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September
17
2013
Reach “FORE” The Masters Golf Charity Day
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Arron Busst & Sean Fergusson, Co-Founders of “FORE” Business will be rolling out a further 14 groups by the end of April 2014.

John Hiscock of The Basingstoke Golf Club was quoted as saying “What really stood out from the Reach “FORE” The Masters Charity Event, was the organisation, the prizes, the efficiency of the helpers and the trick shots”. He went on to say of the “FORE” Business concept “it gives like-minded people the opportunity to meet and talk to one another in a convivial atmosphere and is a huge benefit to Golf Clubs”.
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Hampshire businesses were proud do their part to help raise funds to the tune of £1,500 and highlighting awareness for REACH, the charity which supports children with upper limb deficiency, whilst enjoying a super golf day at The Basingstoke Golf Club.

Founded in 1978 by parents with babies born with missing upper limbs, REACH supports parents, families and carers across the UK with information, advice and links to treatment resources. The REACH charity is the only organisation created specifically to help babies born with upper limb defects and to this end an extremely worthwhile cause to support. The REACH Board of Directors are all unpaid volunteers which makes sponsorship even more important. For further information on REACH please go to their website www.reach.org.uk

The Reach “FORE” The Masters Golf Charity Day, held on Thursday 1st August 2013, was the first of its kind and its organisers, the “FORE” Business Networking Group, are delighted to reveal that the success of this first group at The Basingstoke Golf Club means they are rolling out a further 14 groups between March and April 2014 across Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire.

Businesses across the UK can enjoy a Corporate Golf Day

Business owners across the country can emulate the “FORE” Business model and hold their own Corporate Golf Day as a way of rewarding staff, recognising clients and entertaining prospects.

Busy Executives and Business Owners who find they do not have the time to devote to organising a Golf Day can take advantage of the “FORE” Business professionalism and expertise and enjoy an enjoyable and smoothly-run Corporate Golf Day with none of the stresses, strains or time-consuming organisation that goes into making the day happen.

Who helped “FORE” Business make the day?

No successful event can be possible without the support of local sponsors so “FORE” Business is proud to thank the following Hampshire and Home Counties businesses for playing the vital sponsorship role that made Reach “FORE” The Masters such a great success:

  • Martins Volkswagen
  • Aston Scott Ltd
  • Rowberry Morris Solicitors
  • Stewart Archibald – Golf Pro
  • Jeremy Dale – Golf Trickster
  • Event Photography
  • Red Book Productions
  • 1st Response Medical
  • And of course special thanks goes to The Basingstoke Golf Club, whose scenic panorama and challenging fairways made for real competition.

 

Anna Illingworth of Rowberry Morris who jointly sponsored the Reach “FORE” The Masters Charity Event was quoted as saying that “the commitment of everyone involved along with the ‘can-do’ attitude really stood out from the event!” Anna also said “I had a very good day, the event was well organised, in a lovely location and we were blessed with fantastic weather!”
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A blend that works

Since its inception, “FORE” Business has successfully merged the corporate and the sporting world in a unique and innovative way. Busy execs who know that time is money and who find themselves foregoing a relaxing – or empowering – game of golf now have the perfect model to enjoy both.

It was Mark Twain who said: What work I have done I have done because it has been play. If it had been work I shouldn’t have done it and it is exactly this relaxed and intelligent approach that “FORE” Business founders Sean Fergusson and Arron Busst wanted to implement when the “FORE” Business model began in January 2013.
It is no secret that away from the hustle and bustle of the office is often where the seed of a mighty idea takes root and what better way to maximise this form of creativity than with an enjoyable round of golf.

Making the corporate downtime work

“FORE” Business offers members an all-inclusive round of golf at the beautiful Basingstoke Golf Club as well as a monthly 4-ball for member plus 3 guests. “FORE” Business believes in buzz, so there is always something on the agenda to suit all tastes: from wine tasting, to summer barbecues and spectacular charity days packed full of fun events, including a live auction, raffle and special guest attractions, there is something for everyone and it is the aim of “FORE” Business to include Hampshire businesses from all sectors for even bigger networking opportunities.

“FORE” Business members are also offered the opportunity of complimentary on-line marketing by the media arm of “Fore” Business, Top Of The Search.

Because “FORE” Business is all about delivering the highest quality networking opportunities and event days, we are always delighted to discuss possible ideas for future events in venues around Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire.

Emma Pendrey of Aston Scott who jointly sponsored the Reach “FORE” The Masters Charity Event, when asked why she liked the “FORE” Business concept said “What better way is there to do business in a more relaxed environment?” she went on to say “From a business perspective, people buy from people, you get to know someone better in a more relaxed environment; with “FORE” Business you get both and still have an element of competitiveness”.
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In addition to our members, golf clubs in and around the Hampshire, Surrey and Berkshire area can also benefit from a “FORE” Business Golf Day, a superb way to raise awareness of the club and it’s facilities and of introducing non-golf players to the sport. With the recent upsurge in lady golfers a “FORE” Business event is an excellent way of gaining teams for match play.

Golf clubs which are historically quiet during the off-season months can experience a resurgence of golf shoes across the greens when hosting a “FORE” Business Golf Day.

Golf is an outdoor sport but does not necessarily have to be summer-based. Keep fair-weather golfers keen by introducing a selection of versatile winter golf clothing which can also be highlighted as special offers on the day of the event.

In short a “FORE” Business Golf Day can be anything you want it to be as it primarily focuses on corporate membership and networking, a raising of brand awareness and facilities offered, marketing golf as a modern day sport which works seamlessly with businesses across Hampshire and the UK.

Why golf? Why not football or tennis?

In addition to the obvious reasons as to why Golf and business mix so well, is that golf is played in the great outdoors with plenty of room for quiet rumination and for private discussion. The unhurried pace of the sport also lends itself to slowed down, in-depth thought processes, during which many innovative ideas are conceived. It is often when not-thinking that we find the answer.

If a Zen Master was to choose a sport to play it would, in all likelihood, be golf. Expand clear thinking and natural creativity whilst bonding with like-minded corporate individuals. What better way to spend a Thursday?

If you think you have what it takes to become a “FORE” Business Ambassador, to head up one of our new groups, then please submit your details here www.fore-business.com/become-an-ambassador. We look forward to hearing from you!