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Ship Sticks
Corporate Headquarters: West Palm Beach, Florida

Company Overview

Since its founding in 2011, Ship Sticks has revolutionized how golfers transport their equipment, establishing itself as the premier golf club shipping service worldwide. Headquartered in West Palm Beach, Florida, the company provides seamless coordination of club shipments globally while maintaining strategic partnerships with major carriers and golf destinations.

Through volume-based partnerships with industry leaders including FedEx, UPS, and DHL, Ship Sticks offers services at approximately half the cost of individual shipping rates, presenting an attractive alternative to the traditional hassles of traveling with golf clubs through airports.

“We’ve seen tremendous growth in the number of golfers opting to ship their clubs directly to their destinations, both domestically and internationally,” notes Jonathan Marsico, CEO of Ship Sticks. “The peace of mind that comes with knowing your clubs will arrive safely and on time is invaluable, and we’re continuing to expand our services to meet the growing demand for convenient golf travel solutions.”

Key Facts:

  • Founded in 2011
  • Global shipping capabilities
  • Partnerships with major carriers (FedEx, UPS, DHL)
  • Integrated resort and facility partnerships
  • Multiple service divisions including Ship Skis, Ship Go, and Ship Camps

Service Innovation

Ship Sticks has developed a streamlined process that prioritizes convenience and reliability:

  1. Online or partner facility booking
  2. Automated label generation
  3. Scheduled pickup service
  4. Destination delivery coordination
  5. Real-time tracking capabilities

The company’s comprehensive service includes:

  • On-time delivery guarantee
  • Door-to-door shipping
  • Real-time shipment tracking
  • Full shipment protection
  • Customer support throughout the process

Strategic Partnerships

Ship Sticks has established partnerships with premier golf and hospitality brands, including:

  • Omni Hotels & Resorts
  • Casa de Campo
  • Five Iron Golf
  • Troon
  • JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa
  • Pinehurst Resort
  • Streamsong Resort
  • Bandon Dunes Golf Resort

Market Impact

As golf travel has experienced significant growth in recent years, Ship Sticks has seen corresponding increases in demand for its services. The company has successfully addressed a critical pain point in golf travel – the inconvenience and risk of transporting clubs through traditional means – while providing a cost-effective solution that enhances the overall golf travel experience.

Future Focus

The company continues to expand its services through:

  • Enhanced partnership networks
  • Technology platform improvements
  • Service area expansion
  • Additional travel-related services
  • Cross-market growth through Ship Skis, Ship Go, and Ship Camps divisions

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Ship Sticks has transformed the golf travel experience by providing a convenient, reliable, and cost-effective solution for transporting golf equipment. Their continued expansion into complementary markets and growing partnership network demonstrates their commitment to simplifying sports and leisure travel logistics. With shipping options starting at $45, the company maintains its position as a value leader while contributing to the growth of golf participation and accessibility worldwide.

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Top 100 Businesses in Golf 2025

The following are the businesses included in the latest version of the NGF GOLF 100, an effort to highlight the vitality, size and diversity of a $102 billion-a-year industry. This is an alphabetical list, not a ranking, of companies and brands that deliver products and services primarily targeted to commercial golf and conduct all or a majority of their business within the U.S. Find an issue with a company profile? Whether it’s information, staffing or logo that needs to be updated, please contact our editorial director, Erik Matuszewski, at erikm@ngf.org.

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