgency to provide love and support to family and friends.
Given this new challenge I want to use my network and platform to assist the ALS community while continuing as an ambassador for the game of golf including Golf Canada and the PGA.
When did you find out you were selected to be an honorary member of the PGA of America and what does it mean to you to be admitted to that special group?
I was first informed in June of 2025 by way of a call that included the PGA leadership and
some peers. It was a total surprise and I was overwhelmed given my lifelong connection with, and admiration for, PGA Members.
It is simply the honor of a lifetime and a testament to the important partnership between Acushnet and the PGA member. I share this honor with all of my Acushnet family.
What was the tipping point for you in making golf a lifelong passion?
As Juniors we were introduced to the game by my father who was a passionate golfer who
believed in the positive influence golf can have on the community. He was also dedicated to
giving back to the game serving on countless committees at various clubs. He was a wonderful role model.
The other mentor that fostered my love for the game and planted the seed for a
career in golf was PGA Member Bob Hogarth. He was a hero, mentor and wonderful friend.
Most notable golf person you met in your life and what made them stand out.
I have had the luxury and privilege of meeting many prominent people in entertainment, sport and politics all through the game of golf. My list would include, President Bush (41) who had a presence and grace about him that was incredible.
When talking to you it was you were the only person in the room. An unforgettable experience. The other is someone who has become a very close friend, Brad Faxon. Brad is one of the game’s greatest ambassadors.
His skill is legendary however his greatest quality is how he connects with people and his
commitment to his community. No one in my life has done as much for those around him as
Brad Faxon.
The third would be Acushnet CEO David Maher. He is a compassionate leader who
is dedicated to his family, team and the game of golf. He has executive grace and style which has benefited both the company and the game. He is a gifted leader and a wonderful friend.
In 2028 the USGA and R&A will institute a rollback of the golf ball for elite players. In 2030 it will then apply to all golfers. How do you view that situation and is the solution in search of a problem or one needing such a drastic remedy?
I accept and embrace the fact that the game continues to evolve which has been beneficial to the golf ecosystem at all levels. The technological advances in equipment have contributed to golfers’ enjoyment of the game, keeping them in the game longer while also attracting new golfers.
What golfers need to understand is that the game has guard rails in place with the existing equipment rules which have been, and will continue to be, effective.
Secondly, the athlete has natural limitations and physics will ultimately prevail. Any action, if deemed necessary at some point, should be a result of careful and fact based, collaboration of all stakeholders in the game.
You’ve got one course to play and three people to enjoy it with. Name the place and the people involved.
I have learned in life that it is more about who you are with and where you are rather than
what you shoot. This means more to me today than it ever has. The who is family and the
where is Pine Valley which has been an important place in my life.
But, the where is far less important than who I am surrounded by. I’ll play wherever they want!
If you could change one thing in golf unilaterally – what would it be and why?
If I was the golf czar for a day I would engage all the stakeholders in the game and review the
strengths, opportunities and threats to our game.
There is a need for more collaboration among stakeholders with the north star being the long term best interests of golf.
Best advice you ever received — what was it and who was it from?
Part of the Acushnet ethos is that “People want to know how much you care rather than care how much you know.”
This has remained an important life lesson and personal operating principle.
Complete the sentence — Peter Broome is —
Grateful for all that golf has provided in my life. I am a very lucky person.
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Lifetime Honorary PGA Members (Year of Election)
Thomas Crane, 1962
Hon. Dwight D. Eisenhower, 1967
Gary Player, 1974
Hon. Gerald R. Ford, 1975
Bob Hope, 1982
Lloyd Lamber, 1986
Dennis Walters, 1992
John Jachym, 1994
Hon. George H.W. Bush, 2003
Joseph P. Steranka, 2008
Joe Louis Barrow Sr., 2009
Tim Rosaforte, 2020
Peter Broome, 2025
