Field Notes

Imperial is proud of its partnership with Tee it Up for the Troops. Doing our part to honor, remember and support all those who serve(d) in the Armed Forces is something that is very important to us. David Shaffer, Senior Vice President of Sales at Imperial Tee It Up for the Troops is a national non-profit organization dedicated to supporting programs that deliver critical services to help veterans from all eras heal and transition from the battlefront to the home front. Tee It Up for the Troops provides support for six critical areas of need for veterans and their families: Golf and Sports Rehabilitation, Suicide Prevention, PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injuries, Employment, Housing/Homelessness, and Family/Caregiver Support. Established in 2005, Tee It Up for the Troops has hosted over 612,600 golf events in more than 40 states and has donated $12.8 million to partnering organizations serving veterans across the country. In addition to sponsoring event headwear, Imperial commits to quarterly donation disbursements to Tee It Up for the Troops with a portion of the proceeds from a branded collection of headwear benefiting the non-profit organization. Tee It Up for the Troops is honored to partner with Imperial, a brand with inspiration for trending and customized golf hats, Imperial consistently ‘steps up to the tee’ and stands by our side as we collaborate in support of America’s veterans and military families. Thanks to Imperial for teaming up with us to provide hats and visors to our many golf event sponsors and supporters across the country! Tim Wegscheid, President and Executive Director of Tee It Up for the Troops

New styles and colorways debuted for Imperial sales representatives this week as the brand continues to build on its growing selection of rope caps, performance styles and trending ‘Micro Pattern’ prints. Innovative new decoration techniques were also announced, such as new domestic Chenille letters that give a classic varsity look to any style, as well as new 3D Chain Stitch now available through the Imperial Empire Program. One of the most noteworthy announcements from Imperial last year was the launch of a new Custom Rope Cap Program inspired by one of the best selling hats in golf – The Wrightson (style 5054). In order to provide more variety to their customers, this week Imperial announced the addition of two new six-panel styles to the program. Customers can mix and match 14 total base fabric colors with over 30 solid and multi-color ropes in small quantities. These new six-panel rope cap styles have also been added to Imperial’s 2022 domestic in-stock offering with availability starting in June: • The Wingman (style 7054) The Wingman has the same performance polyester fabric, woven rope and plastic snap closure as The Wrightson, but with a six panel, structured mid-crown profile. The Wingman will be available in 10 different cap/rope color combinations in June. • The Night Owl (style 7055) The Night Owl has the same crown fabric, woven rope and new six panel, structured mid-crown profile as The Wingman, but as an adjustable mesh back variation. The Night Owl will be available in 6 different cap/rope/mesh color combinations in June. Also, new color options were included in the mid-season announcement. The Oglethorpe (style 4062) a knit performance tonal camo cap now comes in ‘True Navy’, and The Manifold (style 5057) a pigment washed rope cap now comes in ‘Honey’ with a black rope. But perhaps the most anticipated and well-received new color additions were the six new ‘Micro Pattern’ prints announced for The Alter Ego (style X210R) performance cap. ‘Micro Pattern’ prints have been a trending look in golf apparel, which is translating to the headwear category. Imperial continues to lead the industry in micro print headwear options with the addition of new nautical, desert, winter and space-themed patterns, all available to ship starting in June. "We are committed to developing innovative headwear styles and decoration techniques that golf consumers recognize as distinctly Imperial right now, And being able to deliver these new quality products quickly is what is really driving our customers’ business and serving up great margins too. The strength of our brand, product line and service, coupled with all the supply chain headwinds the industry is facing are all giving Imperial a real advantage right now". David Shaffer, Senior Vice President of Sales at Imperial.

Imperial announced John Anderson’s hire as the company’s new Vice President of Sales (Golf) This week. “It's my pleasure to welcome John to the Imperial team,” said David Shaffer, Senior Vice President of Sales at Imperial. “John’s years of experience and network of industry professionals will be a major asset to our sales team.” John is a well respected industry veteran with over thirty years of experience, ranging from a General Manager of multiple Pro Golf Discount off course retail facilities, golf company sales representative for Polo Ralph Lauren, independent golf sales representative with Cutter and Buck, Pukka and Ogio along with 20 years of sales management with Forresters outerwear, Antigua Golf and Straight Down apparel. John lives in Phoenix, Arizona and is the proud father of four along with three beautiful granddaughters.

NKF Konica Minolta Golf Classic events are held at some of the most prestigious courses across the country providing corporations additional opportunities to partner with customers and colleagues while also supporting corporate social responsibility and a great cause. “We’re honored that Imperial Headwear is joining us once again as a National Promotional Partner during the 2022 season of the NKF Konica Minolta Golf Classic tournaments,” said Kevin Longino, CEO, National Kidney Foundation and a kidney transplant patient. “Those with kidney disease are at increased risk of developing life-threatening complications from COVID-19, particularly with the development of multiple variants like Delta or Omicron. This incredible partnership comes at a critical time for our kidney community and truly helps us raise awareness and the funds needed to continue advancing kidney health. The partnership between the National Kidney Foundation and Imperial Headwear includes a curated collection of headwear, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting NKF. “Golf has been a great respite for those seeking leisure and exercise for hundreds of years, but never more so than in the past year during the global pandemic,” said David Shaffer, Senior Vice President of Sales, Imperial Headwear. “That’s why we’re so pleased to continue our partnership with the National Kidney Foundation by providing our most popular hats at their golf events held throughout the country. We’re very proud to do our part in helping support patients and families affected by kidney disease, especially during these challenging times,” added Shaffer. Successful since it was founded in 1987, the NKF Konica Minolta Golf Classic is The Premier Amateur Golf Event for Charity. Each year thousands of golfers from across the country participate in nearly 30 local events held at top venues, entertaining clients, and playing for the chance to qualify in the National Finals held at the prestigious Pebble Beach in January of 2023. Participating golfers raise $3.5 million annually to benefit the National Kidney Foundation and the more than 1 in 7 American adults affected by kidney disease. The series showcases Konica Minolta as the National Title Sponsor and IAA, Inc., and Horizon Therapeutics as a National Corporate Partner. National Promotional Partners include the Greg Norman Collection and Imperial Headwear. For more information about the NKF Konica Minolta Golf Classic, or to find an upcoming event near you, please visit NKFKonicaMinoltaGolfClassic.com. All golf events will adhere to COVID-19 guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as well as any state-specific guidelines. Please review NKF’s “Know Before You Go” for additional information.