Shop Operations

Boost Sales by Capitalizing on Member Trips with Targeted Trunk Shows

Posted on by Katelyn Madsen
Golf club event space set up for a trunk show with apparel displays and tables, overlaid with the headline “Trunk Show Sales” and a subtitle about boosting sales through targeted member trips.
13
Aug

Written by Justine Gray

Several 2024 AGM Platinum Award-winning facilities maximized their sales while providing exceptional member services through targeted trunk shows. These trunk shows focused on rain and inclement weather apparel in advance of organized member golf trips to destinations like Ireland and Scotland. Here’s how three facilities successfully implemented this strategy:

Congressional Country Club: It’s Raining, it’s Pouring, and Galvin Green isn’t Snoring… He’s Selling!

Bethesda, MD

Promotional flyer for a Galvin Green Fitting Experience at Congressional Country Club, inviting members to shop and be fitted for all-condition outerwear, with event date, time, and location details included.
Congressional Country Club

Congressional Country Club’s membership frequently participates in golf trips worldwide, many requiring high-quality rain gear. To meet this demand, Congressional partnered with Galvin Green to host an “Outerwear Fitting Experience.” Members explored various options and consulted with company-trained representatives about each garment’s unique properties, ensuring they received the right protection for their trips. A special invitation was sent to members attending the Club-organized trip to Scotland, offering a private showing exclusively for them before the trunk show’s regular hours. This focused effort resulted in 32 special orders. By catering specifically to their needs and providing a tailored experience, Congressional successfully turned this event into a significant sales opportunity.

 

Monterey Peninsula Country Club: Tailored Trunk Shows for Travel Enthusiasts

Pebble Beach, CA

Monterey Peninsula Country Club organized a trunk show specifically for members traveling to Ireland, Scotland, and Whistler, Canada. Partnering with KJUS, the club showcased a diverse selection of merchandise, including layering pieces, rain gear, and sun shirts, catering to the varied needs of the attendees. To create urgency, exclusive offers and discounts were provided during the trunk show, encouraging on-the-spot purchases. The assurance that products would be delivered before departure increased members’ confidence in buying.

 

TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm: Innovative Merchandise Experiences

Potomac, MD

TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm shifted from traditional sales events to create more engaging merchandise experiences, including destination trunk shows. For trips to Ireland and Scotland, a trunk show with Summit Golf Brands was organized to ensure members had the necessary gear before departure. Discounts on travel bags, umbrellas, and other relevant items were offered. The trunk show was held during a busy Par 3 tournament, attracting additional special orders from members outside the travel group. This comprehensive approach led to substantial sales and high member satisfaction.

 

Conclusion

These initiatives at 2024 AGM Platinum Award-winning facilities highlight the effectiveness of pre-trip trunk shows tailored to inclement weather apparel. By focusing on these specific member needs, clubs can ensure their members are well-equipped for their travels while driving substantial revenue growth.

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