Century Golf Partners Appoints New CFO to Drive Growth

Experienced finance leader John Martus joins to oversee financial strategy and expansion

Mar. 19, 2026 at 12:07am

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Century Golf Partners, in partnership with Arnold Palmer Golf Management, has appointed John Martus, CPA, as the organization's new Chief Financial Officer. Martus brings over 30 years of financial leadership experience to the role and will focus on long-term planning, compliance, risk mitigation, and the fiscal discipline required to support the company's growing and increasingly diverse holdings.

Why it matters

The addition of an experienced CFO signals Century Golf Partners' commitment to accelerating growth and portfolio diversification after two decades of consistent expansion. Martus' expertise in translating complex financial data into operational excellence is expected to help the company achieve its financial goals and strengthen its reputation for stability and excellence.

The details

In his new position, Martus will oversee accounting and finance functions across the company and lead its financial strategy. His leadership will further strengthen the trust, accountability, and financial stewardship that are cornerstones of the organization's success.

  • Century Golf Partners was founded in 2005.

The players

John Martus

A CPA with over 30 years of financial leadership experience, Martus was most recently the CFO of Yadav Enterprises and has held senior leadership roles at TruFit Athletic Clubs, Koko FitClub, Protocol, and Harte-Hanks.

Jim Hinckley

The Founder and CEO of Century Golf Partners, who stated that Martus' discipline and strategic perspective are necessary to continue scaling the company's operations and expanding its portfolio.

Doug Howe

The Chief Operating Officer of Century Golf Partners, who will work closely with Martus to support the company's strategic growth.

Arnold Palmer Golf Management

The company's partner, which together with Century Golf Partners provides trusted leadership, creative solutions, and operational and financial expertise to clubs, courses, and resorts nationwide.

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What they’re saying

“After two decades of consistent growth, we are entering a chapter that requires a specific caliber of financial experience. John brings the discipline and strategic perspective necessary to continue scaling our operations and expanding our company. His ability to translate complex financial data into operational excellence makes him the right leader to help achieve our financial goals.”

— Jim Hinckley, Founder and CEO of Century Golf Partners

“Century Golf has built an exceptional reputation for stability and excellence. I look forward to building on that foundation and enhancing our financial systems to support our partners, our clubs, and the organization's strategic growth.”

— John Martus, Chief Financial Officer, Century Golf Partners

What’s next

Martus will work closely with the senior leadership team to continue the company's strong financial performance and pursue new opportunities for growth and diversification.

The takeaway

The appointment of an experienced CFO like John Martus signals Century Golf Partners' commitment to accelerating its growth and expanding its portfolio, building on its two decades of consistent success and reputation for stability and excellence in the golf management industry.