As a marketing tool to grow his own business, Marketing Experience, Dan Pincus brought his clients together for monthly golf outings and provided them complimentary spots for their clients. In seeing the effectiveness of how golf could bring about quality relationships, he created a business plan and developed the concept of "World Golfs." In April of 2003, World Golfs is born.
World Golfs grows to over 100 members and incorporates the "Decision Makers Only" policy for the program, creating a more productive business environment.
Catering to only business owners and senior executives, Dan takes the feedback of the members and revamped the entire business model to provide higher end golf courses, full service and all inclusive membership packages.
World Golfs doubles its membership base and starts receiving recognition for its unique concepts.
As World Golfs continues to grow, a new chapter based out of New York is established for a more diverse membership. The new chapter is called "NY Golfs." With two active chapters, World Golfs creates their first Gala Event where members are invited to socialize, indulge, and ultimately help to fundraise for worthwhile causes.
World Golfs is awarded "Most Creative New Business" at the Stevie Awards in Manhattan NY.
World Golfs grows immensely, receiving interest for franchising offers throughout states all along the East Coast.
World Golf Network officially launches a new group outing format and continues to rebuild its once established name.
World Golf Network launches a new branch of the business, Our Lunch Club - a program that is complimentary for WGN members and an alternative way to network with key executives in a trustworthy and casual atmosphere. The first chapter to open is the Bergen County Chapter.
Our Lunch Club adds a "Women's Only" Chapter to its roster, promoting the importance of recognizing women in business and a need for building a strong support system to achieve greater success.
WGN brings on partner, Madisen Taylor, who introduces new ideas about building the group and extending the reach. Collaborating with CBI Digital, WGN strategizes to transition the organization into one that maintains the importance of "technology-free" business while still incorporating the useful benefits that digital media can provide.
World Golf Network changes its platform to a 9 hole format, including a cocktail hour and dinner rather than the original breakfast and networking lunch. Additionally outings are held at private country clubs to cater to owners and senior executives.
World Golf Network navigates unprecedented challenges while maintaining its commitment to fostering genuine business relationships.
World Golf Network continued to support their members and guests with live face to face interaction while the networking world offered virtual networking as the sole form of relationship building. True to the principles that make World Golf Network the special program it is, members attended events both outdoors and by the end of the year indoors. Dan Pincus CEO of WGN gets interviewed on I Heart Radio.
World Golf celebrates its 20th year in business! A concept that started out to help executives grow their business really works with quality business executives meeting and developing solid relationships.
Wrapping up an unforgettable 2023 season! A heartfelt thank you to all our amazing members and guests who made it spectacular. We've seen incredible growth in 2023, and it's all thanks to your enthusiasm and support.
In 2024, World Golf Network strengthened its position as the region's premier business networking community for decision-makers and industry leaders. Through curated events across New Jersey and New York, members deepened relationships that turned introductions into partnerships and conversations into opportunities. With record attendance and new industries joining the network, WGN continued to prove that business built on trust always lasts longer.
As 2025 unfolds, WGN has evolved beyond the fairway — creating meaningful spaces for collaboration, education, and growth. From exclusive events at premier country clubs to thought leadership panels and member spotlights, the network continues to champion business owners and executives who believe in the power of genuine connection. World Golf Network's story remains the same: when people with purpose connect, success follows.
From a simple idea in 2003 to a thriving community of business leaders today, World Golf Network remains committed to its founding principle: when people with purpose connect, success follows.
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