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The Golfing CEO

Derek Belch
Golf
Entrepreneurship
Ambition
Pebble Beach
Crossing the Chasm
U.S. Open
Delusion
NFL
Fatherhood
US Open
Baseball
Parenting
Sports Injuries
Professional Sports
Minor League Baseball
Silicon Valley
Virtual Reality
Technology Adoption Lifecycle
Business Consulting
Real Estate

Candid conversations with top executives, athletes, entrepreneurs, and entertainers, sharing stories of ambition, setbacks, and success—on and off the course. For anyone who dreams big, loves golf, and embraces just a little delusion in the pursuit of it all.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes23Founded10 months ago
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EntrepreneurshipSportsGolfBusiness

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Episode 3 of The Golfing CEO features a guest who almost perfectly embodies the title of this podcast: Scott McNealy, co-founder and former CEO of Sun Microsystems, and father of PGA TOUR standout Maverick McNealy, as well as three other boys who rea... more

It’s Season 2, Episode 2 of The Golfing CEO, and Derek has the pleasure of sitting down with Hrag Hamalian, CEO of the TGR Foundation. Founded by Tiger Woods in 1996, the organization has impacted more than 300,000 students and educators through educ... more

Welcome back to Season 2 of The Golfing CEO, where Derek Belch explores how far dreams, drive, and a dose of delusion can take us in the pursuit of the impossible. Joining him to kick off the second season of the pod is former Oracle President & COO ... more

It's Season 2 of The Golfing CEO, and Derek is back and just as delusional as ever. This season will feature 18 bi-weekly episodes with more amazing guests, who are eager to share their stories, both told and untold, on and off the course.

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Recent Guests

John Sawin
Senior Vice President of Golf at Pebble Beach.
Pebble Beach
Episode: S1E4: The Puzzle Piece (feat. John Sawin)
Tim Stauffer
Former Major League Baseball pitcher
San Diego Padres
Episode: S1E3: Slightly Less Delusional? - #1 (feat. Tim Stauffer)
Geoffrey Moore
Author of the influential business book 'Crossing the Chasm' and expert on tech marketing and disruptive innovation.
Episode: S1E2: Crossing the Chasm (feat. Geoffrey Moore)
Carson Palmer
Former Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback, NFL veteran
Episode: S1E1: The Bet (feat. Carson Palmer)

Host

Derek Belch
Host of The Golfing CEO

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Must listen for anyone who loves golf, business and great storytelling

    Great variety of guests, from inside and outside the golf world, each with a fresh perspective on the game, life and leadership. Derek weaves in lessons from his own golf, business and family journey along the way. Every conversation feels authentic, relatable and insightful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rubin-a
    United States6 months ago

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Thoughtful conversations that make complex ideas accessible and actionable for listeners.
Authentic and relatable storytelling with clear, practical lessons for ambition and resilience.
A superb mix of guests—from inside and outside golf—sharing fresh takes on leadership, life, and the game.
Strong emphasis on mentorship, authenticity, and pursuing big dreams with grit.
Great balance of sports insights and business strategy, with insightful personal anecdotes.

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Apple Podcasts
#242
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#130
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf

Talking Points

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S1E4: The Puzzle Piece (feat. John Sawin)
Q: How did you get your job at Pebble Beach?
I was called during a search for a new chief strategy officer, and later was offered the role due to timing and luck.
S1E4: The Puzzle Piece (feat. John Sawin)
Q: What is the least cool part of your job?
Dealing with discipline and training issues among the 600 people I oversee.
S1E4: The Puzzle Piece (feat. John Sawin)
Q: What was the coolest part of your job?
The people I get to meet and the opportunity to renovate the Hay with Tiger Woods.
S1E3: Slightly Less Delusional? - #1 (feat. Tim Stauffer)
Q: When did you harness your delusion to make impossible possible?
Being delusional about playing baseball in high school in a small town helped propel me to success, believing I could compete that led to greater achievements.
S1E3: Slightly Less Delusional? - #1 (feat. Tim Stauffer)
Q: What are some of the key factors to achieving success in sports?
Being honest and having integrity in decisions, especially regarding injuries and challenges, has helped shape my career positively.

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- A candid collection of conversations with executives, athletes, entrepreneurs, and entertainers that blend business lessons with personal ambition, resilience, and the sport of golf. Across episodes, guests share how delusion, persistence, and strategic thinking have shaped career pivots, leadership, and family life, often using golf as a lens for mindset and performance.

- Notable strengths include diverse guest backgrounds—from NFL veterans to tech leaders—plus a storytelling approach that ties real-world lessons to on-course metaphors. The tone is authentic, with practical takeaways for listeners chasing big goals while balancing work, family, and personal growth.

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