PEBBLE BEACH, CALIFORNIA

March 4–7, 2026

The Ted J. Balestreri Leadership Classic is the NRAEF’s premier executive experience and annual fundraiser. The three-day exclusive event includes the opportunity to network with top industry leaders, support the work of the Foundation and play golf at some of the world’s most magnificent courses – Pebble Beach Golf Links, Spyglass Hill Golf Course, and The Links at Spanish Bay. All proceeds benefit the NRAEF and its programs.

Contact Us
For more information about TJB 2026, please contact Mallory Domingue.

2026 Schedule

Wednesday, March 4, 2026:

  • Registration
  • Welcome Reception and Dinner at The Inn at Spanish Bay
    sponsored by DIRECTV for BUSINES 
  • Glow Golf
  • Late night hospitality
Thursday, March 5, 2026:
  • Ryder Cup at The Links at Spanish Bay
    sponsored by Pepsico Foodservice

Pepsico logo

  • Reception and dinner
  • Late night hospitality
Friday, March 6, 2025:
  • Scramble Tournament at Spyglass Hill Golf Course sponsored by Paradox
    Paradox - A Workday Company logo
  • Wine & Lifestyle Auction Dinner
  • Late night hospitality
Saturday, March 7, 2025:
  • Individual Play at Pebble Beach Golf Links
    sponsored by The Coca-Cola Company

    Coca-Cola logo
  • Luncheon
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links open for afternoon free play
  • Farewell Toast at The Inn at Spanish Bay

Official event hand sanitizer sponsor:
Ecolab logo

Thank You to Our
2026 Leadership Classic Sponsors


CHAMPION SPONSORS

Coca-Cola Logo
DIRECTV For Business National Accounts logo
Ecolab logo
Paradox a Workday Company logo
Pepsico logo

EAGLE SPONSORS

American Express logo
Anheuser-Busch logo
The Coca-Cola Company logo

BIRDIE SPONSORS

Mars Foodservices: M&Ms, Snickers, Twix, Skittles
The Coca-Cola Company logo
Suntory Global Spirits logo

PAR SPONSORS

Almond Board of California logo
The Coca-Cola Company logo
Golden State Foods logo
IFMA logo
IFMA logo
The Coca-Cola Company logo
Nestle Professional Solutions logo

HOLE SPONSORS

B&G Food Enterprises
Biscuitville, Inc.
BJ’s Restaurants Foundation
The Cannery Row Company/Sardine Factory
The Coca-Cola Company
Delaware Restaurant Association
DIRECTV FOR BUSINESS
ECOLAB
Fransmart
Jocks & Jills Sports Grill
Lehigh Valley Restaurant Brands
Louisiana Restaurant Association
Marco’s Franchising
Paradox
The Pennsylvania State University
PepsiCo

2025 TJB RECAP

Our 32st Annual Ted J. Balestreri Leadership Classic was another huge success, raising $3M for the critical work of the NRAEF. A special thanks to each of our attendees, and especially our incredible sponsors. To bring you back to beautiful Pebble Beach, please enjoy the 2025 Photo Album. We look forward to seeing you again at TJB in 2026!

2025 Ted J. Balestreri Leadership Classic

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