Textron Golf

Corporate Headquarters: Providence, Rhode Island

Website: https://www.textron.com/

Additional Websites: https://ezgo.txtsv.com/, https://www.jacobsen.com/, https://cushman.txtsv.com/golf

Category: Turf & Course Suppliers

LEADERSHIP

Gunnar Kleveland – President and CEO
Michael Parkhurst – Vice President, Golf, Head of Sales
Kevin Blanton – E-Z-GO Senior Manager, Strategic Partnerships
Adam Harris – VP, E-Z-GO
Marissa Swart – Product Manager, Golf Utility & Specialty
Matt Zaremba – Golf Product and Strategy Director
Andre Andrade – Director of Sales

Company Overview

Textron Specialized Vehicles Inc. manufactures and sells equipment and services for the golf industry under several well-known brands, including E-Z-GO golf cars, Cushman utility and hospitality vehicles, Jacobsen turf equipment, and TFM technologies and solutions. Based in Augusta, Georgia, it is a division of Textron Inc., a multi-industry Fortune 500 company with businesses in aerospace, defense, security, and advanced technologies, generating approximately $13 billion in revenue with over 32,000 employees worldwide.

“Our commitment to the golf industry continues to strengthen as we focus on developing innovative solutions that enhance both operational efficiency and the player experience,” says Michael Parkhurst, Vice President of Golf at Textron Specialized Vehicles. “By leveraging our portfolio of trusted brands and advanced technologies, we’re helping courses optimize their operations while delivering exceptional experiences to golfers.”

Business Innovation

Together, Textron’s three major golf and turf equipment brands (E-Z-GO, Jacobsen, and Cushman) represent more than 250 years of serving golf courses and resorts. The company has maintained its position at the forefront of innovation in the golf industry through continuous product development and technological advancement across its brand portfolio.

Jacobsen’s manufacturing operations, consolidated in their Ipswich, United Kingdom facility – the world’s oldest manufacturer of motorized lawnmowers – continues to produce cutting-edge turf maintenance equipment for global distribution. The facility, with over 187 years of operation, serves as a center of excellence for precision turf care equipment manufacturing.

Product Portfolio

Textron’s golf industry offerings include:

• E-Z-GO: Industry-leading golf cars and personal transportation vehicles
• Cushman: Specialized utility and hospitality vehicles, including refreshment centers and multi-passenger shuttles
• Jacobsen: Comprehensive turf maintenance equipment, from tee boxes to greens
• TFM: Advanced fleet management and operational technology solutions

Heritage & Innovation

E-Z-GO’s legacy began in Augusta, Georgia in 1954, when two brothers revolutionized the golf car industry with customer-focused innovations. Cushman, founded in 1901, transformed from manufacturing farm machinery to becoming a leader in specialized golf course vehicles. Jacobsen, with over a century of precision craftsmanship, continues to set standards in turf maintenance technology and expertise.

Growth & Future Focus

Textron continues to invest in technological advancement across its golf portfolio, focusing on electric vehicle technology, autonomous solutions, and connected fleet management systems. The company’s commitment to sustainability and operational efficiency drives product development across all three brands, ensuring golf facilities have access to cutting-edge solutions for course maintenance and player transportation.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Textron’s position as a Fortune 500 company with three of the most respected brands in golf continues to drive innovation in the industry. Through E-Z-GO, Cushman, and Jacobsen, the company delivers comprehensive solutions for golf course operations, from player transportation to turf maintenance. Their focus on technological advancement and sustainability, backed by centuries of combined expertise, positions them as a key partner in the future of golf course operations and management.