Larkspur, CO – November 22, 2024 – PGA REACH Colorado Foundation (the charitable arm of The Colorado PGA Section) is pleased to announce that Matt Hanson, Market President for the Alpine Bank in Colorado Springs, has joined the PGA REACH Colorado Foundation Trustee Board. Matt was appointed to Market President in early 2023 and brings a wealth of leadership experience and community involvement to the organization.
As a Colorado Springs native, Matt has deep ties to the local community. He graduated from Lewis Palmer High School in Monument, CO and went on to attend the University of New Mexico. Matt earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in chemistry while playing on the baseball team for two seasons.
After graduating college, Matt returned to Colorado Springs and played a pivotal role in the opening of Antler Creek Golf Course in Falcon, CO. He later moved to Summit County, where he spent ten years as Branch Manager at Alpine Bank’s Breckenridge location. He eventually served as Regional President for the area before returning to Colorado Springs once more.
Matt spent several years managing golf courses in Colorado, including The Raven at Three Peaks in Silverthorne, CO, and Gypsum Creek Golf Course in Gypsum, CO. Although not a golfer during his college years, he became a passionate and dedicated player over time, using golf as a tool for both business development and personal growth. His commitment to the sport is now extended to his family, where he enjoys teaching his wife and children how to play.
Joining the PGA REACH Colorado Foundation Trustee Board is a natural next step for Matt, who shares the organization’s commitment to youth development, inclusion, and support for veterans. As the son of a retired Air Force veteran, he is passionate about supporting veterans and their families. Matt has also been active in programs like the First Tee, where he coached youth golfers during his time at Gypsum Creek.
Additionally, Matt is enthusiastic about the PGA REACH Colorado Foundation's focus on expanding opportunities for female athletes, an area close to his heart as he looks forward to watching his daughter grow in the sport. Matt is eager to bring his leadership skills, community-focused mindset, and passion for golf to the PGA REACH Colorado Foundation team and is committed to making a meaningful difference for youth, veterans, and the next generation of athletes in the game.
“I love the alignment I share with PGA Reach and appreciate this opportunity to serve as an ambassador for the sport in my community.”
About PGA REACH Colorado Foundation
The PGA REACH Colorado Foundation is a 501c3 public charity in Colorado that works daily to support our over 900 Colorado PGA of America Golf Professionals to make a difference in our local communities. Programming ensures that regardless of your age or background, cost will try not to inhibit one’s involvement and enjoyment of the game of golf. The mission of the PGA REACH Colorado Foundation is to positively impact the lives of youth, military, and diverse populations by enabling access to PGA of America Golf Professionals, PGA Sections, and the game of golf.
Media Contact:
Steven Bartkowski
CEO/Executive Director
Colorado PGA Section
PGA REACH Colorado Foundation
sbartowski@pgahq.com
