The Volvik Founders Cup Announces 2nd Annual Women’s Leadership Forum

Phoenix mayor Kate Gallego (left) and Jane Spicer, founder of Daphne's Headcovers

Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego Will be Keynote Speaker

(PHOENIX) – The 10th annual LPGA Volvik Founders Cup is excited to announce the return of the Women’s Leadership Forum, an extension of its annual “What’s Fore Lunch” program. The networking event, sponsored in part by HonorHealth, JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort & Spa, Marriott Golf and the LPGA, will be held on Thursday, March 19. Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego is the keynote speaker.

Mayor Gallego is the second elected female mayor in Phoenix history and the youngest big city mayor in the United States. She graduated from Harvard University and earned an MBA from the Wharton School of Business at the University of Pennsylvania. Before being elected, Mayor Gallego worked on economic development for local utility company, Salt River Project.

Mayor Gallego has focused on diversifying the economy, strengthening infrastructure investment, and working to make Phoenix a leader in sustainability during her time in office. She has led efforts on criminal justice reform and ensuring equal pay for equal work. Mayor Gallego is passionate about building a Phoenix that works for everyone and increasing the quality of life for all Phoenicians.

A panel of other influential Valley community leaders will include Jane Spicer, owner and founder of Daphne’s Headcovers.

Spicer, a Phoenix native with English roots, started Daphne’s Headcovers when she was 16 and has turned it into a global brand. Daphne’s Headcovers started as a fundraiser but can now be found in more than 75 different countries and on celebrity golf bags, including those of Tiger Woods, Dustin Johnson, country music star Jake Owens, Brittany Lincicome, Cheyenne Woods and the late LPGA founder, Marilynn Smith.  On any given day, Spicer’s in-basket is filled with dog, ninja or pirate designs.

Spicer is the recipient of accolades such as the Spirit of Enterprise Award from Arizona State University, a Forbes Top Golf Company, Gabriel’s Angels Precious Paw Award for Philanthropy, and many more. She is also actively involved with charities like ASPCA, Golf Fore Africa, and The Ernie Els Fancourt Foundation.

“The LPGA’s history is engrained with the spirit of strong female leaders,” said Scott Wood, Volvik Founders Cup tournament director. “This event allows us to advance and empower women, across industries, by connecting these featured guests with the next generation of leaders.”

At the networking event, guests will enjoy lunch before heading out to the course to watch the best female golfers in the world with access to the Pioneer Pavilion on the 9th green presented by Daphne’s Headcover’s. The day will end on the driving range with golf demonstrations and tips from LPGA teaching and club professionals, open to all skill levels.

Individual tickets are available for $150 or as a table for $1,200. Tickets include valet parking as well as a special attendee gift. For more information, including additional sponsorship opportunities and to purchase tickets, visit TheFoundersLPGA.com/event-info/womens-leadership-forum.

The LPGA Founders Cup was created to honor the 13 women who founded the LPGA in 1950. 2019 Rolex Player of the Year and 2019 Official Money Title winner Jin Young Ko gave a record performance to win the 2019 Founders Cup. For more information on purchasing tickets and tournament updates, visit LPGAFoundersCup.com/ticket-information. Volunteers can now register for the 2020 tournament at LPGAFoundersCup.com/volunteers.