Illinois PGA

Established in 1916, the Illinois PGA Section, headquartered in Glenview, Illinois, is a professional service organization serving the men and women golf professionals in northern and central Illinois who are the recognized experts in growing, teaching and managing the game of golf.

The Illinois PGA Section is responsible for the administration of competitive golf tournaments, educational opportunities, support programs and growth of the game initiatives.

In 1922, Joe Roseman was appointed as the first president of the Illinois PGA.

[1] The current President of the Illinois PGA is Alex Mendez.

The Illinois PGA Section conducts over 50 tournaments for its member professionals each year including four major championships: