Craig Kessler
Craig Kessler is an American businessperson and the 10th commissioner of the LPGA, a position he began in July 2025. Prior to that, he served as the chief operating officer for the PGA of America.[1] He attended Georgetown University and earned an MBA from Harvard Business School.[2] He has also held positions as CEO of Buff City Soap, COO of TopGolf, and operating partner at both KKR & Co. and Providence Equity.[3]
References
- ^ "Craig Kessler named new LPGA commissioner". Reuters. May 22, 2025. Retrieved September 25, 2025.
- ^ Lopez, Jill Painter. "More exposure, bigger purses, better player morale: Craig Kessler has lots to do as new LPGA commissioner". Golf Digest. Retrieved September 25, 2025.
- ^ "Craig Kessler named LPGA commissioner, sees explosive potential". ESPN. Associated Press. May 22, 2025. Retrieved September 25, 2025.