“A powerful message by the true “Lady of Golf” of how the sport of golf presents a world of opportunity and career enhancement while providing the self-discipline and self-improvement we all need in our pursuits.” – Ed Dwight, America’s First Black Astronaut, Artist & Sculptor

“She has an impeccable knowledge of golf and sports management. I recognized Rose as a real problem-solver and I asked her to serve on the board of the Crosby Invitational . . . – Kathryn Crosby

“When you play golf, you are able to assess the type of people you are playing with – the golf course is the new boardroom. – K.O.P. Matseke MD, Founding CEO and Managing Director of Clinix Health Group, South Africa

“This important book (Art of the Deal: Golf – Access to Success) is a wonderful resource to encourage people of all backgrounds to step off of the sidelines and onto the green. Not only does this book cover the basics of the sport, it also offers practical advice and insider tips to leave you feeling confident and ready for tee time . . . – Sheila C. Johnson, Chief Executive Officer, Salamander Hotels and Resorts

News Clips and Videos 

Rose Harper Video Introduction – YouTube

Rose Harper: National Black Golf Hall of Fame Inductee 2011 – YouTube

The Golf Locker Room – Who is Rose Harper – Episode 34

Rose Harper – Golf Access to Success Nommo Speakers Bureau

Class of 2009 Inductee – Washington, DC Hall of Fame Society – The Hall of Fame recognizes District of Columbia residents who have had an outstanding impact on the city and individuals from the Region who have contributed to the city in many ways.  

 

Articles

Women’s Weekly: “Women on Top” Interview with Rose Harper – April 2012
“The most important thing about playing golf is access – access to other people. PhDs and master’s degrees don’t necessarily give you access in the corporate world. However if you have golf in your portfolio, it gives access that you can’t buy and that education cannot guarantee.” More.

PGA: Minority Collegiate Golf Tournament – 2012
“The founders’ goal was to elevate the game of golf in minority colleges and universities by giving each a chance to compete in a championship after being denied opportunities to compete in NCAA Collegiate golf events.” More.

Potomac Almanac:  Harper Elder Inducted into Hall of Fame – April 2011
“Rose Harper, an original member of TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm, was inducted into the National Black Golf Hall of Fame in Tampa, Fla., March 5 as part of the organization’s 25th anniversary celebrations.”  More.

National Black Golf Hall of Fame: National Black Golf Hall of Fame Inducts Three – March 2011
“Three leaders of the golf industry, Dr. Calvin Sinnette, Rose Harper and Joe Louis Barrow, Jr., were inducted into the National Black Golf Hall of Fame at its 25th anniversary celebration on March 5.” More.

African American Golf History Repository: USGA, PGA To Create Central Repository for African-American Golf History – February 2010
“In recognition of the numerous contributions that African Americans have made to golf over more than a century, the United States Golf Association and The PGA of America have agreed to create a centralized repository for artifacts and documents related to the history of African Americans in golf, to be located at the USGA Museum in Far Hills, N.J.” More.