Renee Powell Renee Powell grew up on her father’s golf course, Clearview, in East Canton. She played collegiately at both Ohio and Ohio State Universities, before turning professional. She grew up in a time when women of color were not accepted in the country clubs and junior golf programs, but with the help of her father, she learned the game and was the second African American Woman to compete on the LPGA Tour. Renee competed in over 250 LPGA Tour events before returning to Clearview as Head Professional and now she owns, operates and teaches at the course. She has received numerous awards for her service to the golf industry and is most proud of Robb Schulze The Northern Ohio Golf Association (NOGA) appointed Robb Schulze as their CEO in 2015. Prior to his role with NOGA, he was the Head Golf Professional at Acacia Country Club for over ten years and worked closely with NOGA, hosting numerous events. He works tirelessly with the USGA for the benefit of the 45 member clubs and 8,500 members. In addition, NOGA maintains GHIN handicap service to more than 22,000 golfers at 140 public and private clubs. NOGA Charities & Foundation conducts the Return To Golf® program, whose mission is to serve the physically disabled adults and children at the Wharton Golf Center at North Olmsted Golf Club through the innovative combination of rehabilitation-based golf fitness and recreational therapy. Most Influential People In The Ohio Golf Industry her work teaching the game to women, young girls and veterans. Renee was one of the first women to gain membership into The Royal & Ancient and she continues to work to make golf more diverse and inclusive. In 2022, she received the Charlie Sifford Award from the World Golf Hall of Fame for those efforts. Ohio Golf Journal
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