Iconic Golf Simulator Company Now Franchising
Grants Local Entrepreneur Opportunity to Develop 40 New
Centers
KNOXVILLE, Tenn., March 6,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TruGolf Links Franchising, LLC
("TruGolf"), wholly owned by TruGolf Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: TRUG),
a leading provider of golf simulator software and hardware,
announced today the signing of another regional development deal.
Signed with Knoxville Tennessee
native, John Young, an entrepreneur
and problem solver with a passion for building ventures that bring
people together. As the Regional Developer for TruGolf Links, he is
leading a statewide expansion of this cutting-edge indoor golf
concept, starting with the first flagship location in Knoxville. With plans to develop 40 locations
across Tennessee, John is focused
on creating a modern, accessible, inclusive, and community-driven
golf experience for players of all skill levels. With a background
in accounting, operations, and growing businesses, John previously
founded a successful cloud-based accounting firm dedicated to
serving nonprofits nationwide. His expertise in strategic
growth and his deep ties to the Knoxville community make him the ideal leader
to bring TruGolf Links to Tennessee.
"We started TruGolf Links because of our passion for golf
any time of the year," said Chris
Jones, founder and CEO of TruGolf, Inc. "We need to ensure
both owner-operators and investors are supported, and we've
developed an innovative approach to achieve this by offering a
variety of growth paths. We are thrilled to have John join us on
this mission to deliver our tech-forward vision to golfers
everywhere."
John's love for golf is rooted in family. Though he considers
himself an amateur golfer at best, he grew up hearing stories of
his dad's annual golf trips and has long admired how golf can
connect people. Now, John is excited to build a space where
families, friends, and golfers alike can make their own
memories—rain or shine. John lives in Knoxville with his wife, Megan, who works in
health research and process improvement, and their adventurous
three-year-old son, Holden—who already has his own mini set of golf
clubs. As a family, they love traveling, tackling DIY home
projects, and simply enjoying time together.
"I'm thrilled to bring TruGolf Links to Tennessee, starting with our first flagship
location right here in Knoxville"
says Young, "with the goal of making golf more accessible,
welcoming, and fun—whether you're a scratch golfer, a weekend
player, or just looking for a great place to hang out. For me,
this is more than just a business venture; it's personal. Growing
up, I saw firsthand how golf brings people together and now, it's
something I get to experience myself—golf has become one of the
best ways for my friends and me to get out, disconnect from the
daily grind, and just enjoy time together. That's what we're
creating with TruGolf Links—an incredible space where people can
connect, compete, and make memories. Knoxville is just the beginning, and I can't
wait to see the impact TruGolf Links will have across the
state."
"We could not be more excited to have John as our developer for
the State of Tennessee and a
member of our President's Circle, reserved for our first dozen
Regional Developers" said Dr. Ben Litalien, Chief Development
Officer, "He is an amazing business leader whose passion for golf
now gives him the opportunity to develop a significant network of
TruGolf Links Centers." The President's Circle will be the
company's franchise advisory council, along with receiving benefits
such as reduced territory fees, enhanced sales and support
compensation, and significantly discounted access to the world
class TruGolf simulator bays. "Besides developing TruGolf
Links locations across the State, John is also our distributor for
the entire product line of TruGolf, an unparalleled opportunity in
conjunction with his franchise".
TruGolf Links offers a comprehensive franchise program,
including individual and regional developer opportunities. Each
facility will feature TruGolf's state-of-the-art software and
hardware, five or more simulator bays, an upscale bar and dining
area, a club cleaning station, and a pro shop. The flagship is
designed for 5,000 square feet or more and includes a unique
double-size bay with stadium seating for events. Standard
facilities will occupy 3,800 square feet or more, feature five
standard simulator bays, and offer full food and beverage
service.
For more information about TruGolf Links, visit
www.trugolflinks.com or contact Andrew
Johnson at andrewj@trugolf.com. Connect on the brand's
social pages by
visiting https://www.linkedin.com/company/trugolflinks and/or
https://www.facebook.com/trugolflinks/.
About TruGolf, Inc.
Since 1983, TruGolf has been
passionate about driving the golf industry with innovative indoor
golf solutions. TruGolf builds products that capture the spirit of
golf. TruGolf's mission is to help grow the game by attempting to
make it more Available, Approachable, and Affordable through
technology - because TruGolf believes Golf is for Everyone.
TruGolf's team has built award-winning video games ("Links"),
innovative hardware solutions, and an all-new e-sports platform to
connect golfers around the world with E6 CONNECT. Since TruGolf's
beginning, TruGolf has continued to attempt to define and redefine
what is possible with golf technology.
About TruGolf Links Franchising
While the company
offers individual franchises, the focus of its expansion efforts is
with Regional Developers who acquire a territory of 1M or more in population, open a flagship
location within that territory, then develop the territory with
additional units they own or with independent franchisees.
Regional Developers are compensated for attracting franchisees and
providing support locally to all TruGolf Links locations within
their territory.
For more information about TruGolf Links franchise program,
visit: www.trugolflinks.com/franchising.
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