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    Callaway Golf Company
    Sports Equipment Manufacturing

    Callaway Golf Company

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    "The world's largest manufacturer of golf clubs."

    Founded 1982 Carlsbad, California CEO: Chip Beilfuss
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    About

    Ely Callaway Jr. launched the company in 1982 with a single goal: to make golf easier for average players. The result was the Big Bertha driver, a club with an oversized head that offered more forgiveness than anything else on the market at the time. This innovation didn't just sell clubs; it shifted how the entire industry approached equipment design and cemented Callaway's reputation for performance-driven technology.

    Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, the brand now operates in over 70 countries through retail partners and direct-to-consumer channels. Their catalog spans high-performance drivers, irons, woods, hybrids, wedges, putters, golf balls, bags, gloves, and apparel. They also run a certified pre-owned program called Callaway Pre-Owned, letting customers buy used gear directly from the source.

    Chip Beilfuss currently serves as CEO, guiding the company through modern market challenges while maintaining its position as a top-tier competitor against Titleist, TaylorMade, Ping, and Cobra Puma. Listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker LYV, the company generates hundreds of millions in annual revenue driven by its dominant share of club sales.

    Products & Sub-brands

    Big Bertha DriverMavrik IronsParadym WoodsChrome Soft Golf BallsRogue Fairway WoodsHot IronsCallaway Pre-Owned

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Who owns Callaway Golf?
    Callaway Golf Company is a publicly traded entity listed on the NYSE under the ticker symbol LYV. It is owned by shareholders rather than a single private individual, though founder Ely Callaway Jr. remains a key historical figure.
    Who is the CEO of Callaway Golf?
    As of 2026, Chip Beilfuss serves as the Chief Executive Officer, having led the company through recent strategic shifts and the advertising controversy.
    Is Callaway Golf still in business?
    Yes, Callaway Golf remains fully operational and continues to be the world's largest manufacturer of golf clubs despite recent controversies involving third-party marketing partners.
    What is the difference between Callaway and TaylorMade?
    While both are top-tier competitors, Callaway is known for its Big Bertha heritage and extensive pre-owned certification program, whereas TaylorMade often emphasizes carbon fiber technology and aggressive driver designs.
    How much is Callaway Golf worth?
    As a public company, its valuation fluctuates daily with stock market performance; however, it consistently ranks among the most valuable sports equipment brands globally with annual revenues in the hundreds of millions.

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    Big Berthagolf clubsEly Callaway Jr.premium golf equipmentNYSE LYVChip BeilfussCallaway Pre-Owned

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    Company Info

    Founded
    1982
    Founder
    Ely Callaway Jr.
    CEO
    Chip Beilfuss
    Headquarters
    Carlsbad, California
    Industry
    Sports Equipment Manufacturing
    Stock Ticker
    LYV
    Market Position
    World's largest producer of golf clubs
    Countries Served
    Over 70

    Official Website

    www.callawaygolf.com/

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