Jack Nicklaus II

FORMER President, Nicklaus Design at Nicklaus Companies


As the former President of Nicklaus Design and Vice Chairman of Nicklaus Companies for nearly 40 years, Jack Nicklaus II has a long standing career in golf course design, having designed and directed more than 50 golf courses around the world. Jack not only has a passion for the game of golf, but as a former University of North Carolina golf team alum and professional golfer, Jack has a deep understanding of the commitment both collegiate and professional athletes take on physically and mentally. Located in South Florida, Jack is the first of five children born to Jack and Barbara Nicklaus. He is married to Allison Nicklaus, and is a father of five to Jack III, Christie, Charlie, Casey and Will. As an active leader in the community, Jack currently serves on the Board of Directors of Nicklaus Children’s Healthcare Foundation and WorldServe International. He has formally served on the US Army War College Foundation Board, as well as the Meeder Financial Board of Directors. Jack is currently the chairman of the Muirfield Village Golf Club and the Memorial Tournament and is an active member of the American Society of Golf Course Architects.