In this special on-course episode of Golf and Politics, Matt is joined by PJ, Alex, and Fritz Wenzel of Ring Digital for Nine Holes, Nine Questions during the Nightbirde Foundation Charity Outing at Virtues Golf Club. From humble beginnings in journalism and law to building a successful family-run digital firm serving top political and corporate clients, the Wenzels share their journey, lessons learned, and plenty of laughs along the fairways.
They discuss golf’s role in family bonding and business networking, the secrets to building a business that thrives, and their takes on Trump’s agenda, congressional dysfunction, AI in politics, and the next big shifts coming to campaigns and advertising.
How golf became the Wenzel family’s shared passion and business tool
The ups and downs of working with family (and why radical humility is key)
Their journey from journalism and law to entrepreneurship and political strategy
Secrets to business success: niche, value, reinvestment, and transparency
Using golf to build lasting client relationships and grow influence
Dream golf courses and trips they’d choose forever
Political predictions: Will Republicans pass Trump’s agenda? Can they hold Congress?
Hot takes on AI’s role in future campaigns and the death of traditional journalism
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