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Andrew George To Become

Honda Classic Executive Director

Ken Kennerly To Remain As fundraising initiative, that has now generated nearly $21 tournament. In just two years, the on-site buildout grew by
Executive Director Emeritus, million for more than 200 charities. In 2012, George was 35 percent and the 17th hole alone amassed more than 60,000
square feet of structures.
promoted to director of corporate partnerships, where he
Advisor To The Board secured nearly $2 million in corporate sponsorships for the George was named associate tournament director in July
tournament while also helping to reorganize the sales reporting 2015 and tournament director in February 2016. His role
Andrew George, who has been the tournament director of process for better efficiency and future growth. has included leading a team tasked with welcoming fans and
The Honda Classic for the past seven years, has been elevated Prior to the 2014 Honda Classic, George shifted to director sponsors from all over the world, while focusing on raising
to the role of executive director, expanding the scope of his of operations, managing the tournament activations, course
responsibility for the daily operations of the PGA TOUR event. plan, and over 75 tournament vendors in production of the Andrew George To Become on page 13
Kenneth R. Kennerly, who has been the executive director
of The Honda Classic since the tournament’s move to PGA
National Resort in 2007, will remain executive director
Healthcare Charity as he transitions into his professional role Good Samaritan Medical Center
emeritus and advisor to the Board of Directors of Children’s

as the president of the production division of Jupiter-based
PopStroke Holdings, an emerging leader in golf entertainment Brings New Technology And Services
co-owned by Greg Bartoli and Tiger Woods.
“We are excited to give Andrew this great opportunity
to continue impacting The Honda Classic in an even more To The Newly Redesigned cancer can be detected earlier, when it is easier to treat. It
influential role,” said John Domenico, the outgoing president also cuts down on unnecessary follow-up appointments
of Children’s Healthcare Charity. “And we feel comfortable Norma E. & Miles M. Zisson by up to 40 percent compared to 2-D imaging alone. It
in the knowledge that Ken Kennerly’s ties to the tournament Comprehensive Breast also produces images quicker so less time for the patient
and community will continue indefinitely into the future.” to have their breast under compression.
“Andrew has earned the respect of all involved with our Center Of The Palm Beaches • Affirm Breast Biopsy Guidance System – This
tournament and his peers with the Tour,” Incoming President system allows doctors to quickly perform 3-D breast
Joe Russo said. “I have full confidence that the tournament Good Samaritan Medical Center, part of the Palm biopsies on patients and accurately target regions of interest
will thrive under his leadership.” Beach Health Network, announces a new look and for a breast biopsy assisting in breast cancer detection.
The promotion to executive director continues the footprint new equipment in the redesigned Norma E. & Miles • Supersonic Mach 40 Ultrasound – The ultrasound
that George has established with The Honda Classic since his M. Zisson Comprehensive Breast Center of the Palm system gives the highest resolution images of patients
arrival as an intern in 2009. Beaches. The Palm Beach Health Network invested to enhance diagnostic certainty, regardless of tissue
“I’m excited to continue working alongside our dedicated nearly a quarter of a million dollars into the center, density.
team to ensure consistent innovation and growth in all aspects bringing a sleek and calm aesthetic look, along with “We feel confident that by offering these new
of this marquee PGA TOUR event each year,” George said. some of the newest high-end technology for patients technological capabilities it will ensure greater patient
“In my 13-plus years with the organization, I’ve been both being treated for their breast health. care and confidence for those who come in for their
impressed and appreciative of the unrivaled community “As we continue to change the way we treat breast yearly mammograms,” said Dr. Elena Rehl, breast
support that we receive, and this has provided the foundation cancer, it is important we continue to keep up with the surgeon on staff at Good Samaritan Medical Center.
for success within our philanthropic endeavors across South latest and newest technology, so the residents of Palm “It is so important not to delay care especially for your
Florida.” Beach County can benefit from getting the very best annual mammogram. If you have been putting it off, we
Under the direction of Kennerly and George, The Honda treatments for their overall breast health,” said Sheri encourage you to make an appointment today.”
Classic has emerged as one of the elite events on the PGA Montgomery, chief executive officer for Good Samaritan The Norma E. & Miles M. Zisson Comprehensive
TOUR. The tournament was named the “Most Fan First Event” Medical Center. “As we have done for over 100 years, Breast Center of the Palm Beaches brings together a
in 2019 after first being recognized as Most Fan First Event in our newly redesigned center will continue to provide multidisciplinary team of cancer specialists and allied
2014. The tournament was also recognized in 2018 for Best amazing quality care to the South Florida community.” health professionals, advanced technology and cancer
Onsite Staging among PGA TOUR events. Some of the new additions to the center include: resources so patients and their families may receive
The bottom line is that attending The Honda Classic is • The Genius 3-D Mammography™ exam with a comprehensive diagnosis, treatment and support
one of the best fan experiences in tournament golf which was Hologic Clarity HD – This technology generates images services. Call (561) 650-6441 or go to our website at
Kennerly’s aim in 2007 when The Bear Trap was created and of the breast that are sharper and even more detailed so a www.goodsamaritanmc.com.
extensive fan activations were introduced such as after play
concerts and fireworks. Now The Honda Classic has advanced Paid Advertisement
with more than 18 activations on the course and even double-
decker seating at the 17th hole which will continue to be
expanded in 2023 to also include the 18th hole.
“The Honda Classic will always play an enormous role in
my life and I cannot be more proud to hand over the executive
director reigns to Andrew George,” Kennerly said. “He and I Susan Has Moved To A
have worked side by side for the past several years and he is the
perfect next leader as he has the respect of the team, the vision
to continue to grow the Honda, and the tremendous respect not New Location!
only from our community but from his PGA TOUR peers.”
George made a quick impression as a tournament intern
in 2009 and was hired as the event’s community relations Androcles Hair Salon
coordinator, helping to launch the Birdies for Children
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