If you thought last year was tee-rific, then you better grab your clubs and buckle up because the 2025 Tom Greenwald Memorial Golf Outing was truly on par with perfection. The greens were pristine, the swings were mighty, and the laughs? They were anything but subpar.
A Night in Bridge Park – A Hole-in-One Experience
The night before, our team and beloved manufacturers got polished up and began the evening at Vaso. The drinks and appetizers were outstanding, and the atmosphere was a sight to behold.
After drinks, we walked across the bridge, The Pearl. The atmosphere? Absolutely ace. The food? Amazing! Surrounded by the warmth of camaraderie and the glow of celebration, guests dined on exceptional dishes that would make even the most seasoned foodies jealous. The menu at The Pearl certainly sealed the deal and came in swinging!
Ceviche, seafood towers, steak, scallops, and extra crispy tater tots were some of the night’s favorites. But the real winner? The brown sugar pie. Melty, gooey, and oh-so delicious, made with an oatmeal cookie crust.
The team made their way across the Bridge to Pins to cap the night with duck pin bowling, drinks, and lots of laughs.
Putt-ing the Fun in Fairways
The day started bright and early, with golfers rolling up to the clubhouse, ready to iron out their game.
And in spectacular Greenwald fashion, the team graced the green in custom golf shirts. Bold, bright, and BLUE, it was a surprising deviation from the Greenwald Green. It added color, texture, and, most of all, flare!
Coolers were stocked with a plethora of drinks. As tradition holds, the 8 am shotgun start fired off with a flurry of drives soaring down the fairway – some straight as an arrow, others embracing a more scenic route. Mulligans were granted by our lovely fairway fairy dressed in green, proving once again that sometimes the best shot is your second one.
We even had a manufacturer friend sponsoring a hole! TableCraft’s Tiffany Hughes bought every golfer a drink and handed out custom TableCraft golf ball koozies. Word on the green is that she had a ball!
Fairways, Friends, and Flagsticks
With each hole, teams chipped away at the course, chasing birdies, avoiding bogeys, and sharing stories of both glory and grit. Laughter echoed from every green as players navigated tricky sand traps and flirted with water hazards – the only kind of splash you don’t want at a golf outing.
In between the chips and strokes, a contest ensued for the most creative picture with our gift of the year, a golf grabber! The suction cup on a stick was a crowd-pleaser, and our players were given the chance to flex their creative muscles. We took a trip to Abbey Road and even witnessed creative masterpieces along the way. From beer torches to beards, it was a sight to behold.
Of course, our beverage cart made its rounds, ensuring spirits stayed as high as the loft on a pitching wedge. The real highlight, though, was spending quality time with industry friends—sharing memories, trading stories, and catching up on life both on and off the course.
Awards, Toasts, and a Par-fect End
With bellies full and spirits high, the evening concluded with an awards ceremony that celebrated not just the best scores but the best moments. A heartfelt toast from Melissa Greenwald reminded everyone of why we gather each year – to honor the legacy of Tom Greenwald, celebrate friendships, and enjoy a day where every shot counts, even the ones that land in the rough.
Congratulations to the winners:
FIRST PLACE: Matt Brown, Zach Williams, Scott Leathley, and Jordan Zak were the best teams by par, leading with a -10! They took home the first-place custom Front of the House Champion Charger.
SECOND PLACE: Michelle Greer, Anthony Cowell, Mike Metzger, and Perry Lease landed in second place with a –9!
THIRD PLACE: Kristy Budnick, Tom Budnick, Adam Kohler, and Kevin Marchese slid into third place with a –4.
We also had some amazing shots to recognize with our proximity prizes.
Longest Drive –
- Men’s – Tony Cowell
- Women’s – Sara York
- Closet to the Pin – Zach Williams
- Longest Put – Jordan Zak
And finally, ITI was awarded the Tom Greenwald Memorial Trophy for their support and trust in Greenwald Sales and Marketing. This is an extra-special award, not given out every year, and is reserved for the most exceptional partnerships. Congrats to ITI for this well-earned hardware!
Until Next Year – Keep It Out of the Bunkers!
With memories made, friendships strengthened, and stories to last a lifetime, we look forward to doing it all over again in 2026. Until then, keep your drives long and your putts true, and remember – a day on the green is always better than a day in the office.
