About Jim Beatty Golf Ventures
Jim Beatty is a recognized name in the golf world. Jim serves as the Executive Editor of the African American Golfers Digest, and a member of the Editorial Board of the magazine. Jim also serves as Chairman of the Recreational Play subcommittee on the World Golf Foundation’s We Are Golf Diversity Task Force.
Jim serves on the board of directors of the Teddy Rhodes Foundation and has served on the National YMCA board of directors. He has also served on the Omaha Nike Tour Board of Directors and the First Tee of Omaha Board of Directors (Hogan’s Junior Golf Heroes).
- Jim is a recipient of the National Golf and Jazz Pioneer award sponsored by the Global Golf Institute.
- Jim has been inducted into the Nebraska Junior Chamber of Commerce Hall of Fame.
- He has also been inducted into the Urban League of Nebraska African American Leadership Hall of Fame.
- Jim has been recognized as one of the top 50 Economic Development consultants in America for his activities and accomplishments in national economic development.
- Jim is a graduate of Doane University where he received the prestigious Paul Kersenbrock Humanitarian Alumni Award for his extraordinary, unselfish dedication and service to others in his work .
- He is a nationally recognized speaker and author.
- Executive Editor - African American Golfer’s Digest
- Editorial Advisory Board - African American Golfer’s Digest
- Chairman - We Are Golf Recreational Play Subcommittee
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Advisory Council - Golf Course Superintendents Association of America
- President - Jim Beatty Golf Ventures
- President - NCS International
- Organizer - Inaugural African American Golf Expo and Forum
- Member, Marketing Committee - "Make Golf Your Thing" Industry Collaboration
- Member, Semicentennial Commission - World Golf Hall of Fame - 50th Anniversary
Testimonials
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Jim Beatty is a leader who has a reputation of being able to break through barriers and solve problems in a way that positively affects all involved. He is dedicated to his work and his clients and is someone that anyone would want to have as a partner on their team leading the way. Developing relationships with those in key positions in the golf industry is critical and Jim is a person who can definitely open those door.
Renee Powell
LPGA/PGA Head Golf Professional
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Besides being a wonderful friend and supporter of mine, Jim Beatty has been on the frontlines of diversity and inclusion in golf in recent years. He gets it. Jim has my eternal appreciation and admiration for his philanthropy and willingness to be engaged in the effort to level the playing field in golf.... Pete McDaniel, historian/freelance golf writer. Author Uneven Lies
Pete McDaniel
Author Uneven Lies
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"Jim Beatty displays zest and pleasure in his work and sets high standards of personal performance and excellence on all projects. Jim quickly establishes effective working team relationships and builds a climate of trust and respect. His quality of work reflects an exceptional mastery of knowledge, creativity and professional expertise."
Clemmie C. Perry
Executive Director | Women of Color Golf
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"To make a difference you have to know there is a difference", Jim Beatty's experiences allow him to know the differences. He not only understands there are differences-- he is doing something about those differences. Glad to know he is on our side as we continue our work to broaden the game of golf.