NORTHBROOK, Ill. (February 17, 2026) – KemperSports, a leading golf, sports and hospitality experience company, today announced the appointment of Sara Kearney as its first Chief Marketing Officer.
A hospitality industry leader, Kearney has more than three decades’ experience leading branding, marketing and operations for hotels and resorts around the world. She joined KemperSports in June 2020 and served most recently as Senior Vice President of KemperDestinations. As Chief Marketing Officer, Kearney will lead brand strategy and marketing efforts across KemperSports’ portfolio of more than 210 golf, sports and hospitality properties nationwide.
“Sara is an incredible leader with a deep understanding of brands, the guest experience and how to create meaningful connections,” said KemperSports CEO Steve Skinner. “She has a true passion for her work and will make an immediate impact in our marketing and branding efforts throughout the portfolio.”
Prior to KemperSports, Kearney spent more than 30 years with Hyatt Hotels, holding senior leadership roles including Vice President, Global Marketing Operations; Vice President, Sales and Marketing, International Operations; Senior Vice President, Brands; and Senior Vice President, Asia Pacific Operations.
“I am extremely grateful for the opportunity to serve at Chief Marketing Officer with KemperSports,” said Kearney. “KemperSports has built a brand on being one of the most trusted names in golf, sports and hospitality. I look forward to expanding that brand as we tell the story of how KemperSports’ purposeful passion leads all aspects of the business.”
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About KemperSports
KemperSports is a leading sports, entertainment and hospitality company that delivers operational excellence in property and experience management. Headquartered in Chicago with regional offices throughout the U.S., KemperSports manages more than 210 golf courses, private clubs, sports venues, and destination resorts nationwide. It has more golf properties named among the top 100 U.S. public and resort courses as rated by GOLF Magazine, Golf Digest and Golfweek than any other management company. For more information about KemperSports, visit www.kempersports.com.
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