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The Golfing CEO Dreams, Drive, and a Dose of Delusion What happens when elite ambition meets the pursuit of the perfect swing? The Golfing CEO is a podcast about the relentless, often irrational drive required to lead in business—and golf. Hosted by Strivr CEO and U.S. Open hopeful Derek Belch, each episode features conversations with world-class leaders, athletes, and entrepreneurs who share a love for the game and a mindset built around bold goals, personal growth, and embracing the grind. From Fortune 500 boardrooms to fairways, guests open up about: The lessons golf has taught them about leadership The setbacks that nearly broke them—and the shots that brought them back What it takes to dream big, stay driven, and push past delusion Whether you’re building a business, chasing a personal milestone, or just love a good underdog story, The Golfing CEO offers a refreshing, unfiltered look at the mentality behind greatness—on and off the course. Follow our journey and never miss an episode—wherever you get your podcasts.

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The Golfing CEO

The Golfing CEO
Dreams, Drive, and a Dose of Delusion

What happens when elite ambition meets the pursuit of the perfect swing?

The Golfing CEO is a podcast about the relentless, often irrational drive required to lead in business—and golf. Hosted by Strivr CEO and U.S. Open hopeful Derek Belch, each episode features conversations with world-class leaders, athletes, and entrepreneurs who share a love for the game and a mindset built around bold goals, personal growth, and embracing the grind.

From Fortune 500 boardrooms to fairways, guests open up about:

The lessons golf has taught them about leadership

The setbacks that nearly broke them—and the shots that brought them back

What it takes to dream big, stay driven, and push past delusion

Whether you’re building a business, chasing a personal milestone, or just love a good underdog story, The Golfing CEO offers a refreshing, unfiltered look at the mentality behind greatness—on and off the course.

Follow our journey and never miss an episode—wherever you get your podcasts.

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Nov. 4, 2025

S1E13: A Course in Fatherhood (feat. Casey Jacox)

It’s episode 13 of The Golfing CEO , and today’s guest is another “chance connection” who fortuitously found his way to the show after it launched. Join Derek and author, speaker, and executive coach, Casey Jacox, as they div...

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Oct. 28, 2025

S1E12: As Advertised (feat. Larry Fitzgerald)

We kicked off Season 1 with Carson Palmer, and in today’s episode, we’re grateful to be joined by his longtime teammate and future NFL Hall of Famer, Larry Fitzgerald. It’s a candid conversation that provides a rare glimpse i...

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S1E11: How Stanford Golf Stays on a Championship Course (feat. Anne Walker and Conrad Ray)

How often does anyone get an inside look at one of the most successful collegiate athletic programs in the world? Usually the first thing that comes to mind when we hear a question like this is a powerhouse football or basket...

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Oct. 14, 2025

S1E10: Cabot’s Competitive Advantage (feat. Ben Cowan-Dewar)

Have you ever wondered what it takes to build and operate a world-class golf course… or even a collection of them in some of the most remote corners of the world? In this episode, Derek is joined by co-founder and CEO of Cabo...

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Oct. 7, 2025

S1E9: The Ingredients for Success in Women's Golf (feat. Ricki Lasky)

In this episode, Derek is joined by the LPGA’s Chief Tour Business and Operations Officer, Ricki Lasky. Ricki shares how she started “in the kitchen” - literally and metaphorically - as part of her journey through the last 25...

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S1E8: Big Data (feat. Cory Scoggin)

Derek sits down with his golf instructor, Cory Scoggin, for a deep-dive into the current state of his game and his progression over the last three years. Cory also shares nuggets related to his own instructional philosophies,...

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